Hidden in the Old Testament
This man disobeyed God by taking forbidden treasure from Jericho and hiding it under his tent.
Who is Achan?
Joshua 7:1–26
This happens when we try to hide sin instead of confessing it — as shown in Psalm 32:3.
What is spiritual heaviness or loss of peace?
Psalm 32:3–5
This disciple denied Jesus three times before confessing and being restored.
Who is Peter?
Luke 22:54–62; John 21:15–17
Ellen White wrote that Achan’s story teaches no one can sin without this happening.
What is involving others?
Joshua 7:11–12
Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 497
After Achan hid the forbidden treasure, this happened to Israel in their next battle.
What is they were defeated at Ai?
Joshua 7:4–5
This woman hid her father’s idols in her camel’s saddle.
Who is Rachel?
Genesis 31:19, 34–35
According to Proverbs 28:13, what happens to the one who conceals sin?
What is “He will not prosper”?
Proverbs 28:13
This couple lied about the price of land and died for lying to the Holy Spirit.
Who are Ananias and Sapphira?
Acts 5:1–11
She said the sin that brought ruin to Achan’s time is the same in this time.
What is today (modern times)?
Joshua 7:11–26
Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 497
David’s hidden sin with Bathsheba caused this in his soul before he confessed.
What is guilt, sorrow, and spiritual anguish?
2 Samuel 11:1–12:13; Psalm 32
This prophet ran away from God’s command and caused a storm at sea.
Who is Jonah?
Jonah 1:1–17
This phrase means private sin always affects others — illustrated by Achan’s story.
What is “What we hide in our tents affects the whole camp”?
Joshua 7:11–12
This servant tried to buy the power of the Holy Spirit with money.
Who is Simon the Sorcerer?
Acts 8:9–24
According to Patriarchs and Prophets, victory in the Christian life comes not by talent or education but by this.
What is prayer and faith in God’s power?
2 Chronicles 32:20
Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 203
Cain tried to hide his murder of Abel. As a result, God placed this on him.
What is a curse and mark of protection?
Genesis 4:9–15
This king spared the Amalekite king and blamed the people for his own disobedience.
Who is Saul?
1 Samuel 15:1–23
God exposes sin not to destroy us, but to bring this.
What is restoration or repentance?
Luke 8:17; 1 John 1:9
This apostle rebuked the Corinthian church for tolerating sin in their midst.
Who is Paul?
1 Corinthians 5:1–6
Ellen White warns that God’s presence cannot abide where this is cherished.
What is willful sin?
Joshua 7:11–12; 1 Corinthians 5:6
Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 497
When Ananias and Sapphira lied about their gift, this was the result.
What is they fell dead?
Acts 5:1–11
This judge lost his strength after playing with temptation and breaking his Nazarite vow.
Who is Samson?
Judges 16:4–20
This fruit of the Spirit is destroyed first when we hide sin.
What is peace (or joy)?
Galatians 5:22–23
Jesus told this lukewarm church to buy gold refined by fire and repent.
What is the church of Laodicea?
Revelation 3:14–22
Her writings describe David’s repentance as this kind of sorrow.
What is deep and sincere, without excuses?
2 Samuel 12:13; Psalm 51
Patriarchs and Prophets, p. 725
This prophet confronted David, leading him to confess and receive restoration.
Who is Nathan?
2 Samuel 12:1–13