If I were to rebel today where would that leave me tomorrow?
I am today where I came from yesterday and the day before.
Today I find myself at odds with the man I am and the man I wish to be.
Rebellion does me no good but feels like freedom in the moment
I can go there in my mind without the pain of consequence
I can also stay with You and choose to enjoy the fruits of our relationship.
If I were to rebel today I know You would be there with me, and you would be there tomorrow.
Like many men I struggle to feel Your presence,
It makes the rebellion easier to justify but does nothing to soothe the consequences of my poor choices.
If I were to trust You today and see beyond momentary gratification,
I could experience a better life free from condemnation.
If I were to praise You today and consider my high position,
the foolish ways of selfish rebellion would fade into insignificance.
The choice is mine and the fruits are mine to enjoy.
Lessons for Living 
The bible teaches us we are rebellious by nature. Its is truly the work of the Holy Spirit (by the Grace of God ) that I realized that I was rebelling against the only one who really and truly loves and cares about me. It reminds of John 6:68 “Simon Peter answered him, “Lord, to whom shall we go? You have the words of eternal life.”
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Thanks so much for this comment! Yes, when we do rebel, which says much more about the condition of our heart, it does reveal that we haven’t understood the depth of God’s special love for us. It’s my prayer that we can know His love deeply today!
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