Strength in the Waiting

Sermon Summary: Strength in the Waiting

Key Verse: Isaiah 40:31 (NKJV) – “But those who wait on the Lord shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings like eagles, they shall run and not be weary, they shall walk and not faint.”

Introduction: The Struggle of Waiting

Waiting is difficult, especially when facing trials, uncertainty, anxiety, or depression. The enemy uses waiting to plant doubt, but Scripture teaches that waiting on the Lord renews strength.

Main Points:

1. Waiting is Not Weakness—It’s Strength Training

• In God’s kingdom, waiting is where strength is built.
• An eagle soars by catching the wind, not exhausting itself by flapping—likewise, waiting on God lifts higher.
• Scripture: Psalm 27:14, Lamentations 3:25-26

2. Waiting Through Anxiety and Depression

• Emotional struggles can make waiting feel impossible, but God meets His people in their lowest moments.
• Example: Elijah in 1 Kings 19:4-8—God provided for him in his despair.
• Waiting does not mean ignoring emotions but surrendering them to God.
• Scripture: Psalm 42:5, Philippians 4:6-7, 1 Peter 5:7

3. Waiting is Not Stagnation—It’s Preparation

• Waiting doesn’t mean doing nothing but trusting God while staying faithful.
• Keep praying, serving, and standing firm in faith.
• Scripture: Psalm 37:7, Galatians 6:9, James 1:12

Conclusion: The Promise of Strength

• Waiting on God builds rather than breaks.
• Even when things seem stagnant, God is working behind the scenes.
• Shift focus from the waiting to the One who is worth waiting for.
• Isaiah 40:31 promises renewed strength for those who trust in Him.