“So the men took some of their provisions, but did not ask counsel from the Lord. And Joshua made peace with them and made a covenant with them, to let them live, and the leaders of the congregation swore to them.”
- God’s people thought they were being careful. They were deceived by a group of people who appeared to be something that they were not. From everything the people could tell, the Gibeonites were not a threat. Joshua was deceived by the appearance and actions of the men. He made a major decision based on false information. His major mistake was that he did not seek counsel from the Lord. If you truly are following the Lord, you will let Him lead. God is available. Test everything, regardless of how innocent it seems, with prayer and His Word. Assurance and peace are always better than sorrow and regret.