"He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak." — Isaiah 40:29 (NIV)
Reflection / Devotional
Weariness is not just about physical exhaustion; it touches the soul, the mind, and the spirit. For those serving in demanding professions or walking through long seasons of hardship, it can feel as though energy is drained faster than it can be replenished. The Bible doesn’t deny that weakness exists, but it boldly declares that God meets us there.
Isaiah reminds us that the source of true strength does not come from within ourselves—it comes from the Lord. When we feel empty, He fills. When we are weak, He empowers. The encouragement here is not that we will never be weary, but that God will always meet us in our weariness with His unending strength. Your weakness becomes the very place where His glory shines the brightest.
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“Strength for the Weary”
Verse 1The night is long, my hands are tired
Dreams feel dim, hope uninspired
But You remind me, You are near
To lift my heart, to calm my fear
Chorus
You give strength for the weary, hope for the weak
A fountain of mercy, the rest that I seek
When I cannot stand, You carry me through
Your strength is enough, Lord, my soul rests in You
Verse 2
I’ve walked through valleys, shadows deep
I’ve faced the mountain, far too steep
Yet still Your promise holds me fast
Your faithful love will always last
Chorus
You give strength for the weary, hope for the weak
A fountain of mercy, the rest that I seek
When I cannot stand, You carry me through
Your strength is enough, Lord, my soul rests in You
BridgeYour power is made perfect, when I am undone
Your glory revealed, in what You’ve begun
Final Chorus
You give strength for the weary, hope for the weak
A fountain of mercy, the rest that I seek
When I cannot stand, You carry me through
Your strength is enough, Lord, my soul rests in You
Lord, I confess my weariness to You. I cannot carry the weight alone, nor do I need to. Thank You for meeting me in my weakness with Your strength. Let every weary soul today be reminded that You are faithful to renew, restore, and empower. Amen.