According to Joshua, you can forsake God’s wisdom when…

1. There is overwhelming evidence (4-5, 12-13).
2. There is a compelling story (9-10).
3. There is a spiritual testimony (9-11).

But when can you break your word?

1. When you're willing to face God’s discipline (20; 2 Samuel 21:1-2).
2. When you're okay with dishonoring Yahweh (18-19).