Isaiah 40:31 MSG — But those who wait upon God get fresh strength. They spread their wings and soar like eagles, they run and don’t get tired, they walk and don’t lag behind.

The word God gave me for 2024 is pause. Merriam-Webster defines pause as a temporary stop. In writing a comma is used to separate a list of words and sometimes to help connect words. For my purposes I also think my pauses will be a cause of separation but will result in connections with God’s message and my everyday life.

If you have been a Waterwalkers follower for a while you may already know that I consider Isaiah 40:31 to be my life verse. While praying and studying about my word for 2024 God led me to the Message version of Isaiah 40:31. Most other versions say waiting on God will “renew their strength.” For this year, as I pause, I will focus on “fresh strength” from God.

We would love to hear from you about your word/mantra for 2024. 

Let’s pray. Dear God, thank You for fresh strength. As I pause and spend time with You help me to make connections in my everyday life. In Jesus’ name I pray, Amen.