There's no easy button for NFP, which is why it's so great.

Many couples find themselves between a rock and a hard place, namely, between the Rock & NFP. They (particularly Christians) choose NFP for any combination of reasons, including moral, practical, relational and medical. Some NFPers are well formed in their faith and gung-ho from the beginning, but some are skeptical and need a little encouragement.

In the latter scenario, you may hear the following pitches by NFP instructors, marriage preparation coordinators, friends or pastoral associates:

It’s just as effective as contraception!

It’s marriage insurance: NFP users almost never get divorced.

NFP is really simple.

It’ll bring you two together like nothing else.

NFP is totally legit. Continue reading »