Four aspects of the true God: he's a Small Beginner (vv 18-20), a Sovereign Father (vv 21-23), an Undomesticated Ruler (vv 24-26), and a Promise Keeper (vv 27-31).

Three obstacles to serving God: fear of failure (vv 1-9), feelings of inadequacy (vv 10-12), and fundamental unwillingness (vv 13-17).

Three reasons why we can fulfill our commission from the LORD: the LORD is involved (vv 1-10), the LORD is sufficient (vv 11-15), and the LORD is sovereign (vv 16-22).