Overcoming Covetousness and Living in God's Commandments

Published on YouTube: May 30, 2025 Ps. Ratna Maitra Joshua 7:21

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TODAY’S SCRIPTUREJoshua 7:21

In this message, Ps. Ratna Maitra reflects on Joshua 7:21, which recounts Achan's confession of coveting and hiding forbidden spoils from Jericho. She contrasts the miraculous victory at

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Remember the truth

In this message, Ps. Ratna Maitra reflects on Joshua 7:21, which recounts Achan's confession of coveting and hiding forbidden spoils from Jericho. She contrasts the miraculous victory at

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Return to Scripture

Read Joshua 7:21 slowly in your preferred Bible translation and in its surrounding context.

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Reflect honestly

Are there hidden desires or covetous thoughts in your heart that are preventing you from experiencing spiritual victory?

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Live it faithfully

Examine your heart daily for hidden covetousness or unhealthy desires, and rely on prayer and God's promises in Matthew 6:33 to trust Him for your daily needs.

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Scripture for This DBM

Joshua 7:21

Additional references: Exodus 20:17, Matthew 6:33, Matthew 7:7, 1 John 2:15-17

Message in Brief

In this message, Ps. Ratna Maitra reflects on Joshua 7:21, which recounts Achan's confession of coveting and hiding forbidden spoils from Jericho. She contrasts the miraculous victory at Jericho in Joshua 6 with Israel's subsequent defeat in Joshua 7 due to hidden sin and covetousness. Referencing the Tenth Commandment in Exodus 20:17, she explains that unbridled desire and coveting bring harm and curses rather than blessings. The speaker encourages believers to guard their hearts against wicked thoughts, secret sins, and covetousness, reminding them of Matthew 6:33 and Matthew 7:7—that God will faithfully provide for all our needs when we seek His kingdom and pray faithfully.

Key Truths

  • Achan's hidden covetousness led to defeat for the whole community after the great victory at Jericho.
  • Coveting what belongs to others violates God's commandment and brings spiritual harm.
  • Believers should seek God's kingdom first rather than pursuing worldly or forbidden desires.

Apply It Today

Examine your heart daily for hidden covetousness or unhealthy desires, and rely on prayer and God's promises in Matthew 6:33 to trust Him for your daily needs.

Reflect

Are there hidden desires or covetous thoughts in your heart that are preventing you from experiencing spiritual victory?

Prayer

Lord, cleanse our hearts from all secret sin, covetousness, and evil thoughts through Your precious blood. Teach us to seek Your kingdom first and trust You to supply all our needs. Amen.

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