Isaiah 49:4

Isaiah 49:4 in 6 English translations. Each links through to the full chapter for context.

New International Version (NIV)

4But I said, “I have labored in vain;

I have spent my strength for nothing at all.

Yet what is due me is in the Lord’s hand,

and my reward is with my God.”

4But I said, “I have labored in vain,

I have spent My strength for nothing and futility;

Nevertheless, the justice due to Me is with the Lord,

And My reward is with My God.”

4But I said, “I have toiled in vain,

I have spent My strength for nothing and vanity;

Yet surely the justice due to Me is with the Lord,

And My reward with My God.”

4Then I said, “I have labored in vain,

I have spent My strength for nothing and vanity (pride, uselessness);

However My justice is with the Lord,

And My reward is with My God.”

4But I said, “I have labored in vain,

I have spent My strength in futility and vanity;

yet My vindication is with the Lord,

and My reward is with My God.”

4But I said, “In spite of my hard work,

I feel as if I haven’t accomplished anything.

I’ve used up all my strength.

It seems as if everything I’ve done is worthless.

But the Lord will give me what I should receive.

My God will reward me.”