What does the Bible teach about the nature of man’s rebellion against God?

Scripture portrays humanity's natural state as one of rebellion against God, evidenced by passages such as Ezekiel 20:38. It emphasizes that apart from God's intervention, individuals will always choose to follow their sinful inclinations, making excuses to refrain from coming to Him, as illustrated in the parable of the great supper found in Luke 14. This inherent rebellion shows the need for divine grace that compels and draws sinners to Christ. The reality that God must act to overcome our obstinacy is crucial in understanding our salvation; we are fully dependent on His grace to turn our hearts toward Him and to acknowledge our need for redemption.