Welcome to More Than Roommates, where we want to help you take the next step to be more intentional in your marriage. We want to help you avoid falling into the trap of being merely roommates with your spouse. We hope that through authentic, biblical, and practical conversation you will gain tools and wisdom to help you take one step closer to the Lord and the marriage He intends for you and your spouse. Listen in as Scott Kedersha, Gabrielle McCullough, and Derek Davidson help you intention ...
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The Scriptures Are Real (TSAR) with Kerry Muhlestein is a podcast where we look at elements of the scriptures that have become real to us. We interview both experts (people with language, archaeological, historical backgrounds, etc.), and lay folks, and explore times when the scriptures became real to them. This is done from the viewpoint of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We believe that there is real power in the scriptures and that as they become more real we c ...
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S4 E28 Gifts God Is Aching to Give You (D&C 46-48)
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58:16Please join (and support) us at our Patreon website (TSAR.website). We are creating amazing content for you that will bless you and expand your mind. In this episode Kerry and Kristy Taylor explore the amazing gifts God has in store for us. There are so many ways He wants to bless us. We are grateful for all those who support us in so many ways.…
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Episode 127 - Healing From Sexual Abuse (feat. Dr. Juli Slattery)
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29:38In this episode of More Than Roommates, Gabrielle & Scott talk with Dr. Juli Slattery from Authentic Intimacy about how past sexual abuse impacts individuals and their marriages. With biblical truth, personal insight, and expert care, Dr. Slattery shares how healing can happen in safe relationships marked by trust, patience, and grace. We hope this…
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S4 E27 Signs of the Times with Dr. Andrew Skinner (D&C 45)
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1:19:08You will not believe the fantastic content we have on our Patreon website. Enjoy uplifting extra material on an incredibly array of topics, and support the podcast! Go to TSAR.website and be prepared to be blown away with how much stuff there it to learn and love there! In this episode Dr. Andrew Skinner and Kerry explore what the Savior had to say…
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Episode 126 - When Work and Marriage Collide: How to Stay United
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25:57In this episode, the More Than Roommates team tackles the tension between work and marriage, offering practical and biblical wisdom on balancing career, family, and faith. They unpack how motives, identity, communication, and expectations shape how couples navigate work's impact on their marriage and family. Scriptures: Gen 2:7-9 Eph 2:10 Col 3:23 …
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S4 E26 To Be Consecrated: Steven Harper on the Law and What Consecration Really Is (D&C 41-44)
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1:22:32Join Kerry and Steve for an amazing cruise where they will each do a few lectures on the New and Everlasting Covenant, and they will also do some discussions together that will be similar to this episode and the others they have done together. This will be an incredible opportunity to do deep dives together into important doctrine with two men who …
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Episode 125 - How Married Couples Can Love Their Single Friends Well
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25:51In this episode of More Than Roommates, Scott, Derek, and Gabrielle explore what it looks like for married couples to value, support, and engage their single friends in meaningful ways. They reflect on how Scripture elevates singleness, how the church sometimes unintentionally devalues it, and how we can better reflect the love of Jesus—whether sin…
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S4 E25 Faith that Moves: Revelations that Begin the Gathering (D&C 37-40)
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1:07:31Join us for the cruise of a lifetime! The Momentum 26 Cruise will have me speaking, along with Anthony Sweat and Elaine Dalton. It will also have Jenny Oaks Baker, Nathan Pacheco, and David Osmund. It is an incredible way to start the year! Go to GoandDoTravel.com and clock on the Momentum 26 West Cruise, and use the code KERRY to get a discount. I…
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S4 E24 Holy Saturday and Knowing of Christ with all our Holy Week Guests
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29:43Join us for tons of explanations and idea for your Holy Week celebration and commemoration on our Patreon Website (TSAR.website). You will find videos by my wife and I explaining what happens on each day of the Holy Week, and ideas of readings and how you can celebrate that day of Holy Week and prepare for Easter Sunday. You will also get access to…
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S4 E23 Good Friday with Sahar Qumsiyah, an LDS Palestinian Christian
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21:05Join us for tons of explanations and idea for your Holy Week celebration and commemoration on our Patreon Website (TSAR.website). You will find videos by my wife and I explaining what happens on each day of the Holy Week, and ideas of readings and how you can celebrate that day of Holy Week and prepare for Easter Sunday. You will also get access to…
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Join us for tons of explanations and idea for your Holy Week celebration and commemoration on our Patreon Website (TSAR.website). You will find videos by my wife and I explaining what happens on each day of the Holy Week, and ideas of readings and how you can celebrate that day of Holy Week and prepare for Easter Sunday. You will also get access to…
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S4 E21 Spy Wednesday with Minister Gabrielle Torres
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Join us for tons of explanations and idea for your Holy Week celebration and commemoration on our Patreon Website (TSAR.website). You will find videos by my wife and I explaining what happens on each day of the Holy Week, and ideas of readings and how you can celebrate that day of Holy Week and prepare for Easter Sunday. You will also get access to…
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Episode 124 - Why Couples Must Lose In Order To Win In Marriage
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24:31In the episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss our tendency and desire to win and be right in marriage, when the goal is to “lose”, become more like Jesus, pursue oneness, and walk in humility. Scriptures: Gen 2:18-25 John 10:10 Phil 2:3-4 1 Tim 1:15 1 Cor 13:6 Resources: Removed Series from Harris Creek Watermark Marria…
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S4 E19 Holy Monday with Pastor Jeff McCullough
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S4 E 17 The Resurrected Christ: Celebrating Easter Via the Stunning Appearances of Christ in Kirtland (Easter Episode)
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1:12:11Join us for the cruise of a lifetime. In the Momentum 26 West Cruise join me and others such as Anthony Sweat, Elaine Dalton, Jenny Oaks Baker, Nathan Pacheco, and others. You will be blown away with the spiritual uplift and enlightenment! You will also love the ports, which are Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, and Puerto Vallarta. We will have opportunit…
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S4 E18 Palm Sunday with Father Eamon from Magdala, Israel
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Episode 123 - Why Tension is Necessary For a Healthy Marriage (feat. Jonathan "JP" Pokluda)
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45:00In this episode of More Than Roommates, Jonathan “JP’ Pokluda shares about the necessity of tension (dissonance) in marriage and 5 ways we need to S.H.I.F.T. in our marriages. This talk was recorded live at the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference at Harris Creek Baptist Church. Scriptures: PR 15:18, 17:14, 17:19, 20:3 PR 18:2, PR 18:13, Ja…
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S4 E16 I Will Be in Your Midst, Susan Black on God Bringing Key Converts (D&C 30-36)
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57:46Celebrate Easter, and get something more out of it this year by getting the newly released audiobook version of my book the Easter Connection, available at DeseretBook.com. This book will help you think through Christ's suffering in a different way and see how He helps you in a different way. It doesn't cost much and will bless your life and enhanc…
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Episode 122 - What Does it Look Like For Jesus to Be the Center of Your Marriage?
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21:30In this live recording of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott respond to John Elmore’s talk from the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference. We discuss some of the practical implications of the fact that Jesus is the composer, conductor, and canon of the melody of our marriages. If you haven’t listened to it yet, go ahead and lis…
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S4 E15 Gathering with the Elect with Andrew Skinner (D&C 29)
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1:12:05Take advantage of the amazing extra content we have TSAR.website, Help the podcast keep going and bless your life with a huge amount of incredible content by joining us. In this Episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry explore one of the most amazing sections. They talk about what it means to be elect and what it means to gather the elect. They also speak …
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Episode 121 - Christ Is the Melody of Your Marriage (feat. John Elmore)
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36:24In this episode of More Than Roommates, John Elmore shares an incredibly powerful message about how Jesus is to be the composer, the conductor, and the canon of the melody of our marriage. This talk was recorded live at the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference at Harris Creek Baptist Church. Scriptures: Genesis 2:20b-25 Matthew 19:4-6 Colos…
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S4 E 14 Blessed, Broken, and Revealed (D&C 27-28)
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1:03:53Join us for an incredible cruise with Kerry, Anthony Sweat, Jenny Oaks Baker, Nathan Pacheco, David Osmond, Elain Dalton, and more. Go to GoAndDoTravel.com and look for the Momentum 26 cruise to Cabo, Puerto Vallarta, and Mazatlan. Use the code KERRY for a discount. In this episode Kerry and Lamar look into the the meaning of the Sacrament, the sto…
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Episode 120 - 7 Things Healthy Couples Do To Stay in Harmony in Their Marriage
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35:57In this episode of More Than Roommates, Scott & Kristen Kedersha discuss how to be in Harmony with one another in marriage. This talk was recorded live at the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference at Harris Creek Baptist Church. Scriptures: John 15:5 Matthew 19:3-6 Ecc 9:9 Gen 2:18 Heb 10:24-25 Matthew 7:3-5 1 Corinthians 10:12 Questions to …
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Kerry's Book "The Easter Connection" is now available as an audiobook on the Deseret Book Bookshelf. Check it out at Deseretbook.com, and let Kerry help you gain a new appreciation for Easter. And join us on the Momentum 26 cruise, going to Mazatlan, Cabo San Lucas, Puerto Vallarta, and hear Kerry, Elain Dalton, Anthony Sweat, David Osmond, Jenny O…
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Episode 119 - How To Invest Time, Money, and Energy Into Your Marriage
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25:27In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk about the importance of good investments. There are many ways we can invest our time, money, and energy, and in this episode we discuss the importance of regularly investing in your marriage. Resources: Book - Surrendered Sexuality: How Knowing Jesus Changes... Everything, by …
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S4 E12 Community, Covenants and Church: the story behind Section 20 (Sections 20-22)
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55:38Kerry created some extra content on these sections that you will love. You can access this content by joining us at TSAR.website. Consider joining us on a cruise where Kerry, Anthony Sweat, Elaine Dalton, and others will speak, and where Nathan Pacheco, Jeanny Oaks Baker, David Osmond, and others will perform. This will be an amazing trip. Go to go…
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Episode 118 - Small Things Make a Big Difference in Marriage – (feat. Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goi
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30:08In Part 2 of their interview with Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss how the little things truly matter in marriage. We discuss the importance of believing the best about our spouse and why we need a combination of quality and quantity time together. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:9 Rom 2:4 Phil 4:8 Questions to Discuss: W…
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S4 E11 Sacrifice, Christ, Consecration, and You with Andrew Skinner (D&C 19)
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1:05:05Join us at TSAR.Website for more fantastic content! If you have any marketing, production, brand, or social media advertising needs, use who we do: Launchpad Consulting Studios. Email us at [email protected] and we will give you all the information you need to be as well taken care of as we are. In this episode Kerry and Andrew Skinner…
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Episode 117 - Changing the Way We Talk About Marriage – (feat. Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins)
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26:12In Part 1 of a 2-Part interview, Gabrielle, Derek, and Scott interview Shaunti Feldhahn and Brian Goins about the small things that make all the difference in marriage. In Part 1 we discuss the myth that 50% of all marriages end in divorce and why it’s harmful to perpetuate this myth Scriptures: 1 Cor 13:13 Hebrews 3:13 1 Cor 7:28 Questions to Disc…
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S4 E 10 My Soul, My Role, and My worth with Religion Dean (D&C 18)
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45:42Please support us by joining us on our Patreon channel (TSAR.website) to get fantastic content and to help keep the podcast going. We have so much amazing content available there! In this episode Kerry and Scott Esplin explore the background of Section 18, along with its meaning. They talk about what it teaches us about ourselves and how it should …
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Episode 116 - How Can You Serve Each Other in Marriage When You Don’t Feel Like It?
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24:09In this episode of More Than Roommates, Gabrielle, Derek, and Scott discuss the importance and centrality of serving your spouse in marriage when life is full and busy and when you don’t feel like it! Scriptures: Mark 10:45 Gal 5:13 Phil 2:1-11 Phil 1:27 1 Cor 13:6 1 Peter 3:7 Resources: Book – Us in Mind: How Changing Your Thoughts Can Change Your…
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S4 E9 Priesthood Restored, Behind the Scenes (D&C 12-17)
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46:17Please support us by joining our Patreon site (TSAR.website), where you will get a lot of fantastic extra content! In this episode Mark Staker, who helps direct the restoration and management of the Church's historic sites, tells us some of the process of figuring out more about when, where, and how the visit of John the Baptist took place. He and …
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Resources to Help Marital Intimacy and What To Do Next? MTR Quickies Episode 12
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10:52In this mini episode of More Than Roommates (our last “Quickie”), Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss what’s next—what do you do with all that’s been shared in these 12 days of Quickie episodes. We also share some recommended resources to help you take the next step in your marriage and sexual intimacy. Questions to Discuss: Which episode of the 12…
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sex - MTR Quickie Episode 11
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14:42In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss some frequently asked questions about sex, including questions about cussing in the bedroom, sexual abuse, can I say “No,” sex during menstruation, and more. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 7:1-5 Hebrews 13:4 Ephesians 4:29 Questions to Discuss: How do you handle it in your …
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Is the Goal of Sex Mutual Orgasm? MTR Quickie Episode 10
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12:37In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss a frequently asked question about orgasms—for him, for her, and the elusive unicorn of mutual orgasm. We also discuss some common differences between the male and female orgasm. Questions to Discuss: Have you and your spouse discussed your expectations about how to ple…
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A Christian Perspective on Birth Control - MTR Quickie Episode 9
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14:17In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss a frequently asked question— how followers of Christ should think about and make decisions about birth control. What does the Bible say and how Christians should think about birth control. Scriptures: Psalm 127:3 Romans 12:2 1 Cor 6:19-20 Questions to Discuss: Have you…
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Addressing Common Myths About Sex - MTR Quickie Episode 8
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12:33In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss some common myths and stereotypes about sex drive, desire, and frequency and some potential differences between men and women. Questions to Discuss: What’s the biggest challenge you face in your marriage related to sex drive, desire, and frequency? Have a conversation …
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S4 E8 I Shall Enlighten Your Mind with Susan Easton Black (D&C 10-11)
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39:01Get our fantastic extra content by joining us at TSAR.website. There you will find more from each guest, daily thoughts by me on the scripture content and lots of bonus lectures that get into some deep dives. In this episode the amazing Susan Easton Black joins Kerry to discuss the revelation to Hyrum Smith. They also explore what the Lord has to s…
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What If There’s Pain, Guilt, or Shame in Sex? MTR Quickie Episode 7
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12:26In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss common challenges couples face with sexual intimacy. These challenges (such as past abuse and trauma, physical pain, guilt and shame) are more common than we might realize, and if you’re struggling, you are not alone! Scriptures: Romans 8:1 Genesis 3 2 Cor 5:17 Questio…
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Married Sex In Different Seasons of Life - MTR Quickie Episode 6
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10:54In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss how sex changes in different seasons of marriage – newlyweds, with a newborn, with kids in the house, empty nest, and everything in between. Scriptures: 1 Peter 3:7 Genesis 2:25 Song of Solomon Questions to Discuss: How can you best serve each other in marriage and sex…
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Is It Okay To Have a Quickie? - MTR Quickie Episode 5
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10:33In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss whether or not it’s within bounds to “have a quickie.” We discuss different ways to think about sex depending on your schedule and margin, and how to have a healthy rhythm of intimacy. Questions to Discuss: 1. Are you and your spouse on the same page when it comes to q…
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Specific Questions of What’s In and Out of Bounds - MTR Quickie Episode 4
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14:04In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss specific questions of what’s in and out of bounds in the bedroom. What does the Bible say about specific questions such as pornography, masturbation, positions, oral sex, and so much more. Scriptures: Hebrews 13:4 1 Cor 6:18 Ephesians 5:3 MT 5:27-28 1 Cor 10:31 Questio…
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What's In and Out of Bounds in the Bedroom? - MTR Quickie Episode 3
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9:20In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss some general principles of what’s in bounds and out of bounds in the bedroom. Sex cannot involve others besides your spouse (Matthew 5:27-28), cannot involve willingly hurting your spouse against their will (Philippians 2:3-4), and cannot violate your or your spouse’s …
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Talking to Your Spouse About Sex - MTR Quickie Episode 2
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10:55Let's talk about Sex! In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the importance of talking about sexual intimacy in marriage and why couples often struggle to discuss sex. Part of the reason why so many couples struggle in their sex life is because they don’t talk about it. Scriptures: Genesis 2:25 Ephesians 4:…
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What Does the Bible Say About Sex? - MTR Quickie Episode 1
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9:02In this mini episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott kick-off a series of “quickies” about sex and the most frequently asked questions about marital sex and intimacy. In this first episode we discuss a Christian, biblical theology of sex—we want to help you think rightly about the gift of sex. Scriptures: Song of Solomon 1:2, 5:…
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S4 E7 Recognizing God's Answers (D&C 6-9)
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1:05:33We have amazing and fantastic extra material for you on our Patreon Website. Join us there (TSAR.website) for a lot of rich and meaningful extras. In this episode Kerry and Janiece Johnson discuss the background of these crucial sections, and what it teaches us about recognizing how God speaks to us. They talk about common misconceptions, things th…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss how you can fight FOR (not against) your spouse. What does it look like to stand up for and defend them when they face unjustified criticism from someone else (i.e., parents, children, friends)? Scriptures: Genesis 2:24-25 Romans 12:19 Matthew 5:38-40 PR 26:4-5 MT 18:15-17 …
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S4 E5 The Real Translation Story: a Seer Translating the Book of Mormon from Gold Plates (D&C 3-5)
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1:35:44Join our Patreon site (TSAR.website) to get some fantastic extra content and to support the podcast. To rent fantastic space and take advantage of the "penthouse suite" in Central Park East building on the Orem/Provo border, email [email protected]. We are grateful for their support of the podcast. In this episode Gerrit Dirkmaat and K…
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S4 E6 Hearing the Voice of God, a special extra episode with Richard Bushman (D&C 3-5)
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49:33Join our Patreon site (TSAR.website) to get some fantastic extra content and to support the podcast. To rent fantastic space and take advantage of the "penthouse suite" in Central Park East building on the Orem/Provo border, email [email protected]. We are grateful for their support of the podcast. In this episode Richard Bushman and K…
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Episode 114 - A Story of Confession and Redemption (feat. Layton & Chelsea from Liberator Podcast)
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37:32In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek and Scott interview Layton & Chelsea Boeve from the Liberator Podcast as they share their story about pornography and how it’s affected their marriage. Layton and Chelsea share how their story has not become their ministry as they seek to help couples with similar stories. Scriptures: 1 Corinthians 6:18…
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