Verse of the Day:
“She gave this name to the Lord who spoke to her: ‘You are the God who sees me.’” – Genesis 16:13 (NIV)
Devotion:
There are few feelings more painful than being overlooked. You show up, give your best, and stay faithful—but somehow, it seems like no one notices. Whether in your work, relationships, or even your walk with God, it can feel like you’re invisible. Unseen. Forgotten.
That’s how Hagar felt. She wasn’t Sarah’s first choice. She wasn’t in control of her own life. After being mistreated and cast out, she ran into the wilderness—abandoned and broken. But there, in that lonely place, God met her. And for the first time in Scripture, someone gives God a name: El Roi—“the God who sees me.”
What a powerful reminder. When others pass you by, God sees. When no one applauds your effort or acknowledges your tears, God notices. He doesn’t just see crowds or big stages—He sees the one who feels unseen.
You may feel like your role is small, your progress slow, or your story skipped. But the God who saw Hagar in the wilderness sees you where you are today. And not only does He see—you matter deeply to Him.
Let this truth settle in: You are not overlooked. You are handpicked. Not forgotten. Fully known. God is writing your story, even if others miss the page you’re on.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for being the God who sees me. In moments when I feel invisible or unimportant, remind me that You never miss a single detail of my life. You see my efforts, hear my prayers, and know the desires of my heart. Help me not to seek validation from people, but to rest in the assurance that I am fully seen and fully loved by You. Even when others overlook me, You never will. Teach me to walk in confidence—not because everyone sees me, but because You do. In Jesus’ name, amen.
Reflection Questions:
- Have you ever felt unseen or overlooked in a season of your life?
- What does it mean to you that God sees everything about you and still chooses you?
- How can you affirm someone else today who might feel unseen?
Topic: Feeling Forgotten