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Please, Lord, may Your ear be attentive to the prayer of Your servant and the prayer of Your servants who delight to revere Your name, and please make Your servant successful today and grant him mercy before this man.” --- Nehemiah 1:11 NASB Nehemiah was in a unique position to speak to the king. He was the trusted cup-bearer, who ensured the safety and quality of the king’s food and drink. Nehemiah was concerned, prayerful, and prepared as he looked for the right opportunity to tell the king about God’s people. Each of us is unique and capable of serving no matter what our position. Just as Nehemiah used his place as the king’s trusted servant to intercede for his people, we can use our present positions to serve God. Nehemiah prayed for success in this venture, not just for the strength to cope with his problems (see also 2:20). Yet the success he prayed for was not for personal advantage, position, or acclaim. He requested success for God’s work. When God’s purposes are at work, don’t hesitate to ask for success. --- Life Application Study Bible notes