Ezra 5-7

In Ezra 5 we come to a critical point in the story of rebuilding the temple. The work has been halted for some time. At the prompting of Haggai and Zechariah the leaders of the former exiles lead in the resumption of rebuilding. When they are confronted by the secular leaders they respond by citing the decree of Cyrus. Why didn't them mention that the first time? I have responded like that numerous times. I face a situation that leaves me stunned. Then sometime later I call a truth or am led to a scripture passage that renews my conviction. But do I act as the leaders of Israel act? Do I resume the work that God initiated in me at first? Or do I live with the new status quo? My challenge should be to take up God's initial charge and act. When someone challenges me anew then I should respond as I've been taught and trust in God to act.
Stuart