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The story explores the story of the Gibeonites deceiving Joshua, leader of the Israelites. The Gibeonites, masters of deception, tricked Joshua into making a peace treaty, leading to the Israelites breaking their covenant with God. Through this story, the author reflects on our own tendencies to rely on our understanding rather than seeking God's guidance in all situations, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging God in even the simplest and seemingly straightforward matters. Comparable works include Devotional/commentary The book of Joshua, Old Testament