Time of Grace Ministry has released Newlywed: A Christian Guide for Loving Year One, a new book by Pastor Mike Novotny that aims to help couples build a solid foundation in the first year of marriage. The book addresses the daily realities that often strain newlyweds, including communication, finances, in-laws, conflict, and faith. By focusing on these practical areas, Novotny provides a resource that goes beyond wedding planning to prepare couples for the lifelong journey of marriage.
The importance of this book is underscored by recent data. According to Barna's The State of Today's Family Report, Gen Z values marriage but hesitates about its significance. While 81 percent say they value marriage, this is lower than every other generation Barna surveyed. This generational shift highlights a need for resources that present marriage as a priority, not a lesser option. Novotny states, "Marriage is one of God's best earthly gifts. It shows up on the first pages of the Bible in the Garden of Eden. So don't let the culture tell you that it's some lesser thing when it deserves to be a priority."
Research also shows that the first year is critical. A study published in the Journal of Marriage and Family found that negative communication patterns in the newlywed years predict steeper declines in marital satisfaction over time. By addressing these patterns early, Newlywed offers couples honest guidance for loving each other with grace, humility, and purpose. The book provides practical chapters and biblical encouragement to help couples tackle real-life issues before frustration, silence, or resentment become entrenched.
Novotny is promoting the book through national radio and podcast programs, including Chris Fabry Live, The Reconnect with Carmen LaBerge, The Bill Arnold Show, Faith in Culture Podcast from CBN News, American Sunrise from Real America's Voice, GoodLife, and Author's Corner. This wide reach ensures that the book's message will resonate with engaged and newly married couples, as well as pastors, premarital counselors, and family members seeking a meaningful wedding gift.
Readers can learn more about the book and access interview links through the Newlywed resource page. The page also offers a free chapter download and the option to order the book. Pastor Mike Novotny serves as lead speaker for Time of Grace and is a pastor at The CORE in Appleton, Wisconsin. He has been in full-time ministry since 2007 and has authored multiple books on faith, suffering, relationships, and difficult questions. He is available for interviews.
Time of Grace is a digital ministry based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, reaching people nearly six million times per month in multiple languages through television, radio, social media, devotions, and print publications. Its relatable resources help people grow in faith and apply God's grace to everyday life. Newlywed: A Christian Guide for Loving Year One is published by Straight Talk Books and is available now.
