Self- Preservation - Joshua 2

Rahab knew that war was imminent and that Jericho would lose. They were already afraid of the Israelites, having heard of the things God had done for them since departure from Egypt. They had no desire or strength to fight and they were sure they would lose. The instinct of self-preservation almost always overrides loyalty to an ideal or a cause. She gave Jericho away, and in turn spared herself and her family. It was a helpless situation, really. Even if she gave the Israelites up to the authorities of the city, they would still eventually lose. So she made the most of a bad situation and ended up safe, and is also mentioned in the lineage of Jesus the Christ. Sometimes, it is useful to look out for oneself. Sometimes, as selfish as this may sound, one needs to abandon the ship if it looks likely to sink and take you along with it to the depths. When the situation is beyond repair, get to high ground. Secure yourself, God still has use for you.