Genesis 16:14 · KJV

"Wherefore the well was called Beer-lahai-roi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered."

King James Version

Passage Context

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?

¹⁴Wherefore the well was called Beer-lahai-roi; behold, it is between Kadesh and Bered.

¹⁵And Hagar bare Abram a son: and Abram called his son's name, which Hagar bare, Ishmael.

¹⁶And Abram was fourscore and six years old, when Hagar bare Ishmael to Abram.

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Reflection Questions

How do you recognize God's provision in your life?

What does it mean for you to find refreshment in God?

When have you experienced a moment of clarity in a difficult situation?

Life Application

faith

Identify a 'well' in your life where you find spiritual refreshment and visit it regularly.

gratitude

Keep a journal of moments where you recognize God's provision in your daily life.

Places in This Verse

Beer-lahai-roi

A well named by Hagar, it symbolizes God's provision and care for her in the wilderness.

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