I, too, am Jacob

I was "people pleaser"
as well as "deceiver"
You called me "rebel"
and You made me loved.

Earnestly honest
by Grace-- yet still selfish
You sanctify slowly
my stubborn heart.

Gently You lead me.
Goodness knows me
and forbears not to break
my will to His own.

I was bound for destruction
Now Israel* construction
Greatly you've Blessed me
for that is Your name.

*Israel: he who struggles with God