So I'm teaching a lesson on Isaiah 40 tomorrow in Sunday School. I've been reading over this chapter for the last month or two now, and I continue to learn new things every time I read it! Some of my favorite verses come at the end of the chapter.
While most of the verses describe the greatness and incredible power of God, these last few reveal the balance between God's majesty and also his personal concern for us, his children. It is a reminder not only that God holds everything together in the universe, but he also has planned out and cares for every aspect of our lives - even to the point of strengthening the weary or giving the ability to walk faithfully through the trials of everyday life.
Why do you say, O Jacob, and complain, O Israel,
"My way is hidden from the Lord; my cause is disregarded by my God?"
Do you not know? Have you not heard?
The Lord is the everlasing God, the Creator of the ends of the earth.
He will not grow tired or weary, and his understanding no one can fathom.
He gives strength to the weary and increases the power of the weak.
Even youths grow tired and weary, and young men stumble and fall;
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.
- Isaiah 40:27-31
