God Over Exhaustion
Having made a peace treaty with Gibeon, Joshua is now called upon by them to fight their battles against 5 kings coming to attack them. This whole event is the result of a foolish decision to make a covenant with a people who misled God's people and now the chickens have come home to roost. It is one of the most common experiences of those who fail to heed God: exhaustion. I can think of many of God's best men who were totally wiped out while trying to do things in their own efforts without talking to Him first. Consider Elijah who runs from Jezebel's threat. His words to the Lord are telling. He feels all alone and is upset with the results of his efforts. God says He has 7000 reserved and there are many more prophets lined up to do the work of God for God's people. Elijah became exhausted because Elijah failed to turn to God. Through this war, Israel's strength is greatly tested. Joshua 10:9–10 (ESV) So Joshua came upon them suddenly, having marched up all ni...