Isaiah 40:31 – Meaning & Devotional
"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."
What This Verse Means
Isaiah reveals God's strength formula: waiting produces renewal. 'Waiting' is not passive idleness but active dependence — looking expectantly to God rather than scrambling in human effort. Those who wait experience supernatural renewal.
The three images descend in intensity but increase in difficulty: soaring (moments of spiritual exhilaration), running (sustained effort in ministry or service), and walking (daily, ordinary faithfulness). Most of life is walking — and God promises we won't faint even in the mundane. That may be the greatest miracle of all.
Historical Context
Isaiah 40 comforts exiled Israel with declarations of God's incomparable greatness. After comparing God's power to all creation (v. 12-26) and assuring them He never tires (v. 28), Isaiah promises that those who wait on this inexhaustible God will share in His tireless strength.
How to Apply This Today
Are you exhausted — spiritually, emotionally, physically? Stop trying harder and start waiting on God. Spend time in His presence, worship, and rest in His promises. He renews those who wait, not those who hustle.
Related Verses
Isaiah 40:29
"He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength."
Psalm 27:14
"Wait on the LORD: be of good courage, and he shall strengthen thine heart."
🙏 A Prayer from Isaiah 40:31
Lord, I wait on You. Renew my strength — let me soar when You lift me, run when You call me, and walk faithfully when the road is long. I will not faint because You sustain me. Amen.
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My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.
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Watch ye, stand fast in the faith, quit you like men, be strong.
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