In what ways can we seek God’s strength when feeling "weary"? Key verse “Yet those who wait upon the LORD will renew their strength; they will mount up with wings like eagles, they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not faint.” (Isaiah 40:31) Why this promise matters right now • God speaks to people who are exhausted after long hardship (Isaiah 40:27-29). • He underscores that His power never weakens (v. 28). • He personally pledges renewal to any who “wait upon” Him. What “wait upon the LORD” looks like • Expectant trust—confident that the Lord will act in His time (Psalm 37:7). • Patient resting—refusing frantic self-reliance (Exodus 14:13-14). • Focused attention—turning eyes from circumstances to His character (Hebrews 12:2). Practical ways to seek God’s strength when weary • Immerse in Scripture daily—let His words infuse fresh endurance (Jeremiah 15:16). • Voice honest lament and praise—pour out weakness, then exalt His greatness (Psalm 142:1-3, Psalm 71:14-16). • Cultivate stillness—schedule quiet, undistracted moments to “be still and know” (Psalm 46:10). • Rally with believers—draw on the mutual encouragement God designed (Hebrews 10:24-25). • Remember past deliverances—rehearse how He carried you before (Deuteronomy 8:2). • Choose obedience in small steps—strength multiplies as we act on what we know (James 1:25). • Sing truth aloud—music plants courage deep in weary souls (Ephesians 5:19). • Persist in prayer—keep knocking; His grace is sufficient and ongoing (2 Corinthians 12:9). Further Scripture that reinforces the promise • “He gives power to the faint, and to him who has no might He increases strength.” (Isaiah 40:29) • “Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you rest.” (Matthew 11:28) • “My flesh and my heart may fail, but God is the strength of my heart and my portion forever.” (Psalm 73:26) Living it out this week 1. Select one passage above and memorize it. 2. Set a brief daily appointment solely to wait on the Lord—read, pray, and listen. 3. Share with a trusted believer how God renews you, strengthening both of you in the process. |
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