The answer is: Isaac

Gen 26:6-7 - Abraham did exactly the same thing in Gerar, but God hadn't told him to remain in Gerar as he did with Isaac.

In the midst of their journeys, both Isaac and Abraham found themselves in the same tricky situation, highlighting recurring themes of fear and survival found throughout the Bible. Genesis 26 shows Isaac, under God's command to settle in Gerar, falling back on a ruse similar to that of his father. When questioned by the local men, Isaac tells them that Rebekah is his sister instead of his wife. This decision reflects an instinct ingrained in them both: they wanted to protect themselves from potential harm.

Here’s an odd twist—Abraham had already gone through the same song and dance in Gerar generations earlier! It’s almost as if generations were repeating patterns, showcasing not just human weaknesses but also the weariness of navigating divinely guided choices. Can vowing honesty be complicated when one worries about life's threats?

Did you know that while both Isaac and Abraham fearfully pretended their wives were sisters, God was abundantly clear in instructing them to find refuge in Him instead of lies? It was, quite frankly, God’s protection that underscored the whole scenario—that kept them safe amid uncertainty. Furthermore, God's intervention spared both from the consequences of their deceptive paths, ultimately leading back to the importance of integrity.

Biblical stories often bring forth profound lessons, and in grappling with modern-life dilemmas, it serves as a poignant reminder that courage often intertwines with truth, even in dire circumstances.