Life is made up of things that were, things that are and things that might have been. We find all three in Psalm 81.

First, we find the things that were (vv.1-10). The Psalmist talks about the God of Jacob, and he reflects on and rejoices in the past. But the things that were did not last long, because the people rebelled against the Lord.

Next, we see the things that are (vv.11-12). The things that were brought rejoicing; the things that are spoke of rebellion. The people of God rebelled against Him. They wouldn’t listen to Him, or obey His Word. So they lost all that He had for them.

Finally, we see the things that might have been (vv.13-16). What might have been? Victory, satisfaction, joy, the finest wheat and honey out of the rock. Don’t rebel against God and thus miss the blessings He wants to give you.

Dwelling on the past failures only turns life into regret. If you have failed the Lord, come back to Him and pray for forgiveness. Dedicate yourself to Him and start experiencing those things that might have been. God has the Best plan for you.