The Closing of a Chapter

Develop skills in introductions. (v17-23a)
a. The place for introductions.
b. The importance of introductions.

Make time for explanations. (v23b)
a. Taking time for explanations.
b. Aiming to persuade.

Declare the consequences. (v24-30)
a. Preparing for various responses.
b. Sounding the warning.

Persevere in the work. (v30-31)
a. The end of a chapter.
b. Not the end of the story.