In the final chapters of Joshua, we see the importance of being informed and being held accountable. Some of the Israelites had a quick reaction to what appeared to be idol worship by several tribes that could have easily resulted in a war had they not slowed down and confronted their neighbor. Division and death could have plagued the land, but instead the tense situation was resolved when some leaders stepped in. God created us to be in community and to be united, not divided. The body of Christ is united by the blood of Christ and dissension can cause detrimental consequences. Jesus modeled how to be a true friend by laying His life down for us and He calls us to do the same for each other. We all need others to help hold us accountable in our walk with Christ.