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Family Focus Newsletter | January 2026
Getting Out of Debt . . . Again
The holidays are over. Has the New Year brought to light old financial habits? Learn how to address three money problems like frequent dining out or lifestyle inflation. Here are practical solutions to break bad financial habits, manage debt, and strengthen your marriage through intentional faith-based money decisions.
What Is The Best Age To Get Married?
There is not a great wealth of research on the best age to marry, but there is some good data that can be helpful.
Making a Financial Plan Matters to Your Marriage
Many couples struggle with money, but making a financial plan can reduce stress in your marriage and help you set goals for the future. This involves setting clear and achievable goals, and making a plan to accomplish them. It also requires regularly talking about money as a couple.
Restoring Romance Through Nonverbal Communication
Unspoken communication can be at least as powerful as words. Several techniques can help you and your spouse communicate better and restore romance between you. Don’t rely on silence or overreact. Watch your body language and use your eyes to intentionally communicate warmth.
Best Age to Marry? Good Research Offers an Answer
Research shows both early and later marriages can thrive. However, what studies say about the best age to marry and the factors that truly shape marital success.
Abortion Ethics: Is It Ever Okay?
Abortion ethics are complicated. Does abortion really end a human life? Or is it a woman’s right? Are there times it’s okay more than others?
How to Raise Empathetic Children by Teaching Them Real Love
Real love goes beyond getting something in return—it’s about contributing to others’ lives. As parents, we can teach our children to love genuinely by helping them develop empathy, humility, and courage. You can model Christlike love and guide your children toward meaningful relationships built on trust and grace.
Marriage 911 – Dealing with Domestic Violence
Two-thirds of pastors see signs of domestic violence among attendees. Does your Marriage 911 team have a plan to help victims and families? Adopting a zero-tolerance policy and developing a list of contacts to agencies that can help are important steps to take.
Trying to Get Pregnant? 7 Do’s and Don’ts for Couples
If you’re trying to get pregnant, know that there are several things you can do to increase your likelihood of conceiving. Avoiding stress and planning intercourse around ovulation are practical steps, also realize that the process may take some time. Praying together and looking at all the potential factors are helpful as well.