Hagar's Children's Study
God Sees You
Hagar was sad and alone in the hot, dusty desert. She had run away because someone had been mean to her. She sat down and cried.
But God saw her! An angel came and said, “God knows you are sad. Go back home, because God has a plan for your little boy.” Hagar was surprised. She said, “You are the God who sees me!”
Later, Hagar and her son Ishmael were sent away again. They walked until their water was gone. Ishmael was crying. Hagar couldn’t bear to watch, so she sat far away and wept.
Then God heard the boy crying. God called to Hagar, “Don’t be afraid! I have heard him!” Suddenly, Hagar opened her eyes and saw a well of water right in front of her! She ran and filled the bottle and gave Ishmael a drink.
God took care of Hagar and Ishmael every single day. Ishmael grew up strong and became a great archer. God was with them always.
Big Truth: God sees you when you are sad, hears you when you cry, and always has a plan to help you.
Devotional Lessons
Lesson 1: God Sees You When You're Sad
Hagar was alone in the desert, feeling forgotten. But God saw her and sent an angel to talk to her.
Big Truth: Even when you feel all alone, God is watching over you.
Study Questions:
- Where was Hagar when God saw her? (In the desert)
- Did God send someone to help Hagar? (Yes, an angel)
- Have you ever felt sad or alone? How did God help you?
- What did Hagar call God? (The God who sees me)
Lesson 2: God Has a Plan for You
Story for Children: God told Hagar that her son would become a great nation. God had big plans for little Ishmael.
Big Truth: God has a special plan for every single person, including you.
Study Questions:
- What was the name of Hagar’s son? (Ishmael)
- Did God have a plan for Ishmael? (Yes)
- Does God have a plan for you? (Yes!)
- How does knowing God has a plan make you feel?
Lesson 3: God Hears You When You Cry
When Hagar and Ishmael ran out of water, they both cried. God heard their cries right away.
Big Truth: God listens to your prayers, no matter where you are or how you feel.
Study Questions:
- Why were Hagar and Ishmael crying? (They had no water)
- Who heard Ishmael crying? (God)
- Can you talk to God when you are sad? (Yes, anytime)
- What did God do after He heard them cry? (Showed them a well)
Lesson 4: God Provides What You Need
When Hagar opened her eyes, she saw a well of water! God had put it there all along to save them.
Big Truth: God knows exactly what you need and will help you find it.
Study Questions:
- What did Hagar and Ishmael need most? (Water)
- What did God show Hagar? (A well)
- What did Ishmael become when he grew up? (A skilled archer)
- Can you think of something God has given you that you needed?
Big Ideas for Kids
- God sees you everywhere you go, even when you feel hidden.
- God hears you every time you cry or pray.
- God helps you by giving you what you truly need.
- God loves you and has a special plan for your life.
Children's Activities
- “God Sees Me” Mirror Craft: Give each child a paper plate with aluminum foil glued on as a mirror. Let them draw themselves and write “God Sees Me” around the edge.
- Desert Well Game: Hide a small cup of water somewhere in the room. Have children search for it while you say, “God showed Hagar the well!” When the children find the water, everyone cheers.
- Prayer Watercolor: Give children white paper and white crayons. Have them draw a well or water drops with the crayon. Then paint over with blue watercolor to reveal the hidden picture, just like God revealed the hidden well to Hagar.