What does the Bible say about barren women?

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The Bible speaks tenderly of the sorrow of barrenness, affirms children as God’s gift, and shows that the Lord is sovereign, compassionate, and faithful to his people in every circumstance. Scripture records the anguish of women such as Sarah, Rebekah, Rachel, Hannah, and Elizabeth, while Genesis 25:21 and Luke 1:7 show faithful couples bringing their need before God. Psalm 113:9 praises God for giving the barren woman a home and children, yet believers should not treat this as a guarantee that every longing will be fulfilled in this life. Isaiah 54:1-17 uses barrenness as an image of God’s redeeming grace toward his restored people. In Christ, every believer belongs to God’s fruitful covenant family and may trust his wise care.