As we come to the end of the book of Joshua, Joshua asks the people how long they are going to wait before they settle into the new territory. He chides them to take the land, build it up and get busy living.

We talk about the cities of refuge, the cities for the priests and Joshua meeting the complaint of the men of Ephraim who say they don't have enough land. If you don't, then go and take some more!

Our takeaways include:
1. Making a house of worship a priority. When you move to a new area, go to college or are just doing life, make having a place of worship a priority. Seek a church that teaches the Word in its truth and purity; a place where your gifts will be used, and where there is a focus to reach the unchurched.

2. Get busy living: Stop somedaying! Do what needs to be done. Fix and clean the house, garage, yard; get the will made; travel while you can; be about the Father's business because right now is when you are alive and right now is when you have the opportunity.

3. Ask God to have the same mercy and compassion that he has. He sees the big picture. He knows your heart. He sees and knows your weaknesses and fears and he's already taken them into account.

4. Thank God for godly leaders and the people who share their faith, mentor you, walk with us.

Blessing: Go and do whatever God puts on your heart with all the energy he provides. Make worship a priority and ask for a heart of compassion to bless the people God brings your way.