The Power Of A Good Finish Series

THE POWER OF A GOOD FINISH

By Rev. Samuel Arimoro

Main Text: Ecclesiastes 7:8

Key Verse:

“Better is the end of a thing than the beginning thereof: and the patient in spirit is better than the proud in spirit.” (Ecclesiastes 7:8)

Supporting Texts: Matthew 24:13; 2 Timothy 4:7-8; Hebrews 12:1-2; Philippians 1:6; Joshua 14:10-12

Description:

A divine reminder that God places great value on how a believer ends a season, a race, or an assignment, and that finishing well releases lasting reward and honour.

INTRODUCTION

In the economy of God, beginnings are important, but endings carry greater weight. Many people start with enthusiasm, vision, and passion, yet only a few complete their journey with faithfulness, integrity, and obedience intact. Scripture consistently teaches that it is not enough to start well; one must also finish well.

A good finish is the true test of character, perseverance, and spiritual maturity. The enemy often focuses his attacks not at the beginning but near the end, where weariness, distraction, compromise, or discouragement can rob believers of their reward. God, however, supplies grace to those who remain steadfast to the end.

This message calls believers to understand the spiritual power embedded in finishing well. A good finish secures divine approval, preserves legacy, and positions a believer for eternal reward and continued relevance in God’s kingdom.

1. GOD PLACES GREATER VALUE ON THE END THAN THE BEGINNING

God evaluates a life, assignment, or season by its conclusion rather than its initial excitement.

What truly matters is consistency, faithfulness, and obedience sustained until the end.

a) God Watches the End of Every Matter. (Ecclesiastes 7:8)

Scripture reveals that the conclusion of a matter carries greater significance than how it began.

b) Endurance Is Required for Approval. (Matthew 24:13)

Salvation’s reward is promised to those who endure faithfully until the end.

c) Many Start, Few Finish Well. (Luke 9:62)

Jesus warned against beginning the journey and looking back, which leads to disqualification.

d) Faithfulness Determines Reward. (1 Corinthians 4:2)

God rewards consistency and reliability, not mere enthusiasm.

Biblical Example:

King Saul started with promise but ended in disobedience, losing God’s favour and kingdom (1 Samuel 15).

2. A GOOD FINISH REQUIRES PERSEVERANCE AND DISCIPLINE

Finishing well does not happen accidentally; it demands intentional endurance and spiritual discipline.

Strength for the journey must be continually renewed through dependence on God.

a) Spiritual Races Require Endurance. (Hebrews 12:1)

The Christian journey is likened to a race that must be run with patience and focus.

b) Discipline Guards Destiny. (1 Corinthians 9:27)

Self-discipline ensures that the believer is not disqualified after preaching or serving.

c) Weariness Must Be Resisted. (Galatians 6:9)

Scripture encourages perseverance, promising a harvest if we do not give up.

d) Strength Is Renewed in God’s Presence. (Isaiah 40:31)

Waiting on the Lord renews strength and sustains momentum toward a good finish.

Biblical Example:

Caleb maintained strength, faith, and zeal even at eighty-five, pressing to finish strong (Joshua 14:10-12).

3. A GOOD FINISH PROTECTS LEGACY AND TESTIMONY

How a believer ends shapes how their life, ministry, and faith are remembered.

A poor ending can overshadow years of faithfulness, while a good finish crowns a life with honour.

a) Endings Speak Louder Than Beginnings. (2 Timothy 4:7)

Paul’s testimony at the end of his life validated his entire ministry.

b) Integrity Must Be Preserved. (Proverbs 10:9)

Walking uprightly secures honour and trust even at the end.

c) Influence Extends Beyond a Lifetime. (Psalm 112:6)

The righteous are remembered for generations because of how they lived and finished.

d) Faithfulness Secures Eternal Reward. (Revelation 2:10)

God promises the crown of life to those faithful unto death.

Biblical Example:

Samson finished poorly due to compromise, but his final act of repentance restored some honour (Judges 16).

4. GOD SUPPLIES GRACE FOR A GOOD FINISH

No believer finishes well by human strength alone; divine grace sustains the journey.

God remains committed to completing what He begins in the lives of His people.

a) God Is Committed to Completion. (Philippians 1:6)

God faithfully completes the good work He has started in believers.

b) Grace Is Sufficient to the End. (2 Corinthians 12:9)

God’s grace sustains believers even in weakness and adversity.

c) Focus on Christ Sustains Momentum. (Hebrews 12:2)

Fixing our eyes on Jesus prevents distraction and discouragement.

d) Eternal Reward Motivates Endurance. (2 Timothy 4:8)

The promise of heavenly reward empowers believers to finish well.

Biblical Example:

Jesus endured the cross, despised the shame, and finished His earthly assignment victoriously (John 19:30).

CONCLUSION

A good finish is not determined by speed, popularity, or public applause, but by faithfulness, obedience, and perseverance. God’s ultimate desire is that His children complete their race with joy, integrity, and unwavering faith.

As seasons draw to a close, believers must rely on divine grace to endure, remain focused, and finish strong. The power of a good finish secures God’s approval, preserves legacy, and releases eternal reward.