Keeping your promise even when it hurts
Read Joshua 9-12
A quick note today... the nation did not pray about the Gibeonites. They showed up in Halloween costumes and carrying moldy bread and they pulled a fast one on Joshua and the leaders. Some times leaders make big mistakes. The mistake Joshua made was not praying. Verse 14 says, “they sampled their provisions but did not inquire of the Lord.” Big slip-up ... pray about everything.
Three days later they arrive in the hood of the Gibeonites. Now what? The Gibeonites deceived the Israelites. That is true but giving your word is a powerful commitment. It is so powerful that the Israelites did not touch them.
Sometimes keeping your word costs you dearly but it is worth every penny. Be a person of your word. Let your “Yes” mean “Yes” and your “No” mean “No.” Be a truth teller.
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