Episode 96 - Staying Engaged Long After You Say “I Do” (feat. Colby & Amanda Taylor)

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Episode 96 - Staying Engaged Long After You Say “I Do” (feat. Colby & Amanda Taylor)

More Than Roommates

October 1, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Derek Davidson, Amanda Taylor • James 4:6

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek and Scott interview Colby and Amanda Taylor about how to stay engaged in your marriage from before you say “I Do” until “Death do us part.” We discuss the importance of focusing on the marriage and not just the wedding day and how couples can thrive long after they say “I do.”

Resources:

Embellished Weddings & Events – Website and Instagram

The Engaged Life – Website and Instagram

Ready or Knot? 12 Conversations Every Couple Needs to Have before Marriage, by Scott Kedersha

Scriptures:

James 4:6

Question to Discuss:

1. What’s the most outrageous thing you’ve ever seen at a wedding?

2. What’s one decision you’re glad you made from day one of your marriage?

3. How can you stay engaged in your marriage? What’s one thing you can do to help fight against the drift away from oneness?

Episode 105 - Mutual Respect in Marriage (feat. Kyler & Britt Nixon from Love Your First Year)

November 19, 2024 • Scott Kedersha, Gabri, Kyler Nixon • Romans 12:10, Matthew 7:12, Ephesians 5:33, Ecclesiastes 4:12

In this episode of More Than Roommates, Gabrielle and Scott interview Kyler and Britt Nixon about mutual respect in marriage. The Nixons primarily work with young couples, but this message is relevant for every couple. The Nixons provide practical ways to provide mutual respect in your marriage. Scriptures: Ephesians 5:33 Ecclesiastes 4:12 Romans 12:10 MT 7:12 Resources: Follow https://www.instagram.com/loveyourfirstyear/ on Instagram! Website – https://www.loveyourfirstyear.com/ Online Course - https://www.loveyourfirstyear.com/course Blog Post - https://www.loveyourfirstyear.com/post/the-5-conflict-languages Questions to Discuss: 1. How do you and your spouse make decisions? Do you make decisions together? How do you fight for alignment? 2. Why does it matter for you and your spouse to show each other respect? 3. How do you restore trust and respect when either has been broken?

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)