Key Verse:

“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”

— Isaiah 40:31

Rooted Truth:

God does not merely restore our energy—He renews our strength as we learn to wait on Him.

Faith Story:

Weariness is a familiar companion in the life of faith. It settles in quietly—after long seasons of responsibility, sorrow, perseverance, or unanswered prayer. Often, it is not dramatic failure that exhausts us, but faithful endurance over time.

Isaiah speaks directly to this reality.

Strength is not renewed through striving harder or pushing longer. Scripture tells us it is renewed through waiting on the Lord.

Waiting is not passive. It is an active posture of trust—choosing to rest in God’s sufficiency rather than our own effort. It is laying down the burden of self-reliance and allowing God to sustain us.

The promise of Isaiah 40:31 unfolds in stages:

• Some days, God lifts us to soar above the weight.

• Some days, He gives strength to run without collapsing.

• And some days, He simply enables us to walk without fainting.

All three are evidence of renewal.

God meets us where we are. He does not shame our weakness. He supplies strength appropriate for the moment.

Renewal does not always look like sudden energy. Sometimes it looks like quiet perseverance—the grace to keep going one step at a time.

If you feel weary today, remember this: waiting on God is not wasted time. It is the very place where strength is renewed.

Scripture for Deeper Roots:

Psalm 73:26 – “My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart…”

2 Corinthians 12:9 – “My grace is sufficient for thee…”

Matthew 11:28–30 – “Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden…”

Daily Practice:

When weariness surfaces today, pause and pray:

“Lord, I wait on You. Renew my strength.”

Release the pressure to push beyond what God is providing.

Daily Prayer:

Faithful God, You see my weariness and You know my limits. Teach me to wait on You rather than rely on my own strength. Renew my heart, steady my steps, and carry me through this day.

Amen.

Deep Reflection:

• Where has weariness settled into your life recently?

• How does waiting on God differ from striving in your own strength?

• What does renewed strength look like for you today?

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