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News of Israel’s victories spreads, and the people of Gibeon hatch a sneaky plan: they dress in worn-out clothes, carry crumbly bread, and pretend to be from far away so Joshua will make peace with them. The leaders look at the evidence, taste the bread—and forget to pray. Three days later, they discover the truth. Because they had promised safety, Israel keeps its word, and the Gibeonites become woodcutters and water carriers for God’s house. This story teaches discernment, the importance of asking God for guidance, and why keeping our promises matters. 

Talk about it:

• Why did the Gibeonites pretend to be from a faraway country?
• What important step did Joshua and the leaders forget?
• Why did Israel keep its promise even after learning the truth?
• What jobs did the Gibeonites do afterward, and what can we learn from that?

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