Arthur gave only one short reply which I have never forgotten. Well brother, when a man gets into pride, God lifts His grace and he falls into the first hole he comes to. But, time and again I have seen that same scenario take place. The devil loves to lift a Christian up, but it is in order to let him fall. God loves us to keep ourselves low in order that He may lift us up.
Rebellion is a result of pride.
Pride allows us to think we know better and make decisions of our own choosing. I was told this week of some Pastors in California who were about to enter a questionable society. They were warned about it but they were so flattered by the attention given them that they were unable to see that facts. They felt they had been selected or chosen by some other men and it appealed to human nature. Although it often can be seen on us, God is not going to share the glory, lets take the snake out of the river and keep the river pure, it will surely increase if we do.