Sermons on Finish Course:

Do All Things Really Work Together For Good?

Contributed by Eddie Young on Sep 19, 2018

This will answer the question asked by many and you will find of course the answer is YES!

All things are not good. It would be a mockery to say that they are. The death of a child is not good. Cancer is not good, drug addiction is not good, war is not good, blasphemy is not good. But the Bible says, “We know that all things work together for good to them that love God, to them who are ...read more

Scripture: Romans 8:28

Denomination: Baptist

Shipwreck

Contributed by Ed Vasicek on Oct 17, 2022

We must maintain the right course and not assume the ship will steer itself!

Shipwreck (I Timothy 1:18-20) 1 Things are getting bad in our world. 2. A shipwrecked mariner spent years on a deserted island, completely alone. Then one morning he sees a ship offshore and a smaller vessel pulling out towards him. When the boat grounded on the beach, the officer in charge ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:18-20, 1 Timothy 4:14-16, 2 Timothy 2:17-18, 2 Peter 2:20-21

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Our Daily Walk With Jesus

Contributed by Joe Mack Cherry on Jul 23, 2025

A commitment to Jesus is no trivial thing. The Christian walk is not easy but we must stay the course.

Walking with Jesus Daily by: Joe Mack Cherry I. Introduction A. What does it take to Walk with Jesus? 1. First, we must come to Him and accept Him as our Lord and Savior. 2. Hear, believe, repent, confess, and be baptized. 3. Salvation is God’s gift to everyone who follows His plan of salvation ...read more

Scripture: Ecclesiastes 5:4, Mark 14:28, Psalm 119:1

Denomination: Christian/Church Of Christ

It's Not Just How You Start, It's Also How You Finish Series

Contributed by Timothy Peck on Oct 15, 2001

Whether our story of starting our life with God is dramatic or ordinary, what truly counts is finishing.

[Note:  This sermon was preceded by a testimony of a person who had been an atheist and substance abuser who came to Christ through our church].   Isn’t it exciting to hear how God has changed Kevin’s life? But even as we rejoice, I know what some of you are thinking. Some of you are thinking, "I ...read more

Scripture: 1 Timothy 1:12-20

Denomination: Evangelical/Non-Denominational

Go! And Live In The Victory Of ‘it Is Finished!’ (Good Friday) - John 19:30 Series

Contributed by Dean Courtier on Apr 12, 2025

Good Friday. The darkest day in human history… and yet, the most glorious for the redeemed. The cross—Rome’s symbol of cruelty—became for us the ultimate symbol of grace, love, and triumph.

Go! And Live in the Victory of ‘It Is Finished!’ (Good Friday) - John 19:30 John 19:30 (NLT): When Jesus had tasted it, he said, “It is finished!” Then he bowed his head and gave up his spirit. Introduction Good Friday. The darkest day in human history… and yet, the most glorious for the ...read more

Scripture: John 19:30, Hebrews 9:12, Isaiah 53:5, Romans 5:8, Galatians 5:1, Romans 8:1-2, Romans 1:16, 2 Corinthians 5:21, John 10:11, Luke 19:10  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Pentecostal

A Church Worth Talking About

Contributed by Clinton Smith on Mar 4, 2008

A church worth talking about is a church that finishes what they started.

It is related that a man once came to Charles H. Spurgeon, and asked that great preacher if his church was a pure church. He said he was looking for a pure church that he might belong to it. Mr. Spurgeon said that he did not know about his own church; but he did know that there were many good ...read more

Scripture: 1 Corinthians 8:1-7

Denomination: Baptist

Evil Diversion

Contributed by Daniel Olukoya on Jul 8, 2009

A diversion is turning aside from a course that is to be followed. A diversion is a change of direction or an alternative route. It is also something designed to take away attention from the main course. Simply put, it is a change of direction.

EVIL DIVERSION Dr. D. K. Olukoya Our Father in heaven, we thank You because you are El-Shaddai, You are the Jehovah- Jireh, the Jehovah-Shamah, and Jehovah Shalom who has all powers in His hands. Thank You for being our provider, shelter and rock. We thank You for the promotion, provision and ...read more

Scripture: Jonah 1:1-2

Denomination: Pentecostal

Acts 12 - Enduring Hardships Series

Contributed by Christian Cheong on Jul 5, 2013

Be prepared for challenges. We can expect hardships in life. We can stay on course by praying.

The moment the disciples put their faith in Jesus, they were declaring war against the devil. They have chosen to make a stand for the truth. • The authorities and the people come against what they preach, sometimes out of selfish reasons, sometimes out of intolerance, and at other times, ...read more

Scripture: Acts 12:1-25

Denomination: Independent/Bible

Seven Habits For Spiritual Health

Contributed by Richard Tow on Dec 7, 2022

How do believers maintain spiritual vitality and finish well? This message examines seven lifestyle habits that sustain the believer in the long run. Professor Robert Clinton found that only one-third of leaders finish well. These disciplines help us finish well.

Intro Welcome to this Legacy Ministry College chapel service. We take as our subject today: Seven Habits for Spiritual Health. What are the essentials for a successful life journey in Christ? It is one thing to begin a journey; it is another to finish that journey. To finish and finish well, you ...read more

Scripture: 2 Timothy 4:7-8, Matthew 22:37-40, John 15:5, Hebrews 10:24-25, 1 Timothy 4:1-10, Joshua 1:1-8, Matthew 16:24-25, Proverbs 4:23, Matthew 28:19-20, Matthew 4:1-4, Matthew 6:33  (view more)  (view less)

Denomination: Charismatic

Go The Distance (Part 1)

Contributed by David Dewitt on Jan 9, 2001

God is calling us to finish the race of life with Him

Go the Distance Part 1 2 Timothy 3:10-4:8 May 23, 1999 Morning Service Introduction I. Story of Jean - Dominique Bauby A, Work: French journalist, age of 45 was editor of fashion magazine Elle, very successful, December of 1995, he suffered a stroke B. After the stroke: Buaby was completely ...read more

Denomination: Church Of God

Elders Series

Contributed by Dan Cormie on Oct 18, 2002

There are many great starters - not enough who finish well.

29, September 2002 Dakota Community Church All The Kings Men Part: 4 – Elders Introduction: You do not break Gods word – you break yourself on it! Don’t be discouraged men this is the reward week – the beating is over – here now is the payoff! Seriously do not take condemnation from anything - ...read more

Scripture: Psalm 92:12-15, 2 Corinthians 4:15-16

Denomination: Mennonite

A Work In Progress

Contributed by Rick Boyne on May 6, 2014

God isn’t finished with us yet.

A Work in Progress May 4, 2014 Morning Service Immanuel Baptist Church, Wagoner, OK Rick Boyne Message Point: God isn’t finished with us yet. Focus Passage: Philippians 1:6 Introduction: When we lived in West Africa, we noticed everywhere we went where half completed buildings, most of ...read more

Scripture: Philippians 1:6

Denomination: Baptist

The Dedication Of The Temple Series

Contributed by Chris Appleby on Jul 4, 2010

The celebration of the finishing of the Temple that will be the focus of the nation’s worship.

We were living in Canberra in 1988 when the new Parliament house was opened. What an occasion that was! The Queen was there to open the building. People came to Canberra from all over Australia. There was a huge march and rally by Christians from all over the country who came to march around ...read more

Scripture: 1 Kings 8:1-66

Denomination: Anglican

Freedom's Spirit Series

Contributed by C. Philip Green on Oct 20, 2016

Start, finish and continue your life with the Spirit by faith.

On February 10, 2013, a fire broke out in an engine room of the Carnival cruise ship, Triumph. The fire knocked out the ship's power, leaving the vessel drifting in the Gulf of Mexico and more than 4,200 passengers and crew in limbo. The lost power made it impossible to operate the flush toilets, ...read more

Scripture: Galatians 3:1-5, Galatians 3:1-26

Denomination: Evangelical Free

Complete But Maybe Not Flawless? Series

Contributed by W Pat Cunningham on Feb 14, 2024

Ordinarily we think of anything “perfect” as being totally flawless.

First Sunday of Lent 2024 When we begin a project, it’s always helpful, even critical, to look forward to the end, to the moment when the project is complete. In the Latin, the word we want is perfectus. Ordinarily we think of anything “perfect” as being totally flawless. That is a ...read more

Scripture: Genesis 9:8-15, Psalm 25:4-9, 1 Peter 3:18-22, Mark 1:12-15

Denomination: Catholic