S –  So she named the Lord who spoke to her: “You are El-roi,” for she said, “In this place, have I actually seen the one who sees me?

Genesis 16:13 CSB

O – Commentary:

In this passage two popular etymologies form not only the climax of the section but the point of the whole unit. God Himself named the boy Ishmael, which He then explained: for the Lord has heard of your misery (16:11). Clearly He meant this primarily for Hagar, but it was also meant for Abram and Sarai.

The other naming was Hagar’s referring to God as “the One who sees” after her, that is, looks out for her. So in these two names is a world of theology: God hears and God sees

“Genesis,” in The Bible Knowledge Commentary: An Exposition of the Scriptures

A –  God sees and hears you today.  It isn’t just for miracles – it is also for relationship. When you are in a conversation with someone and they aren’t paying attention,  it is rude, frustrating and annoying.  But, when they look at you genuinely and hear your words it is engaging and life giving.  That is the relationship God wants with us.  He does his part;  do we do ours?

R – Heavenly Father, you are the God who sees us.  Thank you for knowing us intimately.  We want to know you more by spending time in your presence and listening to your words.  Give us the courage to meet you where we are at in our good and tough times.