HAVE YOU EVER BEEN TO SHINAR?

It's a place you won't find on a modern map, but the Bible shows us it's a spiritual state we can all find ourselves in.

In Scripture, Shinar represents a place of human shame, pride, and rebellion.

• Shame: It was founded by Nimrod, a descendant of Noah's cursed son, Ham (Genesis 10:10).

• Pride: It was the plain where humanity built the Tower of Babel to make a name for themselves (Genesis 11:2).

• Hostility: Its king was among those who took Lot hostage (Genesis 14:1).

• Temptation: The "beautiful robe from Shinar" led to Achan's sin and Israel's defeat (Joshua 7:21 ESV).

The question isn't about geography, but a check for our hearts.