It is important to have a circle of Christians friends, which I do have.
But Portugal has a peaceful feel about it. I sit on the terrace overlooking the vineyard there and I feel cut off from the world. You need that sort of thing.
But if you have a solid walk with the Lord, then you wont fear that failure.
I involve myself in an organisation called Tear Fund.
When I became a Christian my confidence grew.
I've got two places I like to be. Portugal is one.