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John 16:21

The childbirth image moves from intense labour to joy after birth. Keep it non-graphic and sensitive to infertility, loss, adoption, foster care, and varied birth-family experiences; no child must discuss personal family history. This is not a promise that every birth ends safely or that joy erases pain, trauma, loss, or grief.

Memory phrase: Pain and joy pictured

Talk about it: How can families discuss this image gently? You may pass.

Prayer: Jesus, help me receive this teaching with truth, wisdom, and safety.

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