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Today, we’re reflecting on two powerful stories that remind us what it means to have faith in the God who provides — the story of Hannah in 1 Samuel 1 and the story of the bleeding woman in Mark 5.

In 1 Samuel 1, Hannah is heartbroken. She longs for a child but cannot conceive. In her deep anguish, she doesn’t turn away from God — she turns toward Him.

“Hannah was in deep anguish, crying bitterly as she prayed to the Lord. And she made this vow:
 ‘O Lord of Heaven’s Armies, if You will look upon my sorrow and answer my prayer and give me a son, then I will give him back to You.’”
 — 1 Samuel 1:10–11

God heard Hannah’s prayer. In His kindness, He gave her a son named Samuel, whose name means “heard of God.”
 But God’s provision didn’t end there. Samuel grew up to become one of Israel’s great prophets — a reminder that God’s provision is always purposeful.

We see that same truth in Mark 5, where a woman who had been suffering for twelve years believes that if she can just touch the hem of Jesus’ robe, she will be healed.

“Daughter, your faith has made you well. Go in peace; your suffering is over.”
 — Mark 5:34

Her healing came through faith.
 Hannah’s breakthrough came through faith.
 And our own provision still comes the same way — through faith in the God who hears, heals, and provides.

Sometimes we just need to pray, “Lord, open my eyes to see how You’ve already provided.”
 Because when we begin to notice His faithfulness, our faith grows stronger day by day.




Challenge

This week, take time to recognize and record God’s provision.
 Write down every way He’s provided — big or small.

Every answered prayer, every moment of strength, every breath of peace is evidence of His faithfulness.
 The more you see His provision, the more your heart will trust Him for what’s ahead.

 

Prayer

God, thank You that You are our ultimate provider.
 Thank You for hearing our prayers and meeting our needs in Your perfect timing.
 Give us bold faith like Hannah and the bleeding woman — faith that believes You will provide.
 Open our eyes to see Your goodness in every season, and strengthen our trust that You are working all things for our good.
 In Jesus’ name, amen.

(1 Samuel 1:10–11; Mark 5:25–34)