Finish the Job
Philippians 1:6
Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
Finishing what we start is a vital kingdom principle. While the world celebrates great beginnings, God values faithful endings. Think about Jesus—He didn’t just begin His ministry with miracles and teaching; He finished His mission on the cross with the words, “It is finished.” Similarly, God calls each of us to faithfully complete the assignments He has placed before us, whether it’s in our families, workplaces, or ministries. Yet, in a culture that glorifies instant success, perseverance can feel foreign. But God’s Word reminds us: it’s not how we start the race, but how we finish it.
The Bible is filled with stories of those who completed their assignments. Paul finished his race, declaring, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Noah completed the ark despite ridicule, and Nehemiah rebuilt the wall despite fierce opposition. What these examples show is that finishing requires focus, faith, and resilience. Obstacles will come, but they are not excuses to quit. They are opportunities to trust God more deeply and to rely on His strength, not our own.
When we finish the assignments God gives us, we don’t just complete a task—we build a testimony. The world isn’t transformed by intentions but by actions brought to completion. As believers, we are called to be finishers because our obedience impacts more than just ourselves—it impacts generations. What is the unfinished work in your life? Perhaps it’s forgiving someone, sharing the gospel, or completing a ministry project. Whatever it is, ask God for the strength to finish it for His glory.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the reminder that You are a finisher. Help me to complete the assignments You have entrusted to me. Strengthen my hands for the work, steady my heart in the face of challenges, and remind me that Your grace is sufficient. May my life bring You glory as I finish the race You have set before me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
Being confident of this, that he who began a good work in you will carry it on to completion until the day of Christ Jesus.
Finishing what we start is a vital kingdom principle. While the world celebrates great beginnings, God values faithful endings. Think about Jesus—He didn’t just begin His ministry with miracles and teaching; He finished His mission on the cross with the words, “It is finished.” Similarly, God calls each of us to faithfully complete the assignments He has placed before us, whether it’s in our families, workplaces, or ministries. Yet, in a culture that glorifies instant success, perseverance can feel foreign. But God’s Word reminds us: it’s not how we start the race, but how we finish it.
The Bible is filled with stories of those who completed their assignments. Paul finished his race, declaring, “I have fought the good fight, I have finished the race, I have kept the faith.” Noah completed the ark despite ridicule, and Nehemiah rebuilt the wall despite fierce opposition. What these examples show is that finishing requires focus, faith, and resilience. Obstacles will come, but they are not excuses to quit. They are opportunities to trust God more deeply and to rely on His strength, not our own.
When we finish the assignments God gives us, we don’t just complete a task—we build a testimony. The world isn’t transformed by intentions but by actions brought to completion. As believers, we are called to be finishers because our obedience impacts more than just ourselves—it impacts generations. What is the unfinished work in your life? Perhaps it’s forgiving someone, sharing the gospel, or completing a ministry project. Whatever it is, ask God for the strength to finish it for His glory.
Prayer:
Lord, thank You for the reminder that You are a finisher. Help me to complete the assignments You have entrusted to me. Strengthen my hands for the work, steady my heart in the face of challenges, and remind me that Your grace is sufficient. May my life bring You glory as I finish the race You have set before me. In Jesus’ name, Amen.
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