Achan died a long time ago. In another sense, he has not died. He speaks from the grave about matters of great relevance. Achan was guilty of holding one of the trademark beliefs of our age, namely, that personal happiness and fulfilment should override every other consideration. This mentality has devastating ramifications for society in general, but it is particularly damaging when it crops up in the church. After all, the people of God are in a situation not unlike the one