Of all things, Jesus likens his suffering and crucifixion to a woman giving birth. As we reacclimate to the struggle of daily Christian life, Jesus’ words reframe how we view suffering as a Christian and the great joy that will come after.
Isaiah 40:25–31; Psalm 147:1–11; 1 Peter 2:11–20; John 16:16–22
Fifth Sunday of Easter
The fourth Sunday after Easter
