The Path To Finishing Well

July 5, 2026 Preacher: Darrin Wright Series: Psalm 119 Summer 2026

Scripture: Psalm 119:33–40

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The Path to Finishing Well

This sermon speaks to people who:

Started strong but feel like they are losing heart.
Feel spiritually distracted or stuck.
Are tempted to chase worthleess things.
Want to grow older with purpose.
Need God to bend their heart back toward Him.
Want to finish the Christian life well, not merely coast to the end.

Text	Psalm 119:33-40
Series	Walking in the Word
Big Idea	No one finishes the race of faith well by self-reliance. We finish well because God faithfully preserves those who belong to Him.
Summary	Psalm 119:33–40 teaches us that finishing well in the Christian life does not come through self-reliance, willpower, or a strong beginning. The psalmist prays eight humble prayers, asking God to teach him, give him understanding, lead him, bend his heart, turn his eyes, confirm His promises, protect his testimony, and revive his soul.
Topics	Finishing well Prayer Wisdom Temptation Faithfulness
Questions This Sermon Answers	How can I finish the Christian life well? Why is a teachable spirit so important? How do I stay faithful when I feel distracted? How can I fight temptation with a greater delight in God What does it mean to ask God to “incline my heart"?
Application Questions	Where have I been relying on my own strength instead of praying dependently? What old, well-worn paths of obedience do I need to return to? Do I still have a teachable spirit, or have I been coasting spiritually?
Printable Sermon Summary PDF	The Path of Finishing Well Sermon Summary & Reflection Questions Printable PDF
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