What is Joel prepared to give up for the cause in The Bronze Bow by Elizabeth George Speare?

In *The Bronze Bow* by Elizabeth George Speare, Joel must endure many struggles to resist the oppressive Romans and help his countrymen. He is initially prepared to give up his love for Deborah and his personal safety to join the resistance and become a spy for his people. Later on, he even risks his own life by attempting to rescue his brother, Caleb, from a Roman prison, an action that nearly ends with his capture and execution.