Some questions for couples to ask themselves about family planning:

Is it okay to consider economics when it comes to having and spacing children? Is it okay to consider economics when considering marriage? If you said "no" to the former and "yes" to the latter, why did your answers differ?

Think about Psalm 127, considered the major proof text for those who oppose contraception. In the world of the psalmist, children were the 401(k) plans and the insurance and the nursing homes and pensions and Meals on Wheels all rolled into one. Is part of the blessing the psalmist has in mind economic?

Did you know the biblical definition of wealth is having one change of clothing and food for the next meal without having to earn it? That definition hasn't changed. In light of that definition can you afford kids? More kids?

Is it possible to avoid having kids to the glory of God? Is it possible to have kids to the glory of God?

Have you ever prayed about your family size?