Kelsy Kerubo - Chasing Rebels Lyrics
Lyrics
I ain’t one to hide my stupid and my stubborn
I won’t lie about the ally’s where I’ve been
I won’t ever try to cover all the lies that pulled me under
Nearly buried in a box of my own sin
And this freedom I have found is not a platform
For me to boast in anything that I have done
It’s just a messy canvas, of God’s mercy in my madness
And a fiery love that I could not outrun
I find no glory in my story
All the times I ran away
And I’m not proud of where I’ve been
All the choices that I’ve made
But if my past is now your present
I’m prayin’ you see how
There’s an unrelenting, comin’ for you Savior
Who loves chasing rebels down
When it comes to failure, you’re no different
When it comes to shame, you’re not alone
From prodigals on barstools to pretenders in the church pews
Nobody’s ever really too far gone
He’s coming for you (4X)
Hell couldn't stop Him
Darkness couldn't hide Him
He’s coming for you
Oh, He is for you
Songwriters: Ben Fuller, Michael Farren, Tony Wood
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Meaning & Inspiration
Kelsy Kerubo delivered a powerful anthem of grace and pursuit with the release of "Chasing Rebels" on February 22, 2023. This song plunges directly into a raw, confessional narrative that speaks volumes about human frailty and divine mercy. It unfolds as a transparent account of a life lived outside of God's will, openly acknowledging personal "stupid and my stubborn" choices and the "lies that pulled me under," nearly leading to ruin. Yet, amidst this candid self-assessment, the song quickly pivots to a profound realization: the freedom found isn’t a platform for self-aggrandizement, but rather a testament to God's boundless compassion. The singer describes this newfound liberty as a "messy canvas, of God’s mercy in my madness and a fiery love that I could not outrun," beautifully illustrating how grace often meets us in our most broken states, revealing a love too fierce to escape.
The central message of "Chasing Rebels" comes alive in its recurring declaration: a humble recognition of a past riddled with running away from God, yet transformed into a beacon for others. The lyrics "I find no glory in my story... But if my past is now your present, I’m prayin’ you see how There’s an unrelenting, comin’ for you Savior Who loves chasing rebels down" reveal the song's heart. This isn't just a personal testimony; it’s an invitation. It echoes the apostle Paul’s readiness to share his past persecutions to highlight the magnitude of God’s grace (1 Timothy 1:15-16), turning personal shortcomings into a powerful illustration of divine redemption. The "unrelenting Savior" who actively "loves chasing rebels down" is a vivid portrayal of God’s character as the Good Shepherd in Luke 15, who leaves the ninety-nine to pursue the one lost sheep, or the father in the parable of the prodigal son, whose love runs out to meet his returning child. This imagery paints a picture of God not as a static judge, but as an active, passionate pursuer of every soul.
The song then broadens its scope, extending this message of hope and inclusion to all who find themselves struggling. With empathetic clarity, it declares, "When it comes to failure, you’re no different. When it comes to shame, you’re not alone." This universal truth connects every individual, from those lost in obvious sin to "pretenders in the church pews," affirming the Biblical principle that "all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God" (Romans 3:23). Crucially, the song asserts that "Nobody’s ever really too far gone," a cornerstone of the Gospel that finds strong resonance in Jesus’s own words, "It is not the healthy who need a doctor, but the sick. I have not come to call the righteous, but sinners" (Mark 2:17). Whether one identifies as a "prodigal on barstools" or a devout but struggling believer, the truth remains that God’s saving arm is long enough to reach. The bridge of the song powerfully reinforces this, proclaiming with resolute certainty, "He’s coming for you... Hell couldn't stop Him, Darkness couldn't hide Him, He’s coming for you, Oh, He is for you." This segment emphasizes God’s sovereignty and His unwavering commitment to humanity, reminding us of Christ’s triumph over sin and death (Colossians 1:13, 1 Peter 3:18-19) and the comforting assurance that "If God is for us, who can be against us?" (Romans 8:31). "Chasing Rebels" stands as a bold declaration of God’s relentless love, a testament to His willingness to seek out and save the lost, transforming every "messy canvas" into a masterpiece of His mercy.