Jos 22:18 | MHM | STEP | v. 18 : The leaders said that if these tribes turned away from God, it could bring judgment on the whole nation, just as Achan’s sin had earlier (Joshua 7:1; v. 18 ). Everyone in the community is affected by the actions of individuals, so it is right to confront sin to protect everyone (Leviticus 19:17 ).

‏ Joshua 22:18

v. 18: The leaders said that if these tribes turned away from God, it could bring judgment on the whole nation, just as Achan’s sin had earlier (Joshua 7:1; v.18 ^a). Everyone in the community is affected by the actions of individuals, so it is right to confront sin to protect everyone (Leviticus 19:17 ^b).