The Camels Are Coming: Recognizing God’s Hidden Provision

Isaac went out to meditate strolling in the field at dusk. Then he lifted up his eyes and saw—behold, camels were coming. - Genesis 24:63 (TLV)

This single verse offers a powerful picture of how God shapes those who seek Him. In the quiet field, at the edge of evening, Isaac models a rhythm of devotion that positions him to see what God is already sending his way.

1. Going Out to Meet God: The Power of Stepping Away

The Hebrew word used for “meditate” here is לָשׂוּחַ (lasuach), a term rich with meaning: to commune, to converse, to pray deeply.

Isaac deliberately steps away from the noise of the camp and enters the stillness of the field. This was not merely a walk: it was intentional communion.

Jewish tradition associates this moment with the Minchah prayer, the afternoon service. Minchah is a time of pausing in the middle of life’s activity to re-center the heart before God. Isaac embodies this rhythm: stepping away, quieting his spirit, and creating sacred space.

Yet He would often slip away into the wilderness and pray. - Luke 5:16 (TLV)

Even Yeshua embraced the discipline of stepping apart. If the Messiah Himself needed stillness, how much more do we also need intentional places of quiet in our lives.

Key truth: Those who make space for God will see what others miss.

2. Lifting Our Eyes: How Prayer Restores Spiritual Sight

Genesis tells us that Isaac “lifted up his eyes.” Prayer does not leave us looking inward or downward; it teaches us to look upward with expectation.

Stillness sharpens vision. Time with Adonai aligns our inner world with heaven’s perspective.

Then their eyes were opened and they recognized Him… - Luke 24:31 (TLV)

I pray that the eyes of your heart may be enlightened… - Ephesians 1:18 (TLV)

When God enlightens the eyes of our heart, we begin to see not only what is around us, but what God intends.

Key truth: Prayer does not just bring peace; it brings perspective.

3. The Camels Were Coming: Seeing What God Has Already Set in Motion

Isaac’s eyes lift, and suddenly he sees camels approaching.

These aren’t random travelers. They are carrying Rebekah, his bride, the covenant promise, the continuation of Abraham’s line, the fulfillment of God’s plan.

God was moving long before Isaac perceived it.

The camels can represent those slow, steady, burden-bearing journeys God uses to deliver His promises. Often the provision is already on its way, we simply haven’t lifted our eyes yet.

Key truth: In the secret place, you notice what God has already set in motion.

A Simple Yet Life-Changing Call

Make time. Stay expectant. Recognize fulfillment.

Go out into the field of His presence. Lift up your eyes. The camels are coming! Adonai is sending what He has prepared.

A Prayer for Those Who Are Waiting

Abba, renew our passion for personal devotion. Teach us to step away from the noise and into the stillness of Your presence. Ruach HaKodesh, quiet our hearts and remove distractions so we may lift our eyes with expectation. Yeshua, align our spirits with Your timing. Open our eyes to see the answers already in motion. Strengthen us as we wait. Revive hope, restore joy, and bring every promise You have spoken to its appointed fulfillment. Amen.