Isaiah 40:31 Commentary
In-depth Isaiah 40:31 commentary covering historical setting, original Greek/Hebrew, theology, and pastoral application.
"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 (KJV)
Exposition
Isaiah promises that those who wait expectantly on God receive supernatural strength. The imagery progresses from soaring to running to walking—covering all of life's seasons.
Historical Setting
Isaiah wrote this prophecy around 700 BC, looking forward to Israel's Babylonian exile and eventual restoration. The exiles would feel abandoned and powerless. Isaiah's promise of renewed strength addressed people who were physically exhausted from forced marches and emotionally depleted by displacement from their homeland.
Original Language Notes
'Qavah' means to wait, hope, or look expectantly—literally 'to bind together' like twisted rope. Waiting on God isn't passive idleness but active, expectant trust that intertwines our weakness with His strength, producing something stronger than either alone.
Pastoral Application
Waiting on God isn't passive inactivity but active trust. When we wait on Him, He renews our strength for the extraordinary moments and the ordinary daily walk alike.
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