We shall not faint
Isaiah 40:31 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.
The journey of faith is not an easy one. We face trials and burdens that sometimes seem too heavy to bear. Yet in these moments, we are reminded of the strength and hope we have in our Lord, who is our sustainer, our refuge, and our rest.
We live in a quick-get-it world, with demands from work, family, health, and society constantly vying for our attention. It’s natural to feel drained and overwhelmed. Even the strongest among us can grow tired, both physically and spiritually.
But the Bible reminds us in Isaiah 40:30, “Even the youths shall faint and be weary, and the young men shall utterly fall.” If even the young and strong can grow weary, we know this weariness is a universal human experience.
Weariness isn’t a sign of weakness; it’s a sign of our humanity. But when we try to fight these battles on our own, without depending on God’s strength, our weariness can lead to discouragement, frustration, and ultimately a feeling of defeat. Here, God speaks directly to those who feel like they’re on the edge of giving up: "They that wait upon the Lord shall renew their strength."
What does it mean to “wait upon the Lord”?
Waiting on the Lord is not passive; it is an active, intentional act of faith. It is believing that God is with us even when we cannot see the full picture. It means surrendering our timelines, our plans, and our fears to Him, trusting that His ways and His timing are perfect.
When we wait upon the Lord, we allow Him to work within us. We may not see immediate results, but like a farmer who sows in faith, we wait for the harvest. It’s in this waiting that God renews us, heals us, and builds us up so that we can soar like eagles.
Furthermore, after waiting on the Lord, He renewed our strength, the imagery of eagle was used for our understanding. “They shall mount up with wings as eagles.” Eagles are known for their ability to soar high above the storms. When other birds take cover, eagles fly directly into the wind and use it to lift them even higher. God is calling us to be like those eagles — to rise above our struggles, not by our strength, but by His.
When we seek God’s presence and place our faith in Him, we find renewed strength to keep going. This renewed strength enables us to “run and not be weary” and to “walk and not faint.”
Finally, life is a marathon, not a sprint. In the day-to-day journey, we may find ourselves not soaring or running but simply walking. But this, too, is a gift. Walking steadily in faith, no matter how slowly, is a testimony of God’s power. Each step we take is a statement: "I trust you, Lord, even if today is hard."
As we walk with the Lord, we can trust that He knows our struggles, and His grace will be enough. Psalm 23 reminds us, “Though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for thou art with me.” God doesn’t promise we’ll never face valleys; He promises that we’ll never walk through them alone.
In conclusion, God has not abandoned you. In your weakness, His strength is made perfect. If you feel weary, turn your eyes upon Jesus. Seek Him, trust Him, and He will give you the strength to mount up on wings like eagles. Wait on the Lord, beloved. You shall not faint, for the Lord is with you. Amen.
God bless you.
Prayer key
1. Lord, thank you for thr blessing of your word today in Jesus Christ name
2. Lord, help me to wait on you in any situation I find myself in Jesus Christ name.
3. Lord, renew my strength daily in Jesus Christ name.
4. Thank you Lord for answered prayers in Jesus Christ name.