Becoming with the Johnsons

Slater & Shaunica Johnson

Husband and Wife, Slater and Shaunica Johnson discuss marriage, relationships, parenting, and any other issues that arise as followers of Christ.

Episodes

  1. Emasculated Husbands vs Mothering Wives

    Mar 28

    Emasculated Husbands vs Mothering Wives

    Why do so many marriages drift into a partner vs. parent dynamic? In this episode of Becoming With The Johnsons, Slater and Shaunica tackle a conversation that is all over relationship discourse right now: mental load, emotional labor, maturity, masculinity, and why some wives feel forced into “mom mode” while some husbands feel disrespected or emasculated. That broader conversation is active across social media, with creators talking openly about invisible household labor, emotional intelligence, and imbalanced responsibilities in relationships.  This episode goes deeper than internet talking points. They break down: the difference between nurturing and motheringwhy age doesn’t automatically equal maturityhow defensiveness, avoidance, and childish habits create resentmentwhy household responsibility is bigger than chores—it’s about consideration, empathy, and initiativehow cultural ideas about “manhood” can work against real growth in marriagewhy comfort can keep you stuck, while nurture pushes you toward maturityThis is not a gender-war episode. It’s a call to honesty, ownership, and growth. If you’ve ever felt like: “I shouldn’t have to ask”“I feel like I’m carrying too much”“Why does correction feel like disrespect?”“How do we stop repeating unhealthy patterns?”…this conversation is for you. Listen in for a real, faith-centered discussion on how to move from resentment and role confusion toward partnership, empathy, and healthy marriage maturity. Connect with us: Website: slaterjoel.com Share this episode: If this episode challenged you, send it to a husband, wife, or couple who needs this conversation. Subscribe & follow: Apple • Spotify • YouTube • Google • Amazon • RSS Connect: Instagram / Facebook: @BecomingWithTheJohnsons | Email: admin@rebuildallthings.com  Support the show: Leave a rating/review and share this episode with a friend who needs courage to let go.

    49 min
  2. Jan 22

    Under Attack: Spiritual Warfare in Our Marriage

    In this episode of Becoming With The Johnsons, Slater and Shaunica share a raw, faith-centered conversation about spiritual warfare in marriage—and how it can quietly target intimacy, unity, trust, and peace inside the home. We discuss how spiritual attacks often hide behind “normal” conflict, unhealed trauma, and survival patterns that feel justified in the moment. From inner vows formed in childhood to Jezebel-like tactics such as control, manipulation, and false doctrine, we unpack how the enemy tries to divide what God joined together—and what it looks like to fight back with truth, repentance, prayer, and healing. This episode includes: How childhood trauma and inner vows can open doors later in marriageRecognizing controlling/manipulative cycles without shame—so healing can startProtecting the marriage bed and restoring intimacy through unity and prayerA candid discussion about pornography, secrecy, and choosing freedomHow spiritual strongholds can affect finances and keep couples stuck in cyclesApplying truth (not “false grace”) to God’s design for sex and covenantIf you’ve felt spiritual heaviness, recurring patterns, or confusion around intimacy, this conversation will help you discern the root and take steps toward freedom—with God at the center. 🌐 Website: slaterjoel.com 📘 Shaunica’s book: How My W.E.P.T Became My W.E.E.P: From Brokenness to Divine Assignment https://a.co/d/ghnSZv4 🎥 Watch Episode 4 on YouTube:  https://youtu.be/n_mQgZWvdrI Subscribe & follow: Apple • Spotify • YouTube • Google • Amazon • RSS Connect: Instagram / Facebook: @BecomingWithTheJohnsons | Email: admin@rebuildallthings.com  Support the show: Leave a rating/review and share this episode with a friend who needs courage to let go.

    58 min
  3. 10/20/2025

    Discovering Spiritual Gifts w/ The Gifts Institute (Prophetic Foundations & Real-Life Application)

    What if spiritual gifts were taught for real-life application—not just head knowledge? In our first episode of the Becoming Podcast, Slater Joel and Shaunica Johnson unpack The Gifts Institute: a new, experiential Christian school focused on hearing God, growing in your calling, and practicing gifts with maturity. We talk: Why experiential learning changes everything (beyond “just information”)Prophetic Foundations vs. Prophetic AscensionPrayers that “move the hand of God” and living by rhema (not only logos)Humility vs. insecurity in ministryWho this is for (new believers to seasoned leaders)4-week courses, one night a week, evenings in Chesapeake, VAInterested in classes? Search for “Gifts Institute Chesapeake” or "thegiftsinstitute dot com" to find details and registration. New here? Subscribe for faith, growth, and practical discipleship conversations every week. Chapters:  00:00 Intro & why this podcast  03:20 Shaunica’s journey into teaching & prophetic ministry  07:20 What is The Gifts Institute?  10:50 School vs. experiential discipleship  14:40 From knowledge → understanding → wisdom  20:00 Teaching style: loving, honest, accountable  23:20 Who should join?  35:00 Course rhythm (4 weeks, 1 night/week)  36:00 Core classes overview & next steps Subscribe & follow: Apple • Spotify • YouTube • Google • Amazon • RSS Connect: Instagram / Facebook: @BecomingWithTheJohnsons | Email: admin@rebuildallthings.com  Support the show: Leave a rating/review and share this episode with a friend who needs courage to let go.

    41 min

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Husband and Wife, Slater and Shaunica Johnson discuss marriage, relationships, parenting, and any other issues that arise as followers of Christ.