Our GOD Hears – Our God Sees – Our God Rescues – Our God Remembers
Our God sees us, He hears us , He rescues us, and He remembers us.
We often carry within us a personal image of God, shaped by our experiences and interpretations. But let us set aside our preconceptions and consider the truths revealed in scripture.
In Exodus, we encounter Moses at the burning bush. God declares, “I have certainly seen the oppression of my people in Egypt. I have heard their cries of distress… I am aware of their suffering. So I have come down to rescue them” (Exodus 3:7). This powerful declaration reveals a God who is not distant or indifferent, but intimately involved in the lives of His people. He sees their pain, hears their cries, and acts to deliver them.
Even before Moses, we find the story of Hagar, an Egyptian slave. In her distress, wandering in the wilderness, the Angel of the Lord finds her. Hagar, in her own words, names God “Behr El Roi – the God who hears” and “the God who sees me.” (Genesis 16:13-14)
When the Angel of the Lord met Hagar, He asked her: “Where are you coming from, and where are you going?”
Our lives are narratives, stories we tell ourselves to make sense of our experiences. Yet, these stories are often incomplete, shaped by our biases and selective memories. But God sees the complete picture, the hidden depths of our hearts. He hears our unspoken cries and understands our deepest struggles.
To truly see and be seen is a profound human need. It is an affirmation of our worth and existence. God, in His infinite love, sees us completely, not just our outward appearance, but our innermost being. He invites us to bring our stories to Him, to share our burdens, and to find solace in His presence.
We are called to mirror God’s love by seeing and hearing others, by creating spaces of belonging and acceptance within our communities. We are not meant to live in isolation, but in together, where we can share our stories and find support.
Reflect:
- How has your personal image of God influenced your relationship with Him?
- In what areas of your life do you feel unseen or unheard?
- How can you create space to truly see and hear those around you?
- What stories are you telling yourself about your life? Are they complete and truthful?
- What do you need to tell God today that you have been holding back?
Closing Prayer:
Heavenly Father, we thank you for being a God who sees and hears us. We acknowledge that our understanding of you is often limited and flawed. Help us to set aside our preconceptions and embrace the truth of your love and compassion. We bring our stories to you, the triumphs and the struggles, the joys and the sorrows. Help us to see others as you see them, with love and understanding. Grant us the courage to be vulnerable and honest, both with you and with those around us. May we create communities where everyone feels seen, heard, and valued. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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