Finishing Well By Divine Help Series

FINISHING WELL BY DIVINE HELP

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Zechariah 4:6-7

Key Verse: “Not by might, nor by power, but by my spirit, saith the LORD of hosts.” (Zechariah 4:6)

Supporting Texts: Ecclesiastes 7:8; Philippians 1:6; Psalm 127:1; Hebrews 12:1-2; 2 Timothy 4:7

INTRODUCTION:

Starting well is commendable, but finishing well is the true measure of a fulfilled life and ministry. Many begin journeys with enthusiasm and strength, yet only those sustained by divine help are able to complete their race with honour and testimony. Human effort alone cannot guarantee a successful finish.

Scripture reveals that divine help is God’s provision for human limitation. Without God’s assistance, labour becomes frustrating and endings become uncertain. Divine help strengthens the weary, redirects the distracted, and restores those who are close to giving up.

This message calls believers to depend wholly on God’s Spirit, grace, and guidance so that at the end of every season, assignment, and life’s journey, they can confidently say they finished well by divine help.

1. FINISHING WELL IS GOD’S DESIRE FOR HIS PEOPLE

God never intended His children to start journeys they would abandon midway. His will is completion, not frustration.

a) God values a good ending (Ecclesiastes 7:8). God places honour on perseverance and completion rather than mere excitement at the beginning.

b) God initiates and completes destinies (Philippians 1:6). What God starts, He remains committed to finishing.

c) God empowers consistency (Galatians 6:9). Divine strength sustains believers against weariness.

d) God crowns faithfulness (Matthew 25:21). Finishing well attracts divine commendation.

Biblical Example: Caleb finished strong and received his inheritance despite age and challenges because God sustained him (Joshua 14:10-14).

2. HUMAN STRENGTH IS INSUFFICIENT FOR A GOOD FINISH

Natural ability may initiate progress, but it cannot guarantee endurance to the end.

a) Human effort fails without God (Psalm 127:1). Labour without divine backing ends in vain effort.

b) Flesh becomes weary (Isaiah 40:30). Even the strongest grow tired without divine renewal.

c) Pride leads to collapse (Proverbs 16:18). Self-dependence exposes people to sudden failure.

d) God resists self-sufficiency (James 4:6). Grace flows only to the humble who seek help.

Biblical Example: Samson began with great strength but failed to finish well because he neglected dependence on God (Judges 16:20-21).

3. DIVINE HELP EMPOWERS A STRONG FINISH

Divine help supplies strength, wisdom, and direction needed to complete every God-given assignment.

a) Divine help strengthens the weak (Isaiah 41:10). God upholds His people when strength is gone.

b) Divine help provides guidance (Psalm 32:8). God directs steps to avoid costly mistakes.

c) Divine help overcomes opposition (Romans 8:31). With God’s help, resistance is defeated.

d) Divine help sustains focus (Hebrews 12:1-2). Looking unto Jesus keeps believers from distraction.

Biblical Example: Nehemiah finished rebuilding the wall because the good hand of God was upon him (Nehemiah 6:15-16).

4. KEYS TO FINISHING WELL BY DIVINE HELP

God’s help is available, but believers must consciously position themselves to receive it.

a) Depend daily on the Holy Spirit (Zechariah 4:6). Divine strength flows through spiritual dependence.

b) Maintain spiritual discipline (Luke 18:1). Consistent prayer sustains endurance.

c) Guard focus and purpose (Philippians 3:13-14). Forward focus prevents backward pull.

d) Remain faithful until the end (Revelation 2:10). Faithfulness secures eternal reward.

Biblical Example: Apostle Paul finished well by relying on God’s grace and boldly declared his completed race (2 Timothy 4:7-8).

CONCLUSION:

Finishing well is not accidental; it is the product of sustained divine help. God’s grace is sufficient to carry believers through every stage, challenge, and season until completion. Those who rely on divine help will never collapse before the finish line.

As you continue your journey, choose dependence over pride and faith over fear. By divine help, you will not only reach the end, but you will finish strong, fulfilled, and approved by God.

PRAYER POINTS:

1. Father, thank You for Your divine help throughout my journey.

2. Lord, I reject every form of self-dependence in my life.

3. Father, strengthen me to finish every assignment You have given me.

4. Lord, renew my strength whenever I grow weary.

5. Father, remove every distraction that can hinder my finish.

6. Lord, empower me to remain faithful until the end.

7. Father, let Your grace carry me through every challenge.

8. Lord, help me to complete my destiny with joy.

9. Father, let my ending be greater than my beginning.

10. Lord, help me to finish well and be approved by You.