God gives us all tasks to do, but sometimes they seem too big for us and we get afraid, like Nehemiah, when God placed it on his heart to go and rebuild the walls and gates of Jerusalem. But after praying and fasting, he got up the gumption, although he was in a very important and therefore sticky position as the king's cupbearer. Any false move could have meant immediate death. But when our God is on our side, when we know for sure, after fasting and prayer, that He does indeed want us to do a particular job, then we need to move ahead with it, resting in His faithfulness, although our safety could be at serious risk. Now it's no easy matter to move ahead afraid, but if we are confident in the powers and favour of our God, then we have no choice. we can't claim that we believe in God and when the opportunity to prove it arises, back out because we're scared. Can you imagine what would have become of Jerusalem if Nehemiah had neglected to do the Lord's bidding? Thankfully, we'll never know, because he stood up strong, though afraid, and the Lord made his work a success. And He will do the same for each of us, if we stand up strong, and do His bidding, even when we're afraid! Much LOVE!