one’s spirituality, outside the public prayer of the Church, is a private thing, just as is the condition of one’s soul, and not a topic for conversation and discussion unless that confidence is freely given. yes, that is a characteristic of some men and some women too. and it would be great if married couples could pray together but if you can’t at this time, I doubt if nagging will be profitably. some people get to the stage where praying out loud, or in groups (outside Mass) is simply not efficacious. for instance, reciting the rosary the way it is done here in a group, setting speed records, does absolutely nothing for me, so I avoid it unless I can’t get out of it, like a funeral. all prayer does not have to be spoken. mental prayer is a worthy habit endorsed by all the saints.
I can understand why you want him to “speak up,” but as previous posters mentioned, some people just aren’t comfortable praying aloud with others around. My DH won’t say grace, but always waits for me to. I think the fact that he wants to pray with you before bed is wonderful and you should keep going. I’m sure your example and prayers are helping him grow closer to our Lord. Maybe someday he’ll be comfortable praying aloud, but even if he’s not, the fact that he is praying with you is great.
Sometimes all we need is assurance we are on the right track. You are. Kinda kidding.I am thrilled he goes to church with me if I said anything different it is a typo. We pray at the dinner table as a family and have been since our children were little. That is how they learn. Also the only other prayer we do aloud is in bed at night and as I said that was a joint decision by reading a passage from the bible and an impromptu prayer. It bothers me because he wanted to do it but after much time doesn’t really join in. ** May be I am being to picky**.
It looks to me that he greatly values the leadership you are providing. Sometimes the rock falls heavier on some. But you seem very up to it. Carry on.