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Isaiah 8:17
And I will wait upon the LORD, that hideth his face from the house of Jacob, and I will look for him.

Isaiah 25:9
And it shall be said in that day, Lo, thisis our God; we have waited for him, and he will save us: thisis the LORD; we have waited for him, we will be glad and rejoice in his salvation.

Isaiah 30:18
And therefore will the LORD wait, that he may be gracious unto you, and therefore will he be exalted, that he may have mercy upon you: for the LORDis a God of judgment: blessedare all they that wait for him.

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Judges 16:28
And Samson called unto the LORD, and said, O Lord GOD, remember me, I pray thee, and strengthen me, I pray thee, only this once, O God, that I may be at once avenged of the Philistines for my two eyes.

Job 17:9
The righteous also shall hold on his way, and he that hath clean hands shall be stronger and stronger.

Job 33:24-26
Then he is gracious unto him, and saith, Deliver him from going down to the pit: I have found a ransom…

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Exodus 19:4
Ye have seen what I did unto the Egyptians, andhow I bare you on eagles' wings, and brought you unto myself.

Psalm 84:7
They go from strength to strength,every one of them in Zion appeareth before God.

Song of Solomon 8:5
Whois this that cometh up from the wilderness, leaning upon her beloved? I raised thee up under the apple tree: there thy mother brought thee forth: there she brought thee forththat bare thee.

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Psalm 27:13
I had fainted, unless I had believed to see the goodness of the LORD in the land of the living.

Luke 18:1
And he spake a parable unto themto this end, that men ought always to pray, and not to faint;

2 Corinthians 4:1,16
Therefore seeing we have this ministry, as we have received mercy, we faint not; …

will renew their strength;
The promise of renewed strength is significant for those who feel weary and burdened. In the historical context, the Israelites were physically and spiritually exhausted from exile. The renewal of strength is not just physical but also spiritual, symbolizing a restoration of hope and vigor. This renewal is a divine gift, as seen in other scriptures like2 Corinthians 4:16, where the inner self is renewed day by day. It reflects the transformative power of God's presence in the lives of believers.

they will mount up with wings like eagles;
Eagles are known for their strength and ability to soar high above the earth, symbolizing freedom and perspective. In the ancient Near East, the eagle was a symbol of power and might. This imagery suggests that those who trust in the Lord will rise above their circumstances with divine assistance. The metaphor of the eagle is also used inExodus 19:4, where God describes carrying the Israelites on eagles' wings, signifying deliverance and protection.

they will run and not grow weary,
Running without growing weary signifies endurance and perseverance. In the cultural context, running was often associated with messengers or warriors who needed stamina to complete their tasks. This promise assures believers that God will provide the necessary strength to endure life's challenges.Hebrews 12:1-2 encourages believers to run with perseverance the race marked out for them, fixing their eyes on Jesus, the ultimate source of strength.

they will walk and not faint.
Walking without fainting represents steady progress and continual faithfulness. In biblical times, walking was the primary mode of transportation, requiring endurance over long distances. This phrase assures believers that God will sustain them in their daily walk, providing the strength needed for life's journey.Galatians 6:9 echoes this sentiment, urging believers not to grow weary in doing good, for at the proper time, they will reap a harvest if they do not give up.

Waiting is not passive loitering; it is confident, patient expectation that the covenant-keeping God will act.

•Psalm 27:14 encourages, “Wait patiently for the LORD; be strong and courageous,” echoing the same call to sturdy hope.

•Lamentations 3:25 reminds us, “The LORD is good to those who wait for Him, to the soul who seeks Him.”

•Psalm 62:1 shows the posture: “In God alone my soul finds rest; my salvation comes from Him.”

Those who look to the Lord with such trust are the very ones singled out for the following promises.

God pledges to exchange our depleted reserves for His own inexhaustible power.

•2 Corinthians 4:16 speaks of an inner renewal “day by day.”

•Psalm 103:5 says He “satisfies you with good things, so that your youth is renewed like the eagle’s.”

•Ephesians 3:16 prays that we be “strengthened with power through His Spirit in your inner being.”

This is literal revitalization—spiritual, emotional, even physical—as He pours in fresh vitality.

Eagles ride thermals, lifting effortlessly above storm fronts. Likewise, God enables His people to rise above earthly pressures.

•Exodus 19:4 recalls, “I carried you on eagles’ wings and brought you to Myself.”

•Deuteronomy 32:11 pictures the eagle stirring its nest, teaching the young to soar.

•Revelation 12:14 shows God giving “the two wings of the great eagle” to protect His own.

He gives altitude we could never achieve by flapping harder; His strength carries us.

Life often demands a sprint—seasons of intense effort. God equips us for sustained speed.

•Hebrews 12:1 urges us to “run with endurance the race set before us,” fixing our eyes on Jesus.

•1 Corinthians 9:24 calls believers to run to win an imperishable crown.

•Jeremiah 12:5 contrasts running with men and horses; by God’s help we outrun both.

His promise means we can face heavy demands without spiritual exhaustion.

Most days are ordinary, a steady walk more than a dramatic flight or sprint. God’s pledge covers the long haul, too.

•Micah 6:8 calls us to “walk humbly with your God,” a daily, deliberate pace.

•Colossians 1:10–11 prays we “walk worthy of the Lord… being strengthened with all power… for all endurance and patience.”

•Galatians 5:16 urges us to “walk by the Spirit,” avoiding fainthearted collapse.

Whether spectacular or mundane, every step is upheld by divine strength.

Isaiah 40:31 offers a comprehensive promise: those who patiently trust the Lord receive continual, supernatural strength—for soaring above crises, sprinting through intense seasons, and plodding faithfully through everyday routines. The God who never tires (Isaiah 40:28) shares His power with His waiting people, ensuring that in every circumstance they keep going, lifted, energized, and unfailing.

Shall mount up with wings.--Better,shall lift up their wings,or,shall put forth wings' feathers,the last, likePsalm 103:5, implying the belief that the eagle renewed its plumage in extreme old age. For the faithful there is no failure, and faith knows no weariness.

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