Created To Soar
Isaiah 40:31
Isaiah 40:31 (NIV)
but those who hope in the LORD will renew their strength. They will soar on
wings like eagles; they will run and not grow weary, they will walk and not be faint.
1. Waiting often requires action
Isaiah 40:31 (ESV)
but they who wait for the LORD…
Wait (qava) – to wait, look eagerly for; hope, expect (verb – action)
2. Waiting produces new strength
Isaiah 40:31 (ESV)
but they who wait for the LORD shall renew their strength;
Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
But those who trust in the LORD will find new strength.
3. Waiting elevates your perspective
Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
They will soar high on wings like eagles.
Exodus 19:4 (NLT)
You have seen what I did to the Egyptians. You know how I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to myself.
4. Waiting enhances your endurance
Isaiah 40:31 (NLT)
They will run and not grow weary. They will walk and not faint.
Active waiting is always producing something deeper in you so God can do something greater
through you.
