Episode 123 - Why Tension is Necessary For a Healthy Marriage (feat. Jonathan "JP" Pokluda)

In 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, 20:3PR 18:2, PR 18:13, James 1:19-20PR 10:2, 19:11, 28:13PR 19:11, 12:1, 19:20, 25:28 Resources:This is an edited version of the talk. If you want to watch the video of the Dissonance talk, you can watch it through this link – Dissonance Video.To hear more about WENI, check out MTR Episode 12 – Identifying Negative Communication Patterns Questions to Discuss:1. What’s the benefit of dissonance/conflict/tension in marriage?2. How can you make hearing and understanding the goal in your marriage (and not winning)?3. What are some practical ways you need to S.H.I.F.T. in your marriage?

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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 intentionally strengthen your relationship.