God's way is not the easiest, but the best (vv. 17-18; 14:1-4)
Be faithful to what God entrusted to you (v. 19)
God is always present to guide you (vv. 20-22)
Expect the enemy to derail you (14:1-9)
Refrain from complaining b/c God is sovereign (vv. 10-12)
Trust God (vv. 13-14)