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Genesis 8:16

Note again — 'go forth' is directional. God sends them out with purpose. The same household that entered together (7:7) now exits together. The family unit is preserved and commissioned for the new world.

Memory phrase: Go out and begin again.

Talk about it: What do you think Noah and his family felt when God finally said they could come out?

Prayer: God, when You say 'go,' help me to go with courage and joy.

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