Episode 95 - Sabbath Rest and Your Marriage

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Episode 95 - Sabbath Rest and Your Marriage

More Than Roommates

September 24, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, Derek Davidson • Matthew 11:28–30, Exodus 20:8–11, Genesis 2:2–3, Mark 2:23–28

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk what the Bible says about rest, the importance of Sabbath rest and your marriage, and reasons why we struggle to Sabbath.

Scriptures:

Exodus 20:8-11

Genesis 2:2-3

Mark 2:23-28

MT 11:28-30

Resources:

Books - Practicing the Way and The Ruthless Elimination of Hurry, by John Mark Comer

Podcast, More Than Roommates, Episode 62 – Your Marriage and the Unhurried Life (feat. Chris Schultz)

Podcast, More Than Roommates, Episode 82 – How Does Work Affect Your Marriage (feat. Jordan Raynor)

Books – Andy Crouch – The Tech-Wise Family and Amy Crouch & Andy Crouch - The Tech-Wise Life

Book - Sabbath Keeping, by Lynne Baab

Website – 9 practices - Practicing the Way

Questions to Discuss:

1. How do you and your spouse do with sleep and rest?

2. How often do you and your spouse set aside intentional time for rest?

3. What prevents/keeps you from Sabbath rest? (i.e., pride, trust)

4. What would Sabbath rest make possible in your lives, family, and marriage?

Episode 104 - Holidays and In-Law & Family Expectations

November 12, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, Derek Davidson • James 4:1, Matthew 7:12, Philippians 2:3–4, Galatians 1:10

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discussing holidays, especially related to expectations around family and in-laws. How can you proactively address some of the challenges couples often face around holiday expectations? Scriptures: James 4:1 Matthew 7:12 Phil 2:3-4 Galatians 1:10 Questions to Discuss: 1. What’s your favorite Holiday movie? Is Home Alone a Christmas movie? (Yes, of course it is!). 2. How can you fight back against selfishness during the holidays? 3. How can you and your spouse be peacemakers this holiday season? Resources: More Than Roommates - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-roommates/id1667102563?i=1000633990338 More Than Roommates – https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/more-than-roommates/id1667102563?i=1000634756871

Episode 103 - Protect Your Marriage (Live from the 2024 MTR Marriage Conference)

November 7, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, Derek Davidson • 1 Corinthians 10:12–13, 1 Timothy 1:15, Psalm 16:11, Romans 13:14, Luke 6:47–49

Live from the 2024 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference! In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott respond to a testimony of infidelity shared live at the 2024 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference. We share some lessons learned on how to protect our marriages. Registration is now open for the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference! Find out more at https://harriscreek.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2548656. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 10:12-13 Romans 13:14 Luke 6:47-49 PS 16:11 MT 7:3-5 1 Tim 1:15 Questions to Discuss: 1. As we unpack Kevin & Kelli’s testimony, what stuck out to you from our observations? 2. What do you run to when you’re stressed in life and in marriage? 3. Who or what is the biggest problem in your marriage? Resources: More Than Roommates Episode 102 – A Story of Redemption and Forgiveness (feat. Kevin & Kelli Mainz)

Episode 102 - A Story of Redemption and Forgiveness (feat. Kevin & Kelli Mainz)

November 5, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Kevin Mainz, Kelli Mainz • Romans 12:2, Deuteronomy 31:8, Romans 8:28, Ecclesiastes 9:9, Isaiah 40:28–31

In this episode of More Than Roommates, we get to hear a testimony from Kevin & Kelli Mainz and their story of infidelity and recovery. While you may not have the same testimony as Kevin & Kelli, you can still learn from their mistakes and be encouraged by God’s faithfulness in their story. Registration is now open for the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference! Find out more at https://harriscreek.churchcenter.com/registrations/events/2548656. Questions to Discuss: 1. What are you most encouraged by or challenged by in Kevin & Kelli’s testimony? 2.How have you experienced God’s grace, mercy, and forgiveness in your life and in your marriage? 3. What story does your marriage tell? A story of brokenness or of redemption and healing? Scriptures: Romans 12:2 Deut 31:8 Rom 8:28 Ecc 9:9 PR 3:5-6 Isa 40:28-31