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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We’ll be the greatest roommates you’ll never live with!
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Just some roommates in Atlanta with something to say..
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We're three roommates that talk about random stuff that we like or think is interesting
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Living with your freshmen roommate for four years is more frequently than not rare. Listen to how two girls, who met through social media, become best friends.
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We missed having conversations in the living room, so we started a podcast to discuss life and share a few laughs (Brady's Mom said it was very funny).
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Welcome to Roommates To Romance. On this podcast show, Corkie and Dennis share their 75 years of youthful experience about, Wealth, Joy, Happiness, Beautifying, Personal Growth, Success, Love and Conquering the World.
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Blake and Cance welcome you to Roommates Talk Tunes! Our weekly podcast will release every Friday. We will discuss a new musical topic every week. Cover art photo provided by rawpixel on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@rawpixel
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Hafeez and Chris bring you The Roommates podcast. A late-night conversation taking you behind the scenes of "becoming" featuring all the people, conversations, and perspectives you’d experience on the way.
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One of us is a witch and one of us is a skeptic. Each week we challenge each others beliefs and navigate the tricky territory of our unusual living situations. Join Vic and Jenn for chats about modern day witchcraft, spooky stories, and Vic trying to relate everything back to Harry Potter... You'll laugh, you'll learn something, just listen to the dang podcast already! Insta: @myroommatesawitch Cover art photo provided by Nicola Fioravanti on Unsplash: https://unsplash.com/@nicolafioravanti
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Cardale and Tyvis is hosted by Ohio State football legends, Cardale Jones and Tyvis Powell. Each week the guys interview interesting guests and give listeners an inside look behind the scenes of college football and the NFL.
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Advice on life, love, and everything in between, with your friendly neighborhood polyam fam! How do you come out? How do you find a therapist? How do you set up a date during a pandemic? If you're worried about it, one of the four of us has probably blundered into the same problem and lived.
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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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In 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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Let'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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In 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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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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Episode 114 - A Story of Confession and Redemption (feat. Layton & Chelsea from Liberator Podcast)
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In 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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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek and Scott interview Nick Stumbo, the Executive Director of Pure Desire Ministries, about pornography and its impact on the brain and how it affects marriages. This episode is Part 1 in a 2-part series about pornography and marriage. Scriptures: James 5:16 1 Cor 6:18 Resources: Website - Pure Desire Mini…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the five love languages (as written by Dr. Gary Chapman) and how knowing our love languages allows us to better speak the love language of our spouse. When we know their love language, it gives us an opportunity serve our spouse in a way that honors them. Scriptures: 1 Pete…
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Happy New Year! In this brief episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott briefly reflect on the last 12 months as we look backward on 2024 and forward to 2025 with gratitude. Questions to Discuss: What are you most grateful for from the past 12 months? What are you most looking forward to in 2025? How can you and your spouse cultiv…
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Merry Christmas Eve from the More Than Roommates team! In this brief Christmas Eve reflection, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss our true hope and where hope is found on Christmas Day and every day! Scriptures: Proverbs 13:12 Romans 15:13 Questions to Discuss: What’s your favorite Christmas gift you’ve ever received? What are you hopeful for this…
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Episode 109 - Marriage Myth: We Think We're Healthy Because We Don't Fight (feat. Greg and Erin Smal
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott interview Greg and Erin Smalley about conflict and the myth that an absence of conflict means a couple must be healthy. We discuss what the Bible says about conflict and how healthy conflict repair can help us to be fully known and fully loved. Questions to Discuss: 1. Do you belie…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the reactive cycle couples often get into with each other when their expectations aren’t met. We often fall into harmful patterns that can lead us to negative reactions in our marriage. What is this cycle and how do we get out of it? Scriptures: PR 15:1 Rom 12:2 Phil 4:8 Re…
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It only comes one time every year, but it’s worth celebrating! In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss how to celebrate your wedding anniversary in a memorable and significant way. Resources: Blog Post – 30 Unique Ways to Celebrate Your Anniversary Scripture: Ephesians 5:31-32 1 Peter 3:7 Questions to Discuss: 1.…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk about what it means to overlook a small offense in marriage. When is it okay to overlook it and when do you need to address and discuss it? Scriptures: Proverbs 19:11 Romans 12:18 1 Corinthians 13:4-7 Resources: Harris Creek Conflict: Field Guide Harris Creek Peacemaker Guide …
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Episode 105 - Mutual Respect in Marriage (feat. Kyler & Britt Nixon from Love Your First Year)
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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 1…
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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 you…
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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…
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It's hard being a woman, especially in a country that just keeps showing you how much they hate women. But we digress. Ladies, Theydies and people with a uterus, never stop ranting about your period, but definitely stop apologizing for it. Also realizing all friends aren't necessarily forever is always painful, that one I guess isn't woman exclusiv…
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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 …
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We are so excited about the 2025 More Than Roommates Marriage Conference on January 31-February 1, 2025 at Harris Creek! We'll have great teaching, breakouts, fun, and surprises as we seek to help couples take the next intentional step to become so much more than just roommates. We hope to see you there! You can find all the details about the confe…
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In this special episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk Elections, Your Vote, and Your Marriage. We discuss whether you and your spouse should share who you’re voting for, how you can disagree well, and what to do if you disagree on who to vote for. Scriptures: MT 22:15-22 2 Cor 6:14 Ephesians 4:3-5 MT 5:13-16 Jeremiah 29:7…
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Welcome to the 100th episode of More Than Roommates! In this episode, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott celebrate the fact that we’ve now released 100 episodes! We share some of our favorite episodes, what we’ve learned about marriage through this podcast, and how marriage has changed each of us. Questions to Discuss: 1. What have you learned about yours…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the unique challenges and opportunities that come along with different seasons of parenting, from newlyweds to the empty nest. How can you keep your marriage strong in every season? Questions to Discuss: 1. What’s your favorite season of the year? (Winter, spring, summer, f…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss how to discover and celebrate the spiritual gifts God has given to both you and your spouse. How can you live on mission together, using and highlighting the gifts God has given to each of you? Scriptures: Ephesians 4 1 Corinthians 12 Romans 12 1 Peter 4 Ephesians 5:25-27 Q…
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Why is conflict between a husband and wife and the in-laws so common? In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss some common challenges couples often encounter with family and in-laws and discuss some ways to proactively build and reactively repair in-laws relationships. Scriptures: Ruth 1:16-17 Romans 12:18 Hebrews…
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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 Wed…
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It's the most wonderful time of the yeeeear!! Happy spooky season to all who celebrate. The girls have had the decorations up for a month at this point, they've been waiting to talk spooky stuff with you roomies for sooooo looooong. Thank you to all the roomies who participated and shared their stories. Settle in for a nice, chill episode of relivi…
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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…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss one of the most important skills required for healthy marriages. We discuss why we struggle to be good listeners and what we can do about it. Scriptures: James 1:19 Proverbs 18:2 Romans 12:10 1 Peter 3:7 Questions to Discuss: 1. What are you listening to now (podcasts, audi…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the Ashley Madison scandal and how to fight temptations in your marriage. We want you to be more than roommates and to fight for your marriage as you guard against the enemy who seeks to destroy you and your marriage. Scriptures: MT 10:26 Rom 2:16 1 Cor 4:5 PS 32:3-4 James …
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk about how to balance time with your spouse, family, and friends. Is it possible to strike a healthy balance in how to best spend our time together and with others? Resources: More Than Roommates – Episode 49 – Made For People (feat. Justin Whitmel Earley) More Than Roommates –…
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"Oooh how it's been SO long, we're so sorry we've been gone! We were busy. . . . . . " We were just kind of busy. So sorry. But as always, we're so happy to be back and we've truly missed you so much. Lots to catch up on and lots to celebrate including the new roomies you'll hear from in this episode. Continuing to be a safe space for everyone, hel…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Gabrielle and Scott interview Kait & JJ Tomlin from the Heart of Dating. We have a great discussion about sex and marriage as we pepper Kait & JJ with all kinds of questions. Resources: Heart of Dating Website Follow Heart of Dating on Instagram Podcast – Heart of Dating with Kait & JJ Tomlin Podcast - That S…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the books, podcasts, and resources that have most deeply affected their marriages. With a lot of great resources out there, we want to help you to be thoughtful about the resources that impact your marriage. Scriptures: Proverbs 11:2 Job 12:12 Proverbs 13:20 Resources Menti…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss expectations in marriage – where do our expectations come from, what if they’re not met, and how can you exceed your spouse’s expectations? Part 2 in a 2-part mini-series on expectations. Scriptures: James 4:1 Proverbs 13:12 1 Corinthians 7:28 John 16:33 1 Thessalonians 5:1…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Ann, and Scott talk about who or what most significantly impacts your marriage. Whether it’s other couples, what we’re entertained by, or what we follow on social media, we need to be thoughtful about who and what most impacts our marriages. Part 2 in a 2-part series on expectations. Scripture: 1 Corin…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Ann Daly joins Derek and Scott as we discuss what to do when you’re stuck and struggling in your marriage. Even if you’re not stuck today, there are seasons of marriage when we all find ourselves stuck and just going through the motions. This would be a great episode to share with a friend who’s stuck in thei…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss the potential dangers of money and how money can affect your marriage in both positive and negative ways. Scripture: 1 Timothy 6:10 Acts 5:1-11 Matthew 6:21 Psalm 24:1 Questions to Discuss: 1. What’s something dangerous you’ve done in life? 2. What do you think about the st…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott discuss a story where a couple’s “secret” argument was overheard by a room of people. What would happen if others heard your arguments that take place behind closed doors? Scripture: Luke 8:17 Matthew 12:36 Proverbs 5:21 MT 18:15-17 1 John 1:5-7 Questions to Discuss: 1. What realit…
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In Part 2 in this 2-part series on marriage, divorce, and remarriage, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott focus on remarriage, how you can help others walking through marriage challenges, and the role community can play in helping proactively and reactively strengthening marriages. Scriptures: Matthew 19:3-12 Genesis 2:18-25 Ephesians 5:22-33 1 Corinthians…
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In this episode of More Than Roommates, Derek, Gabrielle, and Scott talk about what the Bible says about marriage, divorce, and remarriage and how this plays out in our marriages. This new episode will be helpful for your own marriage and as you seek to encourage friends in their marriages. Scriptures: Matthew 19:3-12 Genesis 2:18-25 Ephesians 5:22…
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In this episode, Derek and Scott interview speaker and author, Jordan Raynor. Jordan is a leading voice of the faith and work movement, and in this episode we get very practical as we discuss the connection, challenges, and opportunities of work and marriage. Questions for Discussion: 1. Spend some time thinking about Jordan’s statement – who do yo…
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