The God Who Sees

📖 Truth Tuesday — The God Who SeesSometimes we come to a familiar Bible story and discover something about God we've never fully noticed before.That's what happened to me this week in Genesis 16.Most of us know Hagar as the mother of Ishmael.But before she's remembered for history...she's a frightened woman alone in the wilderness.And that's where we read these beautiful words:"Now the angel of the LORD found her..."(Genesis 16:7)Hagar wasn't searching for God.God came looking for Hagar.Later, she gives Him a remarkable name:El Roi—"The God who sees."What a beautiful reminder that God's compassion is never limited by our failures or by the complicated circumstances we find ourselves in.💭 Today's TruthBefore Hagar found hope, she discovered she had never been out of God's sight.The same God who met Hagar in the wilderness still sees His children today.He knows every burden you carry.Every question you wrestle with.Every fear you've never spoken out loud.And He has not forgotten you.🙏 Today's PrayerLord, thank You for being El Roi—the God who sees! Thank You that You know every part of my story, every burden I carry, and every place where my heart feels uncertain. Thank You that Your mercy reaches into the wilderness and Your compassion never runs out. Help me rest in the confidence that I have NEVER been outside of Your loving care. Draw me closer to You today, and help me trust the God who sees me completely.  In Jesus' name, Amen.If these words express your heart today, make them your prayer. Or find your own words and spend a few moments honestly talking with the Lord.🎙️ Today's Five More Minutes is also available wherever you listen to podcasts.The God who found Hagar in the wilderness still delights in revealing Himself to those who seek Him.