What do you do when one spouse seems spiritually stronger than the other? In this episode of Still Holding Hands, Tim and Chris Peterson explore one of the most common—and often unspoken—challenges in Christian marriage: navigating seasons when one spouse is growing spiritually faster than the other.

Whether you're longing for your spouse to pray with you, attend church more consistently, or take greater spiritual leadership, this episode offers biblical wisdom, practical encouragement, and hope without guilt or comparison. Discover how to encourage rather than pressure, pray instead of criticize, and create an environment where spiritual growth can flourish together.

You'll learn practical ways to strengthen your marriage while honoring each other's unique faith journey, along with this week's Still Holding Hands Challenge to help you intentionally support your spouse's walk with Christ.

Romans 14:13 (CSB)

Jeremiah 29:11 (NKJV)

Hebrews 10:24 (TPT

1 Peter 2:12 (TPT)

Galatians 6:2 (NIV)

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Bible Study (to be used with your YouVersion App) from The Bible Project: God's Eternal Love

https://www.bible.com/en/reading-plans/22466

STILL HOLDING HANDS CHALLENGE:

The "Pray, Encourage, Celebrate" Challenge (plus one more!)

Pray

Spend five minutes each day praying specifically for your spouse's spiritual life—not asking God to make them more like you, but more like Jesus.

Start a Devo together

The Bible Project-there are lots of great ones…."God's Eternal Love" suggestion

Encourage

Speak one genuine affirmation about something you see God doing in their life.

Celebrate

If your spouse takes even one small spiritual step this week, celebrate it instead of evaluating it.

At the end of the week, ask each other:

- "How did you feel most encouraged by me spiritually this week?"

On the Next STILL HOLDING HANDS:

"Who Wrote the Book of Love? A Still Holding Hands look at

1 Corinthians chapter 13"

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