{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"Should Christians Give When Their Spouse Disagrees? (what to do when your spouse says 'no')","description":"Today, Bob & Linda open up about one of the hardest seasons of their marriage \u2014 a months-long battle over a life-altering decision that left them in tears, confusion, and deep disunity. What they learned in that painful stretch has become the backbone of how they help couples navigate money disagreements today\u2026 especially when one spouse feels called by God to give and the other isn\u2019t on board. If you\u2019ve ever wrestled with:\u201cWhat do I do when I feel God nudging me to give \u2014 but my spouse isn\u2019t there?\u201d\u2026this episode will minister to you deeply. Together, they unpack four biblical principles for staying unified, honoring God, and discerning His timing \u2014 without forcing agreement or abandoning conviction.   KEY TOPICS COVERED \u2714\ufe0f The Lowe\u2019s Parking Lot BreakdownBob shares the raw story of the only moment he thought their marriage might not make it \u2014 and how God used that season to refine both of their hearts. \u2714\ufe0f Why the enemy always pushes \u201ceither\/or\u201d thinkingAnd how God always has a third option you haven\u2019t seen yet. \u2714\ufe0f What to do when you feel called to give\u2026 and your spouse doesn\u2019t.A practical, grace-filled approach that protects unity and honors conviction. \u2714\ufe0f The timing principle: when a word from God is real, but not for right now. A simple budgeting tool that can reduce giving conflicts instantly:Using individual \u201cspending money\u201d accounts without hiding money. \u2714\ufe0f How to pray when you\u2019re frustrated, angry, or absolutely sure you\u2019re right.(With two real prayers Bob & Linda actually use.)   SCRIPTURES MENTIONED (NLT) James 1:2\u20135 \u2014 Endurance, wisdom, and the refinement of trials. Romans 8:28 \u2014 God working all things for good. Ephesians 5 \u2014 Mutual love and honor in marriage. 1 Peter 5:7 \u2014 Cast your cares on Him. THIS WEEK\u2019S ACTION STEP Set aside one night to pray. Don\u2019t solve the issue. Don\u2019t debate it. Simply pray for unity, wisdom, and softened hearts \u2014 together if possible. If your spouse is not a believer or unwilling: Pray alone and gently reaffirm to them, \u201cI\u2019m not going to move forward without your blessing.\u201d Then\u2026 go on a date. Restore friendship first.     ABOUT SEEDTIME MONEY Bob & Linda Lotich help Christians transform their finances through biblical wisdom, simple systems, and a heart for generosity. Follow for practical steps, honest stories, and hope-filled conversations about money & purpose. BONUS: Ever dreamt of hanging out with us for 6 weeks in your small group or church? Head to https:\/\/seedtime.com\/true for details or shoot us a DM on Instagram (http:\/\/instagram.com\/seedtime).   If you haven\u2019t checked out our best-selling book Simple Money, Rich Life (https:\/\/seedtime.com\/smrl\/), we think you\u2019ll love it. It was named the 2022 Book of the Year by ICFH and has over 1,000 5-star reviews on Amazon, and is best described as \u201ca money book for people who don\u2019t read money books.\u201d  You can take it for a test drive for FREE at https:\/\/SeedTime.com\/sample where you can download chapter 1 of the audiobook, grab the 1st 2 chapters of the ebook version, and even get the 5-week book study companion guide. ","author_name":"SeedTime with Bob and Linda Lotich","author_url":"https:\/\/seedtime.com","html":"