Genesis
Hagar and Ishmael — Genesis 16; 21:8–21
Overview
Hagar, an Egyptian handmaid, suffers hardship and rejection, yet God sees her affliction and hears Ishmael’s cry. This story shows God’s compassion toward the overlooked, the mistreated, and those in distress.
Details
Key KJV PassageGenesis 16:13 — “Thou God seest me.”
Main CharactersHagar, Ishmael, Sarai, Abram, and the angel of the Lord.
Lesson / ThemeGod sees suffering people and hears cries that others may ignore.
Connection to ChristJesus reveals the compassion of God toward the weary, rejected, and burdened.
Memory VerseGenesis 21:17.
Discussion QuestionsHow did God show mercy to Hagar? Why is it comforting to know that God sees people in trouble? How can we treat hurting people with more compassion?
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