Big praises go out to you and your family my B.I.C (Brother In Christ). I have been practicing with our church band for 3 weeks and they are ready for me to hit the stage, but, I am extremely nervous. I don't know any walking basslines, any chord changes or slap and pop styles which gives gospel music that flair. I can hit the notes if the Minister of Music shouts them out but, I don't feel it naturally which hinders my decision to hit the stage. Although, I give excuses for not bringing my bass to church, I want to play; however, I am terrified of making a great band sound mediocre. Just as fate would have it, this past Sunday the M.O.M played dirty and told my wife that I am ready and he expects my bass to be in my possession on this upcoming Sunday but of course, I'm still nervous. What was your biggest fear before you played and how did you overcome it?