Author: Linda Gilbert
But those who trust in the Lord will find new strength. They will soar high on wings like eagles. They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint. Isaiah 40:31 NLT
A Break Down of Isaiah 40:31
Wait Upon the Lord:
"Active Trust. A deep patience that relies on God's perfect timing. It requires faith and Hope."
Renewing Strength:
"Trading our limited energy for God's boundless strength."
Soaring like Eagles:
"Rise above our circumstances with strength and grace that only God can provide."
All of us get tired and weary. We stumble and fall. But Isaiah 40:31 reminds me that there's HOPE. We should look to God and trust that his ways and timing are best, even when we feel depleted. He will renew our strength inside and out for all who waits expectantly.
This verse is a beacon of Hope. Reminding us of the strength that comes from trusting in God amidst life challenges. It's like finding that perfect spot to rest when the journey feels endless.
Or where we can catch our breath and renew our strength for the road ahead.
Hoping in the Lord is not about avoiding the trails of life but enduring them with renewed strength and perspective. It's encouragement that assures us when we align our hearts with God's purpose, there's divine strength available to help us rise (like eagles), endure (walk and not faint) and persevere (run and not be weary).
In this verse we find strength in waiting, trusting and Hope in the Lord.
The ones who hope in the Lord are believing God will come through. That becomes the source of their Hope and the reason they can wait with confidence.
Hoping in the Lord is really an act of surrender, where you recognize the Lord is greater than any situation, any worry, or any anxiety you may experience.
Our Hope and faithfulness that God will be with us through every trial and tribulation and placing Hope in him allows us to find strength, peace and reassurance. This will also remind all of us that even amidst the storms of life, we are never alone.
My encouragement to each and everyone is take one step at a time. Sometimes waiting means walking slowly, holding onto HOPE. Be patient with yourself and thank God for what he has done in your life and what his plans are for you.
Be ready at all times to answer anyone who ask you to explain your Hope that you have. But do it with gentleness and respect.