A little compromise goes a long way. Achan witnessed the amazing destruction of Jericho. Rather than worship God for his stunning victory, Achan wrongly believed that God was not enough to satisfy him. He lusted after what God had forbidden and cursed. For a handful of money and a robe, Achan not only lost his life, but also brought judgment on his entire family and the nation. Think of it: one man’s fall into temptation impacted an entire nation. “Israel has sinned; they have violated my covenant, which I commanded them to keep. They have taken some of the devoted things; they have stolen, they have lied, they have put them with their own possessions. That is why the Israelites cannot stand against their enemies” (7:11-12). When I sin, I am not the only one who suffers; everyone I love and everyone I relate to is negatively impacted. My compromise limits God’s protection and provision; my sin hastens spiritual failure. Whatever is pulling you away from God – it is not worth the price you will pay. Confess your sin and return to the Lord.

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