I. Acknowledge the source of our setbacks (vv. 1-3).
A. Self-reliance (vv.1-2a).
B. Self-confidence (v. 3).
C. Self-centeredness (v. 1).
II. Ascertain the side effects of our setbacks (vv. 4-9).
A. Brings defeat (vv. 4-5a).
B. Brings discouragement (v. 7).
C. Brings doubt (vv. 8-9a).
D. Brings dishonor (v. 9b).
III. Apply the solution to our setbacks (vv. 10-21).
A. Conviction (vv. 10a, lla, 12b).
B. Consecration (v. 13).
C. Compliance (v. 16).
D. Confession (vv. 20-21).