Whose sin caused the defeat at Ai?

Whose sin caused the defeat at Ai?

• A. Achan's
• B. Moses's
• C. Joshua's
• D. Rahab's

Answer: (A)

Disobedience in God’s people affects the whole camp because God is holy and He requires obedience. After a miraculous victory at Jericho, God commanded that the devoted things from Jericho belong to Him and that nothing be kept for personal gain. Achan secretly took a robe and valuable items, hiding them in his tent. This act of personal sin brought God’s anger on all Israel, so when they faced Ai they were defeated. Joshua and the leaders sought the Lord, and the offender was identified by casting lots. Achan confessed, and he and his family were punished. Once that sin was dealt with, Israel could advance and win the subsequent battle at Ai. The lesson is clear: one person’s disobedience can hinder God’s help for the whole community, and obedience brings God’s blessing back.

Disobedience in God’s people affects the whole camp because God is holy and He requires obedience. After a miraculous victory at Jericho, God commanded that the devoted things from Jericho belong to Him and that nothing be kept for personal gain. Achan secretly took a robe and valuable items, hiding them in his tent. This act of personal sin brought God’s anger on all Israel, so when they faced Ai they were defeated. Joshua and the leaders sought the Lord, and the offender was identified by casting lots. Achan confessed, and he and his family were punished. Once that sin was dealt with, Israel could advance and win the subsequent battle at Ai. The lesson is clear: one person’s disobedience can hinder God’s help for the whole community, and obedience brings God’s blessing back.