Reply #3: According to Scripture

[Coyote_Bandit]

Abraham repeatedly lied about his relationship to Sarah. Sarah was his half-sister and his wife. He repeatedly described her as his sister - even when it was apparent that someone else wanted to take her as their wife. And, of course, those people were pissed off at his deceit. Yet Scripture describes Abraham as a great man of faith.

IMHO, you need look no further than the Bible itself for confirmation that faith takes precedence over honesty and truth telling - and recognition of present realities.