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Genesis 16:11 Β· KJV

"And the angel of the LORD said unto her, Behold, thou art with child, and shalt bear a son, and shalt call his name Ishmael; because the LORD hath heard thy affliction."

King James Version

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Passage Context

9And the angel of the LORD said unto her, Return to thy mistress, and submit thyself under her hands.
10And the angel of the LORD said unto her, I will multiply thy seed exceedingly, that it shall not be numbered for multitude.
11And the angel of the LORD said unto her, Behold, thou art with child, and shalt bear a son, and shalt call his name Ishmael; because the LORD hath heard thy affliction.
12And he will be a wild man; his hand will be against every man, and every man's hand against him; and he shall dwell in the presence of all his brethren.
13And she called the name of the LORD that spake unto her, Thou God seest me: for she said, Have I also here looked after him that seeth me?

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Reflection Questions

1

How does knowing God hears your afflictions impact your faith?

2

What does it mean for you to trust in God's promises?

3

When have you felt God's presence in your struggles?

Life Application

faith

Remember that God hears your prayers; take time to share your concerns with Him.

grief

Reflect on how God has been present in your life during tough times and share that with others.

People in This Verse

HagarOT

Hagar was an Egyptian maidservant of Sarai who bore Abram's first son, Ishmael. Her story highlights themes of struggle and divine intervention.

First appearance: Genesis 16:1

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