Isaiah
“He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength.”
Isaiah 40:29
Isaiah 40:29 (KJV) speaks to God's strength in weakness, God's strength promise, and weariness — words set in Isaiah, the prophet's book of judgment and deep comfort. Read it unhurried, and let it become a prayer you return to.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“My flesh and my heart faileth: but God is the strength of my heart, and my portion for ever.”
Psalms 73:26“And he said unto me, My grace is sufficient for thee: for my strength is made perfect in weakness. Most gladly therefore will I rather glory in my infirmities, that the power of Christ may rest upon me.”
2 Corinthians 12:9“I can do all things through Christ which strengtheneth me.”
Philippians 4:13“For I have satiated the weary soul, and I have replenished every sorrowful soul.”
Jeremiah 31:25“But they that wait upon the LORD shall renew their strength; they shall mount up with wings as eagles; they shall run, and not be weary; and they shall walk, and not faint.”
Isaiah 40:31“Come unto me, all ye that labour and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest.”
Matthew 11:28
Common questions
What does Isaiah 40:29 mean?
In the King James Version, Isaiah 40:29 reads: "He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength." The verse speaks to God's strength in weakness, God's strength promise, and weariness. To read it well, take it in the flow of Isaiah 40 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Isaiah 40:29 in the King James Version?
Yes. "He giveth power to the faint; and to them that have no might he increaseth strength." is Isaiah 40:29 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Isaiah chapter 40.
What are some related Bible verses to Isaiah 40:29?
Verses that sit beside Isaiah 40:29 include Psalms 73:26, 2 Corinthians 12:9, and Philippians 4:13. Reading them alongside Isaiah 40:29 deepens the theme of God's strength in weakness.
How can I pray with Isaiah 40:29?
Read Isaiah 40:29 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.