What's your reputation!

We begin Nehemiah ch 1&2 where Nehemiah is the king's cup bearer, a very important position. Nehemiah learns bad news about the condition of Jerusalem and is mourning. Due to his diligence in duty to the king, the king is close enough to Nehemiah to realize something is wrong. Nehemiah opens up and tells the king of Jerusalem's delimma. The king shows compassion on his faithful servant and allows Nehemiah to return to Jerusalem. Not only that, but the king provides for him with funds and protection. Would our bosses be as compassionate? Have we respected authority enough to be blessed by them? (Jim H cannot answer as his own boss and CEO)!