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# Artos Academy

Enriching and equipping the global church

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## Posts

- [Blog](https://learn.artosacademy.org/blog/) - Discover a vast collection of blog posts on various Artos Academy resources. Stay informed and explore engaging content. See now!
- [A Reminder about Artos Course Access](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/10/a-reminder-about-artos-course-access/) - We hope you’ve had a chance to explore Artos Academy’s new learning platform, Pathwright.
- [A New Journey for Artos Academy Is Coming Soon! ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/08/a-new-journey-for-artos-academy-is-coming-soon/) - We're excited to share that Artos Academy will be moving to a new learning platform on October 6, 2026.
- [Changes to Free Artos Academy Accounts ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/08/changes-to-free-artos-academy-accounts/) - As we prepare to launch a new Artos learning platform on October 6, 2026, there is an important change that specifically affects free Artos Academy accounts. Beginning October 6, 2026, our selection of free courses will be reduced and our free user accounts will be discontinued. What’s Changing As part of this transition, Artos is retiring free account access to focus resources on strengthening the learning experience within
- [Important Update About Bible Journey Courses ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/08/important-update-about-bible-journey-courses/) - Beginning September 1, 2026, Bible Journey courses will no longer be available through Artos Academy.
- [New Course on World Religions: Understanding What Others Believe](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/04/new-course-on-world-religions-understanding-what-others-believe/) - Our new course, World Religions, taught by Dr. Girma Bekele, is designed to help Christians navigate those conversations with both understanding and confidence.
- [Preparing for Easter: A Free Course for Holy Week Reflection](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/03/preparing-for-easter-a-free-course-for-holy-week-reflection/) - Artos Academy and Bible Journey offer Passion of Christ as a free course, designed to help learners engage Scripture thoughtfully and grow in their understanding of Easter’s true meaning.
- [New Courses Designed to Build Faith and Encourage Others](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/02/new-courses-designed-to-build-faith-and-encourage-others/) - Artos Academy is offering two new courses to help you deepen your understanding of core Christian beliefs and share biblical truth with confidence and care.
- [Deepen Your Walk Through Scripture](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/02/deepen-your-walk-through-scripture/) - You’ve read the Bible. You know the stories. But have you ever wondered how it all fits together—or how God’s Word might speak more deeply into your daily life today? Bible Journey invites you beyond surface reading into a richer encounter with Scripture—from Genesis to Revelation—so you can trace God’s redemptive story and grow in faith. This
- [New Year, New Journey](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2026/01/new-year-new-journey/) - Are you looking for a program that will deepen your faith and equip you to minister to others?
- [Reaching the World for Christ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/12/reaching-the-world-for-christ/) - Artos Academy is enriching and equipping Christians all around the world through our online courses and programs.
- [Free Courses Are Now Unrestricted!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/11/free-courses-are-now-unrestricted/) - We’re delighted to let you know that all learning activities in our free courses are now fully accessible for free users!
- [Pastor Appreciation Month!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/10/pastor-appreciation-month/) - October is Pastor Appreciation Month and Artos Academy offers valuable resources for pastors and ministry leaders!
- [New Discipleship Course!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/09/new-discipleship-course/) - Artos Academy is excited to announce the launch of its newest course, Becoming a Healthy Disciple.
- [New Course on Soul Care!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/09/new-course-on-soul-care/) - In conjunction with the Thriving Black Church Initiative, Artos Academy is pleased to announce the release of our newest course, Soul Care for Ministry Leaders.
- [Why Is Soul Care Important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/09/why-is-soul-care-important/) - Ministry leaders focus on caring for the souls of others, but how well are you caring for your own soul?
- [Conversation with Brandon Cleaver](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/08/conversation-with-brandon-cleaver/) - We have just released the new conversation video in which you can hear Brandon Cleaver talk about his passion for the topic of Christian unity.
- [New Course on Christian Peacemaking](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/08/new-course-on-christian-peacemaking/) - What can you do to promote peace within the Body of Christ?
- [UNEXPECTED HOPE: How Christmas Brought Joy To The World](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/12/unexpected-hope-how-christmas-brought-joy-to-the-world/) - The years 2020–2022 were the most difficult season of ministry I have endured. I experienced doubt over every significant decision, disappointment and heartbreak over lost relationships.
- [What’s Your Family Like?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/09/whats-your-family-like/) - Depending on how you grew up or how your kids have grown up, you may be eager or reluctant to answer that question.
- [New Payment Option!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/07/new-payment-option/) - We are excited to announce a new way to access our courses and learning paths: pay-as-you-go!
- [Planning Your Ministry Sabbatical](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/07/planning-your-ministry-sabbatical/) - Ministry is a rewarding but demanding calling that requires periodic rest and renewal.
- [ODBU is becoming Artos Academy!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/06/odbu-is-becoming-artos-academy/) - We are excited to announce that Our Daily Bread University is changing our name to Artos Academy at Our Daily Bread Ministries beginning in July!
- [Artos Acamdey Partners with Redemption Seminary](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/12/odbu-partners-with-redemption-seminary/) - Are you interested in pursuing a seminary degree?
- [Why Do Pastors Need a Sabbatical?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/07/why-do-pastors-need-a-sabbatical/) - Are you a pastor in need of rest and renewal? Is your pastor in need of a sabbatical?
- [Are You a Veteran?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/are-you-a-veteran/) - During the month of November, we would like to thank veterans everywhere for their help in keeping peace. If you have served in the military in any country . .
- [Resources for Lent](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/03/95533541/) - As we begin the season of Lent, ODBU has resources that can deepen your understanding of Easter and enrich your devotional practice.
- [The Importance of Shepherd Leadership](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/05/the-importance-of-shepherd-leadership/) - What does it take to be an effective shepherd leader?
- [Thank you for helping us grow this year!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/12/thank-you-for-helping-us-grow-this-year/)
- [ODBU Focus on Mental Health](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/05/odbu-focus-on-mental-health/) - Our Daily Bread University provides helpful online courses that shed light on how mental health issues impact the global Church and its people.
- [Change in ODBU Free Courses](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/09/change-in-odbu-free-courses/) - Are you enjoying the free courses on ODBU?
- [New Option for Free Users](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/01/new-option-for-free-users/) - Those who want to access ODBU’s courses without a subscription now have the option to register for a free account!
- [New Resources in the Learning Library](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/04/new-resources-in-the-learning-library/) - ODBU is always expanding the content in our Learning Library.
- [Celebrating God’s Creation!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/04/celebrating-gods-creation/) - Here are some resources from Our Daily Bread Ministries that you can use to reflect on our Creator and His creation.
- [Celebrating Women in the Bible](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/03/celebrating-women-in-the-bible/) - To celebrate Women’s History Month, take some time to reflect on the powerful stories of women in the Bible.
- [New Path Finder Tool!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/03/new-path-finder-tool/) - Not sure where to begin your learning journey with ODBU? Try our new Path Finder tool!
- [Lands of the Bible](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/01/lands-of-the-bible/) - How does geography impact the stories, characters, and meaning of the Bible?
- [Honoring Black History Month](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2025/02/honoring-black-history-month/) - In honor of National Black History Month, ODBU is proud to highlight these amazing Black voices and perspectives among our course lecturers.
- [“Put the land underneath your feet”: A Conversation about Biblical Geography](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/02/put-the-land-underneath-your-feet-a-conversation-about-biblical-geography/) - Have you ever wanted to go to the Holy Land and feel the sacred land under your feet?
- [Earning a Completion Award: Leadership Basics](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/12/earning-a-completion-award-leadership-basics/) - If you're taking the new Leadership Basics course, you'll notice something new. When you get to the Course Completion section, you'll see this: To fully complete the course and receive the Completion Award, this is actually a necessary part. So, we wanted to walk you through how to create your document into a PDF to
- [New Class: The Testing of Your Faith](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/05/new-class-the-testing-of-your-faith/) - When bad things happen, where is God? When you’re struggling, what is He thinking about? With so much suffering all around the world, is God really in control?
- [Did you know?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/10/did-you-know/) - ACSI has partnered with Our Daily Bread University to offer their teachers Continuing Education Units (CEUs) in Bible and Christian Philosophy of Education.
- [New Conversation Video!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/12/new-conversation-video/) - Why is soul care so important? What can you learn from the spiritual practices of African American legends and icons?
- [Advent Resources from Bible Journey](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/12/advent-resources-from-bible-journey/) - Looking for study resources for Advent? Want to deepen your understanding of Jesus’ birth in the larger story of the Bible?
- [Reading the Bible as God’s Story](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/11/reading-the-bible-as-gods-story/) - Are you an effective reader of the Bible? Do you see your story as part of God’s story?
- [New Course: Cultural World of the New Testament](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/11/new-course-cultural-world-of-the-new-testament/) - Are you looking for a way to deepen your understanding of the New Testament?
- [ODBU Is Transforming Global Ministry!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/10/odbu-is-transforming-global-ministry/) - Did you know that while Christianity is growing rapidly in regions like Africa, Latin America, and Asia, 95% of global pastors and leaders lack any formal theological training?
- [Unlocking New Testament Culture](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/11/unlocking-new-testament-culture/) - Are you looking for a way to deepen your understanding of New Testament culture?
- [New Learning Resources from ODBU!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/09/new-learning-resources-from-odbu/) - Are you looking for short resources to enrich your spiritual journey or to use in your study group?
- [Video Lectures Now Available for Global Church History](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/10/video-lectures-now-available-for-global-church-history/) - We are excited to announce that the video lectures are now available for Foundations of Global Church History!
- [Follow a New Learning Path!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/10/follow-a-new-learning-path/) - ODBU has expanded the number of Learning Paths we offer to help you select from our extensive course catalog!
- [Enjoy the Benefit of a Learning Community!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/10/enjoy-the-benefit-of-a-learning-community/) - Last week we told you that we have added new Learning Paths to help you select from our extensive course library. Today we are excited to tell you that we have started a new Learning Group called the ODBU Community.
- [A New Look for ODBU!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/08/a-new-look-for-odbu/) - We are pleased to announce that Our Daily Bread University’s home page has been updated with a new look and helpful features!
- [Announcing Course Changes](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/07/announcing-course-changes/) - We have made some changes to the Leadership Basics course!
- [Announcing a Change to ODBU Course Levels](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/07/announcing-a-change-to-odbu-course-levels/) - Have you noticed a change in ODBU’s course levels on the “All Courses" page?
- [New Learning Path: General Epistles and Revelation](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/08/new-learning-path-general-epistles-and-revelation/) - We are excited to announce the launch of the last Learning Path for Bible Journey: General Epistles and Revelation!
- [Study and Grow Together!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/09/study-and-grow-together/) - Are you looking for a group study for your small group, Bible study, or congregation?
- [New Bible Journey Certificate Program](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/09/new-bible-journey-certificate-program/) - ODBU is pleased to offer the self-directed Bible Journey Certificate program!
- [What Does Scripture Teach Us about Leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/08/what-does-scripture-teach-us-about-leadership/) - Did you know that the Bible is rich in leadership principles and lessons that can be applied today?
- [Join the Conversation](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/05/join-the-conversation/) - If you could have a conversation with an instructor, who would it be? We’ve had the same desire, so have sat down to talk with authors and teachers such as, James Banks, Angie Ward, and Larry Crabb (1944-2021). We’ve asked the hard questions that maybe you’d wish to ask too. These conversations invite you to
- [Congratulations Certificate Completers!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/07/congratulations-certificate-completers/) - ODBU is proud to announce that seven individuals have completed our new Foundations of Biblical Ministry Certificate program!
- [Journey with the Prophets ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/07/journey-with-the-prophets/) - Are you intimidated by the books of the prophets in the Old Testament?
- [New Conversation on Global Church History!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/07/new-conversation-on-global-church-history/) - Are you curious about how God works to bring about his Kingdom through such a diverse, global church? What aspects of church history do many Protestants miss, or ignore?
- [A Word of Thanks for ODBU’s Founder, Evan Morgan](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/06/a-word-of-thanks-for-odbus-founder-evan-morgan/) - In 1994 Evan Morgan felt a holy discontent. As the CFO of a leading seminary, he saw the crippling debt that seminary students carried in order to study God’s Word and prepare for ministry. Evan recognized the opportunity to use technology as a solution.
- [Commemorating Juneteenth](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/06/commemorating-juneteenth/) - Our Daily Bread Ministries honors the federal holiday of Juneteenth and our offices will be closed tomorrow, June 19th.
- [New Course on Global Church History!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/06/new-course-on-global-church-history/) - Are you curious about how God works to bring about his Kingdom through such a diverse, global church?
- [Conversation on Issues Impacting the Global Church](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/06/conversation-on-issues-impacting-the-global-church/) - What issues are impacting the spread of the gospel globally?
- [Journey through Acts and Paul’s Letters](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/05/journey-through-acts-and-pauls-letters/) - Are you hungry to go deeper into the theological and practical teachings of the early church?
- [Deepen Your Prayer Life!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/05/deepen-your-prayer-life/) - Is prayer something you have to do, or get to do?
- [Prepare for Pentecost](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/05/prepare-for-pentecost/) - What did Pentecost mean to those gathered together in Jerusalem who received the Holy Spirit?
- [The Good Shepherd: Enriching Resources for Study and Reflection](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/05/the-good-shepherd-enriching-resources-for-study-and-reflection/) - “The Lord is my shepherd…” is a familiar and comforting verse from one of the most popular psalms. But what does it mean to call God our Shepherd?
- [Mother’s Day Study: Women of the New Testament](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/05/mothers-day-study-women-of-the-new-testament/) - As Mother’s Day approaches this is a good time to focus on the role of courageous women in the Bible who are portraits of faith and perseverance.
- [New Course: Money and Marriage God’s Way](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/04/new-course-money-and-marriage-gods-way/) - How we handle money is important to God and crucial to a healthy marriage!
- [Learning to Listen: A New Conversation Video on Contemplative Practice](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/04/learning-to-listen-a-new-conversation-video-on-contemplative-practice/) - How can we do more by slowing down?
- [NEW—Our Daily Bread University App!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/03/new-our-daily-bread-university-app/) - You’re busy! Yet you still care about digging deeper into God’s Word.
- [New Learning Path: History and Poetry](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/04/new-learning-path-history-and-poetry/) - Have you ever wondered what happened to the Israelites after they entered the Promised Land? Did they keep their covenant with God? Follow their journey from conquest to kingship in the new Bible Journey Learning Path History and Poetry. Through immersive videos of the Holy Land and in-depth teaching these courses will answer questions such Have you ever wondered what happened to the Israelites after they entered the Promised Land? Did they keep their covenant with God?
- [The Bible in Context: A New Conversations Video](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/03/the-bible-in-context-a-new-conversation-video/) - Did God adapt His language in the Bible to fit different contexts? How can we discern what is timeless biblical truth and what is interpretation through the lens of culture? In this fascinating new Conversations video, Dr. Jerry Hwang and Dr. Tim Laniak explore the relationship between faith and culture. They explain the role culture
- [Maintaining Good Mental Health](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/03/maintaining-good-mental-health/) - How you can live well while overcoming mental health challenges with Christ's help.
- [“Shepherds after My Own Heart”: New Course on Shepherd Leadership](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/03/shepherds-after-my-own-heart-new-course-on-shepherd-leadership/) - What does it take to be a shepherd after God’s own heart?
- [Journey through the Gospels](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/02/journey-through-the-gospels/) - Prepare your heart for Easter by starting our new Bible Journey Learning Path, The Gospels!
- [Spiritual Warfare from a Global Perspective](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/02/spiritual-warfare-from-a-global-perspective/) - Are you curious about what the Bible has to say about the activity of Satan in our world?
- [Journey through the Pentateuch ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/02/journey-through-the-pentateuch/) - Walk in the shoes of Abraham, Jacob, and Moses through immersive videos that will transport you to the Holy Land and bring biblical stories to life.
- [Save This Course For Later](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/save-this-class-for-later/) - If you sign up for all of them, they clutter your homepage. If you don’t, you may forget the title or where you found it. You wanted a “save this class” option. So ?. . .
- [NEW COURSE: Give, Save, and Spend: Financial Discipleship Study](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/new-class-give-save-and-spend-financial-discipleship-study/) - It’s that time of year! Expenses are climbing (especially with holiday shopping!), but not our income. Give, Save, Spend: Financial Discipleship Study from Compass - Finances God’s Way will help you navigate financial minefields. With all the tools in front of you, this course can teach you the ways to personal success and investing in
- [New Course: Leadership Basics](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/new-class-leadership-basics/) - You may have heard it said that anyone with influence is a leader. That means you! In his new class, Leadership Basics, Dr. Cooper helps you determine . . . .
- [Doubting Our Doubts | Discover the Word](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/01/doubting-our-doubts-discover-the-word/) - What doubts do you struggle with? Do you ever wonder if having doubts makes you unspiritual? What does God think about our doubts?
- [Financial New Year’s Resolutions](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/01/financial-new-years-resolutions/) - If you’re like most of us . . . getting your finances in order may seem like an elusive dream. How can I give generously when I live from paycheck to paycheck? How can I save for the future when I don’t have enough for today? With rising costs, when will I ever have enough
- [Top 10 Countries Accessing ODBU (Is yours listed?)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/01/top-10-countries-accessing-odbu-is-yours-listed/) - Is your country in the top 10?
- [Free Resources for You!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/01/free-resources-for-you/) - Have you checked out the free downloads available in our resource library? Download free resources
- [Interpersonal Communications and Conflict Management](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2024/01/interpersonal-communications-and-conflict-management/) - The difference between a strong leader and a lifetime follower may not only be overt ability, keen intelligence, or even drive. The secret may lie . . .
- [A New Bible Journey](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/a-new-bible-journey/) - Thanks to a new partnership with Bible Journey, we have 45 NEW classes coming your way!
- [Only Until December 13th!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/only-until-december-13th/) - Give a Gift, Get a Gift It’s nearly Christmas. But you forgot something! A subscription to Artos Academy. Give the gift of learning and going deeper into Scripture. Right now, you can buy a gift certificate for a friend or family member AND receive a credit for $9.95 on your own account. How does it
- [GOING, GOING, GONE](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/going-going-gone/) - You’ve just taken a quiz. You passed but maybe the results are not as pleasing as you’d hoped. What should you do? Don’t click the “next” button! We recommend you click the “View Questions” button and take a few minutes to review the questions you missed in the quiz before moving on. Feel free to
- [Bethlehem: Birthplace of Salvation](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/12/bethlehem-birthplace-of-salvation/) - Our journey begins where it should, at Bethlehem with the birth of Jesus. It’s an excellent place for us to see how history layers on one place on the land
- [Christmas Changes Everything, Week 2](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/12/christmas-changes-everything-week-2/) - Join Discover the Word as they look at the other half of this discussion about how Christmas changes everything.
- [Christmas Changes Everything, Week 1](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/12/christmas-changes-everything-week-1/) - What would it take for you to be changed this Christmas? Did Mary, Joseph, and others involved in the Christmas story expect their lives to be revolutionized that season? Join the Discover the Word group as they explore how that first Christmas changed everything for these people. And, how you too might be changed by
- [Preparing Your Heart For The Savior](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/preparing-your-heart-for-the-savior/) - The Wonder of Christmas will give you 25 days of humor, songs, and meditations to set your heart back where it belongs—on our Savior.
- [Testing Your Faith](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/11/testing-your-faith/) - At 5:30 in the morning, I was up making coffee, preparing for that day's shoot. Suddenly, I fell to the floor. I couldn’t stand, I couldn’t move. . .
- [Starting a Small Group?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/09/starting-a-small-group/) - Group discount up to 50% off!
- [God Can Handle Your Honesty](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/10/god-can-handle-your-honesty/) - What do you do with feelings like anger or hatred? How do you make sure to pray with the right words? How much honesty can God handle?
- [Sports Ministries: Combining Calling and Passion](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/10/sports-ministries-combining-calling-and-passion/) - What if you could combine your love of sports with your passion for others to know Jesus?
- [Helping Youth Know God is Real](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/10/helping-youth-know-god-is-real/) - Students are regularly asking, “Man, does God really exist?” The world around them is pushing God out of the conversation.
- [Prison Ministries](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/09/prison-ministries/) - Did you know that Our Daily Bread University offers 9 in-depth classes on serving those in correctional facilities? Gain the tools to help you thrive.
- [The Sermon We’d Like to Skip](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/09/the-sermon-wed-like-to-skip/) - One of Jesus' most difficult sermons. Matthew 18 dives into our call to humility and forgiveness (even through church discipline).
- [NEW Class: Women in the New Testament](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/08/new-class-women-in-the-new-testament/) - What was life like for women in Bible times? What deeper understanding of Jesus can be gained through understanding His interactions with women?
- [Succeeding in Prison Ministry](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/08/succeeding-in-prison-ministry/) - Ministry to prisoners has great potential impact inside and outside the correctional facility. Being prepared for what you’ll face is key.
- [How to Get Started](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/08/how-to-get-started/) - How to complete your profile, get involved in Learning Paths, engage in Learning Groups, message and connect with other students, and manage your subscription
- [New Class: Reading Ecclesiastes](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/07/new-class-reading-ecclesiastes/) - Are you an optimist? Pessimist? Idealist? Although Solomon fills the book of Ecclesiastes with statements of seeming despair, Dr. Knut Heim argues that he really is a realist. We live in days where bad things surround us. Reading Ecclesiastes shows us the path to a fulfilled life of faithfully following God with right priorities. Face
- [Where's My Class?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/07/wheres-my-class/) - Finding the class you want to take. Knowing where your class can be found when you're ready to continue.
- [Living in Complex Times ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/06/the-world-is-going-mad/) - The world is going mad! Doesn’t it seem that way sometimes? How do we navigate complex times without a roadmap? The Discover the Word team delves into this as they explore the story of Queen Esther. Listen now and learn how you, too, can serve God in changing times For more episodes from the Discover
- [Embracing Joy—Free Download](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/08/embracing-joy-free-download/) - Download your free book sample of "Embracing Joy" (book of Habakuk).
- [Tools for Sharing Your Faith](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/08/tools-for-sharing-your-faith/) - Jesus assigned it to us to tell others about Him. Sharing your faith—not selling it—however, can feel difficult.
- [Union with Christ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/08/union-with-christ/) - What is "union with Christ" and why does it matter? It might be surprising to hear that it is an essential theme in the teaching of the New Testament.
- [A Story of a Life Led by the Spirit](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/07/a-story-of-a-life-led-by-the-spirit/) - The knowledge of death was a distant dark cloud consumed by the light of Messiah’s coming. It held no threat in comparison to the joy of the promise.
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- [Worth the Wait](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/07/worth-the-wait/) - From the President. Each morning on my way to work I must enter a freeway by gathering up enough speed to merge seamlessly with 70 mph (113 kph) traffic.
- [The Trinity: Diving Deeper](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/05/the-trinity-diving-deeper/) - Not too long ago, on a beautiful fall day, I had the opportunity to sit around the fire pit in my backyard with a few friends. After everyone arrived, we began enjoying a warm fire on a cool evening. My son was not there due to work but said he would join us soon. My
- [Christian Leader Training](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/06/christian-leader-training/) - Think of the wonderful messages you hear each Sunday at church or anytime online or on the radio. What if all of that was taken away from you?
- [Bible as Literature](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/06/bible-as-literature/) - What story have you heard that you mistook for a real event? Context and formatting help us to distinguish between poetry, history, fiction, law, and other forms of literature.
- [Apostle Paul — “All Things to All People”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/06/apostle-paul-all-things-to-all-people/) - A young man was looking for a job. He found out that there was an opening at the local zoo. So he went to inquire about the job, but it was really hush hush.
- [Waiting in Silent Rest for God](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/05/waiting-in-silent-rest-for-god/) - Often we think of rest as sleeping, watching TV, reading a book, or doing something else we enjoy. Wwhat about thinking of it in the context of waiting on God?
- [What Classes are Others Enjoying?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/05/what-classes-are-others-enjoying/) - Have you wondered about what other students' experiences have been while studying here?
- [8 Resources to Help You Find God’s Purpose](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/8-resources-to-help-you-find-gods-purpose/) - Whether you’re fresh out of college or been well-established on your own, we all come to places where we wonder: “What’s next?”
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- [Day 8: Good Friday](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-8-good-friday/) - What is so good about Good Friday? Let’s remember what happened in the hours leading up to Jesus’ death. Jesus before Pilate Pilate at first seems convinced of Jesus’ innocence and tries to find ways to release Him. Ultimately, however, the crowd calls for Barabbas, an insurrectionist—not simply a thief, but one who probably was
- [Resurrection Day!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/resurrection-day/) - HE IS RISEN INDEED! Welcome to day 10 of the 10 Days of Easter. Today we have the joy of remembering again the miracle of Christ’s resurrection. Miracle first in His breaking the bonds of death. And miracle still today, as you and I can know His resurrection power! If Jesus’ death was the end
- [Day 9: A Dramatic Change of Life](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-9-the-experience-of-those-who-trust-him/) - Down through history countless men and women have experienced a dramatic change of life after entrusting themselves to the resurrected Christ.
- [Day 7: Maundy Thursday](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-7-maundy-thursday/) - And we come to Thursday, the Thursday which in the history of Christian literature and liturgy has come to be known as Maundy Thursday, from the Latin word mandatum—or the commandment, the commandments that Jesus gave His disciples that Thursday night in the upper room. Last Supper The Last Supper occupies a central role in
- [Day 6: Why Is the Resurrection of Jesus Important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-6-why-is-the-resurrection-of-jesus-important/) - The resurrection is essential to the Christian faith because without it the gospel is incomplete. According to Paul, the death and resurrection of Jesus is a package deal; you cannot have one without the other. In 1 Corinthians 15:13–17 Paul writes, “But if there is no resurrection of the dead, then not even Christ has
- [Day 3: The Question of Jesus' Resurrection](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-3-the-question-of-jesus-resurrection/) - Discover the truth behind the resurrection of JesusWas it a hoax or a divine miracle? Decide for yourself.
- [Day 1: Sacrifice and Atonement](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/03/sacrifice-and-atonement/) - Have you ever wondered why it was necessary for Jesus to die and rise from the dead? Find out in this video on Sacrifice and Atonement by The Bible Project.
- [Day 5: Did Jesus Rise from the Dead?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-5-did-jesus-rise-from-the-dead/) - Yesterday we looked at the question about if Jesus really died when He was crucified. Continuing on with arguments against the biblical account of Jesus’ resurrection, David Frees examines the question—Did Jesus really rise from the dead? The answer to the question of whether Jesus rose from the dead determines the validity of the Christian
- [Day 2: Image of God— New Way of Being Human](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/04/day-2-image-of-god-new-way-of-being-human/) - Discover how Jesus' life, death, and resurrection made a way for us to become a new type of human. Watch this 6-minute video by The Bible Project.
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- [10 Days of Easter](https://learn.artosacademy.org/2023/03/10-days-of-easter/) - The 10 Days of Easter begin on March 31. Join us to focus on Jesus' resurrection. Use these posts to share with friends and family.
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- [In thinking about your current ministry, organization, or leadership context, where is change occurring — or needed — and how would you classify it (innovation or transformation)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/ml200-05-in-thinking-about-your-current-ministry-organization-or-leadership-context-where-is-change-occurring-or-needed-and-how-would-you-classify-it-innovation-or-transformati/)
- [In your current season of leadership, which dimension of spiritual formation feels most essential for you right now — anchoring identity, integrating character and calling, ordering desires, increasing discernment, or sustaining resilience?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/ml200-04-in-your-current-season-of-leadership-which-dimension-of-spiritual-formation-feels-most-essential-for-you-right-now-anchoring-identity-integrating-character-and-calling-ordering/) - What is the reason for your answer? What might this reveal about where God is inviting you to deeper formation?
- [In thinking about your current ministry or organization context, where do you see health oversight already in place and where might there be signs of drift?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/ml200-03-in-thinking-about-your-current-ministry-or-organization-context-where-do-you-see-health-oversight-already-in-place-and-where-might-there-be-signs-of-drift/)
- [Looking back, did the situation primarily require leadership (vision, inspiration, alignment) or management (structure, execution, stability)? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/looking-back-did-the-situation-primarily-require-leadership-vision-inspiration-alignment-or-management-structure-execution-stability/) - Looking back, did the situation primarily require leadership (vision, inspiration, alignment) or management (structure, execution, stability)? What clues in the situation helped you recognize what was needed—and how might responding differently have changed the outcome?
- [How have generational changes impacted affiliation with the Black Church? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-generational-changes-impacted-affiliation-with-the-black-church/) - If the response is a negative impact – what strategy can be used to solve this? If the response is a positive impact – what strategies can be used to sustain and continue empowering this?
- [In what ways do different religious denominations among Black Americans influence their attitudes toward government intervention and party affiliation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-do-different-religious-denominations-among-black-americans-influence-their-attitudes-toward-government-intervention-and-party-affiliation/)
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- [In what ways have you personally witnessed the Black church as the heart of a community? How did that shape your thoughts on the Black church and its role beyond spiritual guidance?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-have-you-personally-witnessed-the-black-church-as-the-heart-of-a-community-how-did-that-shape-your-thoughts-on-the-black-church-and-its-role-beyond-spiritual-guidance/)
- [How would you respond to an ATR practitioner asking about spiritual acceptance or hope?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-07/) - Consider gospel-centered, culturally sensitive approaches that demonstrate both care and truth.
- [How does the message of Christ, who offers forgiveness, peace, and eternal life through grace, speak to the Buddhist longing for release from suffering and the cycle of rebirth? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-05/)
- [How does Christ fulfill God’s promises in ways the law alone cannot? Consider David, Moses, and the prophets as pointing forward to Christ.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-06/)
- [What is one insight you gained about postmodern or secular humanist thought, and how could it shape your conversations with people influenced by these ideas? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-09/)
- [How does the Christian claim that truth is revealed in Jesus address the agnostic longing for certainty and meaning? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-08/)
- [What is one practical approach you could use this week to share Christ in a culturally sensitive way?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-10/)
- [What makes Jesus unique compared to Hindu gods and avatars?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-04/)
- [How does understanding the contrast between Islam’s emphasis on works and Christianity’s gift of grace help you explain the justice and love of God at the cross? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/wr250-03/)
- [How does understanding the uniqueness of Jesus Christ strengthen your confidence to share your faith?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-understanding-the-uniqueness-of-jesus-christ-strengthen-your-confidence-to-share-your-faith/)
- [How does Christ give hope in your own life story?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-christ-give-hope-in-your-own-life-story/)
- [“Where do spiritual conversations naturally show up in your life?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/where-do-spiritual-conversations-naturally-show-up-in-your-life/) - 4211
- [“What is one question you’ve been afraid to ask in church spaces? Why?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-one-question-youve-been-afraid-to-ask-in-church-spaces-why/)
- ["Share a moment when someone defended the faith in a way that drew you in or pushed you away."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/share-a-moment-when-someone-defended-the-faith-in-a-way-that-drew-you-in-or-pushed-you-away/) - What made the difference?
- ["Share one moment when someone affirmed your worth and it reshaped your sense of identity."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/share-one-moment-when-someone-affirmed-your-worth-and-it-reshaped-your-sense-of-identity/)
- [“Share something admirable you see in a non-Christian worldview and how it opens a bridge for conversation.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/share-something-admirable-you-see-in-a-non-christian-worldview-and-how-it-opens-a-bridge-for-conversation/)
- [“What cultural messages make Christianity seem irrelevant today? Which of those messages have you felt personally?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-cultural-messages-make-christianity-seem-irrelevant-today-which-of-those-messages-have-you-felt-personally/)
- [How does the Trinity help you to understand God’s work in creation, salvation, and in bringing new life in your community?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-trinity-help-you-to-understand-gods-work-in-creation-salvation-and-in-bringing-new-in-your-community/)
- [How has reading the Bible changed the way you understand and relate to Him and His creation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-reading-the-bible-changed-the-way-you-understand-and-relate-to-him-and-his-creation/) - How has the Bible shaped your understanding of who God is and how He relates to creation? How has the Bible changed the way you engage with God and the world, especially in your local context?
- [What can we learn from past theologians?  ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/st201-02/) - Which historical or contemporary theologian or movement do you find most interesting, and why? How does understanding their context change the way we understand their message today?
- [How does God relate to your community?  ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/st201-03/) - How would you describe who God is to someone in your community who has never read the Bible? Which of God’s attributes (such as holiness, love, justice) are most impactful, and why?
- [How can an understanding of Jesus as Messiah change how you think about His work in your life and your community? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/st201-04/) - Jesus’ life and ministry fulfilled prophecies about the Messiah. In what ways was Jesus different from the Messiah the people were expecting? How can an understanding of Jesus as Messiah change how you think about His work in your life and your community?
- [How would you explain salvation to a person in your community who has never read the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/st201-05/) - How does Jesus’ work of salvation connect to your life and the needs of your community?
- [Why do many Christians say Pentecost marks the “birth” of the New Testament Church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/st201-06/) - What changed for the disciples after being empowered by the Holy Spirit? In what ways is this reflected in the ministry of the Church in your context?
- [What did you learn about being the Body of Christ, Christ’s Church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-you-learn-about-being-the-body-of-christ-christs-church/) - Describe the dimensions of Church community (e.g. community of Christ, community of suffering) that are most prominent in your church context? What could members of your church learn from the images that are less prominent?
- [How does understanding that people are made in the image of God affect the way you relate to God and other people?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-understanding-that-people-are-made-in-the-image-of-god-affect-the-way-you-relate-to-god-and-other-people/) - What are some practical ways Christians in your community can or do care for others and act as good stewards of God’s creation?
- [Describe the biblical purpose of eschatology.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-biblical-purpose-of-eschatology/) - How have you seen this reflected (or not) in your spiritual life and in the spiritual lives of others in your community?
- [In which areas of stewardship do you thrive and in which areas do you struggle?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-which-areas-of-stewardship-do-you-thrive-and-in-which-areas-do-you-struggle/)
- [What themes or patterns were revealed as you reflected on your previous journaling experiences?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-themes-or-patterns-were-revealed-as-you-reflected-on-your-previous-journaling-experiences/)
- [What activities restore your soul?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-activities-restore-your-soul/) - What activities restore your soul? How do you plan to intentionally take a Sabbath and rest in the midst of your weekly routine?
- [Where, today, did I resist God's presence—and where did I welcome it?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/where-today-did-i-resist-gods-presence-and-where-did-i-welcome-it/) - Where, today, did I resist God's presence—and where did I welcome it? Discuss how this exercise postures you to incorporate the Daily Examen in your life.
- [When have you experienced true Christian friendship?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-have-you-experienced-true-christian-friendship-what-did-it-look-and-feel-like-why-is-relational-vitality-important-in-discipleship/) - When have you experienced true Christian friendship? What did it look and feel like? Why is relational vitality important in discipleship?
- [Are you prepared to serve as a shepherd, a servant, and a steward of God’s people?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-you-prepared-to-serve-as-a-shepherd-a-servant-and-a-steward-of-gods-people-where-do-you-feel-that-god-is-calling-you-to-serve/) - Are you prepared to serve as a shepherd, a servant, and a steward of God’s people? Where do you feel that God is calling you to serve?
- [What opportunities do you have to share the gospel among your friends, family, community, or workplace?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-opportunities-do-you-have-to-share-the-gospel-among-your-friends-family-community-or-workplace-are-you-comfortable-sharing-your-witness/) - What opportunities do you have to share the gospel among your friends, family, community, or workplace? Are you comfortable sharing your witness?
- [Do you try to align your life’s priorities with your faith?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-try-to-align-your-lifes-priorities-with-your-faith-where-do-you-still-struggle-with-balance/) - Do you try to align your life’s priorities with your faith? Where do you still struggle with balance?
- [How can you foster new relationships with others in the Christian community who are more diverse and can enhance your understanding of the unity of the body of Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-you-foster-new-relationships-with-others-in-the-christian-community-who-are-more-diverse-and-can-enhance-your-understanding-of-the-unity-of-the-body-of-christ/)
- [Reflect on the internal and external detachments discussed in the lecture (and others). Consider what you must let go of to attach to God.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-the-internal-and-external-detachments-discussed-in-the-lecture-and-others-consider-what-you-must-let-go-of-to-attach-to-god/)
- [What makes listening “holy”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-makes-listening-holy/)
- [How are these practices inviting you to slow down, awaken your soul’s attention, and invite you into deep, sustained intimacy with God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-are-these-practices-inviting-you-to-slow-down-awaken-your-souls-attention-and-invite-you-into-deep-sustained-intimacy-with-god/)
- [What type of community have you found most fruitful for your own spiritual growth?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-type-of-community-have-you-found-most-fruitful-for-your-own-spiritual-growth/) - What type of community have you found most fruitful for your own spiritual growth? Have you ever felt unsafe in a Christian community?
- [What is the “theme” of your life story with God so far? Discuss why this theme is fitting.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-theme-of-your-life-story-with-god-so-far-discuss-why-this-theme-is-fitting/)
- [What spiritual disciplines are you in need of reprioritizing in your life, and how will you accomplish the goal of maintaining these disciplines in your daily walk with Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-spiritual-disciplines-are-you-in-need-of-reprioritizing-in-your-life-and-how-will-you-accomplish-the-goal-of-maintaining-these-disciplines-in-your-daily-walk-with-christ/)
- [With which of the five worship principles do you resonate the most and why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/with-which-of-the-five-worship-principles-do-you-resonate-the-most-and-why/) - With which of the five worship principles do you resonate the most and why? How do you prepare your heart for worship?
- [Which principle(s) of the ministry of the Holy Spirit is/are most present in your life and ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-principles-of-the-ministry-of-the-holy-spirit-is-are-most-present-in-your-life-and-ministry-where-do-you-feel-gods-empowering-presence-most-strongly/) - Which principle(s) of the ministry of the Holy Spirit is/are most present in your life and ministry? Where do you feel God’s empowering presence most strongly?
- [How does Scripture change how you hear it?  ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-scripture-change-how-you-hear-it/) - How does Scripture change how you hear it? How can you facilitate Lectio and Visio Divina in your ministry?
- [Explain the role of spiritual disciplines in holistic formation and share an example.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-role-of-spiritual-disciplines-in-holistic-formation-and-share-an-example/)
- [What is the connection between love and lament?  ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-connection-between-love-and-lament/) - What is the connection between love and lament? How have you experienced God in sorrow or joy? As a ministry leader, how can you facilitate the understanding and/or navigation of love and lament with others?
- [How can the halo effect be damaging within the church? In what ways can the halo effect hinder Christian unity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-the-halo-effect-be-damaging-within-the-church-in-what-ways-can-the-halo-effect-hinder-christian-unity/)
- [Take time to honestly examine the rivalries and group attachments in your own life. Consider why you feel such loyalty, even to seemingly superficial things. Reflect on whether these affiliations sometimes lead you to negatively view or dismiss those outside your "group."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/take-time-to-honestly-examine-the-rivalries-and-group-attachments-in-your-own-life-consider-why-you-feel-such-loyalty-even-to-seemingly-superficial-things-reflect-on-whether-these-affiliations-some/)
- [Reflect on a time in the recent past (within the last week or two) when you felt a strong sense of threat. Which type of threat (physical safety, assets/status, purity/contamination) did your situation primarily involve, and did your response align with how you would ideally want to act as someone secure in their faith, as described in the lesson?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-a-time-in-the-recent-past-within-the-last-week-or-two-when-you-felt-a-strong-sense-of-threat-which-type-of-threat-physical-safety-assets-status-purity-contamination-did-your-situatio/)
- [In what ways might contemporary Christians find themselves in situations where they are called to be "in-group moderates" within their own communities or social circles, and what practical steps can they take to embody this role while prioritizing their faithfulness to Christ above all else?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-might-contemporary-christians-find-themselves-in-situations-where-they-are-called-to-be-in-group-moderates-within-their-own-communities-or-social-circles-and-what-practical-steps-can/)
- [How can we, in our daily lives and church communities, actively emphasize our shared identity in Christ and not allow denominational or theological differences to toxically polarize us?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-we-in-our-daily-lives-and-church-communities-actively-emphasize-our-shared-identity-in-christ-and-not-allow-denominational-or-theological-differences-to-toxically-polarize-us/)
- [Brandon Cleaver made a bold claim that “a polarized country needs a peacemaking church.” Why are Christians uniquely situated to bring the peace that a polarized society needs? What practices can help a person adopt a peacemaking mindset?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/brandon-cleaver-made-a-bold-claim-that-a-polarized-country-needs-a-peacemaking-church-why-are-christians-uniquely-situated-to-bring-the-peace-that-a-polarized-society-needs-what-pr/)
- [How can the rhythm of rest and renewal you learned during your sabbatical help you respond well to conflict or crisis when you return?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-the-rhythm-of-rest-and-renewal-you-learned-during-your-sabbatical-help-you-respond-well-to-conflict-or-crisis-when-you-return/)
- [Among the three helpers discussed in this lesson, which one is most appealing to you? Which one is least appealing? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/among-the-three-helpers-discussed-in-this-lesson-which-one-is-most-appealing-to-you-which-one-is-least-appealing-why/)
- [What excites you or concerns you about creating your own Rule of Life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-excites-you-or-concerns-you-about-creating-your-own-rule-of-life/)
- [What does this story about Elijah illustrate about the importance of rest? Why is rest so important for your ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/read-1-kings-19-what-does-this-story-about-elijah-illustrate-about-the-importance-of-rest-why-is-rest-so-important-for-your-ministry/)
- [Do you find the process of planning your sabbatical exciting or daunting? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-find-the-process-of-planning-your-sabbatical-exciting-or-daunting-explain/)
- [Which phase of the DREAM framework are you most excited about? Which one are you most concerned about?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-phase-of-the-dream-framework-are-you-most-excited-about-which-one-are-you-most-concerned-about/)
- [Review this list of things that a sabbatical teaches us. How are these beneficial for you and your church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/review-this-list-of-things-that-a-sabbatical-teaches-us-how-are-these-beneficial-for-you-and-your-church/) - Jesus is Lord of your ministry and church. Ceasing from work for a time of refreshment in God is good for your health and the health of your church. God is in control, and he will care for you. A well-planned sabbatical will prepare you for the next season in ministry.
- [Read Acts 27:13-15. What role does the wind play in this story?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/read-acts-2713-15-what-role-does-the-wind-play-in-this-story/)
- [What was the difference for the Israelites between living in Egypt with a consistent source of water and living in the promised land where they would have to depend on rainfall?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-relationship-of-the-rainfall-cycle-to-the-cycle-of-grain-agriculture-in-ancient-israel/)
- [How is the selection of a route in biblical times like and unlike the choices you make when you travel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-the-selection-of-a-route-in-biblical-times-like-and-unlike-the-choices-you-make-when-you-travel/)
- [How does your travel experience differ most and least from the people who traveled in the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-your-travel-experience-differ-most-and-least-from-the-people-who-traveled-in-bible-times/)
- [Explain the connection between God’s plan of salvation and geography.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-connection-between-gods-plan-of-salvation-and-geography/)
- [Give an example from the Bible, other than the ones used in this lesson, that demonstrates the biblical authors use of geography to convey biblical wisdom.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/give-an-example-from-the-bible-other-than-the-ones-used-in-this-lesson-that-demonstrates-the-biblical-authors-use-of-geography-to-convey-biblical-wisdom/)
- [How does a historical, grammatical, literary, and cultural study of a passage help guide the micro-observation step of Bible study?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-bible-study-what-might-result-if-we-never-use-observation-and-interpretation-and-only-use-application/)
- [What Bible translation do you use and why? Do you use a different translation or paraphrase for devotional reading than you do for Bible study?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-bible-translation-do-you-use-and-why-do-you-use-a-different-translation-for-devotional-reading-than-you-do-for-bible-study/)
- [How would you prioritize the three reasons given in this lesson for studying the Bible: “It is essential to knowing and loving God;” “It is essential for growing up in God;” and “It is essential to serving God”? What is the basis for how you prioritize them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-would-you-prioritize-the-three-reasons-given-in-this-lesson-for-studying-the-bible-it-is-essential-to-knowing-and-loving-god-it-is-essential-for-growing-up-in-god/)
- [How would you finish this statement about your purpose as a small group leader: “I exist to _______”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-would-you-finish-this-statement-about-your-purpose-as-a-small-group-leader-i-exist-to-_______/)
- [Give an example of when your small group was able to focus on the “Now what?” question. What was the result?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/give-an-example-of-when-your-small-group-was-able-to-focus-on-the-now-what-question-what-was-the-result/)
- [What are some reasons for establishing a code of conduct in your small group?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-reasons-for-establishing-a-code-of-conduct-in-your-small-group/)
- [Deb McCormick, suggests that in order for a small group to thrive, the members must feel connected. She states: “The team leader . . . is the one responsible for helping their team make the connection.” What does she mean by “connection”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/deb-mccormick-suggests-that-in-order-for-a-small-group-to-thrive-the-members-must-feel-connected-she-states-the-team-leader-is-the-one-responsible-for-helping-their-te/)
- [In this lesson, we learned that the New Testament completes the love story that began in the Old Testament. Why is it important for Christians to read the Old Testament and New Testament together?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-we-learned-that-the-new-testament-completes-the-love-story-that-began-in-the-old-testament-why-is-it-important-for-christians-to-read-the-old-testament-and-new-testament-together/)
- [How does the universal question of fairness attest to the existence of God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-universal-question-of-fairness-attest-to-the-existence-of-god/)
- [Why is the gospel not just limited to one people group but intended for all people everywhere?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-gospel-not-just-limited-to-one-people-group-but-is-intended-for-all-people-everywhere/)
- [Explain why the gospel authors at times differ from each other in their accounts.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-why-the-authors-at-times-differ-from-each-other-in-their-accounts/)
- [What challenges have you experienced in following your calling? How have you dealt with those challenges?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-challenges-have-you-experienced-in-following-your-calling-how-have-you-dealt-with-those-challenges/)
- [How do Dr. Ward’s definitions of leadership, ministry, and calling compare with your own?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-dr-wards-definitions-of-leadership-ministry-and-calling-compare-with-your-own/)
- [Dr. Buzzell concludes this lesson by saying that if we fail, God wants us to come back to Him. Why is this significant to us today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/professor-buzzell-concludes-this-lesson-by-saying-that-if-we-fail-god-wants-us-to-come-back-to-him-why-is-this-significant-to-us-today/)
- [How does naming the four eras and the types of books in the Old Testament help you to understand its story?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-buzzell-categorizes-the-book-of-ruth-as-a-color-book-why/)
- [Have you ever fasted before? What did you learn from doing it?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-fasting-a-way-of-telling-god-you-matter-more-than-anything-else/)
- [What results of united prayer have you seen in your life or in the lives of others?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-results-have-you-seen-in-your-life-or-in-the-lives-of-others-from-united-prayer/)
- [What obstacle do you struggle with when it comes to prayer? What helps you overcome that obstacle?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-obstacle-do-you-struggle-with-when-it-comes-to-prayer/)
- [What is your favorite prayer from Scripture? What is the value of praying God’s Word?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-your-favorite-prayer-from-gods-word/)
- [What new insights about the importance of prayer did you gather from this lesson?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-new-insights-about-the-importance-of-prayer-did-you-gather-from-some-of-the-scriptural-verses-presented-in-this-lesson/)
- [There are five points we must examine about ourselves as interpreters: faith, illumination, qualification, humility, and awareness.  Which of these five do you believe has the greatest influence on you as you interpret a Bible passage? How does it help you when you interpret a passage? How does it hinder you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-the-bible-tools-exercises-section-what-new-insight-did-you-receive-from-one-particular-bible-passage/)
- [There are five contexts that we must check our interpretation with: immediate, literary, historical, cultural and scriptural. Can you explain what each one focuses on? Can you explain the importance each context plays in doing accurate interpretation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/there-are-six-contexts-that-we-must-check-our-interpretation-with-immediate-literary-historical-cultural-and-scriptural-can-you-explain-what-each-one-focuses-on-can-you-explain-the-importance-ea/)
- [Discuss how Bible-based, Christ-centered, prayer-driven, Holy Spirit-led, and discipleship-focused principles can be applied practically in your life to ensure success on the faith journey.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-how-bible-based-christ-centered-prayer-driven-holy-spirit-led-and-discipleship-focused-principles-can-be-applied-practically-in-your-life-to-ensure-success-on-the-faith-journey/)
- [Considering the lesson's emphasis on an eternal perspective, how might adopting such a perspective influence your current decision-making and priorities in various aspects of life, including relationships, finance, and personal goals?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/considering-the-texts-emphasis-on-an-eternal-perspective-how-might-adopting-such-a-perspective-influence-your-current-decision-making-and-priorities-in-various-aspects-of-life-including-relationsh/)
- [The Old Testament is the story of God reaching out in love to a rebellious people. Why is this significant?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-old-testament-is-the-story-of-god-reaching-out-in-love-to-a-rebellious-people-why-is-this-significant/)
- [How might what you learned in this lecture change how you read Scripture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-might-what-you-learned-in-this-lecture-change-how-you-read-scripture/)
- [Did anything in this lecture surprise you? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/did-anything-in-this-lecture-surprise-you-explain/)
- [In what ways might reading the Old Testament shape what you understand about Jesus?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-might-reading-the-old-testament-shape-what-you-understand-about-jesus/)
- [Was anything in this lesson new or surprising to you? Explain. ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/was-anything-in-this-lesson-new-or-surprising-to-you-explain/)
- [Which do you tend to emphasize: the holiness of God or the love of God? Why do you think that is?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-do-you-tend-to-emphasize-the-holiness-of-god-or-the-love-of-god-why-do-you-think-that-is/)
- [Which example provided in the lesson of what Jesus tells us about God stood out most to you? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-example-provided-in-the-lesson-of-what-jesus-tells-us-about-god-stood-out-most-to-you-why/)
- [How would you explain the kingdom of God to someone?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-would-you-explain-the-kingdom-of-god-to-someone/)
- [Which of the five themes in this lesson were new or surprising to you? How did they help you think about the kingdom of God in a new light?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-five-themes-in-this-lesson-were-new-or-surprising-to-you-how-did-they-help-you-think-about-the-kingdom-of-god-in-a-new-light/)
- [Dr. McKnight concludes the lecture by summarizing Jesus’ ethics using these three questions: How do we live before God? How do we live before ourselves? How do we live before others? As you reflect on each of those questions in light of the lecture, in what areas might God be calling you to grow?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-mcknight-concludes-the-lecture-by-summarizing-jesus-ethics-using-these-three-questions-how-do-we-live-before-god-how-do-we-live-before-ourselves-how-do-we-live-before-others-as-you-re/)
- [Has this lesson changed how you think about ethics? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/has-this-lesson-changed-how-you-think-about-ethics-explain/)
- [After completing the lecture, read the Sermon on the Mount (Matthew 5:1–7:29). What did this lecture add to your understanding?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/after-completing-the-lecture-read-the-sermon-on-the-mount-matthew-51-729-what-did-this-lecture-add-to-your-understanding/)
- [In what ways did the lecture shape how you read the Sermon on the Mount?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-did-the-lecture-shape-how-you-read-the-sermon-on-the-mount/)
- [Consider Dr. McKnight’s method for reading parables. Which of the four parts of that method resonated most with you? Why do you think that is?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/consider-dr-mcknights-method-for-reading-parables-which-of-the-four-parts-of-that-method-resonated-most-with-you-why-do-you-think-that-is/)
- [What is one step you can take to continue to grow in your reading and understanding of parables?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-one-step-you-can-take-to-continue-to-grow-in-your-reading-and-understanding-of-parables/)
- [In this lecture, Dr. McKnight says, “In these [signs and ‘I am’ statements], we get a revelation of who Jesus is and what He's bringing. We become focused on the glory and the life-bearing quality of Jesus, that He is life itself.” Explain, in your own words, what this means. How does understanding the signs and “I am” statements deepen your understanding of Jesus?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lecture-dr-mcknight-says-in-these-signs-and-i-am-statements-we-get-a-revelation-of-who-jesus-is-and-what-hes-bringing-we-become-focused-on-the-glory-and-the/)
- [In this lesson, Dr. McKnight says the Christian church should restore the centrality of the resurrection. In your experience, has the resurrection been central to the church? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-dr-mcknight-says-the-christian-church-should-restore-the-centrality-of-the-resurrection-in-your-experience-has-the-resurrection-been-central-to-the-church-explain/)
- [What does it mean to say, “Good Friday becomes powerful because of Easter Sunday?” Explain in your own words.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-to-say-good-friday-becomes-powerful-because-of-easter-sunday-explain-in-your-own-words/)
- [In what ways has being connected to Jesus given you life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-has-being-connected-to-jesus-given-you-life/)
- [How have you gone about addressing mental health challenges of your own and what support, and informal or formal assistance truly helped you overcome them? (Perhaps share an experience about how you used the resources and ideas in this lesson to overcome mental health challenges.) | What routines, activities, or processes would you recommend to others to maintain optimal mental health? Describe these and how they have helped you enjoy shalom in your life.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-strategies-do-you-use-to-manage-your-mental-health/)
- [What are you going to do in the next week or month to address mental health issues in your life, or in the lives of others in your church or community? | What credible Christian resources (e.g., books, online sources, podcasts, blogs, etc.) and/or counseling or mental health training services have you used that have been particularly helpful to you or others to address mental health issues? Share the geographical and contact details of specific resources so that other participants could perhaps make use of them should they be able to.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/share-your-ideas-about-how-you-will-address-mental-health-issues-in-your-church-ministry-or-local-community-and-resources-you-have-found-especially-credible-and-useful/)
- [What are some ways you can be a compassionate and nurturing leader to your flock?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-ways-you-can-be-a-compassionate-and-nurturing-leader-to-your-flock/)
- [“If you have the heart, you can begin tomorrow.” What does it look like to have a shepherd’s heart in the sense of a literal Bedouin shepherd? What does it look like to have a shepherd’s heart in your leadership context?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-have-the-heart-you-can-begin-tomorrow-what-does-it-look-like-to-have-a-shepherds-heart-in-the-sense-of-a-literal-bedouin-shepherd-what-does-it-look-like-to-have-a/)
- [Discuss the commonality of money-related conflicts in marriages. Share any personal experiences or challenges related to financial conflicts, and explore how conflicts, if handled well, can strengthen relationships.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-commonality-of-money-related-conflicts-in-marriages-share-any-personal-experiences-or-challenges-related-to-financial-conflicts-and-explore-how-conflicts-if-handled-well-can-strengthen/)
- [How does your current attitude in giving align with the biblical principles discussed, especially the emphasis on giving with love and sincerity? What steps can you take to enhance the joy and love in your generosity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-your-current-attitude-in-giving-align-with-the-biblical-principles-discussed-especially-the-emphasis-on-giving-with-love-and-sincerity-what-steps-can-you-take-to-enhance-the-joy-and-love-in/)
- [How can the concept of stewardship and acknowledging God's ownership impact your approach to handling money? What specific steps can you take to align your financial practices more closely with these principles, and how might these changes contribute to your financial well-being and relationship with God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-the-concept-of-stewardship-and-acknowledging-gods-ownership-impact-your-approach-to-handling-money-what-specific-steps-can-you-take-to-align-your-financial-practices-more-closely-with-these/)
- [Considering the idea of "once and for all" decisions, what are some specific decisions you and your spouse could agree upon that align with biblical principles and could significantly impact your financial and relational journey? How might these decisions contribute to a more unified approach to managing money within your marriage?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/considering-the-idea-of-once-and-for-all-decisions-what-are-some-specific-decisions-you-and-your-spouse-could-agree-upon-that-align-with-biblical-principles-and-could-significantly-impact-your-fi/)
- [Considering the insights shared about the roles of husbands and wives in marriage, particularly the emphasis on sacrificial love and mutual respect, how do you think applying these principles could positively impact the financial aspects of a marriage? Can you share personal experiences or examples where prioritizing each other's needs and roles contributed to financial unity and overall relationship strength?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/considering-the-insights-shared-about-the-roles-of-husbands-and-wives-in-marriage-particularly-the-emphasis-on-sacrificial-love-and-mutual-respect-how-do-you-think-applying-these-principles-could-po/)
- [How does your opinion and experience of mental health management within the church or other Christian contexts differ or is similar to the ideas expressed in the video? | What do you think church and ministry members can do to destigmatize mental health illness in these contexts and in wider society?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-your-opinion-and-experience-of-mental-health-management-within-the-church-or-other-christian-contexts-differ-or-is-similar-to-the-ideas-expressed-in-the-video-what-do-you-think-church-and/)
- [What have you noticed or learned are the most pressing concerns and issues that church or ministry members seek counsel on or ask for from your church or organization in your specific context? / How might you and the rest of your church’s or organization’s leadership team respond to these changing needs effectively as redemptive leaders? What actions are required to respond suitably? / What further reading or resources have helped you in your leadership development, especially to meet the changing needs of your community?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-have-you-noticed-or-learned-are-the-most-pressing-concerns-and-issues-that-church-or-ministry-members-seek-counsel-on-or-ask-for-from-your-church-or-organization-in-your-specific-context-how-m/)
- [How do you think leaders who keep overly busy, don’t delegate work, and who predominantly work in isolation are most likely to measure their success as leaders? / How might performance metrics, commonly used in the secular business world to measure success (e.g., number of attendees, number of books sold, etc.), be linked to common temptations ministry leaders need to overcome as they mature?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-think-leaders-who-keep-overly-busy-dont-delegate-work-and-who-predominantly-work-in-isolation-are-most-likely-to-measure-their-success-as-leaders-how-might-performance-metrics/)
- [What surprised, excited, and/or challenged you from this lesson?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-surprised-excited-and-or-challenged-you-from-this-lesson/)
- [Which of the rules for interpretation do you find most helpful? Most challenging?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-rules-for-interpretation-do-you-find-most-helpful-most-challenging/)
- [What insights did you gain from completing the Spiritual Goals worksheet?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-insights-did-you-gain-from-completing-the-spiritual-goals-worksheet-from-the-day-five-homework/)
- [What insights or questions did you have as it relates to the Tracking Worksheets?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-insights-or-questions-did-you-have-as-it-relates-to-the-tracking-worksheets-from-day-one/)
- [Level 2 Participants- what insights or questions did you have from completing the Estimated Spending Plan?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/level-2-participants-what-insights-or-questions-did-you-have-from-completing-the-estimated-spending-plan-from-the-day-five-homework/)
- [What insights did you gain from completing the résumé?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-insights-did-you-gain-from-completing-the-resume-in-the-day-one-homework/)
- [What insights did you gain from completing the Investment Scenarios?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-insights-did-you-gain-from-completing-the-investment-scenarios-in-the-day-five-homework/)
- [What insights did you gain from completing the Goals worksheet?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-insights-did-you-gain-from-completing-the-goals-worksheet-from-the-day-three-homework/)
- [What did you learn from the Debt applications?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-you-learn-from-the-debt-applications-in-day-three/)
- [What principles or theories from the classical or modern periods of leadership studies have influenced your understanding of leadership? / What aspect of leadership did your definition highlight, and what aspects did it lack? How would you retrospectively change it?from](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-principles-or-theories-from-the-classical-or-modern-periods-of-leadership-studies-have-influenced-your-understanding-of-leadership-what-aspect-of-leadership-did-your-definition-highlight-and/)
- [Dr. Cohick says that Jesus modeled meekness in this story. Describe, in your own words, how He did this.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-cohick-says-that-jesus-modeled-meekness-in-this-story-describe-in-your-own-words-how-he-did-this-2/)
- [How does Cohick’s outline of the background of 1 Timothy 2 impact how you read it?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-cohicks-outline-of-the-background-of-1-timothy-2-impact-how-you-read-it/)
- [After this lesson, what is your picture of the composition and leadership of the early house churches and communities? Has anything shifted for you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/after-this-lesson-what-is-your-picture-of-the-composition-and-leadership-of-the-early-house-churches-and-communities-has-anything-shifted-for-you/)
- [Are you familiar with the stories of Priscilla and Lydia? What has been your exposure to their stories? How does what you learned in this lesson compare to what you have learned in the past?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-you-familiar-with-the-stories-of-priscilla-and-lydia-what-has-been-your-exposure-to-their-stories-how-does-what-you-learned-in-this-lesson-compare-to-what-you-have-learned-in-the-past/)
- [Are you familiar with Phoebe and Junia? How have you interacted with their presence in the Bible? How were they talked about in relation to women and ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-you-familiar-with-phoebe-and-junia-how-have-you-interacted-with-their-presence-in-the-bible-how-were-they-talked-about-in-relation-to-women-and-ministry/)
- [How does this lesson inform us about the importance of biblical translation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-this-lesson-inform-us-about-the-importance-of-biblical-translation/)
- [Jesus declared that wherever the gospel is proclaimed, what Mary had done by anointing Him would be remembered. What does it mean to remember what Mary did when sharing the gospel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/jesus-declared-that-wherever-the-gospel-is-proclaimed-what-mary-had-done-by-anointing-him-would-be-remembered-what-does-it-mean-to-remember-what-mary-did-when-sharing-the-gospel/)
- [How does focusing on the false sinfulness of the woman in the story distract readers from the central point?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-focusing-on-the-false-sinfulness-of-the-woman-in-the-story-distract-readers-from-the-central-point/)
- [How have you heard the story of the Samaritan woman taught or preached? What impact did that have on you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-heard-the-story-of-the-samaritan-woman-taught-or-preached-what-impact-did-that-have-on-you/)
- [Paraphrase (tell in your own words) the story of the Samaritan woman at the well (John 4).](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/paraphrase-tell-in-your-own-words-the-story-of-the-samaritan-woman-at-the-well-john-4/)
- [How has this lesson impacted the way in which you read the story of the Canaanite woman?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-this-lesson-impacted-the-way-in-which-you-read-the-story-of-the-canaanite-woman/)
- [Dr. Cohick says that Jesus modeled meekness in this story. Describe, in your own words, how He did this.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-cohick-says-that-jesus-modeled-meekness-in-this-story-describe-in-your-own-words-how-he-did-this/)
- [What surprised, excited, and/or challenged you from this session?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-surprised-excited-and-or-challenged-you-from-this-session/)
- [How have you encountered the story of the hemorrhaging woman? How does Dr. Cohick’s explanation of the story interact with that version?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-encountered-the-story-of-the-hemorrhaging-woman-how-does-dr-cohicks-explanation-of-the-story-interact-with-that-version/)
- [How have you witnessed the story of Mary Magdalene being told (prostitute, vices, sinful, etc.)? How does the background provided by Dr. Cohick affect that narrative?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-witnessed-the-story-of-mary-magdalene-being-told-prostitute-vices-sinful-etc-how-does-the-background-provided-by-dr-cohick-affect-that-narrative/)
- [Compare and contrast your thoughts and emotions around Mary’s character in the Gospels before and after this session. What has shifted in your perception of Mary? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/compare-and-contrast-your-thoughts-and-emotions-around-marys-character-in-the-gospels-before-and-after-this-session-what-has-shifted-in-your-perception-of-mary-why/)
- [According to Dr. Cohick, Mary’s identity in the Gospels centers around three primary roles: mother, prophet, and disciple. Which of these elements tend to get left out, why is that, and what difference does it make?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-cohick-marys-identity-in-the-gospels-centers-around-three-primary-roles-mother-prophet-and-disciple-which-of-these-elements-tend-to-get-left-out-why-is-that-and-what-d/)
- [Identify one or two things you can take away from these women’s examples and apply to your own life.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-one-or-two-things-you-can-take-away-from-these-womens-examples-and-apply-to-your-own-life/)
- [Reflect on Mary’s Magnificat (Luke 1:46–55). What stands out to you from Mary’s words?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-marys-magnificat-luke-146-55-what-stands-out-to-you-from-marys-words/)
- [What does it mean for the women in Luke’s gospel to be seen as model disciples?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-for-the-women-in-lukes-gospel-to-be-seen-as-model-disciples/)
- [Did anything in this lesson surprise or challenge you? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/did-anything-in-this-lesson-surprise-or-challenge-you-explain/)
- [Explain in your own words what you think it means to enjoy life to the full in the context of your Christian faith. What are some practical ways you can do this?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-what-you-think-it-means-to-enjoy-life-to-the-full-in-the-context-of-your-christian-faith-what-are-some-practical-ways-you-can-do-this/)
- [Did this lesson inspire you in any ways to look at life with increased joy and happiness? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/did-this-lesson-inspire-you-in-any-ways-to-look-at-life-with-increased-joy-and-happiness-explain/)
- [Do you think it’s important to approach worship reverently? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-think-its-important-to-approach-worship-reverently-explain/)
- [What does it mean to combine your faith with obedience to God’s commands? In what ways do you feel inspired to do this?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-to-combine-your-faith-with-obedience-to-gods-commands-in-what-ways-do-you-feel-inspired-to-do-this/)
- [Has this lesson changed how you think about either the fear of God or the pursuit of happiness (or both)? Explain why and how.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/has-this-lesson-changed-how-you-think-about-either-the-fear-of-god-or-the-pursuit-of-happiness-or-both-explain-why-and-how/)
- [How do the concepts taught in this lesson inspire you to adopt a posture of gratitude?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-the-concepts-taught-in-this-lesson-inspire-you-to-adopt-a-posture-of-gratitude/)
- [Have you ever felt like you “had it all” from a worldly perspective? If so, did it leave you with a deep and lasting sense of satisfaction? Explain. Conversely, have you ever felt like you were always wanting more? Do you think getting your deepest desires will give you a deep and lasting sense of satisfaction? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-felt-like-you-had-it-all-from-a-worldly-perspective-if-so-did-it-leave-you-with-a-deep-and-lasting-sense-of-satisfaction-explain-conversely-have-you-ever-felt-like/)
- [Dr. Heim concludes the lesson with this statement: “Whether we have much or little, there is nothing better than to live in the presence of God and enjoy the good things of life, as and when He gives them.” Do you find it easy to agree with this statement? Why? Whether or not you can easily agree, how does it look in practice to view life this way?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-heim-concludes-the-lesson-with-this-statement-whether-we-have-much-or-little-there-is-nothing-better-than-to-live-in-the-presence-of-god-and-enjoy-the-good-things-of-life-as-and-when-h/)
- [What has been your experience with the book of Ecclesiastes up to this point? What has been your perception or view of the book, and what do you hope to gain from this class?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-has-been-your-experience-with-the-book-of-ecclesiastes-up-to-this-point-what-has-been-your-perception-or-view-of-the-book-and-what-do-you-hope-to-gain-from-this-class/)
- [Dr. Heim draws several connections between the teachings of Ecclesiastes and Jesus’ teachings. What is your reaction to this?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-heim-draws-several-connections-between-the-teachings-of-ecclesiastes-and-jesus-teachings-what-is-your-reaction-to-this/)
- [What in the notes did you find revealing, challenging or interesting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-in-the-notes-did-you-find-revealing-challenging-or-interesting-4/)
- [Who are people who have, or could, walk with you through a storm or challenging time?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/who-are-people-who-have-or-could-walk-with-you-through-a-storm-or-challenging-time/)
- [From the video, what are some things you can do to help you focus on the "line"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/from-the-video-what-are-some-things-you-can-do-to-help-you-focus-on-the-line/)
- [How does the idea of being a pilgrim impact your thinking regarding finances and possessions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-idea-of-being-a-pilgrim-impact-your-thinking-regarding-finances-and-possessions/)
- [Who are people that have had an impact on your journey with the Lord?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/who-are-people-that-have-had-an-impact-on-your-journey-with-the-lord/)
- [What does it look like to know God personally?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-look-like-to-know-god-personally/)
- [What in the notes did you find revealing, challenging or interesting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-in-the-notes-did-you-find-revealing-challenging-or-interesting-5/)
- [Which of the finishing well challenges resonated with you most?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-finishing-well-challenges-resonated-with-you-most/)
- [What are major purchases you've identified as a top priority for this season of your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-major-purchases-youve-identified-as-a-top-priority-for-this-season-of-your-life/)
- [What in the notes did you find revealing, challenging or interesting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-in-the-notes-did-you-find-revealing-challenging-or-interesting-2/)
- [How have you seen giving being a blessing not only to the recipient, but also to the one giving the gift?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-seen-giving-being-a-blessing-not-only-to-the-recipient-but-also-to-the-one-giving-the-gift/)
- [What are things that affect your attitude (both good and bad) when it comes to giving?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-things-that-affect-your-attitude-both-good-and-bad-when-it-comes-to-giving/)
- [Of the five "p's", which do you find you excel at and which are more challenging for you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/of-the-five-ps-which-do-you-find-you-excel-at-and-which-are-more-challenging-for-you/)
- [Who are people in your life that can give you wise counsel as it relates to investing? What questions would you ask them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/who-are-people-in-your-life-that-can-give-you-wise-counsel-as-it-relates-to-investing-what-questions-would-you-ask-them/)
- [If you felt the temptation to become rich, what would you do to "split and submit"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-felt-the-temptation-to-become-rich-what-would-you-do-to-split-and-submit/)
- [What in the notes did you find revealing, challenging or interesting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-in-the-notes-did-you-find-revealing-challenging-or-interesting-3/)
- [What skills has the Lord given you as it relates to work? How are you using these skills?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-skills-has-the-lord-given-you-as-it-relates-to-work-how-are-you-using-these-skills/)
- [At this stage of your life, what do you think God is calling you to do?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/at-this-stage-of-your-life-what-do-you-think-god-is-calling-you-to-do/)
- [What are some ways you balance work with the other priorities of your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-ways-you-balance-work-with-the-other-priorities-of-your-life/)
- [Which of the "Employee Responsibilities" would be easiest for you? Which would be the most challenging?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-employee-responsibilities-would-be-easiest-for-you-which-would-be-the-most-challenging/)
- [What does dishonesty look like in our society today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dishonesty-look-like-in-our-society-today/)
- [How have you experienced someone being dishonest with you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-experienced-someone-being-dishonest-with-you/)
- [Personal Reflection (you don't need to answer this in your group if you don't want to). Think about a time where you were recently dishonest. Were you able to complete the 3 "restore" scenarios found in the notes? If not, what is hindering you from doing so?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/personal-reflection-you-dont-need-to-answer-this-in-your-group-if-you-dont-want-to-think-about-a-time-where-you-were-recently-dishonest-were-you-able-to-complete-the-3-restore-scenarios-fo/)
- [What in the notes did you find revealing, interesting or challenging?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-in-the-notes-did-you-find-revealing-interesting-or-challenging/)
- [How have you seen money being a competitor with Jesus in people's lives today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-seen-money-being-a-competitor-with-jesus-in-peoples-lives-today/)
- [Based on your current circumstances, what do you think the Lord wants you to do with His money?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/based-on-your-current-circumstances-what-do-you-think-the-lord-wants-you-to-do-with-his-money/)
- [Why would it be important to know that the Lord is in control of our circumstances?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-would-it-be-important-to-know-that-the-lord-is-in-control-of-our-circumstances/)
- [How have you experienced God's control of circumstances in your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-experienced-gods-control-of-circumstances-in-your-life/)
- [What does being "faithful with the little things" look like for you at this stage of your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-being-faithful-with-the-little-things-look-like-for-you-at-this-stage-of-your-life/)
- [What insights did you get from completing the Deed?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-insights-did-you-get-from-completing-the-deed/)
- [What in the notes did you find revealing, challenging or interesting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-in-the-notes-did-you-find-revealing-challenging-or-interesting/)
- [What hinders you from seeking advice?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-hinders-you-from-seeking-advice/)
- [What does biased counsel look like in our world today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-biased-counsel-look-like-in-our-world-today/)
- [What does a "slave to the lender" look like today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-a-slave-to-the-lender-look-like-today/)
- [What are things you can do to be more content?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-things-you-can-do-to-be-more-content/)
- [What is the most challenging thing, for you, when it comes to saving money?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-most-challenging-thing-for-you-when-it-comes-to-saving-money/)
- [How much will you need to save a month to meet your emergency savings goal? How long will it take you to meet that goal?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-much-will-you-need-to-save-a-month-to-meet-your-emergency-savings-goal-how-long-will-it-take-you-to-meet-that-goal/)
- [Has there ever been a time when you heard someone disrespected Jesus or Christianity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/has-there-ever-been-a-time-when-you-heard-someone-disrespected-jesus-or-christianity/)
- [What are some practices you can put into place when someone comes at you sideways about your faith in Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-practices-you-can-put-into-place-when-someone-comes-at-you-sideways-about-your-faith-in-christ/)
- [Who are three people you know that don’t know Jesus? What will it take for you to keep the conversation going with these three while you pray for God to save them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/who-are-three-people-you-know-that-dont-know-jesus-what-will-it-take-for-you-to-keep-the-conversation-going-with-these-three-while-you-pray-for-god-to-save-them/)
- [What are your thoughts about Jesus Christ being God? Is this claim true or false? Please explain your answer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-your-thoughts-about-jesus-christ-being-god-is-this-claim-true-or-false-please-explain-your-answer/)
- [What are some differences between the Jesus Muslims talk about and the Jesus we read about in the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-differences-between-the-jesus-muslims-talk-about-and-the-jesus-we-read-about-in-the-bible/)
- [Muslims and Christians both have teachings about salvation. What are the differences between the two teachings of each faith?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/muslims-and-christians-both-have-teachings-about-salvation-what-are-the-differences-between-the-two-teachings-of-each-faith/)
- [How do we know the Pope is not the head of the church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-we-know-the-pope-is-not-the-head-of-the-church/)
- [What are some Scriptures that profess Jesus is the only person who can save sinners?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-scriptures-that-profess-jesus-is-the-only-person-who-can-save-sinners/)
- [Do you know of any Roman Catholics or, are you related to any, who have not embraced Jesus as their Savior?  What can you do to intersect your life with theirs and share with them the hope you’ve found in Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-know-of-any-roman-catholics-or-are-you-related-to-any-who-have-not-embraced-jesus-as-their-savior-what-can-you-do-to-intersect-your-life-with-theirs-and-share-with-them-the-hope-you/)
- [What are your thoughts about Jesus being God? What do you think about Jesus being fully deity and fully human?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-your-thoughts-about-jesus-being-god-what-do-you-think-about-jesus-being-fully-deity-and-fully-human/)
- [Why is the resurrection important to Christians?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-resurrection-important-to-christians/)
- [How does the personhood of the Holy Spirit affect your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-personhood-of-the-holy-spirit-affect-your-life/)
- [Do you think man can ever become God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-think-man-can-ever-become-god/)
- [What are three thoughts that come to your mind when you hear “inherit the Kingdom of God?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-three-thoughts-that-come-to-your-mind-when-you-hear-inherit-the-kingdom-of-god/)
- [Do you have any close friends or family members who are part of the LGBTQ community?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-have-any-close-friends-or-family-members-who-are-part-of-the-lgbtq-community/)
- [Do you think people are “born gay?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-think-people-are-born-gay/)
- [What does your prayer life look like? How often do you pray? Are your prayers just a bunch of requests or do you mention others?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-your-prayer-life-look-like-how-often-do-you-pray-are-your-prayers-just-a-bunch-of-requests-or-do-you-mention-others/)
- [What are some ways you can express praise to God when you pray?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-ways-you-can-express-praise-to-god-when-you-pray/)
- [When you pray how much time is given to declare forgiveness to those who’ve hurt you? What about those who you have hurt?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-you-pray-how-much-time-is-given-to-declare-forgiveness-to-those-whove-hurt-you-what-about-those-who-you-have-hurt/)
- [What are your initial thoughts about the topic of fasting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-your-initial-thoughts-about-the-topic-of-fasting/)
- [What are the things you run to for comfort when life gets hard?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-things-you-run-to-for-comfort-when-life-gets-hard/)
- [What is your “story?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-your-story/)
- [What are some practices we can put into place to help us follow up with those we share our story? How do we follow up with those who refuse to put their trust in Jesus?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-practices-we-can-put-into-place-to-help-us-follow-up-with-those-we-share-our-story-how-do-we-follow-up-with-those-who-refuse-to-put-their-trust-in-jesus/)
- [What do you think about the statement in Ephesians 1:7? Can we ever out-sin God’s grace?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-about-the-statement-in-ephesians-17-can-we-ever-out-sin-gods-grace/)
- [How do you feel when you have committed a sin that you asked God to forgive you for so many times before?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-feel-when-you-have-committed-a-sin-that-you-asked-god-to-forgive-you-for-so-many-times-before/)
- [What are three substances you are currently or have wrestled with?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-three-substances-you-are-currently-or-have-wrestled-with/)
- [What would it take for you to apply God’s word when the temptation to drink or do drugs comes along?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-would-it-take-for-you-to-apply-gods-word-when-the-temptation-to-drink-or-do-drugs-comes-along/)
- [What stops you from asking God for the strength to say “no” when you’re tempted to drink or do drugs?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-stops-you-from-asking-god-for-the-strength-to-say-no-when-youre-tempted-to-drink-or-do-drugs/)
- [What are some ways you can reach out to your leaders and Christian friends when you’re wrestling with thoughts of depression and suicide?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-ways-you-can-reach-out-to-your-leaders-and-christian-friends-when-youre-wrestling-with-thoughts-of-depression-and-suicide/)
- [Do you struggle with anger? What are three ways anger keeps coming back to trouble you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-struggle-with-anger-what-are-three-ways-anger-keeps-coming-back-to-trouble-you/)
- [Why should we deal with our anger, even when we’re angry at something that’s unjust?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-should-we-deal-with-our-anger-even-when-were-angry-at-something-thats-unjust/)
- [What are you going to do share the gospel with people you’re around who don’t know Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-you-going-to-do-share-the-gospel-with-people-youre-around-who-dont-know-christ/)
- [What is one new thought you had as a result of watching the video for this lesson?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-one-new-thought-you-had-as-a-result-of-watching-the-video-for-this-lesson/)
- [What are 3 truths you understand about the Great Commission that you didn’t understand before we started this study?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-truths-you-understand-about-the-great-commission-that-you-didnt-understand-before-we-started-this-study/)
- [Do you still need any more clarity about how to start a discipleship relationship?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-still-need-any-more-clarity-about-how-to-start-a-discipleship-relationship/)
- [What do you think it means to be a follower (or disciple) of Jesus Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-it-means-to-be-a-follower-or-disciple-of-jesus-christ/)
- [Have you trusted Christ to wash away all of your sin? (NOTE: You may want to take time to lead them through the gospel and pray a prayer that makes a profession of Christ as Savior ).](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-trusted-christ-to-wash-away-all-of-your-sin-note-you-may-want-to-take-time-to-lead-them-through-the-gospel-and-pray-a-prayer-that-makes-a-profession-of-christ-as-savior/)
- [What are some ways you can deny yourself at school and at home this week?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-ways-you-can-deny-yourself-at-school-and-at-home-this-week/)
- [What are 3 ways people try to “work” at earning salvation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-ways-people-try-to-work-at-earning-salvation/)
- [Are there any relationships in your life that are keeping you from realizing the grace God is offering you in Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-there-any-relationships-in-your-life-that-are-keeping-you-from-realizing-the-grace-god-is-offering-you-in-christ/)
- [What are 3 talents you have?  Have you used these talents for your own glory or God’s?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-talents-you-have-have-you-used-these-talents-for-your-own-glory-or-gods/)
- [What can the world offer you that will tempt you to forget about God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-can-the-world-offer-you-that-will-tempt-you-to-forget-about-god/)
- [Have you ever taken the credit for an achievement instead of giving God the glory?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-taken-the-credit-for-an-achievement-instead-of-giving-god-the-glory/)
- [What are the temptations that could arise, causing you feel ashamed of Jesus? How are you going to handle them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-temptations-that-could-arise-causing-you-feel-ashamed-of-jesus-how-are-you-going-to-handle-them/)
- [What are 3 ways you can be unashamed about Jesus in your home, neighborhood, and school?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-ways-you-can-be-unashamed-about-jesus-in-your-home-neighborhood-and-school/)
- [What are some of your life experiences that influence the way you view the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-of-your-life-experiences-that-influence-the-way-you-view-the-bible/)
- [How have you allowed experiences in your life to determine what you believe? How do your beliefs compare to Scripture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-allowed-experiences-in-your-life-to-determine-what-you-believe-how-do-your-beliefs-compare-to-scripture/)
- [What are your initial thoughts about God existing as Father, Son, and Holy Spirit but still being classified as “one?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-your-initial-thoughts-about-god-existing-as-father-son-and-holy-spirit-but-still-being-classified-as-one/)
- [Have any of your life experiences been like those of Joseph?  Have you ever felt abandoned by God like Joseph did?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/question-have-any-of-your-life-experiences-been-like-those-of-joseph-have-you-ever-felt-abandoned-by-god-like-joseph-did/)
- [If someone told you, “Jesus never claimed to be God,” how would you respond to them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-someone-told-you-jesus-never-claimed-to-be-god-how-would-you-respond-to-them/)
- [How does Jesus’ declaration and demonstration to be God impact your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-jesus-declaration-and-demonstration-to-be-god-impact-your-life/)
- [What are your thoughts regarding the actions of Ananias and his wife?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-your-thoughts-regarding-the-actions-of-ananias-and-his-wife/)
- [What thoughts enter your mind regarding the Holy Spirit being a person?  How does the personhood of the Holy Spirit affect your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-thoughts-enter-your-mind-regarding-the-holy-spirit-being-a-person-how-does-the-personhood-of-the-holy-spirit-affect-your-life/)
- [What does it mean to be saved by grace?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-to-be-saved-by-grace/)
- [Do you consider yourself to be a “sinner?”  How do you feel about Scripture making the case that we are all born in sin and slaves to sin?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-consider-yourself-to-be-a-sinner-how-do-you-feel-about-scripture-making-the-case-that-we-are-all-born-in-sin-and-slaves-to-sin/)
- [In what ways can the Church seem like a family?  What are some practices you can put in place to become more close to the people in your local church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-can-the-church-seem-like-a-family-what-are-some-practices-you-can-put-in-place-to-become-more-close-to-the-people-in-your-local-church/)
- [What are 3 things that come to you mind when you hear the word “church?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-things-that-come-to-you-mind-when-you-hear-the-word-church/)
- [What are 3 ways that you are unique?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-ways-that-you-are-unique/)
- [How many of you have ever been disrespected because of your race or, because you were poor or, because of the neighborhood you come from?  How did that make you feel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-many-of-you-have-ever-been-disrespected-because-of-your-race-or-because-you-were-poor-or-because-of-the-neighborhood-you-come-from-how-did-that-make-you-feel/)
- [What are some of the ways creation rules over human beings?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-of-the-ways-creation-rules-over-human-beings/)
- [What are 3 ways we can take care of creation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-ways-we-can-take-care-of-creation/)
- [Why is it important for us to work?  What career do you desire to have? How are you preparing to work in this field (i.e. college, Vo-tech school, etc.)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-important-for-us-to-work-what-career-do-you-desire-to-have-how-are-you-preparing-to-work-in-this-field-i-e-college-vo-tech-school-etc/)
- [What does your relationship to God look like? What broken relationships do you want to see healing in?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-your-relationship-to-god-look-like-what-broken-relationships-do-you-want-to-see-healing-in/)
- [What are 3 ways sin has ruined the relationships in your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-3-ways-sin-has-ruined-the-relationships-in-your-life/)
- [What are some of the ways you’ve naturally committed sins? What are some ways sin has affected your relationship with God and others?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-of-the-ways-youve-naturally-committed-sins-what-are-some-ways-sin-has-affected-your-relationship-with-god-and-others/)
- [How does the enemy sow seeds of doubt about God’s word in our minds today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-enemy-sow-seeds-of-doubt-about-gods-word-in-our-minds-today/)
- [What sins have held mastery over you in your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-sins-have-held-mastery-over-you-in-your-life/)
- [How do you feel when your sins are exposed?  Adam and Eve tried to cover themselves with leaves but it didn’t to the job. What are the things you try to cover yourself with when your sins are exposed (i.e. “good behavior,” saying “I’m sorry,” “going to church,” etc.)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-feel-when-your-sins-are-exposed-adam-and-eve-tried-to-cover-themselves-with-leaves-but-it-didnt-to-the-job-what-are-the-things-you-try-to-cover-yourself-with-when-your-sins-are/)
- [Why do you think God designed it so there’s only one acceptable form of payment for our sins? What do you think it takes for all of our sins to be wiped away?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-god-designed-it-so-theres-only-one-acceptable-form-of-payment-for-our-sins-what-do-you-think-it-takes-for-all-of-our-sins-to-be-wiped-away/)
- [What do you think about this passage saying Jesus being fully God, added to His nature, full humanity, so He could feel what we feel and understand our circumstances?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-about-this-passage-saying-jesus-being-fully-god-added-to-his-nature-full-humanity-so-he-could-feel-what-we-feel-and-understand-our-circumstances/)
- [After hearing what Jesus has done what thoughts come to your mind about how his life can affect yours?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/after-hearing-what-jesus-has-done-what-thoughts-come-to-your-mind-about-how-his-life-can-affect-yours/)
- [What comes to your mind when you hear the words “eternal life?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-comes-to-your-mind-when-you-hear-the-words-eternal-life/)
- [What does it look like to live like you have “eternal life?”  What are some changes that should take place in your decision making process now that you have eternal life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-look-like-to-live-like-you-have-eternal-life-what-are-some-changes-that-should-take-place-in-your-decision-making-process-now-that-you-have-eternal-life/)
- [What hope does Jesus’ resurrection give us?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-hope-does-jesus-resurrection-give-us/)
- [Has there ever been a time in your life when you thought God did not exist?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/has-there-ever-been-a-time-in-your-life-when-you-thought-god-did-not-exist/)
- [What are some evidences you’ve heard people use to support their claim that “God does not exist?”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-evidences-youve-heard-people-use-to-support-their-claim-that-god-does-not-exist-2/)
- [Have you had any life experiences that you don’t understand why you had to go through them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-had-any-life-experiences-that-you-dont-understand-why-you-had-to-go-through-them/)
- [Can you see how those experiences, once you’ve healed from them, could be used to help someone else out later in your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/can-you-see-how-those-experiences-once-youve-healed-from-them-could-be-used-to-help-someone-else-out-later-in-your-life/)
- [What are three things about yourself you wish you could change?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-three-things-about-yourself-you-wish-you-could-change/)
- [After reading the Scriptures we’ve worked through, do you believe that God sees you as his masterpiece and not a mistake? Explain your answer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/after-reading-the-scriptures-weve-worked-through-do-you-believe-that-god-sees-you-as-his-masterpiece-and-not-a-mistake-explain-your-answer/)
- [What seasons of life mentioned in Ecclesiastes have you lived through?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-seasons-of-life-mentioned-in-ecclesiastes-have-you-lived-through/)
- [How has your life experiences effected your desire to know God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-your-life-experiences-effected-your-desire-to-know-god/)
- [What do you think it means to love God perfectly?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-it-means-to-love-god-perfectly/)
- [In what ways do you want your brothers and sisters of the faith to be dedicated to you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-do-you-want-your-brothers-and-sisters-of-the-faith-to-be-dedicated-to-you/)
- [What are some practices you can put in your life, to show your commitment to your brothers and sisters in the faith?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-practices-you-can-put-in-your-life-to-show-your-commitment-to-your-brothers-and-sisters-in-the-faith/)
- [How is God, through you, using your brokenness to reach others?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-god-through-you-using-your-brokenness-to-reach-others/)
- [What “broken” parts in your life do you want God to make beautiful?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-broken-parts-in-your-life-do-you-want-god-to-make-beautiful/)
- [We have reached the end of this course. Pause and reflect—how has this course helped you the most? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/we-have-reached-the-end-of-this-course-pause-and-reflect-how-has-this-course-helped-you-the-most-explain/)
- [Since you were uniquely “created in Christ Jesus to do good works” (Ephesians 2:10), you must prioritize your goals according to Christ’s priorities. List your top three most important “good works” and why they are so important to you and God. Discuss and encourage each other.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/since-you-were-uniquely-created-in-christ-jesus-to-do-good-works-ephesians-210-you-must-prioritize-your-goals-according-to-christs-priorities-list-your-top-three-most-i/)
- [Review Secret #1 (Pursue a closer personal relationship with the Lord) and Secret #2 (Cleanse your conduct, character, and core motives). Choose one of these and discuss here specific strategies and things you will do this week to employ that secret in your life. Make a plan to continue this in the weeks to come.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/review-secret-1-pursue-a-closer-personal-relationship-with-the-lord-and-secret-2-cleanse-your-conduct-character-and-core-motives-choose-one-of-these-and-discuss-here-specific-strategies-and-t/)
- [The greater we use catalytic faith, the more we must take risks and trust God. How can you overcome your fears with Christ’s promise that “If you can believe, all things are possible to him who believes” (Mark 9:23 NKJV)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-greater-we-use-catalytic-faith-the-more-we-must-take-risks-and-trust-god-how-can-you-overcome-your-fears-with-christs-promise-that-if-you-can-believe-all-things-are-possible-t/)
- [Think through the five catalytic areas. Which one touched your heart the most and you longed to unlock more of your faith in that area? What did you desire?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/think-through-the-five-catalytic-areas-which-one-touched-your-heart-the-most-and-you-longed-to-unlock-more-of-your-faith-in-that-area-what-did-you-desire/)
- [By investigating those five Triggers of Unbelief, you are now equipped to recognize when unbelief is being triggered in your life. How can Romans 8:35–37 defeat any and all Unbelief Triggers in your life? ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/by-investigating-those-five-triggers-of-unbelief-you-are-now-equipped-to-recognize-when-unbelief-is-being-triggered-in-your-life-how-can-romans-835-37-defeat-any-and-all-unbelief-triggers-i/)
- [This session purposefully pushed you “into the corner” by focusing on the most extreme Unbelief Triggers. Undoubtedly you wrestled with some strong or negative emotions. Describe how you think God feels when we rise above His wisdom and judge Him as unjust or unloving because we can only see life from our perspective and not His. ](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/this-session-purposefully-pushed-you-into-the-corner-by-focusing-on-the-most-extreme-unbelief-triggers-undoubtedly-you-wrestled-with-some-strong-or-negative-emotions-describe-how-y/)
- [Which of the five Triggers of Unbelief can you relate to most? What practical steps can you take to “pull out” this/these trigger(s) from your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-five-triggers-of-unbelief-can-you-relate-to-most-what-practical-steps-can-you-take-to-pull-out-this-these-triggers-from-your-life/)
- [Let’s practice using Step #2, “Remember God’s Works.” Take 60 seconds to list miracles and works of God from both the Old and New Testament, or ways God has worked in your life. List as many as you can!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/lets-practice-using-step-2-remember-gods-works-take-60-seconds-to-list-miracles-and-works-of-god-from-both-the-old-and-new-testament-or-ways-god-has-worked-in-y/)
- [How did you process the biblical insight that we can take steps to increase our faith when it begins to weaken? Did you find newfound hope in these steps? Which step will you likely use the most?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-you-process-the-biblical-insight-that-we-can-take-steps-to-increase-our-faith-when-it-begins-to-weaken-did-you-find-newfound-hope-in-these-steps-which-step-will-you-likely-use-the-most/)
- [Discuss practical steps you can take in your life to replace complaining with rejoicing.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-practical-steps-you-can-take-in-your-life-to-replace-complaining-with-rejoicing/)
- [For many people, the most life-changing insight of this session is the role and seriousness of our complaining. Describe how your life would change if you absolutely stopped all internal and external complaining.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/for-many-people-the-most-life-changing-insight-of-this-session-is-the-role-and-seriousness-of-our-complaining-describe-how-your-life-would-change-if-you-absolutely-stopped-all-internal-and-external/)
- [When we think we are only complaining about a distressing situation, how are we actually complaining against God? Discuss God’s perspective and contrast His with ours.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-we-think-we-are-only-complaining-about-a-distressing-situation-how-are-we-actually-complaining-against-god-discuss-gods-perspective-and-contrast-his-with-ours/)
- [Nearly everyone identifies with the Loop Pattern when the Lord reteaches and retests us—because we repeatedly fail His test. Common Loops focus on our finances, broken relationships, and our response to authority. Describe one Loop in your life. Privately write down what you’d like to tell the Lord about it or share that here if you are comfortable doing so.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/nearly-everyone-identifies-with-the-loop-pattern-when-the-lord-reteaches-and-retests-us-because-we-repeatedly-fail-his-test-common-loops-focus-on-our-finances-broken-relationships-and-our-r/)
- [Most of us can identify the words, “It’s just not worth it” when enduring a test of faith. Describe how the “Cost-to-Benefit” chart challenged that thinking.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/most-of-us-can-identify-the-words-its-just-not-worth-it-when-enduring-a-test-of-faith-describe-how-the-cost-to-benefit-chart-challenged-that-thinking/)
- [Think back over your life and share one difficult test of faith you experienced. Which pattern was it? How did you feel during the process?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/think-back-over-your-life-and-share-one-difficult-test-of-faith-you-experienced-which-pattern-was-it-how-did-you-feel-during-the-process/)
- [Responding with “joy” and “rejoicing” in your tests brings great freedom and peace to us—and joy to the Lord because it proves you really understand God’s heart and motives. Briefly explain how you’re going to respond in your next test of faith. (You can also write a short note to yourself outside of this discussion forum about how you will respond in your next test of faith. Keep this note and read it when you are tested.)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/responding-with-joy-and-rejoicing-in-your-tests-brings-great-freedom-and-peace-to-us-and-joy-to-the-lord-because-it-proves-you-really-understand-god/)
- [How are you going to successfully handle the next Belief Test that challenges you in your weakest area? You’ll move into doubting and questioning God, right before unbelief raises its ugly head in rebellion. What steps will you take to reverse your path and pass the next Belief Test?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-are-you-going-to-successfully-handle-the-next-belief-test-that-challenges-you-in-your-weakest-area-youll-move-into-doubting-and-questioning-god-right-before-unbelief-raises-its-ugly-hea/)
- [The deepest Belief Test focuses on the question “Why?”—the Purpose of God. List three statements or questions where we challenge God’s Purpose when we are suffering under despair, like “How could a good God allow that to happen?” How would you respond to those questions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-deepest-belief-test-focuses-on-the-question-why-the-purpose-of-god-list-three-statements-or-questions-where-we-challenge-gods-purpose-when-we-are-suffering-und/)
- [If you are in the middle of a test right now, which of the steps discussed in this lesson could you use right now? How can you implement them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-are-in-the-middle-of-a-test-right-now-which-of-the-steps-discussed-in-this-lesson-could-you-use-right-now-how-can-you-implement-them/)
- [List as many differences as you can between how God feels about the tests of faith and how most people feel. Have you been able to agree with the Lord’s perspective yet? How would it change your life if you did?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/list-as-many-differences-as-you-can-between-how-god-feels-about-the-tests-of-faith-and-how-most-people-feel-have-you-been-able-to-agree-with-the-lords-perspective-yet-how-would-it-change-yo/)
- [Describe a couple of ways that your ideas and feelings about the trials and tests you experience changed as a result of this lesson.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-a-couple-of-ways-that-your-ideas-and-feelings-about-the-trials-and-tests-you-experience-changed-as-a-result-of-this-lesson/)
- [Are you currently involved in any type of sports ministry? If so, how do you see yourself implementing any of the four key success principles described by Colin Pinkney (Preparation, Engagement, Persistence, Patience)? How could you improve your implementation of any of these? (If you are not currently involved in sports ministry, how do you envision yourself implementing one of these principles in your future ministry?)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/1-are-you-currently-involved-in-any-type-of-sports-ministry-if-so-how-do-you-see-yourself-implementing-any-of-the-four-key-success-principles-described-by-colin-pinkney-preparation-engagement-pe/)
- [In this lesson, what two tips on leading small groups helped you the most?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-what-two-tips-on-leading-small-groups-helped-you-the-most/)
- [How might you implement the tips you found most helpful in your next small-group meeting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-might-you-implement-them-in-your-next-small-group-meeting/)
- [Describe a "code of conduct" you'd like to write for your group. Can you think of additional or different criteria than what was shared in the lesson? If so, what does the new criteria contribute?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-a-code-of-conduct-youd-like-to-write-for-your-group-can-you-think-of-additional-or-different-criteria-than-what-was-shared-in-the-lesson-if-so-what-does-the-new-criteria-contribute/)
- [Fleceia Comeaux discusses the importance of displaying the fruit of the Spirit to others. Has anyone ever displayed the fruit of the Spirit to you in a way that impacted you? Describe.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/fleceia-comeaux-discusses-the-importance-of-displaying-the-fruit-of-the-spirit-to-others-has-anyone-ever-displayed-the-fruit-of-the-spirit-to-you-in-a-way-that-impacted-you-describe/)
- [How does 2 Peter 1:3–8 relate to the fruit of the Spirit?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-2-peter-13-8-relate-to-the-fruit-of-the-spirit/)
- [Which of the tools recommended in this lesson stood out to you as most interesting and/or potentially helpful in your specific ministry? Why? How might you incorporate that tool in your ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-tools-recommended-in-this-lesson-stood-out-to-you-as-most-interesting-and-or-potentially-helpful-in-your-specific-ministry-why-how-might-you-incorporate-that-tool-in-your-ministry/)
- [Explain, in your own words, how teammates can be a valuable asset in teaching spiritual disciplines. If you’ve seen an example of this in your own life, please share.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-how-teammates-can-be-a-valuable-asset-in-teaching-spiritual-disciplines-if-youve-seen-an-example-of-this-in-your-own-life-please-share/)
- [Is limited time a challenge to discipleship in your current ministry? If so, how has this lesson helped you reexamine how you might disciple those in your care? If not, what are some things you do to develop disciples with limited time?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-limited-time-a-challenge-to-discipleship-in-your-current-ministry-if-so-how-has-this-lesson-helped-you-reexamine-how-you-might-disciple-those-in-your-care-if-not-what-are-some-things-you-do-to/)
- [What are some ways you can encourage athletes in your care to be holy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-ways-you-can-encourage-athletes-in-your-care-to-be-holy/)
- [Which part of the PRAY acrostic is easiest for you? Which is the most challenging? Identify practical ways you can incorporate at least one of these best practices into your ministry.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-part-of-the-pray-acrostic-is-easiest-for-you-which-is-the-most-challenging-identify-practical-ways-you-can-incorporate-at-least-one-of-these-best-practices-into-your-ministry/)
- [Explain, in your own words, the importance of discipleship.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-the-importance-of-discipleship/)
- [Are you currently using social media for ministry purposes? If so, how are you using it, for what purpose, and has it been effective in achieving that purpose? If not, why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-you-currently-using-social-media-for-ministry-purposes-if-so-how-are-you-using-it-for-what-purpose-and-has-it-been-effective-in-achieving-that-purpose-if-not-why-not/)
- [Consider your audience/potential audience for your ministry’s social media. What do you think that audience is looking for from your social media content? What platform(s) do they frequent? What kind of content do you think would reach them most effectively? How frequently do you think they would want to see posts? Explain your answer to each of these questions.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/consider-your-audience-potential-audience-for-your-ministrys-social-media-what-do-you-think-that-audience-is-looking-for-from-your-social-media-content-what-platforms-do-they-frequent-wh/)
- [Based on what you learned in this lesson, what are some steps you could take right now to better minister to those you serve, in terms of their mental health?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/based-on-what-you-learned-in-this-lesson-what-are-some-steps-you-could-take-right-now-to-better-minister-to-those-you-serve-in-terms-of-their-mental-health/)
- [Was anything in this lesson surprising to you? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/was-anything-in-this-lesson-surprising-to-you-explain/)
- [Have you ever said any of the “don’t-says” (or had them said to you)? Can you see why the statements in this list are unhelpful? Keep in mind that the list of “don’t-says” provided in this lesson is not exhaustive; there are plenty of others not listed here!](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-said-any-of-the-dont-says-or-had-them-said-to-you-can-you-see-why-the-statements-in-this-list-are-unhelpful-keep-in-mind-that-the-list-of-don/)
- [What are some methods of self-care or support resources you use? What works and what doesn’t work? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-methods-of-self-care-or-support-resources-you-use-what-works-and-what-doesnt-work-explain/)
- [Did anything surprise you about the NOVA response method discussed in this lesson? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/did-anything-surprise-you-about-the-nova-response-method-discussed-in-this-lesson-explain/)
- [Have you ever responded to someone experiencing a crisis? Compare/contrast your response to the method discussed in this lesson.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-responded-to-someone-experiencing-a-crisis-compare-contrast-your-response-to-the-method-discussed-in-this-lesson/)
- [Had you ever previously considered that something like losing a wallet could present a crisis in someone’s life? How does this lesson affect how you view crisis?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/had-you-ever-previously-considered-that-something-like-losing-a-wallet-could-present-a-crisis-in-someones-life-how-does-this-lesson-affect-how-you-view-crisis/)
- [Do you feel equipped to help someone deal with a crisis? Why or why not? What do you feel you still need in order to more effectively minister to people in times of crisis?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-feel-equipped-to-help-someone-deal-with-a-crisis-why-or-why-not-what-do-you-feel-you-still-need-in-order-to-more-effectively-minister-to-people-in-times-of-crisis/)
- [Have you had any experience ministering to athletes’ families? If so, what were some ways you ministered to family members and how did that contribute to your relationship with the athlete? If not, which of the ideas presented in this lesson seem like something you could integrate into your ministry in the future? How might you implement that?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-had-any-experience-ministering-to-athletes-families-if-so-what-were-some-ways-you-ministered-to-family-members-and-how-did-that-contribute-to-your-relationship-with-the-athlete-if/)
- [In this lesson, George Gregory identified several practical ways to embody the presence of Christ to your athletes’ families. Can you think of any additional ways to do this? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-george-gregory-identified-several-practical-ways-to-embody-the-presence-of-christ-to-your-athletes-families-can-you-think-of-any-additional-ways-to-do-this-explain/)
- [Describe, in your own words, the importance of building meaningful relationships with the athletes you serve/plan to serve. How might your ministry look different without solid, meaningful relationships?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-in-your-own-words-the-importance-of-building-meaningful-relationships-with-the-athletes-you-serve-plan-to-serve-how-might-your-ministry-look-different-without-solid-meaningful-relationshi/)
- [Do any of the five “C’s” discussed in this lesson stand out to you as an opportunity for improvement in your ministry? What changes will you make to improve in this area of relationship-building? Be specific.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-any-of-the-five-cs-discussed-in-this-lesson-stand-out-to-you-as-an-opportunity-for-improvement-in-your-ministry-what-changes-will-you-make-to-improve-in-this-area-of-rel/)
- [In this lesson, Roger Lipe focused on a comparison between sports fans and high-profile athletes. Where do you think a high school or non-high-profile college athlete fits into this spectrum? What techniques do you think would most effectively communicate with that audience and why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-roger-lipe-focused-on-a-comparison-between-sports-fans-and-high-profile-athletes-where-do-you-think-a-high-school-or-non-high-profile-college-athlete-fits-into-this-spectrum-what-tec/)
- [Consider your audience or prospective audience for sports ministry. What characterizes their culture and mindset? How can you best tailor your communication to fit their needs based on what you learned in this lesson?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/consider-your-audience-or-prospective-audience-for-sports-ministry-what-characterizes-their-culture-and-mindset-how-can-you-best-tailor-your-communication-to-fit-their-needs-based-on-what-you-learne/)
- [Is there any part of this lesson you struggle with? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-there-any-part-of-this-lesson-you-struggle-with-explain/)
- [Describe, in your own words, how you think you can find common ground with someone who seems completely wrong. If possible, provide an example.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-in-your-own-words-how-you-think-you-can-find-common-ground-with-someone-who-seems-completely-wrong-if-possible-provide-an-example/)
- [Explain, in your own words, what it means to be a guest in the clubhouse as it applies to your particular sport and level of sport of the athletes you serve or plan to serve. What are some practical ways you can conduct yourself as a guest in their clubhouse?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-what-it-means-to-be-a-guest-in-the-clubhouse-as-it-applies-to-your-particular-sport-and-level-of-sport-of-the-athletes-you-serve-or-plan-to-serve-what-are-some-practical-w/)
- [In this lesson, Jeff Totten discusses introductions. How do you approach introductions with your organization? Have you found your methods to be effective? If you haven’t yet served in sports ministry, how might you handle introductions in the future (explain in detail).](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-jeff-totten-discusses-introductions-how-do-you-approach-introductions-with-your-organization-have-you-found-your-methods-to-be-effective-if-you-havent-yet-served-in-sports/)
- [In this lesson, Brian Smith encourages those involved in sports ministry to remember their identity. Have you struggled with this? What steps can you take to remember your identity on a daily basis?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-brian-smith-encourages-those-involved-in-sports-ministry-to-remember-their-identity-have-you-struggled-with-this-what-steps-can-you-take-to-remember-your-identity-on-a-daily-basis/)
- [In your area of ministry, who have you overlooked that you can make time to engage with? How will this help you develop a servant’s heart?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-area-of-ministry-who-have-you-overlooked-that-you-can-make-time-to-engage-with-how-will-this-help-you-develop-a-servants-heart/)
- [Explain, in your own words, why the misplaced value of false image is so dangerous, specifically in sports.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-why-the-misplaced-value-of-false-image-is-so-dangerous-specifically-in-sports/)
- [Have you ever been impacted personally by any of the misplaced values discussed in this lesson? How might you use your personal experience to bring kingdom values to those you will serve in sports ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-been-impacted-personally-by-any-of-the-misplaced-values-discussed-in-this-lesson-how-might-you-use-your-personal-experience-to-bring-kingdom-values-to-those-you-will-serve-in-sports-min/)
- [Do you currently, or do you think you might, struggle with any of the four success principles (Preparation, Engagement, Persistence, Patience)? For example, do you find it difficult to be patient or find it frustrating when you don’t have the access you would like to have? How might you overcome this?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/2-do-you-currently-or-do-you-think-you-might-struggle-with-any-of-the-four-success-principles-preparation-engagement-persistence-patience-for-example-do-you-find-it-difficult-to-be-patient-o/)
- [Why did God tell Hosea to marry a wife of whoredom?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-did-god-tell-hosea-to-marry-a-wife-of-whoredom/)
- [What significance for Hosea's overall message do we gain from the closure of his book in chapter 14 verse 9?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-significance-for-hoseas-overall-message-do-we-gain-from-the-closure-of-his-book-in-chapter-14-verse-9/)
- [Why does the Old Testament refer to Israel and Judah as two different kingdoms or nations of God's people?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-the-old-testament-refer-to-israel-and-judah-as-two-different-kingdoms-or-nations-of-gods-people/)
- [How did the Holy Spirit inspire biblical writers like Hosea to write down what he wanted them to say?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-the-holy-spirit-inspire-biblical-writers-like-hosea-to-write-down-what-he-wanted-them-to-say/)
- [Why is it important for the church to continue to fulfill the Great Commission Jesus gave to the first disciples? What does this commission include?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-important-for-the-church-to-continue-to-fulfill-the-great-commission-jesus-gave-to-the-first-disciples-what-does-this-commission-include/)
- [Why do you think Jesus chose Mount Arbel to deliver both the Sermon on the Mount and the Great Commission?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-jesus-chose-mount-arbel-to-deliver-both-the-sermon-on-the-mount-and-the-great-commission/)
- [Have you ever considered how what happened on Mount Arbel changed your life? How does it feel to consider that?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-considered-how-what-happened-on-mount-arbel-changed-your-life-how-does-it-feel-to-consider-that/)
- [What does the high place at Dan reveal to us about the nation of Israel at that time?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-the-high-place-at-dan-reveal-to-us-about-the-nation-of-israel-at-that-time/)
- [Had you ever previously considered the location at which Jesus asked His disciples who they thought He was? How has your perspective on that event changed since viewing this lecture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/had-you-ever-previously-considered-the-location-at-which-jesus-asked-his-disciples-who-they-thought-he-was-how-has-your-perspective-on-that-event-changed-since-viewing-this-lecture/)
- [How does learning about the geographical implication of these two miracles impact your understanding of their significance?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-learning-about-the-geographical-implication-of-these-two-miracles-impact-your-understanding-of-their-significance/)
- [Describe, in your own words, how the healing of the demon-possessed man relates to the feeding of the 4,000.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-in-your-own-words-how-the-healing-of-the-demon-possessed-man-relates-to-the-feeding-of-the-4000/)
- [What was Jesus’ purpose for teaching in the area of the Gentile Decapolis cities?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-was-jesus-purpose-for-teaching-in-the-area-of-the-gentile-decapolis-cities/)
- [Jack says, “I find the picture of Jesus as my King to be a very powerful and a very attractive one. . . . He is there to protect me, and He’s there to give my life meaningful direction.” How do you relate to this sentiment?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/jack-says-i-find-the-picture-of-jesus-as-my-king-to-be-a-very-powerful-and-a-very-attractive-one-he-is-there-to-protect-me-and-hes-there-to-give-my-life-meaningful-direction/)
- [How does an understanding of the geographical context surrounding Jesus’ entrance into Jerusalem inform your understanding of this part of Scripture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-an-understanding-of-the-geographical-context-surrounding-jesus-entrance-into-jerusalem-inform-your-understanding-of-this-part-of-scripture/)
- [Do you think people today make the same connections between stories of the Old and New Testament as in the first century? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-think-people-today-make-the-same-connections-between-stories-of-the-old-and-new-testament-as-in-the-first-century-why-or-why-not/)
- [Had you ever previously reflected on the connection between Jesus’ miracle in Nain and the miracle performed by Elisha at Shunem? How might this impact your perspective of these two stories?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/had-you-ever-previously-reflected-on-the-connection-between-jesus-miracle-in-nain-and-the-miracle-performed-by-elisha-at-shunem-how-might-this-impact-your-perspective-of-these-two-stories/)
- [How does seeing the geography of Nazareth, Nain, and Shunem affect your perspective of the events that took place in these locations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-seeing-the-geography-of-nazareth-nain-and-shunem-affect-your-perspective-of-the-events-that-took-place-in-these-locations/)
- [How does seeing the actual ecosystem Jesus and the Israelites experienced change your perspective on the wilderness experience of both?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-seeing-the-actual-ecosystem-jesus-and-the-israelites-experienced-change-your-perspective-on-the-wilderness-experience-of-both/)
- [How do you see the stories of the Bible relating to one another? Do you see an overall story that runs from Genesis to Revelation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-see-the-stories-of-the-bible-relating-to-one-another-do-you-see-an-overall-story-that-runs-from-genesis-to-revelation/)
- [Describe, in your own words, the significance of the meaning of the word “Bethlehem.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-in-your-own-words-the-significance-of-the-meaning-of-the-word-bethlehem/)
- [How did the events that took place in Bethlehem related to Ruth, David, and Jesus compare to God’s provision for mankind?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-the-events-that-took-place-in-bethlehem-related-to-ruth-david-and-jesus-compare-to-gods-provision-for-mankind/)
- [Do you know of any other sacred books that contain prophetic statements? What does this mean regarding how you view the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-know-of-any-other-sacred-books-that-contain-prophetic-statements-what-does-this-mean-regarding-how-you-view-the-bible/)
- [Do you feel it is important that the Bible contains prophetic statements? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-feel-it-is-important-that-the-bible-contains-prophetic-statements-why-or-why-not/)
- [What importance does the geography of the biblical land play in understanding the biblical narrative?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-importance-does-the-geography-of-the-biblical-land-play-in-understanding-the-biblical-narrative/)
- [How does Jesus being the Good Shepherd affect our lives as His followers?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-jesus-being-the-good-shepherd-affect-our-lives-as-his-followers/)
- [Why did David not kill Saul when he had an opportunity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-did-david-not-kill-saul-when-he-had-an-opportunity/)
- [What did the oasis of Ein Gedi offer David that he and his men desperately needed during their time in the Judean Wilderness?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-the-oasis-of-ein-gedi-offer-david-that-he-and-his-men-desperately-needed-during-their-time-in-the-judean-wilderness/)
- [How did Jesus’ time in the wilderness weaken Him physically and mentally prior to the temptation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-jesus-time-in-the-wilderness-weaken-him-physically-and-mentally-prior-to-the-temptation/)
- [How was the experience of Jesus in the wilderness similar to and different from Israel’s experience in the wilderness?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-was-the-experience-of-jesus-in-the-wilderness-similar-to-and-different-from-israels-experience-in-the-wilderness/)
- [What geographical and cultural realities distinguish the Coastal Plain from other places in the Promised Land?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-geographical-and-cultural-realities-distinguish-the-coastal-plain-from-other-places-in-the-promised-land/)
- [What made the Promised Land an international hub of exchange?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-made-the-promised-land-an-international-hub-of-exchange/)
- [What made Jaffa a comfortable place for Peter to live?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-made-jaffa-a-comfortable-place-for-peter-to-live/)
- [How were Jerusalem, Jaffa, and Caesarea similar to and different from one another?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-were-jerusalem-jaffa-and-caesarea-similar-to-and-different-from-one-another/)
- [Describe how difficult it can be to see that the battle is the Lord’s.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-how-difficult-it-can-be-to-see-that-the-battle-is-the-lords/)
- [Why was victory at the Benjamin Plateau so critical to Israel’s future battles?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-was-victory-at-the-benjamin-plateau-so-critical-to-israels-future-battles/)
- [Describe the way in which this region became an intersection.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-way-in-which-this-region-became-an-intersection/)
- [How is the story of Philip and the Ethiopian eunuch unique among the collection of Shephelah stories in the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-the-story-of-philip-and-the-ethiopian-eunuch-unique-among-the-collection-of-shephelah-stories-in-the-bible/)
- [Explain how the geography of the Shephelah makes it a “meeting place.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-how-the-geography-of-the-shephelah-makes-it-a-meeting-place/)
- [Compare and contrast the courage, intelligence, and faith seen in David versus King Saul.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/compare-and-contrast-the-courage-intelligence-and-faith-seen-in-david-versus-king-saul/)
- [The first three verses of this story are filled with geographic detail. What role do those details play in this story?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-first-three-verses-of-this-story-are-filled-with-geographic-detail-what-role-do-those-details-play-in-this-story/)
- [Christians differ over their understanding of the theory of Evolution. How do you view this scientific theory and how does your perspective relate to your Christian faith?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/christians-differ-over-their-understanding-of-the-theory-of-evolution-how-do-you-view-this-scientific-theory-and-how-does-your-perspective-relate-to-your-christian-faith/)
- [What are some reasons why Christianity cannot be blended with other religions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-reasons-why-christianity-cannot-be-blended-with-other-religions/)
- [What are some similarities and differences between Jesus and the Buddha?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-similarities-and-differences-between-jesus-and-the-buddha/)
- [How can we dispute Islam’s claim that Jesus was only a prophet?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-we-dispute-islams-claim-that-jesus-was-only-a-prophet/)
- [What does the Quran mistakenly claim about the Trinity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-the-quran-mistakenly-claim-about-the-trinity/)
- [How does Christianity explain good and evil? How does Christianity uniquely address the problem of suffering? What tools are we given in the face of suffering?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-christianity-explain-good-and-evil-how-does-christianity-uniquely-address-the-problem-of-suffering-what-tools-are-we-given-in-the-face-of-suffering/)
- [Why can Jesus not simply be a guru or yogi, as Eastern religions define these words?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-can-jesus-not-simply-be-a-guru-or-yogi-as-eastern-religions-define-these-words/)
- [What is some evidence against Jesus being a lunatic?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-some-evidence-against-jesus-being-a-lunatic/)
- [What is the argument against Jesus’ spirit ascending to “a higher level” after His death (instead of the resurrection)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-argument-against-jesus-spirit-ascending-to-a-higher-level-after-his-death-instead-of-the-resurrection/)
- [What are some of the examples shared by Dr. Groothuis which provide evidence for Jesus’ resurrection?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-of-the-examples-shared-by-dr-groothuis-which-provide-evidence-for-jesus-resurrection/)
- [What are some advantages of the deposed royalty argument?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-advantages-of-the-deposed-royalty-argument/)
- [If God is the basis for morality, why is morality not arbitrary or changing?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-god-is-the-basis-for-morality-why-is-morality-not-arbitrary-or-changing/)
- [Why is morality not necessarily tied to culture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-morality-not-necessarily-tied-to-culture/)
- [If God is the creator, designer, and lawgiver, He speaks to us in three forms. Identify these and share how you have observed this to be true.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-god-is-the-creator-designer-and-lawgiver-he-speaks-to-us-in-three-forms-identify-these-and-share-how-you-have-observed-this-to-be-true/)
- [Why is Christianity not a “white man’s religion?” Provide a Scripture passage to support your answer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-christianity-not-a-white-mans-religion-provide-a-scripture-passage-to-support-your-answer/)
- [List two types of natural theology. Which one makes the most sense to you and why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/list-two-types-of-natural-theology-which-one-makes-the-most-sense-to-you-and-why/)
- [The first premise of the Kalam Cosmological Argument says that whatever begins to exist has a cause of its existence. Why is God not bound by this premise?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-first-premise-of-the-kalam-cosmological-argument-says-that-whatever-begins-to-exist-has-a-cause-of-its-existence-why-is-god-not-bound-by-this-premise/)
- [According to Dr. Groothuis, what are the weaknesses of Darwinism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-groothuis-what-are-the-weaknesses-of-darwinism/)
- [What are some strengths of the idea of intelligent design?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-strengths-of-the-idea-of-intelligent-design/)
- [What is a simple explanation of apologetics? What is apologetics not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-a-simple-explanation-of-apologetics-what-is-apologetics-not/)
- [Give a couple of examples from 1 Peter 3:15–16 as to why and how we should embrace apologetics in our faith journey.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/give-a-couple-of-examples-from-1-peter-315-16-as-to-why-and-how-we-should-embrace-apologetics-in-our-faith-journey/)
- [Why does Dr. Groothuis use the “cumulative case” as his apologetic method for Christianity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-dr-groothuis-use-the-cumulative-case-as-his-apologetic-method-for-christianity/)
- [What is the purpose of defending truth?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-purpose-of-defending-truth/)
- [How is Christianity more than just a worldview? Provide some examples.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-christianity-more-than-just-a-worldview-provide-some-examples/)
- [Why is Megiddo such a strategic location for battles?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-megiddo-such-a-strategic-location-for-battles/)
- [What was the relationship between people and water in the Old Testament?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-was-the-relationship-between-people-and-water-in-the-old-testament/)
- [Why was the Jezreel Valley such a prize to be won during the biblical period?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-was-the-jezreel-valley-such-a-prize-to-be-won-during-the-biblical-period/)
- [Is it important to identify locations in the world that are associated with the life of Jesus? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-it-important-to-identify-locations-in-the-world-that-are-associated-with-the-life-of-jesus-explain/)
- [What lessons do you think Israel learned by living in such a harsh land?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-lessons-do-you-think-israel-learned-by-living-in-such-a-harsh-land/)
- [In what way did Solomon’s introduction of pagan gods into Jerusalem affect the people of Israel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-way-did-solomons-introduction-of-pagan-gods-into-jerusalem-affect-the-people-of-israel/)
- [How did the playing of the harp relate to the exile of Jerusalem in Babylon (see Psalm 137:1–3)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-the-playing-of-the-harp-relate-to-the-exile-of-jerusalem-in-babylon-see-psalm-1371-3/)
- [Why did God make His presence known in the Temple of Solomon through fire and in such a bold manner? What was He trying to demonstrate to the people of Israel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-did-god-make-his-presence-known-in-the-temple-of-solomon-through-fire-and-in-such-a-bold-manner-what-was-he-trying-to-demonstrate-to-the-people-of-israel/)
- [Jerusalem stands at the center of the land of Israel. Why was this important in biblical times?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/jerusalem-stands-at-the-center-of-the-land-of-israel-why-was-this-important-in-biblical-times/)
- [What do you think Joab experienced as he fought in the water tunnels to take the city of Jerusalem?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-joab-experienced-as-he-fought-in-the-water-tunnels-to-take-the-city-of-jerusalem/)
- [Dr. Welch says, “Lament is a proof of the relationship between you and God, and it’s a pathway to intimacy with God.” Explain, in your own words, what this means and why you agree or disagree with the statement.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-welch-says-lament-is-a-proof-of-the-relationship-between-you-and-god-and-its-a-pathway-to-intimacy-with-god-explain-in-your-own-words-what-this-means-and-why-you-ag/)
- [What does it look like to praise God in the midst of a storm?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-look-like-to-praise-god-in-the-midst-of-a-storm/)
- [Did you give up any spiritual disciplines during the pandemic? If so, can you see or feel the results of no longer having that time? What can you do to make time for spiritual disciplines?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/did-you-give-up-any-spiritual-disciplines-during-the-pandemic-if-so-can-you-see-or-feel-the-results-of-no-longer-having-that-time-what-can-you-do-to-make-time-for-spiritual-disciplines/)
- [Did you lose social support systems during the pandemic? Describe what that loss felt like. Have you restored those support systems yet? If so, how? If not, how might you go about doing that?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/did-you-lose-social-support-systems-during-the-pandemic-describe-what-that-loss-felt-like-have-you-restored-those-support-systems-yet-if-so-how-if-not-how-might-you-go-about-doing-that/)
- [What are some strategies you’ve used to overcome worry? Were these helpful or not? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-strategies-youve-used-to-overcome-worry-were-these-helpful-or-not-explain/)
- [Why do you think people often struggle with a feeling of helplessness after the loss of a relationship?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-people-often-struggle-with-a-feeling-of-helplessness-after-the-loss-of-a-relationship/)
- [Have you ever been stuck in one of the stages of grief discussed in this lesson? If so, what was helpful in moving you past that stage?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/have-you-ever-been-stuck-in-one-of-the-stages-of-grief-discussed-in-this-lesson-if-so-what-was-helpful-in-moving-you-past-that-stage/)
- [Why is it so important to connect with others when you’re grieving the loss of a loved one? If you’ve grieved this kind of loss in the past, what kind of support was most helpful to you? If you’re currently grieving this kind of loss, who specifically can you reach out to for support?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-so-important-to-connect-with-others-when-youre-grieving-the-loss-of-a-loved-one-if-youve-grieved-this-kind-of-loss-in-the-past-what-kind-of-support-was-most-helpful-to-yo/)
- [Reflect on the C. S. Lewis quote: “No one ever told me that grief felt so like fear.” In what ways do you think grief feels like fear? How does that make coping with grief/loss difficult?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-the-c-s-lewis-quote-no-one-ever-told-me-that-grief-felt-so-like-fear-in-what-ways-do-you-think-grief-feels-like-fear-how-does-that-make-coping-with-grief-loss-difficu/)
- [In this lesson, Dr. Welch says, “There is no right way to grieve.” Do you agree? Have you ever seen someone grieve in a way that you thought was “wrong”? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-dr-welch-says-there-is-no-right-way-to-grieve-do-you-agree-have-you-ever-seen-someone-grieve-in-a-way-that-you-thought-was-wrong-explain/)
- [What season of life (and possibly parenting) are you in currently?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-season-of-life-and-possibly-parenting-are-you-in-currently/)
- [What “tensions” do you feel most acutely at this time?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-tensions-do-you-feel-most-acutely-at-this-time/)
- [What challenges are you currently experiencing? Which of these are internal and which are external?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-challenges-are-you-currently-experiencing-which-of-these-are-internal-and-which-are-external/)
- [Do you view God’s will for you as more of a tightrope or a canyon? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-view-gods-will-for-you-as-more-of-a-tightrope-or-a-canyon-why/)
- [What are the compass points that currently guide your life? Are you in need of any reorientation at this time?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-compass-points-that-currently-guide-your-life-are-you-in-need-of-any-reorientation-at-this-time/)
- [What means of calling does God tend to use most frequently in your own life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-means-of-calling-does-god-tend-to-use-most-frequently-in-your-own-life/)
- [What do you feel is the next thing you should do regarding your calling?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-feel-is-the-next-thing-you-should-do-regarding-your-calling/)
- [To whom are you most tempted to compare your calling? Why? Ask God to help you give up any internal need for comparison.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/to-whom-are-you-most-tempted-to-compare-your-calling-why-ask-god-to-help-you-give-up-any-internal-need-for-comparison/)
- [Which biblical character and his/her calling has inspired you? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-biblical-character-and-his-her-calling-has-inspired-you-why/)
- [Do you know your Shepherd’s voice? How does God make His voice clear to you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-know-your-shepherds-voice-how-does-god-make-his-voice-clear-to-you/)
- [How are you putting yourself “in the path of God?” What are some other ways you might do this more regularly?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-are-you-putting-yourself-in-the-path-of-god-what-are-some-other-ways-you-might-do-this-more-regularly/)
- [Has your thinking changed as a result of this lesson?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/has-your-thinking-changed-as-a-result-of-this-lesson/)
- [With whom do you have influence and what is the source of that influence? (position, title, age, experience, wisdom, etc.)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/with-whom-do-you-have-influence-and-what-is-the-source-of-that-influence-position-title-age-experience-wisdom-etc/)
- [How has your denominational or theological background shaped your understanding of calling?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-your-denominational-or-theological-background-shaped-your-understanding-of-calling/)
- [Should believers be afraid of the study of archaeology? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/should-believers-be-afraid-of-the-study-of-archaeology-why-or-why-not/)
- [What is the importance of archaeological discoveries for understanding the Bible’s accuracy and reliability?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-importance-of-archaeological-discoveries-for-understanding-the-bibles-accuracy-and-reliability/)
- [Do you feel you can trust modern translations of the Bible given the transmissional history of the New Testament manuscripts? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-feel-you-can-trust-modern-translations-of-the-bible-given-the-transmissional-history-of-the-new-testament-manuscripts-why-or-why-not/)
- [The discoveries of the Dead Sea Scrolls, the Silver Scrolls, and the Yahweh Curse Inscription hold what significance for the Hebrew Scriptures?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-discoveries-of-the-dead-sea-scrolls-the-silver-scrolls-and-the-yahweh-curse-inscription-hold-what-significance-for-the-hebrew-scriptures/)
- [Read 1 Peter 3:15. What role does Christian apologetics play in discipleship and evangelism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/read-1-peter-315-what-role-does-christian-apologetics-play-in-discipleship-and-evangelism/)
- [What do you see as the central theme that runs through the Old and New Testaments?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-see-as-the-central-theme-that-runs-through-the-old-and-new-testaments/)
- [What is one new thing you learned in this lesson? Is there any significance to what you’ve learned?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-one-new-thing-you-learned-in-this-lesson-is-there-any-significance-to-what-youve-learned/)
- [Which of the four key terms associated with union with Christ is easiest for you to relate to? Which is the most difficult? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-of-the-four-key-terms-associated-with-union-with-christ-is-easiest-for-you-to-relate-to-which-is-the-most-difficult-explain/)
- [How can you reflect Paul’s mishpat persona in your own life? Identify practical steps you can take.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-you-reflect-pauls-mishpat-persona-in-your-own-life-identify-practical-steps-you-can-take/)
- [Choose one or two of Paul’s personas and explain how understanding that persona has changed your perspective on something.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/choose-one-or-two-of-pauls-personas-and-explain-how-understanding-that-persona-has-changed-your-perspective-on-something/)
- [How does learning about Paul as a missionary and pastor shape your perspective on both the local and universal church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-learning-about-paul-as-a-missionary-and-pastor-shape-your-perspective-on-both-the-local-and-universal-church/)
- [How does learning about Paul as a missionary and pastor shape your perspective on the gospel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-learning-about-paul-as-a-missionary-and-pastor-shape-your-perspective-on-the-gospel/)
- [Discuss, in your own words, the difference between everyday sins that need forgiveness and the big, cosmological power of sin that apocalyptic Paul discusses. Why is it important to not only seek forgiveness from our sins but to also understand the big, cosmological power of sin?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-in-your-own-words-the-difference-between-everyday-sins-that-need-forgiveness-and-the-big-cosmological-power-of-sin-that-apocalyptic-paul-discusses-why-is-it-important-to-not-only-seek-forg/)
- [Can you provide an example—from your life or someone else’s—of how walking with God has allowed suffering to produce endurance, thereby producing character, thereby producing hope (which will not disappoint)?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/can-you-provide-an-example-from-your-life-or-someone-elses-of-how-walking-with-god-has-allowed-suffering-to-produce-endurance-thereby-producing-character-thereby-producing-h/)
- [How does learning about these two different personas—rabbi Paul and philosopher Paul—help you better understand his message?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-learning-about-these-two-different-personas-rabbi-paul-and-philosopher-paul-help-you-better-understand-his-message/)
- [Explain, in your own words, the value in learning about Paul’s life and the various personas he adopted when sharing the gospel.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-the-value-in-learning-about-pauls-life-and-the-various-personas-he-adopted-when-sharing-the-gospel/)
- [In your own words, briefly describe how Christ abolished death and what that means for the believer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-briefly-describe-how-christ-abolished-death-and-what-that-means-for-the-believer/)
- [Summarize Dr. Stott’s arguments for the translation “our great God and Savior Jesus Christ” in 2:13. How is this significant?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-dr-stotts-arguments-for-the-translation-our-great-god-and-savior-jesus-christ-in-213-how-is-this-significant/)
- [How is Timothy to respond to people who listen only to the part of God’s Truth they want to hear? How have you responded to people like this?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-timothy-to-respond-to-people-who-listen-only-to-the-part-of-gods-truth-they-want-to-hear-how-have-you-responded-to-people-like-this/)
- [From 4:2, briefly explain Stott’s four characteristics of preaching. Consider your realm of influence, whether preaching or witnessing. Which of these are strengths? How can you improve the others?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/from-42-briefly-explain-stotts-four-characteristics-of-preaching-consider-your-realm-of-influence-whether-preaching-or-witnessing-which-of-these-are-strengths-how-can-you-improve-the-ot/)
- [Summarize the two reasons why Timothy was to continue in the gospel (3:14-15). What do these reasons suggest about new or innovative doctrines? How can we avoid the temptation to novelize what we teach and preach?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-the-two-reasons-why-timothy-was-to-continue-in-the-gospel-314-15-what-do-these-reasons-suggest-about-new-or-innovative-doctrines-how-can-we-avoid-the-temptation-to-novelize-what-we-teac/)
- [Briefly explain why Dr. Stott finds the two words su de, “but you,” so significant. Why is this especially important for believers to grasp when relating to our culture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-explain-why-dr-stott-finds-the-two-words-su-de-but-you-so-significant-why-is-this-especially-important-for-believers-to-grasp-when-relating-to-our-culture/)
- [Briefly summarize the significance of the first two terms (“lovers of self, lovers of money”) and the last two terms (“lovers of pleasure rather than lovers of God”) in Paul’s description of the moral state of evil men. (3:1-4)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-summarize-the-significance-of-the-first-two-terms-lovers-of-self-lovers-of-money-and-the-last-two-terms-lovers-of-pleasure-rather-than-lovers-of-god-in/)
- [What is the “form of godliness” (NASB) in 3:5, according to Dr. Stott? How does this manifest itself today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-form-of-godliness-nasb-in-35-according-to-dr-stott-how-does-this-manifest-itself-today/)
- [In 2:22, Timothy is told to “flee” and “pursue”. The Christian life is a very active, strenuous, and often difficult endeavor. It is hard work. How does your culture either aid or hinder this need to flee and pursue?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-222-timothy-is-told-to-flee-and-pursue-the-christian-life-is-a-very-active-strenuous-and-often-difficult-endeavor-it-is-hard-work-how-does-your-culture-ei/)
- [In your own words, briefly summarize the three new metaphors and how Paul applies them to the life of a minister.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-briefly-summarize-the-three-new-metaphors-and-how-paul-applies-them-to-the-life-of-a-minister/)
- [A young man approaches you with a fervent desire to work in ministry. As he talks, you begin to sense that he likes the benefits of the ministry but may not understand the cost. Without discouraging him, in light of 2 Timothy 2:1-13 list a few key points to explain how labor and suffering are part of ministry.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/a-young-man-approaches-you-with-a-fervent-desire-to-work-in-ministry-as-he-talks-you-begin-to-sense-that-he-likes-the-benefits-of-the-ministry-but-may-not-understand-the-cost-without-discouraging-h/)
- [Dr. Stott describes meditation as a combination of research and prayer. How can an inadequate balance of these two activities hinder the work of a minister? Consider both extremes: much research and little prayer vs. much prayer and little research.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-describes-meditation-as-a-combination-of-research-and-prayer-how-can-an-inadequate-balance-of-these-two-activities-hinder-the-work-of-a-minister-consider-both-extremes-much-research-and-l/)
- [Briefly summarize the three metaphors that Paul used, and show how they apply to the Christian life. What is the common thread?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-summarize-the-three-metaphors-that-paul-used-and-show-how-they-apply-to-the-christian-life-what-is-the-common-thread/)
- [Briefly summarize Stott’s definition of God’s gospel. Identify one key way this definition differs from contemporary expressions of the gospel.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-summarize-stotts-definition-of-gods-gospel-identify-one-key-way-this-definition-differs-from-contemporary-expressions-of-the-gospel/)
- [What did Paul mean when he exhorted Timothy to “exercise” his gift?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-paul-mean-when-he-exhorted-timothy-to-exercise-his-gift/)
- [In your own words, summarize the underlying message of the letter to Titus.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-summarize-the-underlying-message-of-the-letter-to-titus/)
- [Why, according to Dr. Stott, must salvation remain the central doctrine of Christian teaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-according-to-dr-stott-must-salvation-remain-the-central-doctrine-of-christian-teaching/)
- [Summarize how Dr. Stott describes the means of salvation based on 3:5-7. Do you agree or disagree? Explain. Has this lecture changed anything about your understanding of salvation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-how-dr-stott-describes-the-means-of-salvation-based-on-35-7-do-you-agree-or-disagree-explain-has-this-lecture-changed-anything-about-your-understanding-of-salvation/)
- [What is the only group of people Paul mentioned that Titus is not directly told to teach? What do you think this could mean for our churches today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-only-group-of-people-paul-mentioned-that-titus-is-not-directly-told-to-teach-what-do-you-think-this-could-mean-for-our-churches-today/)
- [Based on Titus 1:13, Dr. Stott contends that the congregation is partially responsible for false teaching. Explain how a congregation is guilty when it is their leaders who teach false doctrine.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/based-on-titus-113-dr-stott-contends-that-the-congregation-is-partially-responsible-for-false-teaching-explain-how-a-congregation-is-guilty-when-it-is-their-leaders-who-teach-false-doctrine/)
- [In Titus 1:6, an elder is described as “the husband of one wife.” What is Dr. Stott’s interpretation of this phrase?  Do you agree? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-titus-16-an-elder-is-described-as-the-husband-of-one-wife-what-is-dr-stotts-interpretation-of-this-phrase-do-you-agree-explain/)
- [Summarize Dr. Stott’s comments from Titus 1:1-3 on the goal of Christian ministry. How does this impact the job of a church leader whether he/she is paid or a volunteer?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-dr-stotts-comments-from-titus-11-3-on-the-goal-of-christian-ministry-how-does-this-impact-the-job-of-a-church-leader-whether-he-she-is-paid-or-a-volunteer/)
- [As you witness to an acquaintance, in her frustration she asks how you could possibly believe what you believe. She quotes a verse and rudely accuses you of contradiction and foolishness. Applying Paul’s principle of “fighting” for the Faith (1 Tim. 6:12) and yet pursuing “love, patience, and godliness” (1 Tim. 6:11), how would you shape your response?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/as-you-witness-to-an-acquaintance-in-her-frustration-she-asks-how-you-could-possibly-believe-what-you-believe-she-quotes-a-verse-and-rudely-accuses-you-of-contradiction-and-foolishness-applying-pau/)
- [What are Dr. Stott’s three tests for identifying true teaching? How can a minister use and teach these practically in order to strengthen the church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-dr-stotts-three-tests-for-identifying-true-teaching-how-can-a-minister-use-and-teach-these-practically-in-order-to-strengthen-the-church/)
- [What are the consequences of covetousness – even for those who have little?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-consequences-of-covetousness-even-for-those-who-have-little/)
- [Explain the difference between materialism and asceticism. What is the Biblical balance we are to maintain?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-difference-between-materialism-and-asceticism-what-is-the-biblical-balance-we-are-to-maintain/)
- [You are the pastor of a small local church with a shortage of lay leadership. Only one other man is qualified and interested in leading as an elder, but you need at least two more. Recently, a man with promising people skills and apparent spiritual insight has started attending. He has shown interest in serving as a church leader and many in the congregation agree. Based on 1 Timothy 5:22, 24-25, how should you respond?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/you-are-the-pastor-of-a-small-local-church-with-a-shortage-of-lay-leadership-only-one-other-man-is-qualified-and-interested-in-leading-as-an-elder-but-you-need-at-least-two-more-recently-a-man-wit/)
- [How should a minister react when he hears an accusation against an elder?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-should-a-minister-react-when-he-hears-an-accusation-against-an-elder/)
- [How does Dr. Stott say a minister must guard his relationships with older people, younger people, and those of the opposite sex? What one thing must be consistent with every one?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-dr-stott-say-a-minister-must-guard-his-relationships-with-older-people-younger-people-and-those-of-the-opposite-sex-what-one-thing-must-be-consistent-with-every-one/)
- [According to Dr. Stott, what is the basis for a minister’s authority?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-stott-what-is-the-basis-for-a-ministers-authority/)
- [Explain the concept of “disciplining oneself toward godliness.” In what activities must a person engage to become, as Dr. Stott calls it, “God-centered”? How are you doing?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-concept-of-disciplining-oneself-toward-godliness-in-what-activities-must-a-person-engage-to-become-as-dr-stott-calls-it-god-centered-how-are-you-do/)
- [Summarize the heresy that Timothy faced. In light of chapter one of this letter and now chapter four, how has the Church today to some extent also fallen into this same heresy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-the-heresy-that-timothy-faced-in-light-of-chapter-one-of-this-letter-and-now-chapter-four-how-has-the-church-today-to-some-extent-also-fallen-into-this-same-heresy/)
- [Dr. Stott summarizes his understanding of three key phrases about the nature of the Church: “house of God,” “church of the living God,” and “pillar and bulwark of the truth.” Briefly explain those concepts in your own words.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-summarizes-his-understanding-of-three-key-phrases-about-the-nature-of-the-church-house-of-god-church-of-the-living-god-and-pillar-and-bulwark/)
- [What is the dominant quality expected of pastors and deacons in I Timothy 3? What aspect is often lacking in today’s leaders?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-dominant-quality-expected-of-pastors-and-deacons-in-i-timothy-3-what-aspect-is-often-lacking-in-todays-leaders/)
- [According to Dr. Stott, how are silence and teaching cultural issues? (see 1 Timothy 2:11-12) Do you agree? What in the debate is not merely cultural?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-stott-how-are-silence-and-teaching-cultural-issues-see-1-timothy-211-12-do-you-agree-what-in-the-debate-is-not-merely-cultural/)
- [Briefly summarize Dr. Stott’s position on the role of women in ministry, and any one aspect you would modify or eliminate.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-summarize-dr-stotts-position-on-the-role-of-women-in-ministry-and-any-one-aspect-you-would-modify-or-eliminate/)
- [A college student approaches you and asks, “Why is Christianity so exclusive? If God wants all men to be saved, why wouldn’t he accept them no matter how they come to Him?” How would you answer this student? Be sure to emphasize Christianity’s true inclusiveness.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/a-college-student-approaches-you-and-asks-why-is-christianity-so-exclusive-if-god-wants-all-men-to-be-saved-why-wouldnt-he-accept-them-no-matter-how-they-come-to-him-how/)
- [According to Dr. Stott, what is the first duty of the Church? Do you agree? Why or why not? What does the church seem to emphasize today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-stott-what-is-the-first-duty-of-the-church-do-you-agree-why-or-why-not-what-does-the-church-seem-to-emphasize-today/)
- [Describe the three wrong uses of the Law and identify the groups associated with them. What, then, is the one right use of the law according to Dr. Stott?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-three-wrong-uses-of-the-law-and-identify-the-groups-associated-with-them-what-then-is-the-one-right-use-of-the-law-according-to-dr-stott/)
- [From what three things did the Ephesians turn, which consequently led them into heresy? How do these things prevent heresy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/from-what-three-things-did-the-ephesians-turn-which-consequently-led-them-into-heresy-how-do-these-things-prevent-heresy/)
- [Identify the objections to Pauline authorship of the Pastoral Epistles, and briefly answer these objections.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-the-objections-to-pauline-authorship-of-the-pastoral-epistles-and-briefly-answer-these-objections/)
- [Regarding purpose, what do the Pastoral Epistles have in common?  What does this tell you about the difficulties facing the early church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/regarding-purpose-what-do-the-pastoral-epistles-have-in-common-what-does-this-tell-you-about-the-difficulties-facing-the-early-church/)
- [List three to five key concepts that have impacted you the most as a result of this study. How will your spiritual walk be different from this point forward?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/list-three-to-five-key-concepts-that-have-impacted-you-the-most-as-a-result-of-this-study-how-will-your-spiritual-walk-be-different-from-this-point-forward/)
- [The Christian way as the only way is an unpopular message today. How might you articulate the "narrowness" of Christianity to a typical postmodern audience?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-christian-way-as-the-only-way-is-an-unpopular-message-today-how-might-you-articulate-the-narrowness-of-christianity-to-a-typical-postmodern-audience/)
- [Is the believing community achieving the goal of finding its distinction with God? If so, what have we done properly? If not, what can we do to revitalize this distinction?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-the-believing-community-achieving-the-goal-of-finding-its-distinction-with-god-if-so-what-have-we-done-properly-if-not-what-can-we-do-to-revitalize-this-distinction/)
- [What was so scandalous about Jesus being authoritative? Why did the Pharisees have such a problem believing Him?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-was-so-scandalous-about-jesus-being-authoritative-why-did-the-pharisees-have-such-a-problem-believing-him/)
- [Dr. Stott introduces the lecture by discussing two common misconceptions about the teacher and his teaching. What are these misconceptions, and where do you see them in your life or church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-introduces-the-lecture-by-discussing-two-common-misconceptions-about-the-teacher-and-his-teaching-what-are-these-misconceptions-and-where-do-you-see-them-in-your-life-or-church/)
- [Dr. Stott cautions against dogmatism on the number of the redeemed and against speculation concerning the salvation of those who have not heard. Why do you think Dr. Stott teaches against these things? Do you think we should heed Dr. Stott's advice? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-cautions-against-dogmatism-on-the-number-of-the-redeemed-and-against-speculation-concerning-the-salvation-of-those-who-have-not-heard-do-you-think-dr-stott-teaches-against-these-things-do/)
- [According to Jesus' teaching on the difference between hearing and doing what could be said about the "carnal" Christian?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-jesus-teaching-on-the-difference-between-hearing-and-doing-what-could-be-said-about-the-carnal-christian/)
- [How does Dr. Stott articulate his caution against heresy hunting? Do you agree with his statements?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-dr-stott-articulate-his-caution-against-heresy-hunting-do-you-agree-with-his-statements/)
- [What is the connection between Matthew 7:13-14 and 15:20? Why is this connection so important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-connection-between-matthew-713-14-and-1520-why-is-this-connection-so-important/)
- [How would you explain a supposed "unanswered" prayer to a person in your church going through tremendous crisis?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-would-you-explain-a-supposed-unanswered-prayer-to-a-person-in-your-church-going-through-tremendous-crisis/)
- [What are some problems or explanations of unanswered prayer?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-problems-or-explanations-of-unanswered-prayer/)
- [Why are we not to cheapen the Gospel by offering it to "dogs" and "pigs"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-are-we-not-to-cheapen-the-gospel-by-offering-it-to-dogs-and-pigs/)
- [According to Dr. Stott, how should we apply the commandment in Matthew to refrain from judging others? Do you agree with his interpretation? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-stott-how-should-we-apply-the-commandment-in-matthew-to-refrain-from-judging-others-do-you-agree-with-his-interpretation-explain/)
- [At the end of the lecture, how does Dr. Stott describe what it means to be God-centered?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/at-the-end-of-the-lecture-how-does-dr-stott-describe-what-it-means-to-be-god-centered/)
- [Discuss the historical background of slavery presented by Dr. Stott. How does this help your understanding of the word picture Jesus creates in this section of the "Sermon"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-historical-background-of-slavery-presented-by-dr-stott-how-does-this-help-your-understanding-of-the-word-picture-jesus-creates-in-this-section-of-the-sermon/)
- [What are examples of preoccupation with material treasure in your life? How can you turn these ambitions in the appropriate direction?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-examples-of-preoccupation-with-material-treasure-in-your-life-how-can-you-turn-these-ambitions-in-the-appropriate-direction/)
- [How would you teach a child to pray? What might you tell him/her to include and to avoid?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-would-you-teach-a-child-to-pray-what-might-you-tell-him-her-to-include-and-to-avoid/)
- [What things ought to change in your prayer life as a result of this teaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-things-ought-to-change-in-your-prayer-life-as-a-result-of-this-teaching/)
- [How do we fulfill the roles as God's dependents and defendants?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-we-fulfill-the-roles-as-gods-dependents-and-defendants/)
- [Analyze the Lord's Prayer and briefly discuss what is said of God and man respectively. How have we in contemporary culture blurred the distinction between God and man?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/analyze-the-lords-prayer-and-briefly-discuss-what-is-said-of-god-and-man-respectively-how-have-we-in-contemporary-culture-blurred-the-distinction-between-god-and-man/)
- [Compare the Pharisees' misunderstanding of prayer to that of the pagan.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/compare-the-pharisees-misunderstanding-of-prayer-to-that-of-the-pagan/)
- [How does Jesus' teaching concerning rewards impact your walk with Him?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-jesus-teaching-concerning-rewards-impact-your-walk-with-him/)
- [Do you agree with Dr. Stott's reconciliation of Matthew 5:16 and 6:1? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-agree-with-dr-stotts-reconciliation-of-matthew-516-and-61-explain/)
- [Why is Christian piety so often in danger of digressing into Pharisaism? How can we avoid this danger?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-christian-piety-so-often-in-danger-of-digressing-into-pharisaism-how-can-we-avoid-this-danger/)
- [Explain the importance of motivation as it relates to Christian piety. In what ways have you seen/experienced the results of misplaced motives?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-importance-of-motivation-as-it-relates-to-christian-piety-in-what-ways-have-you-seen-experienced-the-results-of-misplaced-motives/)
- [In the beginning of the lecture, Dr. Stott explains the central theme of the "Sermon." What is this theme, and why is it central?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-the-beginning-of-the-lecture-dr-stott-explains-the-central-theme-of-the-sermon-what-is-this-theme-and-why-is-it-central/)
- [Compare/contrast the legislated righteousness of the Pharisees with the expected righteousness of the Christian.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/compare-contrast-the-legislated-righteousness-of-the-pharisees-with-the-expected-righteousness-of-the-christian/)
- [How did Jesus broaden the concept of "neighbor" in this sermon? How do you apply this definition of neighbor to your life?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-jesus-broaden-the-concept-of-neighbor-in-this-sermon-how-do-you-apply-this-definition-of-neighbor-to-your-life/)
- [How do God's oaths in Scripture increase our faith?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-gods-oaths-in-scripture-increase-our-faith/)
- [Describe the importance of emphasizing marriage and reconciliation rather than being caught up in a "grounds-for-divorce" discussion.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-importance-of-emphasizing-marriage-and-reconciliation-rather-than-being-caught-up-in-a-grounds-for-divorce-discussion/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean by "unchastity" as the only grounds for divorce?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-by-unchastity-as-the-only-grounds-for-divorce/)
- [How do you see Jesus Christ as a fulfillment of the law with specific reference to his teaching on murder and adultery?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-see-jesus-christ-as-a-fulfillment-of-the-law-with-specific-reference-to-his-teaching-on-murder-and-adultery/)
- [State the "antitheses" of Christ on murder and adultery.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/state-the-antitheses-of-christ-on-murder-and-adultery/)
- [Explain what Dr. Stott means by the danger of Pharisaic reductionism in the church. Do you see this as a legitimate danger? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-what-dr-stott-means-by-the-danger-of-pharisaic-reductionism-in-the-church-do-you-see-this-as-a-legitimate-danger-explain/)
- [What does it mean to say that Jesus fulfilled the Law? How, then, might we as Christians read and apply the Law?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-to-say-that-jesus-fulfilled-the-law-how-then-might-we-as-christians-read-and-apply-the-law/)
- [What is/are the consequence(s) of Jesus' affirmation of the Law?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-are-the-consequences-of-jesus-affirmation-of-the-law/)
- [Evaluate the following statement in light of the meaning of these two metaphors. “This world is not my home; I'm just passing through.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/evaluate-the-following-statement-in-light-of-the-meaning-of-these-two-metaphors-this-world-is-not-my-home-im-just-passing-through/)
- [Dr. Stott claims that, in light of Christ's teaching, the Christian has a social responsibility and an evangelistic responsibility. Briefly explain the Christian's social responsibility.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-claims-that-in-light-of-christs-teaching-the-christian-has-a-social-responsibility-and-an-evangelistic-responsibility-briefly-explain-the-christians-social-responsibility/)
- [Describe the meaning of the metaphors of "salt" and "light." What are any similarities/differences between Dr. Stott's interpretation of the metaphors and what you may have typically thought about them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-meaning-of-the-metaphors-of-salt-and-light-what-are-any-similarities-differences-between-dr-stotts-interpretation-of-the-metaphors-and-what-you-may-have-typically-thought-abou/)
- [How might the "Beatitudes" be expressed in relationships within the Christian community? Have you seen them expressed well or poorly? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-might-the-beatitudes-be-expressed-in-relationships-within-the-christian-community-have-you-seen-them-expressed-well-or-poorly-explain/)
- [What made Christ's description of the blessed person so radical and unexpected?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-made-christs-description-of-the-blessed-person-so-radical-and-unexpected/)
- [What are some common characteristics shared within the "Beatitudes?" What applications can we make from discerning the meaning and purpose of the "Beatitudes?"](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-common-characteristics-shared-within-the-beatitudes-what-applications-can-we-make-from-discerning-the-meaning-and-purpose-of-the-beatitudes/)
- [What have you learned in this course that will help you in your ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-have-you-learned-in-this-course-that-will-help-you-in-your-ministry/)
- [Spiritually, why do you suppose the conclusion of a message is critically important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/spiritually-why-do-you-suppose-the-conclusion-of-a-message-is-critically-important/)
- [What motivates you to preach well? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-motivates-you-to-preach-well-explain/)
- [What are the three characteristics of an effective sermon introduction? How do these characteristics get your audience ready to listen and learn?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-three-characteristics-of-an-effective-sermon-introduction-how-do-these-characteristics-get-your-audience-ready-to-listen-and-learn/)
- [Why do you think restatement is such an important concept in sermon presentation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-restatement-is-such-an-important-concept-in-sermon-presentation/)
- [What are some methods you use or suggest using to develop language and communication skills?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-methods-you-use-or-suggest-using-to-develop-language-and-communication-skills/)
- [Which kind of sermon development comes more naturally for you – inductive or deductive? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-kind-of-sermon-development-comes-more-naturally-for-you-inductive-or-deductive-explain/)
- [Do you agree that the sermon needs to be developed around a homiletical idea rather than just an exegetical idea? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-agree-that-the-sermon-needs-to-be-developed-around-a-homiletical-idea-rather-than-just-an-exegetical-idea-why-or-why-not/)
- [How might you begin a speech or sermon with an audience which is unreceptive or even hostile?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-might-you-begin-a-speech-or-sermon-with-an-audience-which-is-unreceptive-or-even-hostile/)
- [Choose a theological topic and then find and present an illustration that suitably answers one of the three developmental questions about that topic.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/choose-a-theological-topic-and-then-find-and-present-an-illustration-that-suitably-answers-one-of-the-three-developmental-questions-about-that-topic/)
- [Why is it important for a sermon to have a defined goal? Is that goal identifiable in most sermons you listen to? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-important-for-a-sermon-to-have-a-defined-goal-is-that-goal-identifiable-in-most-sermons-you-listen-to-explain/)
- [If you knew you had to preach a sermon in two weeks, how would you choose and develop your topic?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-knew-you-had-to-preach-a-sermon-in-two-weeks-how-would-you-choose-and-develop-your-topic/)
- [Dr. Robinson lists three ways to develop a sermon idea – explain it, prove it, apply it. Can you think of any others? If so, discuss what they might be.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-robinson-lists-three-ways-to-develop-a-sermon-idea-explain-it-prove-it-apply-it-can-you-think-of-any-others-if-so-discuss-what-they-might-be/)
- [How do you know that God has called you to preach?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-know-that-god-as-called-you-to-preach/)
- [When you consider your audience, the Bible, and the Holy Spirit, how do you choose topics about which to preach or teach?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-you-consider-your-audience-the-bible-and-the-holy-spirit-how-do-you-choose-topics-about-which-to-preach-or-teach/)
- [Why do you think it is important to discover the primary idea in any given text of Scripture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-it-is-important-to-discover-the-primary-idea-in-any-given-text-of-scripture/)
- [State in your own words what Dr. Robinson means by the “subject-complement” or “question-answer” approach to a biblical text? In what ways do you find his explanation helpful? Or not helpful?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/state-in-your-own-words-what-dr-robinson-means-by-the-subject-complement-or-question-answer-approach-to-a-biblical-text-in-what-ways-do-you-find-his-explanation-h/)
- [Why do you think that images and/or stories are such powerful means of communication? How does that understanding help to guide a person as he/she prepares a sermon?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-that-images-and-or-stories-are-such-powerful-means-of-communication-how-does-that-understanding-help-to-guide-a-person-as-he-she-prepares-a-sermon/)
- [When you consider the marketplace of ideas in your particular world, which idea is dominant? Which are less dominant ideas?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-you-consider-the-marketplace-of-ideas-in-your-particular-world-which-idea-is-dominant-which-are-less-dominant-ideas/)
- [How have you experienced the working of the Holy Spirit in your preaching and/or teaching of the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-have-you-experienced-the-working-of-the-holy-spirit-in-your-preaching-and-or-teaching-of-the-bible/)
- [Do you think expository preaching is still a valid means to communicate biblical truths today? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-think-expository-preaching-is-still-a-valid-means-to-communicate-biblical-truths-today-why-or-why-not/)
- [How does your personality affect the way you read the Bible? The way you present biblical teaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-your-personality-affect-the-way-you-read-the-bible-the-way-you-present-biblical-teaching/)
- [Give an example of a mistake you (or another person) made because you were unaware of the cultural standards in which you found yourself?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/give-an-example-of-a-mistake-you-or-another-person-made-because-you-were-unaware-of-the-cultural-standards-in-which-you-found-yourself/)
- [Can you remember a sermon that had a profound effect on you? What was there about that sermon that was so powerful?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/can-you-remember-a-sermon-that-had-a-profound-effect-on-you-what-was-there-about-that-sermon-that-was-so-powerful/)
- [Tell of several ways in which today’s culture affects the way you view the Bible.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/1-tell-of-several-ways-in-which-todays-culture-affects-the-way-you-view-the-bible/)
- [Has anything in this first lecture changed your view of the Psalms?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/has-anything-in-this-first-lecture-changed-your-view-of-the-psalms/)
- [Identify and describe three pitfalls in selecting and relating to new leaders.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-and-describe-three-pitfalls-in-selecting-and-relating-to-new-leaders/)
- [Describe "performance dependency," commonly called workaholism.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-performance-dependency-commonly-called-workaholism/)
- [What kind of leadership affirms relationships?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-kind-of-leadership-affirms-relationships/)
- [What is the difference between intrapersonal relations and interpersonal relations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-intrapersonal-relations-and-interpersonal-relations/)
- [What is the role and importance of feedback in communication?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-role-and-importance-of-feedback-in-communication/)
- [Name and describe the six component parts of the Ely Communication Model.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-the-six-component-parts-of-the-ely-communication-model/)
- [Describe two levels of delegated authority.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-two-levels-of-delegated-authority/)
- [What kinds of tasks cannot be delegated?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-kinds-of-tasks-cannot-be-delegated/)
- [Explain some reasons why leaders should delegate.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-some-reasons-why-leaders-should-delegate/)
- [How do you evaluate a struggling leader?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-evaluate-a-struggling-leader/)
- [Identify some guidelines for evaluating personnel in a church or Christian organization.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-some-guidelines-for-evaluating-personnel-in-a-church-or-christian-organization/)
- [Who is responsible for planning, supervising and evaluating ministries?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/who-is-responsible-for-planning-supervising-and-evaluating-ministries/)
- [Distinguish among the terms testing, measurement and evaluation.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/distinguish-among-the-terms-testing-measurement-and-evaluation/)
- [What basic recruitment practices will make supervision more effective?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-basic-recruitment-practices-will-make-supervision-more-effective/)
- [Explain the importance for ministry leadership of the concept that people do not commonly rank salary high on surveys of work satisfaction.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-importance-for-ministry-leadership-of-the-concept-that-people-do-not-commonly-rank-salary-high-on-surveys-of-work-satisfaction/)
- [Describe Zaleznik's individualistic view of human nature.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-zalezniks-individualistic-view-of-human-nature/)
- [How do we attract people to leadership training opportunities?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-we-attract-people-to-leadership-training-opportunities/)
- [Describe the apprentice approach to leadership development.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-apprentice-approach-to-leadership-development/)
- [In leadership development or in education, how are adults different from children?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-leadership-development-or-in-education-how-are-adults-different-from-children/)
- [Why must every ministry position be related to the overall mission?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-every-ministry-position-be-related-to-the-overall-mission/)
- [What do we mean by saying, "In leadership development, willingness drives out competence"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-by-saying-in-leadership-development-willingness-drives-out-competence/)
- [Why is it essential for the goals of the individual to correspond with the goals of the organization?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-essential-for-the-goals-of-the-individual-to-correspond-with-the-goals-of-the-organization/)
- [Explain the statement, "Leadership development only takes place when strengths overlap situation."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-statement-leadership-development-only-takes-place-when-strengths-overlap-situation/)
- [Why does Thomas Gilmore encourage leaders to "work explicitly on followership"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-thomas-gilmore-encourage-leaders-to-work-explicitly-on-followership/)
- [Expand on the axiom, "Lead to your strength; staff to your weakness."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/expand-on-the-axiom-lead-to-your-strength-staff-to-your-weakness/)
- [Describe the four ways Van Auken claims Christian leadership teams are different.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-four-ways-van-auken-claims-christian-leadership-teams-are-different/)
- [Explain inter-fund borrowing.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-inter-fund-borrowing/)
- [How does short-range planning differ from long-range planning?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-short-range-planning-differ-from-long-range-planning/)
- [Briefly explain Callahan's progressive three-year model.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-explain-callahans-progressive-three-year-model/)
- [Why do we say planning is cyclically based on evaluations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-we-say-planning-is-cyclically-based-on-evaluations/)
- [Why must planning pay careful attention to immediate choices?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-planning-pay-careful-attention-to-immediate-choices/)
- [Why must goals and objectives relate to all areas of our ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-goals-and-objectives-relate-to-all-areas-of-our-ministry/)
- [As the process of goal-achievement moves forward, identify the steps in order.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/as-the-process-of-goal-achievement-moves-forward-identify-the-steps-in-order/)
- [What is the difference between goals and objectives?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-goals-and-objectives/)
- [Clearly identify the difference between mission and vision.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/clearly-identify-the-difference-between-mission-and-vision/)
- [Evaluate Kostenbaum's statement, "Ethics in leadership means mentoring."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/evaluate-kostenbaums-statement-ethics-in-leadership-means-mentoring/)
- [Why is it important for mentors to be available and accessible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-important-for-mentors-to-be-available-and-accessible/)
- [Discuss several qualities of an effective mentor.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-several-qualities-of-an-effective-mentor/)
- [Briefly describe the origin of the word "mentor."](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-describe-the-origin-of-the-word-mentor/)
- [Name and describe several basic components of leadership development.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-several-basic-components-of-leadership-development/)
- [What is interactive leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-interactive-leadership/)
- [What do we mean when we say adults are "growing up," not "grown up"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-when-we-say-adults-are-growing-up-not-grown-up/)
- [Identify and describe the basic elements in a positive climate for leadership development.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-and-describe-the-basic-elements-in-a-positive-climate-for-leadership-development/)
- [Explain the differences among cognitive, affective and conative attitudes.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-differences-among-cognitive-affective-and-conative-attitudes/)
- [In what way is motivation dependent upon information?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-way-is-motivation-dependent-upon-information/)
- [What is an idiographic ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-an-idiographic-ministry/)
- [Why should a new leader resist beginning a new ministry with a preconceived plan?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-should-a-new-leader-resist-beginning-a-new-ministry-with-a-preconceived-plan/)
- [Change is dynamic and change agents need to take into consideration what happens to people involved in the change. What are some of those feelings?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/change-is-dynamic-and-change-agents-need-to-take-into-consideration-what-happens-to-people-involved-in-the-change-what-are-some-of-those-feelings/)
- [Why is changing people more important than changing things?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-changing-people-more-important-than-changing-things/)
- [Is compromise a positive or negative feature in conflict management?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-compromise-a-positive-or-negative-feature-in-conflict-management/)
- [Why is confrontation so positively important in conflict management?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-confrontation-so-positively-important-in-conflict-management/)
- [Describe "conflict" in the context of this lesson.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-conflict-in-the-context-of-this-lesson/)
- [Describe the characteristics of negative board members (at least four).](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-characteristics-of-negative-board-members-at-least-four/)
- [Name and explain three ways boards recruit members.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-explain-three-ways-boards-recruit-members/)
- [In what way do boards assume legal responsibility for policy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-way-do-boards-assume-legal-responsibility-for-policy/)
- [What is the difference between a board and a committee?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-a-board-and-a-committee/)
- [What is group hedonic tone and why is it helpful for you to be aware of it?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-group-hedonic-tone-and-why-is-it-helpful-for-you-to-be-aware-of-it/)
- [What do we mean by "socio-metric pattern"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-by-socio-metric-pattern/)
- [Name and describe five components of leadership groups.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-five-components-of-leadership-groups/)
- [Name and describe three minor variables relative to group work.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-three-minor-variables-relative-to-group-work/)
- [When should an announced decision not be changed?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-should-an-announced-decision-not-be-changed/)
- [Name and describe the seven steps in the problem-solving/decision-making process.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-the-seven-steps-in-the-problem-solving-decision-making-process/)
- [Define critical thinking.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/define-critical-thinking/)
- [Which is more correct with respect to an organizational chart — form follows function or function follows form?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/which-is-more-correct-with-respect-to-an-organizational-chart-form-follows-function-or-function-follows-form/)
- [Why do we say that organizations, churches and ministry groups should be flexible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-we-say-that-organizations-churches-and-ministry-groups-should-be-flexible/)
- [What is TQM?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-tqm/)
- [In addition to purpose, what is the single most basic focus of administrative leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-addition-to-purpose-what-is-the-single-most-basic-focus-of-administrative-leadership/)
- [What are three myths surrounding administration in Christian organizations.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-three-myths-surrounding-administration-in-christian-organizations/)
- [Why is a stair-step model not a good way to depict organizational tasks?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-a-stair-step-model-not-a-good-way-to-depict-organizational-tasks/)
- [Name and describe at least six qualities of an effective administrator.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-at-least-six-qualities-of-an-effective-administrator/)
- [Building on our understanding of Moses, Joshua and Paul, identify four qualities for modern Christian leaders.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/building-on-our-understanding-of-moses-joshua-and-paul-identify-four-qualities-for-modern-christian-leaders/)
- [Describe some of the godly leadership qualities found in Joshua.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-some-of-the-godly-leadership-qualities-found-in-joshua/)
- [Identify Plato's source of authority for leadership.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-platos-source-of-authority-for-leadership/)
- [What New Testament passage offers a good example of the way Jesus gave Himself to people in an attempt to build His life and ministry into them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-new-testament-passage-offers-a-good-example-of-the-way-jesus-gave-himself-to-people-in-an-attempt-to-build-his-life-and-ministry-into-them/)
- [What New Testament chapter describes the three things New Testament leadership IS and what are those things?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-new-testament-chapter-describes-the-three-things-new-testament-leadership-is-and-what-are-those-things/)
- [Name and describe three things New Testament leadership is NOT.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-and-describe-three-things-new-testament-leadership-is-not/)
- [What causes the breakdown of unity and community in a congregation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-causes-the-breakdown-of-unity-and-community-in-a-congregation/)
- [Review Francis Shaeffer's eight ingredients, which define (describe) church. Discuss where you agree or disagree.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/review-francis-shaeffers-eight-ingredients-which-define-describe-church-discuss-where-you-agree-or-disagree/)
- [What is the significance of the phrase "with all the saints" in Ephesians 3:18?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-significance-of-the-phrase-with-all-the-saints-in-ephesians-318/)
- [In what three ways does the New Testament use the word "ekklesia"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-three-ways-does-the-new-testament-use-the-word-ekklesia/)
- [In what four ways do we commonly use the word "church"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-four-ways-do-we-commonly-use-the-word-church/)
- [Explain the difference between metachurch and mega church.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-difference-between-metachurch-and-mega-church/)
- [When would a person allow destructive conflict to win?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-would-a-person-allow-destructive-conflict-to-win/)
- [What role does “producing creative options” have in helping us to manage conflict constructively?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-role-does-producing-creative-options-have-in-helping-us-to-manage-conflict-constructively/)
- [How does accuracy in communication help to reduce destructive conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-accuracy-in-communication-help-to-reduce-destructive-conflict/)
- [Does communication always help to reduce conflict? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/does-communication-always-help-to-reduce-conflict-why/)
- [What are some signs that the desire no longer exists to continue a relationship?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-some-signs-that-the-desire-no-longer-exists-to-continue-a-relationship/)
- [The lecture offers ten suggestions for defeating workaholism. Review as many as you can remember. Which do you find most helpful?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/the-lecture-offers-ten-suggestions-for-defeating-workaholism-review-as-many-as-you-can-remember-which-do-you-find-most-helpful/)
- [Identify the most effective pattern of conflict resolution continuum.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-the-most-effective-pattern-of-conflict-resolution-continuum/)
- [Suggest some lifestyle changes which can alleviate stress in the life of a leader.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/suggest-some-lifestyle-changes-which-can-alleviate-stress-in-the-life-of-a-leader/)
- [What is workaholism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-workaholism/)
- [How can stress be reduced in a small group?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-stress-be-reduced-in-a-small-group/)
- [How does the Jonah record demonstrate the fear of success?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-jonah-record-demonstrate-the-fear-of-success/)
- [Explain the statement, “Stress lies within ourselves.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-statement-stress-lies-within-ourselves/)
- [Discuss the possible reasons why the top five problems faced by senior pastors with staff, senior pastors without staff and associate pastor are at points similar and at other points different.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-possible-reasons-why-the-top-five-problems-faced-by-senior-pastors-with-staff-senior-pastors-without-staff-and-associate-pastor-are-at-points-similar-and-at-other-points-different/)
- [According to Kouzes and Posner how do people with “hearty attitude” handle stress?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-kouzes-and-posner-how-do-people-with-hearty-attitude-handle-stress/)
- [Can you think of any biblical examples of the tactic, “Changing the physical environment”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/can-you-think-of-any-biblical-examples-of-the-tactic-changing-the-physical-environment/)
- [What are your options if your adversary uses the tactic, “refusal to recognize the conflict”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-your-options-if-your-adversary-uses-the-tactic-refusal-to-recognize-the-conflict/)
- [Of all the tactics discussed in this study, which have been most effective when someone else used it on you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/of-all-the-tactics-discussed-in-this-study-which-have-been-most-effective-when-someone-else-used-it-on-you/)
- [A frequent tactic is use of a “threat.” When is it worthwhile to use this in conflict situations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/a-frequent-tactic-is-use-of-a-threat-when-is-it-worthwhile-to-use-this-in-conflict-situations/)
- [Of what benefit is the tactic, “quid pro quo”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/of-what-benefit-is-the-tactic-quid-pro-quo/)
- [How do you respond to Ellis’ “ten most irrational ideas about leadership”? With which do you agree and disagree?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-respond-to-ellis-ten-most-irrational-ideas-about-leadership-with-which-do-you-agree-and-disagree/)
- [What four functions must leaders carry out to keep conflicting groups healthy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-four-functions-must-leaders-carry-out-to-keep-conflicting-groups-healthy/)
- [What kinds of things do Leas and Kittlaus group under substantive conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-kinds-of-things-do-leas-and-kittlaus-group-under-substantive-conflict/)
- [According to Speed Leas, what do church people fight about?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-speed-leas-what-do-church-people-fight-about/)
- [In times of strong conflict which style do you exhibit most frequently?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-times-of-strong-conflict-which-style-do-you-exhibit-most-frequently/)
- [Why do you think both men and women tend to become more non-confrontation-oriented as they advance in years?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-you-think-both-men-and-women-tend-to-become-more-non-confrontation-oriented-as-they-advance-in-years/)
- [Do you view the style of collaboration or compromise as the most realistic style? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-view-the-style-of-collaboration-or-compromise-as-the-most-realistic-style-why/)
- [Can you think of times when Jesus Christ demonstrated a conflict style of control? Of non-confrontation? Of solution?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/can-you-think-of-times-when-jesus-christ-demonstrated-a-conflict-style-of-control-of-non-confrontation-of-solution/)
- [When would avoidance or non-confrontation be an improper conflict style?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-would-avoidance-or-non-confrontation-be-an-improper-conflict-style/)
- [Are coalitions formed consciously or unconsciously? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-coalitions-formed-consciously-or-unconsciously-why/)
- [What did Caplov determine concerning coalitions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-caplov-determine-concerning-coalitions/)
- [What do we know about the division of outcomes as it pertains to coalitions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-know-about-the-division-of-outcomes-as-it-pertains-to-coalitions/)
- [What makes a potential coalition partner attractive?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-makes-a-potential-coalition-partner-attractive/)
- [What is the difference between a third party and an audience?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-a-third-party-and-an-audience/)
- [List the proposals and counter-proposals seen between Moses and Pharaoh in Exodus.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/list-the-proposals-and-counter-proposals-seen-between-moses-and-pharaoh-in-exodus/)
- [Trace the bargaining steps revealed in Genesis 29-31 between Jacob and Laban. Are these repeated in most bargaining situations today?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/trace-the-bargaining-steps-revealed-in-genesis-29-31-between-jacob-and-laban-are-these-repeated-in-most-bargaining-situations-today/)
- [Why is a voluntary relationship important in negotiation and bargaining?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-a-voluntary-relationship-important-in-negotiation-and-bargaining/)
- [What questions help us to measure power in any conflict situation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-questions-help-us-to-measure-power-in-any-conflict-situation/)
- [Think of three examples of “expert power” in Christian circles. Are these examples more “referent power” situations or “legitimate power” examples?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/think-of-three-examples-of-expert-power-in-christian-circles-are-these-examples-more-referent-power-situations-or-legitimate-power-examples/)
- [What is usually true when a person claims he has “no power” in a given relationship?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-usually-true-when-a-person-claims-he-has-no-power-in-a-given-relationship/)
- [Name the five types of power. Rate them as to which you use the most to which you use the least.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/name-the-five-types-of-power-rate-them-as-to-which-you-use-the-most-to-which-you-use-the-least/)
- [Why is “influence” a good synonym for “power”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-influence-a-good-synonym-for-power/)
- [What is the communication axiom present in this study? Why do you think this is true?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-communication-axiom-present-in-this-study-why-do-you-think-this-is-true/)
- [Write a short paragraph describing David’s relationship with Jonathan. Now do the same with David and King Saul.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/write-a-short-paragraph-describing-davids-relationship-with-jonathan-now-do-the-same-with-david-and-king-saul/)
- [Think back to the last conflict encounter you had. Were there more symmetrical or complementary interchanges? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/think-back-to-the-last-conflict-encounter-you-had-were-there-more-symmetrical-or-complementary-interchanges-why/)
- [What does the account of the Samaritan woman in John 4 illustrate to us about relationships?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-the-account-of-the-samaritan-woman-in-john-4-illustrate-to-us-about-relationships/)
- [If a relationship is healthy, this aspect fades into the background. Why would this be true?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-a-relationship-is-healthy-this-aspect-fades-into-the-background-why-would-this-be-true/)
- [What is the basis for all effective and fair evaluation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-basis-for-all-effective-and-fair-evaluation/)
- [Why is the right to fail important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-right-to-fail-important/)
- [What should a supervisor do when he listens to a subordinate?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-should-a-supervisor-do-when-he-listens-to-a-subordinate/)
- [What items would you add to the list by Kouzes and Posner describing strategies of empowerment?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-items-would-you-add-to-the-list-by-kouzes-and-posner-describing-strategies-of-empowerment/)
- [What is the end result of empowering subordinates?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-end-result-of-empowering-subordinates/)
- [According to the research of Phillips and Taylor, what is expected of group members?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-the-research-of-phillips-and-taylor-what-is-expected-of-group-members/)
- [According to the research of Phillips and Taylor, what do group members want?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-the-research-of-phillips-and-taylor-what-do-group-members-want/)
- [What is meant by the sentence, ”People do not accept or reject training in a vacuum”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-the-sentence-people-do-not-accept-or-reject-training-in-a-vacuum/)
- [How do you evaluate Starr’s principles?  With which do you agree?  With which do you disagree?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-evaluate-starrs-principles-with-which-do-you-agree-with-which-do-you-disagree/)
- [What two behaviors do Kouzes and Posner differentiate by saying one gets others to do things while the other gets others to want to do them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-two-behaviors-do-kouzes-and-posner-differentiate-by-saying-one-gets-others-to-do-things-while-the-other-gets-others-to-want-to-do-them/)
- [In renewing the life of a Christian organization, what is more important, the changing of the organization or the changing of its workers?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-renewing-the-life-of-a-christian-organization-what-is-more-important-the-changing-of-the-organization-or-the-changing-of-its-workers/)
- [What aspect of Christian theology most militates against Skinnerian manipulation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-aspect-of-christian-theology-most-militates-against-skinnerian-manipulation/)
- [Explain why human relations in the Christian organization are both a means and an end.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-why-human-relations-in-the-christian-organization-are-both-a-means-and-an-end/)
- [What is the end result and primary goal of positive interpersonal relations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-end-result-and-primary-goal-of-positive-interpersonal-relations/)
- [How could you change the physical environment (place where you regularly meet people) to foster better communication?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-could-you-change-the-physical-environment-place-where-you-regularly-meet-people-to-foster-better-communication/)
- [Of the ten ways we communicate, which three do you find yourself using most frequently?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/of-the-ten-ways-we-communicate-which-three-do-you-find-yourself-using-most-frequently/)
- [How does non-verbal communication relate to the statement, “you cannot not communicate”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-non-verbal-communication-relate-to-the-statement-you-cannot-not-communicate/)
- [Why is non-verbal communication important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-non-verbal-communication-important/)
- [Write out what values Mr. Brown and the Pastor hold together.  What values are unique to Mr. Brown?  to the pastor?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/write-out-what-values-mr-brown-and-the-pastor-hold-together-what-values-are-unique-to-mr-brown-to-the-pastor/)
- [In what ways in your experience has conflict sharpened the focus of your values and the values of those around you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-in-your-experience-has-conflict-sharpened-the-focus-of-your-values-and-the-values-of-those-around-you/)
- [What three important principles grow out of the fact that role definitions are mutually defined?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-three-important-principles-grow-out-of-the-fact-that-role-definitions-are-mutually-defined/)
- [What is “intra-role conflict”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-intra-role-conflict/)
- [In Paul’s confrontation with Cephas (Gal. 2:11-21), why was it imperative for Paul to have this meeting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-pauls-confrontation-with-cephas-gal-211-21-why-was-it-imperative-for-paul-to-have-this-meeting/)
- [What two conflict principles come from 1 Cor. 6:1-8?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-two-conflict-principles-come-from-1-cor-61-8/)
- [Commitment and restoration of Peter after his denial of the Lord is the issue in John 21:15-19.  What role does conflict play in this account?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/commitment-and-restoration-of-peter-after-his-denial-of-the-lord-is-the-issue-in-john-2115-19-what-role-does-conflict-play-in-this-account/)
- [At the heart of the conflict in Matthew 20:1-16 is perceived injustice.  What does this parable show us about conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/at-the-heart-of-the-conflict-in-matthew-201-16-is-perceived-injustice-what-does-this-parable-show-us-about-conflict/)
- [When the conflict issue was “Who was the greatest?” (Luke 22:24-27), what is learned about conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-the-conflict-issue-was-who-was-the-greatest-luke-2224-27-what-is-learned-about-conflict/)
- [Why is it important to hear all sides of a conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-important-to-hear-all-sides-of-a-conflict/)
- [Explain “When a man’s ways pleases the Lord he makes even his enemies live at peace with him.” (Proverbs 16:7)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-when-a-mans-ways-pleases-the-lord-he-makes-even-his-enemies-live-at-peace-with-him-proverbs-167/)
- [When is it best to avoid a fight or conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-is-it-best-to-avoid-a-fight-or-conflict/)
- [What two problems developed when the Israelites failed to rebuke?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-two-problems-developed-when-the-israelites-failed-to-rebuke/)
- [According to Proverbs what does negative feedback (criticism) do?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-proverbs-what-does-negative-feedback-criticism-do/)
- [How do communication skills relate to the before, during and after of the conflict process?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-communication-skills-relate-to-the-before-during-and-after-of-the-conflict-process/)
- [Why is conflict more than “just a personality problem”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-conflict-more-than-just-a-personality-problem/)
- [Why is the word "struggle" a good word for conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-word-struggle-a-good-word-for-conflict/)
- [What do we learn about problem-solving when it comes to the conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-learn-about-problem-solving-when-it-comes-to-the-conflict/)
- [How was coalition viewed as a result of the communication process?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-was-coalition-viewed-as-a-result-of-the-communication-process/)
- [Explain the statement, “It is the nature of communication that we use its processes against its purposes.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-statement-it-is-the-nature-of-communication-that-we-use-its-processes-against-its-purposes/)
- [What is the difference between denotative and connotative meaning?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-denotative-and-connotative-meaning/)
- [What is the difference between the referent meaning of a word and its reference meaning?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-the-referent-meaning-of-a-word-and-its-reference-meaning/)
- [What is the difference between the scientific view and the magical view of language?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-the-scientific-view-and-the-magical-view-of-language/)
- [What is the significance of Colossians 4:6 to our study of language in communication?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-significance-of-colossians-46-to-our-study-of-language-in-communication/)
- [Why must good leaders avoid anger?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-good-leaders-avoid-anger/)
- [Why is threat such a common tool of manipulators and autocrats?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-threat-such-a-common-tool-of-manipulators-and-autocrats/)
- [What is the difference between latent roles and deviant roles?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-latent-roles-and-deviant-roles/)
- [What is the significance of Romans 12:3 to the issue of self concept?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-significance-of-romans-123-to-the-issue-of-self-concept/)
- [What is the significance of Proverbs 23:7 to a study of self concept?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-significance-of-proverbs-237-to-a-study-of-self-concept/)
- [What kind of communication messages are non-linguistic, analogic and processed primarily by the brain’s right hemisphere?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-kind-of-communication-messages-are-non-linguistic-analogic-and-processed-primarily-by-the-brains-right-hemisphere/)
- [What is the relationship of the doctrine of the Holy Spirit to the issue of false expectations in the Christian organization?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-relationship-of-the-doctrine-of-the-holy-spirit-to-the-issue-of-false-expectations-in-the-christian-organization/)
- [Suggest some reasons why human relations problems are often more severe in a Christian organization than in a secular organization.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/suggest-some-reasons-why-human-relations-problems-are-often-more-severe-in-a-christian-organization-than-in-a-secular-organization/)
- [On the Nichols’ 10-point scale of listening, rate yourself from 1-10 on each item so your final appraisal relates to a potential score of 100.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/on-the-nichols-10-point-scale-of-listening-rate-yourself-from-1-10-on-each-item-so-your-final-appraisal-relates-to-a-potential-score-of-100/)
- [Why must we always examine the true purpose of communication?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-we-always-examine-the-true-purpose-of-communication/)
- [What three dimensions of the communication process seem to require our exclusive attention?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-three-dimensions-of-the-communication-process-seem-to-require-our-exclusive-attention/)
- [What is meant by personal “script”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-personal-script/)
- [According to the “Bubble Model,” why might administrative ethics sometimes fail?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-the-bubble-model-why-might-administrative-ethics-sometimes-fail/)
- [Why does Harold Westing suggest that no committee or board in a church should meet without the rest of the staff knowing the agenda and outcome of the meetings?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-harold-westing-suggest-that-no-committee-or-board-in-a-church-should-meet-without-the-rest-of-the-staff-knowing-the-agenda-and-outcome-of-the-meetings/)
- [Why must organizational values be integrated with individual values?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-organizational-values-be-integrated-with-individual-values/)
- [What is the purpose of feedback?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-purpose-of-feedback/)
- [Of what does language consist?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/of-what-does-language-consist/)
- [Why is the word “mutuality” important in communication theory?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-word-mutuality-important-in-communication-theory/)
- [What is the meaning of the word "culture"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-meaning-of-the-word-culture/)
- [How would you define sociology?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-would-you-define-sociology/)
- [Why is it correct to say that the church is both organism and organization?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-correct-to-say-that-the-church-is-both-organism-and-organization/)
- [Discuss Elijah and Elisha as models in the leadership training program.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-elijah-and-elisha-as-models-in-the-leadership-training-program/)
- [What goals should a church set in its leadership training program?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-goals-should-a-church-set-in-its-leadership-training-program/)
- [What does it mean to say “specify persons, tasks and time”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-to-say-specify-persons-tasks-and-time/)
- [How can one assess the spiritual gifts of others?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-one-assess-the-spiritual-gifts-of-others/)
- [Discuss the standard of spiritual maturity in training other leaders.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-standard-of-spiritual-maturity-in-training-other-leaders/)
- [What priorities does Jesus show in this passage?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-priorities-does-jesus-show-in-this-passage/)
- [What is meditation and how does it relate to keeping one’s balance on the leadership ladder?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meditation-and-how-does-it-relate-to-keeping-ones-balance-on-the-leadership-ladder/)
- [Why is privacy and quiet essential for effective leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-privacy-and-quiet-essential-for-effective-leadership/)
- [Discuss the problem of pressure both for Jesus and Christian leaders in the late twentieth century.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-problem-of-pressure-both-for-jesus-and-christian-leaders-in-the-late-twentieth-century/)
- [Why is Luke 5 an especially appropriate passage for Christian leaders?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-luke-5-an-especially-appropriate-passage-for-christian-leaders/)
- [Why are biblical criteria for success a joke to the world?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-are-biblical-criteria-for-success-a-joke-to-the-world/)
- [Give at least two examples of biblical heroes who were worldly failures in their time.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/give-at-least-two-examples-of-biblical-heroes-who-were-worldly-failures-in-their-time/)
- [Discuss how biblical values are counter-cultural.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-how-biblical-values-are-counter-cultural/)
- [How is prestige of position an example of the worldly success syndrome in the church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-prestige-of-position-an-example-of-the-worldly-success-syndrome-in-the-church/)
- [Why do worldly axioms of success seem to be stumbling blocks for the church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-worldly-axioms-of-success-seem-to-be-stumbling-blocks-for-the-church/)
- [Discuss the centrality of Romans 12 to the whole issue of spiritual leadership.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-centrality-of-romans-12-to-the-whole-issue-of-spiritual-leadership/)
- [What do we mean by “spiritual leadership is membership”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-by-spiritual-leadership-is-membership/)
- [Define meekness.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/define-meekness/)
- [What are the key New Testament texts treating the issue of spirituality?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-key-new-testament-texts-treating-the-issue-of-spirituality/)
- [What is spirituality?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-spirituality/)
- [Why does the effective leader carefully think through relationships?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-the-effective-leader-carefully-think-through-relationships/)
- [What does the issue of security or insecurity have to do with leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-the-issue-of-security-or-insecurity-have-to-do-with-leadership/)
- [How does II Corinthians 3 relate to leadership behavior?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-ii-corinthians-3-relate-to-leadership-behavior/)
- [Why is the effective leader not afraid of conflict?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-effective-leader-not-afraid-of-conflict/)
- [Discuss the statement, “The effective executive makes sure people are where they belong.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/discuss-the-statement-the-effective-executive-makes-sure-people-are-where-they-belong/)
- [How can the leader emphasize strengths instead of weaknesses?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-the-leader-emphasize-strengths-instead-of-weaknesses/)
- [Explain the “asking before telling” approach to personal follow-up.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-asking-before-telling-approach-to-personal-follow-up/)
- [How can group questionnaires be used in the evaluation process?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-group-questionnaires-be-used-in-the-evaluation-process/)
- [How can the leader assess important but subjective areas, such as one’s “call” to service?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-the-leader-assess-important-but-subjective-areas-such-as-ones-call-to-service/)
- [How can we establish a person-centered climate for evaluation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-we-establish-a-person-centered-climate-for-evaluation/)
- [How can meeting minutes actually become a motivational tool?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-meeting-minutes-actually-become-a-motivational-tool/)
- [Explain the time-saving code to the preparation of business meeting minutes.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-time-saving-code-to-the-preparation-of-business-meeting-minutes/)
- [How can we get board and committee members to prepare for a meeting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-we-get-board-and-committee-members-to-prepare-for-a-meeting/)
- [Describe the hopscotch method of agenda preparation.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-hopscotch-method-of-agenda-preparation/)
- [Describe the bingo method of agenda preparation.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-bingo-method-of-agenda-preparation/)
- [Suggest several keys to effective listening.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/suggest-several-keys-to-effective-listening/)
- [What is “podium panic” and how can it be avoided?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-podium-panic-and-how-can-it-be-avoided/)
- [How do perceptual skills relate to the communications process?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-perceptual-skills-relate-to-the-communications-process/)
- [What should a supervisor do to encourage communication from his subordinates?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-should-a-supervisor-do-to-encourage-communication-from-his-subordinates/)
- [In the planning process, what is feasibility evaluation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-the-planning-process-what-is-feasibility-evaluation/)
- [Suggest the general principle related to long-range planning and the apportionment of thinking time in an organization.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/suggest-the-general-principle-related-to-long-range-planning-and-the-apportionment-of-thinking-time-in-an-organization/)
- [Give an illustration of how specificity in planning must increase as an event draws nearer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/give-an-illustration-of-how-specificity-in-planning-must-increase-as-an-event-draws-nearer/)
- [How is planning cyclically based on evaluation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-planning-cyclically-based-on-evaluation/)
- [What is the key New Testament passage on reconciliation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-key-new-testament-passage-on-reconciliation/)
- [How should the Christian leader react to criticism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-should-the-christian-leader-react-to-criticism/)
- [How does an organizational chart relate to the process of supervision?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-an-organizational-chart-relate-to-the-process-of-supervision/)
- [In what way is job clarification a supervisory principle?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-way-is-job-clarification-a-supervisory-principle/)
- [In this lesson, we learned that both oneness and diversity are essential for the body of Christ to work. What do you think this looks like in “the real world”? What small, practical step(s) might you be able to take toward oneness and/or diversity in the church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-this-lesson-we-learned-that-both-oneness-and-diversity-are-essential-for-the-body-of-christ-to-work-what-do-you-think-this-looks-like-in-the-real-world-what-small-practical-st/)
- [Explain, in your own words, what Romans 6 tells us about how we should treat our bodies, resources, abilities, etc. and why we should treat them that way. In what way(s) does this help you think about sin differently?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-in-your-own-words-what-romans-6-tells-us-about-how-we-should-treat-our-bodies-resources-abilities-etc-and-why-we-should-treat-them-that-way-in-what-ways-does-this-help-you-think-about/)
- [How can we cut the failure rate in the process of delegation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-we-cut-the-failure-rate-in-the-process-of-delegation/)
- [Why do some leaders fail to delegate?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-some-leaders-fail-to-delegate/)
- [How does span of control relate to delegation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-span-of-control-relate-to-delegation/)
- [What do we mean when we say “delegation does not abrogate accountability”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-when-we-say-delegation-does-not-abrogate-accountability/)
- [Why is group decision-making a valid process?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-group-decision-making-a-valid-process/)
- [Under what circumstances should an announced decision be changed?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/under-what-circumstances-should-an-announced-decision-be-changed/)
- [What are the characteristics of a good decision?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-characteristics-of-a-good-decision/)
- [In what way is decision-making like problem-solving?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-way-is-decision-making-like-problem-solving/)
- [How can fuzzy objectives hinder effective decision-making?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-fuzzy-objectives-hinder-effective-decision-making/)
- [How does an understanding of human behavior help the leader bring about change?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-an-understanding-of-human-behavior-help-the-leader-bring-about-change/)
- [When implementing change, what are the components of the announcement stage?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/when-implementing-change-what-are-the-components-of-the-announcement-stage/)
- [Why is it desirable to have wide participation in the planning of change?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-desirable-to-have-wide-participation-in-the-planning-of-change/)
- [What does it mean that change begins at the point of greatest control?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-that-change-begins-at-the-point-of-greatest-control/)
- [Describe a more modern understanding of loyalty.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-a-more-modern-understanding-of-loyalty/)
- [On what is the historic view of loyalty based?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/on-what-is-the-historic-view-of-loyalty-based/)
- [What is a negative habit pattern?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-a-negative-habit-pattern/)
- [How does past failure hinder effective motivation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-past-failure-hinder-effective-motivation/)
- [How can one develop adequate confidence to carry out his job?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-one-develop-adequate-confidence-to-carry-out-his-job/)
- [What specifically is “job control”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-specifically-is-job-control/)
- [Identify the three types of discipline discussed in the lecture.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-the-three-types-of-discipline-discussed-in-the-lecture/)
- [How do improper concepts of motivation hinder human relations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-improper-concepts-of-motivation-hinder-human-relations/)
- [In what way can conflict be positive?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-way-can-conflict-be-positive/)
- [How can non-verbal communication be a roadblock to positive human relations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-non-verbal-communication-be-a-roadblock-to-positive-human-relations/)
- [How does an ignorance of managerial process contribute to human relations problems in an organization?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-an-ignorance-of-managerial-process-contribute-to-human-relations-problems-in-an-organization/)
- [Why do some people have unrealistic expectations of work conditions in the church or other Christian organizations?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-some-people-have-unrealistic-expectations-of-work-conditions-in-the-church-or-other-christian-organizations/)
- [How do goals relate to time management?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-goals-relate-to-time-management/)
- [How do goals relate to long-range planning?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-goals-relate-to-long-range-planning/)
- [Why is it important for a Christian organization to have clear-cut goals?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-important-for-a-christian-organization-to-have-clear-cut-goals/)
- [How does one “prioritize objectives”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-one-prioritize-objectives/)
- [What is the difference between goal orientation and problem orientation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-goal-orientation-and-problem-orientation/)
- [What do we mean by “span of control”?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-by-span-of-control/)
- [What do we mean by line-staff relationships?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-by-line-staff-relationships/)
- [Identify at least one biblical passage supporting the idea that participatory democracy is a desirable principle of organization.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-at-least-one-biblical-passage-supporting-the-idea-that-participatory-democracy-is-a-desirable-principle-of-organization/)
- [Expand the statement, “Organization should always grow out of need.”](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/expand-the-statement-organization-should-always-grow-out-of-need/)
- [Identify four functions of administration using the acronym PLOD.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-four-functions-of-administration-using-the-acronym-plod/)
- [Briefly state the basic emphasis during the era of administrative science.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-state-the-basic-emphasis-during-the-era-of-administrative-science/)
- [Briefly state the basic emphasis during the era of human relations.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-state-the-basic-emphasis-during-the-era-of-human-relations/)
- [Briefly state the basic emphasis during the era of scientific management.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-state-the-basic-emphasis-during-the-era-of-scientific-management/)
- [What is decentralization and why is it good?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-decentralization-and-why-is-it-good/)
- [How can a church focus on people instead of on program?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-can-a-church-focus-on-people-instead-of-on-program/)
- [Why is it correct to say that the church is both organization and organism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-correct-to-say-that-the-church-is-both-organization-and-organism/)
- [What is nepotism and why is it wrong?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-nepotism-and-why-is-it-wrong/)
- [How is the “success syndrome” a distortion of biblical leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-the-success-syndrome-a-distortion-of-biblical-leadership/)
- [What is the difference between administration and management?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-administration-and-management/)
- [Describe the difference in the three styles of leadership.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-the-difference-in-the-three-styles-of-leadership/)
- [How did the church at Jerusalem extend itself to protect its integrity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-the-church-at-jerusalem-extend-itself-to-protect-its-integrity/)
- [In what specific way did the church respond to the social implications of the gospel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-specific-way-did-the-church-respond-to-the-social-implications-of-the-gospel/)
- [What does Acts 11 tell us about the commitment to teaching in the Antioch church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-acts-11-tell-us-about-the-commitment-to-teaching-in-the-antioch-church/)
- [What is a spiritual gift and how does it relate to Christian leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-a-spiritual-gift-and-how-does-it-relate-to-christian-leadership/)
- [What is the significance of Luke 22 in developing a Christian view of leadership?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-significance-of-luke-22-in-developing-a-christian-view-of-leadership/)
- [Suggest at least one key passage in which the servant attitude of Jesus is displayed.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/suggest-at-least-one-key-passage-in-which-the-servant-attitude-of-jesus-is-displayed/)
- [In addition to the names identified in the outline, mention several other New Testament models of leadership.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-addition-to-the-names-identified-in-the-outline-mention-several-other-new-testament-models-of-leadership/)
- [Mention several ways in which Joseph serves as a positive model of leadership.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/mention-several-ways-in-which-joseph-serves-as-a-positive-model-of-leadership/)
- [How does a congregation achieve and practice mutual edification?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-a-congregation-achieve-and-practice-mutual-edification/)
- [How is the church like a body, particularly with respect to its unity-in-diversity?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-the-church-like-a-body-particularly-with-respect-to-its-unity-in-diversity/)
- [What do we mean by “congregating” new converts?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-mean-by-congregating-new-converts/)
- [What is the difference between the universal church and the local church?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-difference-between-the-universal-church-and-the-local-church-2/)
- [As you wrap up this course, look through the lecture outlines and your notes and identify a few of the most significant thoughts, comments, pieces of advice, or instructions that you have learned. Why are they significant for you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/as-you-wrap-up-this-course-look-through-the-lecture-outlines-and-your-notes-and-identify-a-few-of-the-most-significant-thoughts-comments-pieces-of-advice-or-instructions-that-you-have-learned-why/)
- [Compare and contrast your own study and reading habits with what Dr. Stott describes as ideal for a preacher. How you might be able to improve your habits? Identify one or two concrete steps that you plan to implement.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/compare-and-contrast-your-own-study-and-reading-habits-with-what-dr-stott-describes-as-ideal-for-a-preacher-how-you-might-be-able-to-improve-your-habits-identify-one-or-two-concrete-steps-that-you/)
- [Why does Dr. Stott advocate that preachers should keep up on current news, go to movies periodically, and read secular writings (both current bestsellers and classics)? Do you agree? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-dr-stott-advocate-that-preachers-should-keep-up-on-current-news-go-to-movies-periodically-and-read-secular-writings-both-current-bestsellers-and-classics-do-you-agree-why-or-why-not/)
- [What do you think are the most important suggestions given by Dr. Stott for creating a personal reading/study plan? What impact do you think it would have on the Church if preachers took this advice seriously?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-are-the-most-important-suggestions-given-by-dr-stott-for-creating-a-personal-reading-study-plan-what-impact-do-you-think-it-would-have-on-the-church-if-preachers-took-this-advice-s/)
- [Using the teaching in this lecture as a guide, choose a biblical book other than Job and Habakkuk, and prepare a sermon outline. Comment on your experience. (You do not need to include your outline here if you don't wish to.)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/using-the-teaching-in-this-lecture-as-a-guide-choose-a-biblical-book-other-than-job-and-habakkuk-and-prepare-a-sermon-outline-comment-on-your-experience-you-do-not-need-to-include-your-outline-he/)
- [Why does Stott advise against ending a sermon on a negative note? Do agree with him? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-stott-advise-against-ending-a-sermon-on-a-negative-note-do-agree-with-him-why-or-why-not/)
- [What observations can you make from the example sermons in this lecture? Select one example and describe how/why Stott outlined it the way he did (e.g., by sections, paragraphs, flow of thought, etc.). How is this approach helpful to you? Comment on any advantages or disadvantages you see in preaching on long sections of Scripture.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-observations-can-you-make-from-the-example-sermons-in-this-lecture-select-one-example-and-describe-how-why-stott-outlined-it-the-way-he-did-e-g-by-sections-paragraphs-flow-of-thought-etc/)
- [Think of a sermon you have heard recently. What was powerful about the message? How might you have treated the subject matter differently if you were giving the sermon? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/think-of-a-sermon-you-have-heard-recently-what-was-powerful-about-the-message-how-might-you-have-treated-the-subject-matter-differently-if-you-were-giving-the-sermon-why/)
- [Using the teaching in this lecture as a guide, choose a beatitude (from Matt. 5:3-12) other than the one Dr. Stott used, and prepare a sermon outline based on the verse you choose. Comment on your experience. (You do not have to include the sermon outline here if you do not wish to.)](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/using-the-teaching-in-this-lecture-as-a-guide-choose-a-beatitude-from-matt-53-12-other-than-the-one-dr-stott-used-and-prepare-a-sermon-outline-based-on-the-verse-you-choose-comment-on-your-exp/)
- [What observations can you make from the example sermons in this lecture? Select one example and describe how/why Stott outlined it the way he did (e.g., by sentence structure, flow of thoughts, etc.). How is this approach helpful as you consider preaching on single verses or short paragraphs? Comment on any advantages or disadvantages you see in preaching on short passages.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-observations-can-you-make-from-the-example-sermons-in-this-lecture-select-one-example-and-describe-how-why-stott-outlined-it-the-way-he-did-e-g-by-sentence-structure-flow-of-thoughts-etc/)
- [If you had to preach or teach on one short verse of Scripture, how would you expand on it in such as way as to apply it effectively to your listeners but not to go beyond what it says?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-had-to-preach-or-teach-on-one-short-verse-of-scripture-how-would-you-expand-on-it-in-such-as-way-as-to-apply-it-effectively-to-your-listeners-but-not-to-go-beyond-what-it-says/)
- [Do you prefer preaching on a very short text (one verse or short paragraph) or do you prefer teaching an entire chapter or book of the Bible at a time? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-prefer-preaching-on-a-very-short-text-one-verse-or-short-paragraph-or-do-you-prefer-teaching-an-entire-chapter-or-book-of-the-bible-at-a-time-explain/)
- [Consider the concept of being “unself-conscious” in preaching. Have you ever experienced this? What needs to happen for you to be more focused on the message and the congregation than on your self as you preach or teach?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/consider-the-concept-of-being-unself-conscious-in-preaching-have-you-ever-experienced-this-what-needs-to-happen-for-you-to-be-more-focused-on-the-message-and-the-congregation-than/)
- [Dr. Stott emphasizes that in sermon preparation and delivery there are different approaches for people of different gifts and talents. Consider your own gifts and abilities, what has worked for you, and what has not. Briefly describe what might be the best approach for you to take in preparation and delivery.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-emphasizes-that-in-sermon-preparation-and-delivery-there-are-different-approaches-for-people-of-different-gifts-and-talents-consider-your-own-gifts-and-abilities-what-has-worked-for-you-a/)
- [Compare and contrast the two extremes of sermon delivery as described in the lecture. What balance do you think is best?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/compare-and-contrast-the-two-extremes-of-sermon-delivery-as-described-in-the-lecture-what-balance-do-you-think-is-best/)
- [Describe in your own words how Dr. Stott says preachers should “isolate the message”. What challenges do you think preachers face in this process, and how can you overcome them?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-in-your-own-words-how-dr-stott-says-preachers-should-isolate-the-message-what-challenges-do-you-think-preachers-face-in-this-process-and-how-can-you-overcome-them/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean by a preacher’s “luminous thoughts”? Where do you suppose such thoughts come from? What do you do when you have them? Think through how you can best capture those moments and put them to use in your teaching for the benefit of others.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-by-a-preachers-luminous-thoughts-where-do-you-suppose-such-thoughts-come-from-what-do-you-do-when-you-have-them-think-through-how-you-can-best-ca/)
- [Reflect on your life in light of the characteristics of sincerity and humility. What do you do well in these areas, and what do you struggle with? Explore what God may want to do in your life through this.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-your-life-in-light-of-the-characteristics-of-sincerity-and-humility-what-do-you-do-well-in-these-areas-and-what-do-you-struggle-with-explore-what-god-may-want-to-do-in-your-life-through/)
- [In your own words, describe the characteristics of sincerity and humility as they pertain to preaching. How do you think they help preachers today reach people effectively?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-describe-the-characteristics-of-sincerity-and-humility-as-they-pertain-to-preaching-how-do-you-think-they-help-preachers-today-reach-people-effectively/)
- [How do you think a pastor can maintain spiritual vitality when sermons must be delivered every week of the year? How can you prevent preaching from becoming just a job to be done?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-do-you-think-a-pastor-can-maintain-spiritual-vitality-when-sermons-must-be-delivered-every-week-of-the-year-how-can-you-prevent-preaching-from-becoming-just-a-job-to-be-done/)
- [Brainstorm concrete ways you can make your preaching more dialogical and how you might begin incorporating these things into your preaching style?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/brainstorm-concrete-ways-you-can-make-your-preaching-more-dialogical-and-how-you-might-begin-incorporating-these-things-into-your-preaching-style/)
- [Reflect on your attitude toward authority. How has this affected your spiritual life and ministry (either positively or negatively)? Do you relate to the tendency of many to both resist authority but desire it at the same time?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-your-attitude-toward-authority-how-has-this-affected-your-spiritual-life-and-ministry-either-positively-or-negatively-do-you-relate-to-the-tendency-of-many-to-both-resist-authority-but/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean by “preaching is dialogical”? Summarize this in your own words, and comment on any agreement or disagreement you have.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-by-preaching-is-dialogical-summarize-this-in-your-own-words-and-comment-on-any-agreement-or-disagreement-you-have/)
- [What does it mean for a preacher to be “authentic”? Why is authenticity a necessary characteristic for communicators of the evangelical message?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-for-a-preacher-to-be-authentic-why-is-authenticity-a-necessary-characteristic-for-communicators-of-the-evangelical-message/)
- [Think of a time when you were really engaged in a sermon. What was happening? Why did the sermon (or the way the preacher spoke) draw you in?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/think-of-a-time-when-you-were-really-engaged-in-a-sermon-what-was-happening-why-did-the-sermon-or-the-way-the-preacher-spoke-draw-you-in/)
- [Are there any “hard truths” that you might be inclined to avoid in your teaching? Explore the reasons for this hesitancy (e.g., a need for approval, the culture of your church, uncertainty in your own beliefs, etc.), and identify how you might proceed in your preaching/teaching ministry more courageously.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-there-any-hard-truths-that-you-might-be-inclined-to-avoid-in-your-teaching-explore-the-reasons-for-this-hesitancy-e-g-a-need-for-approval-the-culture-of-your-church-uncerta/)
- [Looking again at the characteristics discussed here, which ones do you do well? Which ones have been a struggle? How might you improve in these areas?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/looking-again-at-the-characteristics-discussed-here-which-ones-do-you-do-well-which-ones-have-been-a-struggle-how-might-you-improve-in-these-areas/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean when he says the congregation should be “critical” of what the pastor says but not “suspicious”? How can a preacher encourage this?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-when-he-says-the-congregation-should-be-critical-of-what-the-pastor-says-but-not-suspicious-how-can-a-preacher-encourage-this/)
- [In your own words, describe the characteristics of accuracy, relevance and courage as they pertain to preaching. Which one do you think is most critical in the church today, particularly where you live and minister?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-describe-the-characteristics-of-accuracy-relevance-and-courage-as-they-pertain-to-preaching-which-one-do-you-think-is-most-critical-in-the-church-today-particularly-where-you-liv/)
- [Does the life of Charles Simeon inspire you? Explain why or why not. Look for at least one or two concrete action steps that you should take today to be more faithful in or prepare for your ministry.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/does-the-life-of-charles-simeon-inspire-you-explain-why-or-why-not-look-for-at-least-one-or-two-concrete-action-steps-that-you-should-take-today-to-be-more-faithful-in-or-prepare-for-your-ministry/)
- [In what ways are you currently disciplining yourself grow in your spiritual maturity? Are your disciplines proving fruitful? Why or why not? What are some things you might add or change to encourage this growth?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-what-ways-are-you-currently-disciplining-yourself-grow-in-your-spiritual-maturity-are-your-disciplines-proving-fruitful-why-or-why-not-what-are-some-things-you-might-add-or-change-to-encourage-t/)
- [Review the five characteristics of Charles Simeon that shaped his ministry and allowed God to use him with effectiveness? Which of those characteristics do you think are most critical in Christian leaders today? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/review-the-five-characteristics-of-charles-simeon-that-shaped-his-ministry-and-allowed-god-to-use-him-with-effectiveness-which-of-those-characteristics-do-you-think-are-most-critical-in-christian-lea/)
- [What would you do if you were a pastor and you knew that every Sunday you would experience overt persecution by people outside and inside your church building (e.g., people throwing objects at you)? What do you think God would want you to learn from that experience?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-would-you-do-if-you-were-a-pastor-and-you-knew-that-every-sunday-you-would-experience-overt-persecution-by-people-outside-and-inside-your-church-building-e-g-people-throwing-objects-at-you-w/)
- [Are you comfortable with leading a congregation by the example of your life? Why or why not? Prayerfully consider the implications of your answer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-you-comfortable-with-leading-a-congregation-by-the-example-of-your-life-why-or-why-not-prayerfully-consider-the-implications-of-your-answer/)
- [Dr. Stott discusses in the lecture how pastors are to guard the sheep, which means at times fighting against false teaching by “reading their literature which we would far rather not read” and “listening to and wrestling with the arguments” so that they can deal with the “real issues that are at stake.” Do you enjoy this process or tend to avoid it? Consider the motivation behind your response.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-discusses-in-the-lecture-how-pastors-are-to-guard-the-sheep-which-means-at-times-fighting-against-false-teaching-by-reading-their-literature-which-we-would-far-rather-not-read/)
- [Briefly summarize the biblical ideal of the Good Shepherd in your own words, and identify concrete ways this ideal should impact the actual ministry and activities of a pastor. Do you see any changes that need to be made in your ministry?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/briefly-summarize-the-biblical-ideal-of-the-good-shepherd-in-your-own-words-and-identify-concrete-ways-this-ideal-should-impact-the-actual-ministry-and-activities-of-a-pastor-do-you-see-any-changes/)
- [Review the three foundations of pastoral ministry explained in the opening portion of this lecture, and consider popular concepts of “leadership.” Do you see any tensions between “service” and “leadership”? How do you reconcile those tensions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/review-the-three-foundations-of-pastoral-ministry-explained-in-the-opening-portion-of-this-lecture-and-consider-popular-concepts-of-leadership-do-you-see-any-tensions-between/)
- [How equipped do you feel to apply the principle of harmony? Grade yourself on your overall understanding of the Bible as a whole. What can you do personally to ensure that you are acquiring and building upon your knowledge of the entire text of God’s Word?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-equipped-do-you-feel-to-apply-the-principle-of-harmony-grade-yourself-on-your-overall-understanding-of-the-bible-as-a-whole-what-can-you-do-personally-to-ensure-that-you-are-acquiring-and-buildi/)
- [What do we learn about the character of God as we apply the principles of simplicity, history, and harmony to our interpretation of Scripture? How does this understanding encourage your relationship with God and His Word?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-we-learn-about-the-character-of-god-as-we-apply-the-principles-of-simplicity-history-and-harmony-to-our-interpretation-of-scripture-how-does-this-understanding-encourage-your-relationship-w/)
- [In your own words, define the principle of “harmony” as you would describe it to a twelve-year old who is just starting to read the Bible. Is this a good principle to follow? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-define-the-principle-of-harmony-as-you-would-describe-it-to-a-twelve-year-old-who-is-just-starting-to-read-the-bible-is-this-a-good-principle-to-follow-why-or-wh/)
- [Summarize Dr. Stott’s approach to interpreting cultural issues in the Bible? Is this a helpful approach in your view? Discus any points of agreement or disagreement that come to mind (esp. regarding the examples of foot washing, greeting with a kiss, or the veiling of women).](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-dr-stotts-approach-to-interpreting-cultural-issues-in-the-bible-is-this-a-helpful-approach-in-your-view-discus-any-points-of-agreement-or-disagreement-that-come-to-mind-esp-reg/)
- [What is one key insight either from this or the previous lesson regarding biblical interpretation that you find significant? Why is this important for you to apply? What steps do you need to take to ensure that you are correctly reading and understanding the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-one-key-insight-either-from-this-or-the-previous-lesson-regarding-biblical-interpretation-that-you-find-significant-why-is-this-important-for-you-to-apply-what-steps-do-you-need-to-take-to-e/)
- [In your own words, define the principles of “simplicity” and “history” as you would describe them to a twelve-year old who is just starting to read the Bible. Are these good principles to follow? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-define-the-principles-of-simplicity-and-history-as-you-would-describe-them-to-a-twelve-year-old-who-is-just-starting-to-read-the-bible-are-these/)
- [How has your method of studying the Bible differed from the way you study other books? How is it similar? Can you explain why this has been your approach?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-your-method-of-studying-the-bible-differed-from-the-way-you-study-other-books-how-is-it-similar-can-you-explain-why-this-has-been-your-approach/)
- [What frustrations have you had with interpreting the Bible? When you come to a passage that is difficult to understand, what have you usually done? How do you feel about the results you've been getting?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-frustrations-have-you-had-with-interpreting-the-bible-when-you-come-to-a-passage-that-is-difficult-to-understand-what-do-you-do-how-do-you-feel-about-the-results-you-are-getting/)
- [What advice does Dr. Stott give on studying the work of teachers who reject the authority of the Bible? How have you approached this challenge? Do you agree or disagree with Dr. Stott’s advice? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-advice-does-dr-stott-give-on-studying-the-work-of-teachers-who-reject-the-authority-of-the-bible-how-have-you-approached-this-challenge-do-you-agree-or-disagree-with-dr-stotts-advice/)
- [Reflect on Dr. Stott’s four conditions of illumination by the Holy Spirit. Which one(s) are most convicting or challenging to you? What can you do today to make yourself more open to the Holy Spirit’s work?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-dr-stotts-four-conditions-of-illumination-by-the-holy-spirit-which-ones-are-most-convicting-or-challenging-to-you-what-can-you-do-today-to-make-yourself-more-open-to-the-holy/)
- [What role(s) do other people play in your study and interpretation of Scripture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-roles-do-other-people-play-in-your-study-and-interpretation-of-scripture/)
- [Where do you turn for teaching and understanding about the Scriptures? Do you always agree with those who teach you, or do you ever venture out to read or hear from those who have differing views of the Bible? Explain your perspective.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/where-do-you-turn-for-teaching-and-understanding-about-the-scriptures-do-you-always-agree-with-those-who-teach-you-or-do-you-ever-venture-out-to-read-or-hear-from-those-who-have-differing-views-of-t/)
- [In your own life, do you see the authority of Scripture as tyranny or freedom? How has Dr. Stott’s teaching challenged or encouraged you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-life-do-you-see-the-authority-of-scripture-as-tyranny-or-freedom-how-has-dr-stotts-teaching-challenged-or-encouraged-you/)
- [Are you satisfied with the basis for the authority of the New Testament presented in this lesson? What questions remain for you?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/are-you-satisfied-with-the-basis-for-the-authority-of-the-new-testament-presented-in-this-lesson-what-questions-remain-for-you/)
- [Describe in your own words how the authority of the apostles differs from the authority of preachers today. How should this affect preaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/describe-in-your-own-words-how-the-authority-of-the-apostles-differs-from-the-authority-of-preachers-today-how-should-this-affect-preaching/)
- [Many emphasize the freedom of individuals to believe whatever they want to believe. Are you truly free in this way? How does your Christian faith relate to this freedom?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/many-emphasize-the-freedom-of-individuals-to-believe-whatever-they-want-to-believe-are-you-truly-free-in-this-way-how-does-your-christian-faith-relate-to-this-freedom/)
- [Imagine you are in a discussion with a friend who questions the authority and relevance of the Bible. How would you respond?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/imagine-you-are-in-a-discussion-with-a-friend-who-questions-the-authority-and-relevance-of-the-bible-how-would-you-respond/)
- [Do you agree or disagree with Dr. Stott’s view of the Bible’s authority? Explain why, and see if you can identify decisions or tendencies in your life that manifest your view.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-agree-or-disagree-with-dr-stotts-view-of-the-bibles-authority-explain-why-and-see-if-you-can-identify-decisions-or-tendencies-in-your-life-that-manifest-your-view/)
- [What can we learn about Jesus’ view of the authority of Scripture by His responses to Satan’s temptation in the wilderness? What seems most significant to you here?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-can-we-learn-about-jesus-view-of-the-authority-of-scripture-by-his-responses-to-satans-temptation-in-the-wilderness-what-seems-most-significant-to-you-here/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean when he says that evangelicals do not believe in “mechanical” inspiration of Scripture? Do you agree or disagree? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-when-he-says-that-evangelicals-do-not-believe-in-mechanical-inspiration-of-scripture-do-you-agree-or-disagree-why/)
- [Reflect on Stott’s description of and plea for expository preaching. What is your response? Try to identify any resistance you have to or relief you get from this approach. Why do you respond in this way?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-stotts-description-of-and-plea-for-expository-preaching-what-is-your-response-try-to-identify-any-resistance-you-have-to-or-relief-you-get-from-this-approach-why-do-you-respond/)
- [In your view, what are the two most significant advantages of expository, consecutive preaching both for the preacher and the congregation? Why did you select these? Do you see any disadvantages? Explain.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-view-what-are-the-two-most-significant-advantages-of-expository-consecutive-preaching-both-for-the-preacher-and-the-congregation-why-did-you-select-these-do-you-see-any-disadvantages-expl/)
- [In a short paragraph, describe what Dr. Stott means by the phrase, “expository preaching.” In what ways is this definition consistent with or different from what you had in mind when you began this lecture?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-a-short-paragraph-describe-what-dr-stott-means-by-the-phrase-expository-preaching-in-what-ways-is-this-definition-consistent-with-or-different-from-what-you-had-in-mind-when-y/)
- [If you were asked to be a guest speaker to a small congregation two weeks from now, how would you choose your subject and text?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-were-asked-to-be-a-guest-speaker-to-a-small-congregation-two-weeks-from-now-how-would-you-choose-your-subject-and-text/)
- [Do you believe that a clear presentation of the Gospel is necessary in every sermon? Explain your answer.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-believe-that-a-clear-presentation-of-the-gospel-is-necessary-in-every-sermon-explain-your-answer/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean when he refers to preachers as “freedom fighters”? How does this image challenge or affirm your view of preachers and preaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-when-he-refers-to-preachers-as-freedom-fighters-how-does-this-image-challenge-or-affirm-your-view-of-preachers-and-preaching/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean when he refers to preachers as “ambassadors”? How does this image challenge or affirm your view of preachers and preaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-when-he-refers-to-preachers-as-ambassadors-how-does-this-image-challenge-or-affirm-your-view-of-preachers-and-preaching/)
- [How does being a Christian require us to take on the role of a soldier? What is the primary goal of a soldier? Why do you think the Bible uses such a violent example of what Christian living involves?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-being-a-christian-require-us-to-take-on-the-role-of-a-soldier-what-is-the-primary-goal-of-a-soldier-why-do-you-think-the-bible-uses-such-a-violent-example-of-what-christian-living-involves/)
- [Reflect on your own life in light of Dr. Stott’s bridge-builder analogy and the importance of foundations. What can you begin doing this week to shore up the foundations on both sides of the gulf to be bridged? Are you ready to begin that work? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-your-own-life-in-light-of-dr-stotts-bridge-builder-analogy-and-the-importance-of-foundations-what-can-you-begin-doing-this-week-to-shore-up-the-foundations-on-both-sides-of-the-g/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean when he refers to preachers as “bridge-builders”? What gap needs to be spanned? How does this image challenge or affirm your view of preachers and preaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-when-he-refers-to-preachers-as-bridge-builders-what-gap-needs-to-be-spanned-how-does-this-image-challenge-or-affirm-your-view-of-preachers-and-preaching/)
- [What does Dr. Stott mean when he refers to preachers as “stewards”? How does this image challenge or affirm your view of preachers and preaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-dr-stott-mean-when-he-refers-to-preachers-as-stewards-how-does-this-image-challenge-or-affirm-your-view-of-preachers-and-preaching/)
- [Should a pastor spend time studying the broader culture, reading books or listening to people who are contrary to Scripture? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/should-a-pastor-spend-time-studying-the-broader-culture-reading-books-or-listening-to-people-who-are-contrary-to-scripture-why-or-why-not/)
- [Reflect on these three lectures on “The Argument About Preaching.” How has your view of preaching been challenged or strengthened? In what ways (if any) should this impact your approach to preaching (if you have that role) or the way you listen to sermons?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/reflect-on-these-three-lectures-on-the-argument-about-preaching-how-has-your-view-of-preaching-been-challenged-or-strengthened-in-what-ways-if-any-should-this-impact-your-approac/)
- [Dr. Stott mentioned that the church today is experiencing a famine. What is this famine? Do you see any effects of it in your life and in the lives of others around you? If so, what do you see as a solution?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-mentioned-that-the-church-today-is-experiencing-a-famine-what-is-this-famine-do-you-see-any-effects-of-it-in-your-life-and-in-the-lives-of-others-around-you-if-so-what-do-you-see-as-a-so/)
- [If you could isolate one primary need in your church or community, what would it be?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/if-you-could-isolate-one-primary-need-in-your-church-or-community-what-would-it-be/)
- [Having heard Dr. Stott describe and respond to the four main arguments against preaching, reflect on which ones (if any) have affected you. What has undermined your confidence in the Gospel and/or the preacher’s role in communicating God’s Word? How have these lectures helped?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/having-heard-dr-stott-describe-and-respond-to-the-four-main-arguments-against-preaching-reflect-on-which-ones-if-any-have-affected-you-what-has-undermined-your-confidence-in-the-gospel-and-or-the/)
- [Dr. Stott describes modern, Western society as television-saturated and in constant motion—a particular challenge to preachers not to be dull. Does this accurately describe your community? What similarities/differences do you see, and what do you need to do to keep people’s attention?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/dr-stott-describes-modern-western-society-as-television-saturated-and-in-constant-motion-a-particular-challenge-to-preachers-not-to-be-dull-does-this-accurately-describe-your-community-wha/)
- [What changes have you seen in your congregation, community, or culture relating to learning styles and the expectations people bring to preaching? How should preachers respond to these changes without giving up the biblical mandate for preaching?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-changes-have-you-seen-in-your-congregation-community-or-culture-relating-to-learning-styles-and-the-expectations-people-bring-to-preaching-how-should-preachers-respond-to-these-changes-without/)
- [How significant has preaching been for your own spiritual journey? If possible, identify specific preachers or sermons that have impacted you, and explore reasons why they were so effective. If preaching has not been significant in your life, can you explain why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-significant-has-preaching-been-for-your-own-spiritual-journey-if-possible-identify-specific-preachers-or-sermons-that-have-impacted-you-and-explore-reasons-why-they-were-so-effective-if-preach/)
- [Consider your own beliefs and the practices of your church. Do you and/or your church consider preaching significant in the way that Dr. Stott believes? Why or why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/consider-your-own-beliefs-and-the-practices-of-your-church-do-you-and-or-your-church-consider-preaching-significant-in-the-way-that-dr-stott-believes-why-or-why-not/)
- [Summarize the first argument against preaching in your own words (be sure to distinguish between “hot” and “cool” media). What parts of McLuhan’s perspective do you agree with? What parts do you disagree with? Why?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/summarize-the-first-argument-against-preaching-in-your-own-words-be-sure-to-distinguish-between-hot-and-cool-media-what-parts-of-mcluhans-perspective-do/)
- [Why did Dr. C. Van Til call it The New Modernism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-did-dr-c-van-til-call-it-the-new-modernism/)
- [Where has neo-orthodoxy left its mark?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/where-has-neo-orthodoxy-left-its-mark/)
- [What have many evangelicals found attractive in Barthianism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-have-many-evangelicals-found-attractive-in-barthianism/)
- [How is an existential philosophy reflected in these terms?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-an-existential-philosophy-reflected-in-these-terms-2/)
- [Make a list of terms made popular by neo-orthodoxy.](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/make-a-list-of-terms-made-popular-by-neo-orthodoxy/)
- [How is an existential philosophy reflected in these terms?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-an-existential-philosophy-reflected-in-these-terms/)
- [Why is it easy to confuse orthodoxy and neo-orthodoxy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-it-easy-to-confuse-orthodoxy-and-neo-orthodoxy/)
- [What is the "ethics of grace"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-ethics-of-grace/)
- [How is the Christo-monism of Barth different from the orthodox view of Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-is-the-christo-monism-of-barth-different-from-the-orthodox-view-of-christ/)
- [Does Barth leave room for the need of accepting the offer of Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/does-barth-leave-room-for-the-need-of-accepting-the-offer-of-christ/)
- [Why has Barth been accused of proclaiming a "suffering God"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-has-barth-been-accused-of-proclaiming-a-suffering-god/)
- [How does the Barthian concept of atonement agree with and differ from the doctrine of a vicarious offering made to God for sinners?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-barthian-concept-of-atonement-agree-with-and-differ-from-the-doctrine-of-a-vicarious-offering-made-to-god-for-sinners/)
- [How has the "universalistic note" made a link with liberalism and brought a crisis in missions?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-the-universalistic-note-made-a-link-with-liberalism-and-brought-a-crisis-in-missions/)
- [Can Barth maintain the urgency of the Gospel?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/can-barth-maintain-the-urgency-of-the-gospel/)
- [Where does a consistently applied universalism lead?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/where-does-a-consistently-applied-universalism-lead/)
- [What is Barth's view of the covenant of grace?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-barths-view-of-the-covenant-of-grace/)
- [What do you think of Barth's judgment about Judas?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-of-barths-judgment-about-judas/)
- [How has historic Christianity faced the question of universalism?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-has-historic-christianity-faced-the-question-of-universalism/)
- [What are the "elect community" and the "elect individual"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-elect-community-and-the-elect-individual/)
- [How does Barth arrive at a "universalistic election"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-barth-arrive-at-a-universalistic-election/)
- [What is meant by Christ the "elected one" and the "rejected one"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-christ-the-elected-one-and-the-rejected-one/)
- [What new meaning is given to the attributes by the dialectical method?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-new-meaning-is-given-to-the-attributes-by-the-dialectical-method/)
- [What are the two basic attributes for neo-orthodoxy?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-two-basic-attributes-for-neo-orthodoxy/)
- [What place does Christ have in the doctrine of God for Barth?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-place-does-christ-have-in-the-doctrine-of-god-for-barth/)
- [What is meant by the concept "God is the wholly other"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-the-concept-god-is-the-wholly-other/)
- [How should one react to Barth's emphasis on Christ as the "living Word"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-should-one-react-to-barths-emphasis-on-christ-as-the-living-word/)
- [Why is the objective reliability of Scripture important?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-objective-reliability-of-scripture-important/)
- [Why is the concept of organic inspiration helpful in answering Barth?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-is-the-concept-of-organic-inspiration-helpful-in-answering-barth/)
- [How does the historic doctrine of the inspiration of Scripture differ from Barth's position?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-historic-doctrine-of-the-inspiration-of-scripture-differ-from-barths-position/)
- [What is meant by Barth's recognition of the Bible as Word of God and word of man?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-barths-recognition-of-the-bible-as-word-of-god-and-word-of-man/)
- [Is there a valuable aspect to the neo-orthodox emphasis on the mystery of God's revelation in Christ?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-there-a-valuable-aspect-to-the-neo-orthodox-emphasis-on-the-mystery-of-gods-revelation-in-christ/)
- [Is the Bible a book of "propositional truth" valid for believer and unbeliever alike?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-the-bible-a-book-of-propositional-truth-valid-for-believer-and-unbeliever-alike/)
- [Do you think Barth is best answered by a "simple faith" or a reasoned theory of knowledge and revelation?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/do-you-think-barth-is-best-answered-by-a-simple-faith-or-a-reasoned-theory-of-knowledge-and-revelation/)
- [Why must Barth's attack upon the conservative view of the Bible be taken seriously?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-must-barths-attack-upon-the-conservative-view-of-the-bible-be-taken-seriously/)
- [Why do Van Til and others accuse Barth of having a dual standard of truth?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-do-van-til-and-others-accuse-barth-of-having-a-dual-standard-of-truth/)
- [Is Barth concerned about errors in the Bible? Why not?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/is-barth-concerned-about-errors-in-the-bible-why-not/)
- [What is meant by the phrase "Christ is the Only Word of God"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-the-phrase-christ-is-the-only-word-of-god/)
- [What is the relationship between the church and the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-relationship-between-the-church-and-the-bible/)
- [What objection did he have against the historic doctrine of inspiration?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-objection-did-he-have-against-the-historic-doctrine-of-inspiration/)
- [Does Barth show respect for the Bible?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/does-barth-show-respect-for-the-bible/)
- [What were the elements which Barth stressed as a theologian?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-were-the-elements-which-barth-stressed-as-a-theologian/)
- [How did Barth try to free himself from the "existential method"?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-barth-try-to-free-himself-from-the-existential-method/)
- [Why does the existentialist have a problem with formulating doctrines?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-does-the-existentialist-have-a-problem-with-formulating-doctrines/)
- [Does Barth do justice to Romans 1:18-32?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/does-barth-do-justice-to-romans-118-32/)
- [How did Barth's rejection of natural theology affect his relation to Brunner? the German Christians?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-did-barths-rejection-of-natural-theology-affect-his-relation-to-brunner-the-german-christians/)
- [What was the effect of Barth's Epistle to the Romans?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-was-the-effect-of-barths-epistle-to-the-romans/)
- [What is meant by "vertical" and "horizontal" knowledge of God?](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-meant-by-vertical-and-horizontal-knowledge-of-god/)

## Replies

- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559097/) - In Egypt, the Israelites could rely on a steady, human-controlled water supply from the Nile for their crops. In the Promised Land, they had to depend on unpredictable rainfall provided by God, making their survival and prosperity dependent on God’s provision rather than their own efforts.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559095/) - The present tense means it is already here, and the future tense means it will happen in the future. So, the kingdom of God is here already but at the same time it is yet to come. It gives us a foretaste of heaven on earth while waiting for the total fulfilment when Christ returns
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559094/) - It is important because it leads to different outcomes and possibly with unintended consequences if wrongly applied.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559093/) - I didn't know the framework or division of the Sermon on the Mount is so well structured and neat.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559091/) - Dishonesty today looks like cheating on taxes, inflating values, giving less than we should, and not helping when we should. There are many other ways, but those came to mind.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559089/) - Spoken language, political background, and cultural influence matter for the overarching story of the Church.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559088/) - Envy, jealousy, anger, and violence against those we disagree with.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559085/) - I believe that people are ultimately drawn to the book of revelation because it is also the word of God, but it has a prophetic nature as well. There is an immense value in studying it because in the same way that the Old Testament foretells the first coming, revelation gives way to the second
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559084/) - It’s encouraging to have something to look back on, especially when considering the birth of the Holy Spirit as it was released to the people. The Holy Spirit being the advocate and the greatest helper, we begin to see that live in action throughout acts and Paul’s teachings as well. It also shows the character
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559083/) - Although, we read the book as the old and the new they’re all one story. Therefore, getting a good understanding of what was happening while it was being written, will give more depth to the text and allow us to be able to see and understand more of what Jesus was talking about and who
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559082/) - I think it’s very vital to always remember that we are stewards of what God has given us. In Saul’s case, he was a king who looked within for the source of his own strength and provision rather than to God. And same to Solomon. Everything we have is because God gives it to us
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559081/) - It’s always encouraging to know that God is both a loving God and just God at the same time.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559078/) - The low and high elevation make crucial differences in a battle. The higher elevation is hard to attack by the enemy but easier to defend from the enemy. This was the reason for the stand off between the two opposing armies until David showed up.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559077/) - AT the moment of crisis, Saul proved to be carnal, lack of courage, and not trusting God, while David was full of faith. David was intelligent in choosing the right spot to strike the goliath, i.e the forehead.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559076/) - The meeting sets up the first missionary to the continent of Africa. It is also the fulfillment of the prophecy in Isaiah 56.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559075/) - Shephelah lies between the Central Mountain Region and the Coastal Plain, and this makes it a ideal place for the meeting; it is the meeting of the Eastern and the Western Region.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559074/) - No doubt it can be very difficult to see that the battle is the Lord's. It is a battle of faith (spiritual) versus sight ( the flesh). One tends to operate by the flesh when the battle is immediate, waiting on the Lord is hard.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559072/) - Jerusalem is located on the Central Mountain Region, while Joppa and Caesarea are located on the Coastal Plain. Jerusalem is a religious center for the Israelites, while the other two are pagan worship centers.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559069/) - I have to be intentional about balancing work with my other life obligations. It is hard sometimes, but I try to be obedient to it, one day at a time.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559068/) - I found the Hebrew words written about the salvation of Rahab and her family very interesting, specifically as they are interspersed with the text about the destruction of Jericho. I had never seen that before.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559067/) - The Coastal plain, as the name suggest, is a Palin by the coast, and it makes it a perfect place for commerce to thrive. It is therefore a richer place than other regions of the holy land. This make it a "play" place , whereas the Central Mountain Region, where Jerusalem is located, a "prayer"
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559065/) - Like: People then and now look for routes that are safe, direct, and manageable. In biblical times, travelers considered water sources, shelter, and security—much as today we plan for rest stops and to top-up fuel. Just as we rely on maps, GPS, ancient travelers depended on local knowledge, or landmarks to find their way. Unlike:
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559064/) - The Old Testament is the starting block and without it we will not have a solid foundation to build upon our understanding.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559063/) - The Old Testament is the starting block and without it we will not have a solid foundation to build upon our understanding.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559062/) - We need to have a solid foundation of God's plan and principles and the Old Testament provides a detailed overview.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559057/) - so you can understand in context what a specific passage is saying. so you can know the heart/meaning. I thought it was said great you have to see how the stage is set up to understand the context.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559056/) - Jesus must be so hungry, thirsty, tired, and a weakened body.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559055/) - He needed a good hiding place and a source of water which is scarce in the barren wilderness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559054/) - Travel today is much safer and more convenient than in biblical times, thanks to modern transportation and technology. However, both then and now, travel can involve uncertainty and challenges, reminding me that trusting God’s guidance and protection is always essential.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559052/) - A good shepherd protects, provides and guides. Believers can confidently trust Him for all these.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559049/) - Ask heart questions & listen well. Love well and build relationships.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559048/) - I think how difficult it would be to try to reason with someone who has no need for Truth and accepts anything as "your truth".
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559047/) - it seems like a really good way to share the Truth about Jesus with an agnostic is to share your own testimony and what you've seen The Lord do in your own life and how you've seen HIM work.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559046/) - Share with them the hope that I have found in Christ alone. Acceptance never comes from trying harder or following rules.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559045/) - Jesus alone died for our redeption...He paid the price that no sinful human could pay because of his sinless life. David was an earthly king but sinned, Moses was a great leader and brought the law (through God) but also sinned... Jesus alone is the perfect sacrifice to bring us into relationship with a perfect
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559043/) - Megiddo lies in the intersections of international trade routes. Whoever control Megiddo controls the trade routes.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559042/) - Jesus can and does bring peace. Buddhism offers detatchment while Christianity offers relationship. We can have peace with God and assurance of salvation...incredible.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559041/) - Jesus is God- he's the image of the invisible God-the only TRUE God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559040/) - Grace is a concept that is hard to "receive" as people strive in most aspects of life...live better than others, do more good than bad. Christianity is all about what God did for us through Jesus. Grace is a gift we must receive...and it's the game changer.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559039/) - Knowing Jesus came to earth as a humble baby and lived to go to the cross for me and my sins gives me courage to share my faith with others.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559038/) - Of particular interest to me is the clever statement that Scripture never means what it never meant. I wonder how often well-meaning Christians (myself included) have violated that maxim. Going forward, I don't think I will ever forget it. Same is true of other principles of exegesis and hermeneutics. I wonder how many thousands of
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559036/) - Start with something that would entice them to listen to the next part of your sermon. A story or illustration that related to something they were not indifferent about might get their curiosity going and have them listening a little longer.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559035/) - This is a little bit like getting to know a person. At first, you observe how they present themselves, color of hair and eyes, grooming habits, etc. Then, if you want to have a relationship, you begin to drill down on who they really are. In a sense, the Bible study is how we get
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559033/) - The collective memory of the Israelites is the parting of the water of the Red Sea, and the water eventually drowned the pursuing Egyptians. Water is also scarce; they have to depend on rain, well, cistern and irrigation canals for water.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559031/) - This flat valley is the breadbasket.; the soil is rich and the climate suitable for agriculture.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559029/) - Certainly it is important. These are historical places and they point to the humanity of Jesus Christ living in the places and spaces he created. He is indeed Immanuel, god with us and among us. It is also important to prove the accuracy of the bible when places mentioned in the bible are discovered and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559028/) - The Christian belief that truth is revealed through Jesus gives us something solid to place our faith in. While agnosticism struggles with uncertainty, Jesus shows us who God is and gives us purpose and hope. In John 14:6, Jesus says He is the way, the truth, and the life. Through Him, we can find the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559027/) - I would explain the hope I have in Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559026/) - Jesus fulfills God’s promises in ways the law alone never could because the law reveals our sin but cannot save us. God promised David an everlasting kingdom, Moses spoke of a greater prophet to come, and the prophets foretold a Savior. Jesus fulfills all of these promises through His life, death, and resurrection. Through Him,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559025/) - Christ gives hope because he paid the penalty for my sin. His work on the cross has brought me into a right relationship with God the Father.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559021/) - Luke 17:11-19- Jesus w/ the 10 lepers. they cried out for help but Jesus made them go show themselves to the priests. they had to choose to obey and then go...
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559020/) - There are so many different types of leadership and scenerios where "leadership" is needed. Because we are all created so differently and with different gifts, each person and scenerio requires a different style of leadership. it's complex and we'll never get to the bottom of it.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559019/) - traditional is typically transactional... what can i give in order to receive something back... vs. biblical leadership is concerned with the heart and making others better
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559018/) - When I first started to read my Bible, I was on Mid-Way Island, and the only available Bible was the old KJV. Never in my lifetime did I ever read Old English. A Roman Catholic Priest got me a New American Bible in modern English and it read fine for me to understand. That Bible
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559017/) - before- someone who shows you the way... now- someone who takes us to a better place than where we are now.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559015/) - By underling your Bible or book your reading your better at remember things that are important to you. Remembering the circle of communication its the same way.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559013/) - I was in the U.S. Navy Seabees for 20 years. I know like, when I stationed in Taiwan, that to learn the ways and customs of the local people it was much easier to be able to understand what you may see the local people acting in a strange and you learned their it was
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559012/) - Sharing the gospel can be done through relational friendships/relationships. I've also been able to share the gospel in large groups of people. I trust the Holy Spirit will use both as a way to plant seeds and point people to Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559011/) - They have to turn to God for protection and provision; the big lesson is trusting God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559010/) - The joyful spirit left them when the temple was destroyed and the people exiled to a foreign land, the music stops when their harps were hang up for a time till the Lord returns.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559008/) - I've been involved in Church all my life. First, through the leadership of my parents. I came to know Christ through their leadership. Secondly, I have always been connected to a local church as an adult, and as a married man, followed my parents' example by raising our own children in Church ultimately being blessed
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559006/) - The Coastal Plain enabled trade and contact with other nations; the Central Mountain Range provided protection and became Israel’s homeland; while the Jordan Rift Valley offered water and a route into the Promised Land. Although Israel is a small land, its three geographical zones have very different features and living conditions. God does not place
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559005/) - Grateful that my parents set the example for us in weekly church attendance. Church is a place we get to go to each week to connect with God and also fellowship with our friends. I"m grateful my experience has been positive.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559004/) - Each one has a different focus... starting with the adoration of God- His character & goodness...this gets our hearts on the right object of worship.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559003/) - I've used different Bible reading plans on the Bible app or Tara Leigh Cobbles read through the Bible in a year. i try to start each morning w/ 5 mintues of prayer to get my heart right with God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559002/) - God's Word is living and active- so it's important to read His word and listen for what it's teaching us. Prayer is a way to talk and hear from God. It's obviously always easier to talk then listen but the listening is so important. Fellowship with other believers as you study is vitally importants for
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559001/) - Truly, they are chasing the one thing Christ provides
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95559000/) - He is the one true God and salvation is found in him and him alone
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558999/) - Understanding this difference helps me explain how God’s justice and love come together at the cross. Islam places an emphasis on good deeds and obedience, while Christianity teaches that salvation is a gift of grace that we could never earn. God is just because He doesn’t overlook sin, but He is also loving because He
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558998/) - Knowing that Jesus is the Son of God, that He lived a sinless life, died for our sins, and rose again gives me confidence in what I believe. It reminds me that I’m not sharing just another belief or opinion, but the truth of who Jesus is and what He has done for us. It
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558997/) - He rescued me from a life of destruction and made me new.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558994/) - I remember, upon confessing a particular struggle I was having, being told that my sin was my choice and that I needed to try harder and be better. The Spirit or Christ was never mentioned. And I walked away feeling more deflated than I’d been before and hopeless. I know I’ve uttered unwholesome words to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558993/) - I remember hearing folly in dealing with some of the flesh dynamics in my kids. A desire to just “fix it.” Usually this leads to my own frustration as well as theirs. I remember wisdom reshaping my own thinking and heart away from “fixing” and toward “shepherding.” This really underscored to me the total dependence
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558992/) - Purity of gentleness is honestly recognizing the flaw in others, but also recognizing our own sin and need for grace and the Spirit of God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558991/) - Because they need to be put in touch with the Spirit of God within them to see and be awakened to God’s vision and power/release for them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558990/) - I found my pastor safe to talk to. They listened to my story without judgement and without equivocation and told me there was a place for me in his church. I wanted him to know that my wife and I had a messy story, that we had real sin, and he acknowledged that and welcomed
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558986/) - His patience and kindness as He unfolds His plans, despite our stubbornness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558985/) - It was revealing to learn that we were meant to work, but after the fall, work became difficult, and that work itself was not the curse.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558982/) - Jesus knew that he would be leaving the disciples after his resurrection and ascension. His entire ministry to them was teaching them to go and make disciples and use the tools that he gave them during his time here on earth. He taught them and demonstrated for them and then set them out to do
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558981/) - To me, the reason leadership is so complicated is because it has so many parts and it is never ending.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558980/) - Most managers simply try to use the people that they are leading to get a job done that will ultimately make them look good. Servant leadership is about helping the people you are in authority over succeed. By helping them succeed, you will ultimately be successful.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558979/) - I would have described a leader as someone who takes charge and has people follow them. Now I would describe a leader as someone who takes people from one place to a better place and helps prepare them for success when they get there.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558977/) - I have told many people about the gospel of Jesus Christ. The true power is not in our words, but in the Holy Spirit. I think the most important thing to remember is to speak the truth in love and pray that the Holy Spirit will open their hearts to hear the good news of
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558976/) - Church attendance was great until Covid happened. We lost a lot of members after that period of time. I think being in the presence of fellow believers is vital to growth and fellowship. I appreciate virtual services, but they allow too many people to avoid being physically present with fellow believers.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558975/) - The ACTS acrostic is the perfect outline for prayers because it begins with the recognition of who God is and ends with the request of his children. We often invert this and ask God for the many wants and needs that we have in life first and then adore Him after He supplies them. If
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558974/) - Before you can understand the story, you have to set the stage.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558973/) - We must look at the overall passage and previous one to see where its leading. Who what where;why and how. The culture;history
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558971/) - Jeremiah 29:11 For I know the plans I have for you,” declares the Lord, “plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future. In interpreting this scripture, we need to look at the overall passage ;the time ;culture and who was God speaking to and what were
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558970/) - In leading a group for Bible Study. I would outline the pyrpise for which we are together. Encourage discussions after the Study is completed. Re direct during the study for anyone moving away from the topic
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558969/) - I would determine if someone were the right person on the bus by looking at their values, skills, experience, and commitment to the organization's mission.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558968/) - After listening to the lecture and completing the reading assignment, my thinking about starting a nonprofit has changed because I realize it involves much more than simply having a passion for helping others.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558965/) - By Listening first and then sharing your views in a gentle but loving way.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558964/) - I keep a journal at hand when doing my regular Bible reading. I plan to make note of significant geographical situations. Perhaps it will become a habit.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558963/) - Evidence is in Scripture and Jesus Is the answer!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558962/) - I think knowing God more leads to loving Him more when we are aligned in our hearts and walking in intimate relationship with Jesus. I think growing up in God will happen as we seek to know Him more..not something that happens in our own strength but we are built up in Him. From that
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558961/) - I have used the Our Daily Bread devotional books along with other books like New Morning Mercies and God's Wisdom for Today. I would like to try having a more consistent daily devotional time each week.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558960/) - There was a season in my life when this was the case for me. Now, I pray to God to give me the wisdom to know the right thing to do.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558958/) - Bible study is how God talks to us and prayer is how we talk to Him. We are told in God's word to not forsake the fellowship of our brothers and sisters in Christ. All three of these forms of communication are important in a Christian's life.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558957/) - Monotheism and Deism are the most alike. They both believe in a higher power.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558956/) - Monotheism- The Bible Deism- Thomas Jefferson/Benjamin Franklin Naturalism- Charles Darwin "On the Origin of Species" Nihilism- Friedrich Nietzsche Existentialism- Soren Kierkegaard Pantheism- the Vedas of Hinduism
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558954/) - Revelation is apocalyptic writing- foretelling what will be. It's also good to read it because it gives us warnings & how to live. It's facinating writing and intriguing at the same. We are not 100% what it all means but we know it's written for our benefit.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558952/) - The value in studying Revelation is understanding the future of the Christian church, but the confusion in the translation comes from the visionary way in which it was written. It truly is an inspired book with many revelations that we will never understand until Jesus returns.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558951/) - This is an incredibly important part of understanding the early Christian church and how God sent His helper to lead the spreading of the gospel. Jesus promised that God would leave a helper to guide us after His ascension and so the Holy Spirit was given to us at Pentecost.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558950/) - It is incredibly important to understand the culture that was present at the time of Christ's coming and ministry because it helps us to see the providence of God in all things pertaining to Jesus's ministry. The time period in history when Jesus arrived was all part of God's perfect timing and plan.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558948/) - La Bibbia è il libro che ci fa conoscere Dio le sue qualità i suoi scopi .Nei primi tre capitoli della Genesi conosciamo Dio come Creatore dell'universo e in particolare dell'uomo creato a somiglianza ed immagine di
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558947/) - God placed Israel as a land bridge so they could influence many nations passing through, be a light to the world, and show His power. Being surrounded by strong neighbors meant Israel had to trust God and could share His truth with others. This fulfilled God’s plan to bless all nations through His people.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558946/) - Salmo 119/160 "La somma della tua parola è verità." Leggo la Bibbia come un unica storia di Dio completa e vera dove sono coinvolto come salvato nella storia della meravigliosa Redenzione eternain Cristo Gesù.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558945/) - The Acts of the apostles, Acts of the Holy Spirit in the lives of the early church. Peter's ministry begins the establishment and expansion of the church. Later, Paul's missionary journeys help to expand the gospel throughout the world. The power of the Holy Spirit is divinely displayed through the book of Acts. That same
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558943/) - Through this course I understand the concept and relevance of worldviews and I will use the framework to seek to understand those around me with a view to emphasising in spiritual conversation how Jusus answers their questions. I am looking forward to it!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558942/) - We can come to understand and appreciate the power that the Holy Spirit brought to new believers that compelled them to proclaim the resurrection of Jesus to the known world.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558941/) - Knowing the time and culture of any writings helps us to discern it's meanings. The Bible is living and active. However, it's important to know the foundation of the Bible to understand it's meaning.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558939/) - Saul cared more about others than looking to God & trusting HIM in all things. Solomon looked to women and money and it didn't end well for either of them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558938/) - I have seen both positive and negative from church attendance. I have seen some churches fracture because of disagreements among members. I have seen very supportive environments. I have also seen the "church" in not typical ways when people come together to study God's word together.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558937/) - God is always so patient and kind. His kindess is meant to lead us to repentace. He's so slow to anger.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558936/) - I would tell them that Jesus is the only way to Heaven and our hope needs to be in Him and Him alone.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558935/) - Jesus Is The Law and fulfills the Law.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558934/) - The message of Christ offers an end to rebirth and instead gives freedom in eternity with Him!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558933/) - He is the One True God
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558931/) - Saul and Solomon exhibited the sin of jealousy and pride. Saul had been chosen as the first king of Israel but lost his way and was consumed with jealousy over David. Solomon was consumed with pride and followed worldly pleasures as king.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558930/) - Holy tension is the tension brought about by the difference in who I am and who I want to be in Christ. In his our desires for secondary things and first things are brought into conflict, and the New Covenant helps us face this tension by giving us new purpose, new identity, new inclination, and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558929/) - God's constant patience and offering of Grace and Mercy to his people. He is righteous and just and cannot overlook our sin, but he is also gracious and merciful to forgive us if we seek repentance.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558928/) - First things are the deepest desires, the best desires, of the regenerate soul, that desire to know and enjoy and become like Christ. Second things are good things, but things we may or may not receive on this side of glory. The goal of SoulCare is to help the other person realize they have this
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558927/) - That it's entering her soul and stirring a desire for God more than whatever desire she's trying to satisfy with flesh dynamics. Seeing a vision for her through the Spirit that keeps me and her dependent on the Spirit to achieve and that transcends the felt need.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558926/) - Without understanding creation and how sin entered the world and the nature and character of God it is impossible to understand the world we live in today. Without understanding the covenants that God cut with mankind it would be impossible to understand the need for Christ to live the life that he did and die
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558925/) - We need to study the Old Testament to understand who God is and who we are as Christians. It is the foundation of the gospel of the New Testament from the Covenants that God made to the sacrificial system used for repentance. Everything points to the future messiah that is Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558924/) - It is God's way of saying He is unique and show his presence in a fiery and powerful way. Fire is for refining purposes; God is going to refine the Israelites. Tongues of fire also appeared when Jesus was baptized.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558923/) - The professor explains that there were a number of noncombatants in the fort. He also explained that text “men and women” or “men to women” means “all.” I found the explanation interesting. Yes, “all” doesn’t necessarily include women and children but, in contrast, it seems to me that it doesn’t necessarily preclude them either. One
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558921/) - It must be urgent: The preacher must proclaim the message in season and out of season. It must be Relevant or confrontational: through reproving, rebuking, and exhorting It must be patient: Proclamation requires complete patience and longsuffering. It must be instructive or doctrinal: Preaching cannot be reduced to empty rhetoric; it must be firmly grounded
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558920/) - Dr. Stott explains that Timothy is commanded to continue in the gospel for two primary reasons: the credibility of his human teachers and the divine authority of the Holy Scriptures. The two anchoring pillars Paul gives Timothy are trusted historical teachers and ancient divine Scripture suggest that the church has no authority to invent new
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558919/) - Dr Stoot finds the two Greek words highly significant because they represent a command for radical Christian distinctiveness. For believers navigating modern society, grasping the weight of su due is critical because it shifts their relationship to the culture from passive drifting to active, purposeful engagement.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558917/) - We can share our testimonies with our students so they can know we all have challenges and explain to them how we need God in our life so that we can continue moving forward and find His purpose.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558916/) - The ACTS acrostic helps us understand prayer. Removing any of them from our devotions would limit the potential of our prayer time. All are things we can do individually, but put together strengthens our prayer/devotion time.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558915/) - I collect Bibles, so I mix up the translations. I was once stuck on the NIV, but I now go to the NASB or the NKJV more often. The ESV is often front and center as well.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558914/) - I've used many and like to vary them to keep things fresh. I have done the Bible in a year plans, various daily devotionals, and such but always use the Bible. I have used on-line Bible versions but prefer the actual in hand Bible best.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558911/) - I am 84 years old and an off-again, on-again lifelong Bible student. I don't really prioritize the reasons given for studying the Bible. Each of the 3 is reason enough. In my old age, I have time on my hands and devote most all of it to soaking in God's word. Every connection to the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558910/) - The core purpose of spiritual formation/soulcare conversations is to provoke holy tension that only the Spirit can relieve, that leads to a consuming desire for God. The other three types of conversations often don't center around this purpose. For Christians, SoulCare should be our guiding purpose at all times, even when engaging in the first
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558909/) - passion is checking the ruling motives in myself and the other person to begin the journey of soulcare. Wisdom is when we help to stir the appetite for God in their life and tap into the provision of the Spirit. Journeying reality is the starting point on the map, the reality of where they are
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558908/) - DRr. Stott emphasizes that the people Paul is describing are not outside the church; they are inside it. They keep up an appearance of orthodoxy and piety, yet they explicitly deny its power. To Stott, the power of true godliness is the inward, supernatural, and moral transformation wrought by the Holy Spirit and the Gospel
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558907/) - Lover of self: this represents extreme egoism and narcissism, where an individual makes themselves the absolute center of their own universe, completely displacing God and disregarding the needs of others. Lover of money: this represents materialism, greed, and devotion to temporal wealth over spiritual integrity Lover of pleasure rather than the lover of God: it
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558906/) - Rebuttal: It is my honest belief that looking below the waterline is essential for true spiritual growth, or at least deeper spiritual growth. And I appreciate your well-stated arguments. Because we are meant to write a rebuttal, however, I will do my best to draw out some reasons why people may resist this. I think
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558905/) - I believe that true spiritual growth does not happen apart from a growing understanding of one's interior world. One reason for this is that what is happening in our interior world impacts and comes out in our exterior world, whether or not we are aware of it. What is on the inside bears fruit on
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558904/) - Have discussions about what the world says it is right and what the Bible says. We can prepare students with Biblical truth so that they can be ready to defend their faith in the world.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558903/) - We memorize Scripture and we get to discuss what each student understands and a way to apply it to our life.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558902/) - Processing activities are activities that let students revisit previous topics and let them reflect on those topics.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558901/) - We have to disciple others as it is stated in the Scripture. Our students will only grow if we disciple them. We have to teach them, to walk life with them and do guide them so that they can also disciple others.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558900/) - I think Christian educators are mentors in one way or another. We are living testimony and we mentor our students daily with the way we conduct ourselves in addition to what we teach our students.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558899/) - At the start of each class, we take time to take prayer requests and we pray together.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558898/) - I could implement having a quick one to one conversation with them and ask how they are doing or what their plans are for the rest of the day. This quick conversation will help me to get to know the students better and let them know that I care for them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558897/) - I believe that discipline is needed to have a successful environment. Students should know the expectations of the classroom to conduct themselves in appropriate ways, but they should also know that they are cared for and this is where we create a nurturing environment.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558896/) - What teachers believe matters because is our responsibility to pass down our Christian philosophy to our students. We have to guide them to Christ, and we can do this by our testimony and the way we conduct ourselves in the classroom.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558895/) - I just started greeting my students at the door with the purpose to connect with them from the beginning and observe how they are doing. This hopefully will also help me to create a better rapport with them and let them know that I care for them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558894/) - My eight-grade teacher had a positive influence in my life. She taught me a subject I was not interested in, but she invested in me by showing that she cared for me and that made me enjoy going to her class. The material was not something I enjoyed, but the way she conducted class was
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558893/) - Parents can help during school events or during the summer to benefit the school and to create a better environment for their children.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558892/) - I believe is essential to work together with parents for the success of the student. When parents and teachers work together, students are more likely to succeed and have a positive academic experience.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558891/) - My school has weekly newsletters which informs parents about what is happening at school and the upcoming events so they can be part of it. We also provide before and after school care so parents can have more flexibility during drop off and pick up hours.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558889/) - I've used devotional guides before, but noticed that sometimes they were so heavy on the author's reflections and very little time in the passages. Right now and for the near future I am reading through individual books of the Bible and journaling based on the questions in the Discovery Bible Study method.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558888/) - The hard work involved: It requires a young leader to brutally audit his life. He must actively dismantle environments, relationships, digital habits, and thought patterns that inflame youthful passions
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558887/) - An inadequate balance of research and prayer in Christian meditation severely hinders a minister's work, creating two distinct spiritual and professional traps. Dr. Stott famously advocated for a balanced approach to the mind and spirit, warning that separating intellectual study from prayerful devotion ruins pastoral care.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558886/) - The three metaphors 1. The soldier focus: A soldier aims to please their commanding officer and avoids getting tangled up in civilian matters. 2. The athlete disciple: An athlete must compete strictly according to the rules of the game to win the crown. 3. The farmer laborer: A hard-working farmer must put in the exhausting
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558885/) - Ministry requires drawing strength from Christ's grace while enduring personal hardship, discipline, and hard work. Relying on God's grace, you cannot sustain ministry through your own charisma or strength. You must continually be strengthened by the grace found in Christ Jesus
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558884/) - Bible study helps us learn about God and is a way for Him to communicate with us through the Bible. Fellowship with other believers is a way of witnessing and learning from the witness of others. Prayer is our communication with God. They are all forms of spiritual communication.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558883/) - My favorite prayer is Psalm 23:1-6 NLT The LORD is my shepherd; I have all that I need. [2] He lets me rest in green meadows; he leads me beside peaceful streams. [3] He renews my strength. He guides me along right paths, bringing honor to his name. [4] Even when I walk through the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558882/) - My biblical worldview influences my role as an educator in the way that I can point everything back to Jesus. If a student is struggling with something at school or life, I can share with them a Bible verse or share a testimony and help them set their eyes on Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558881/) - Discuss Bible verses with them and how they can apply to their daily life. Also, help students memorize Scripture and explain it so it can make sense to them and live their faith.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558880/) - One of my classes is struggling with behavior. I'm praying for all of them to focus more and I'm helping them to memorize 2 Timothy 1:7. This verse talks about self-control and I'm explaining to them to ask God to help them with self-control so they can make better choices.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558878/) - We are drawn to it because we want to know how the story ends. It can be confusing to read because it is very symbolic.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558877/) - Persecution is nothing new. We face the same persecutions that many Christ followers experienced back then
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558871/) - Jesus substituted Himself for humanity. He bore the spiritual consequence of sin, which is the ultimate sting and legal right of death. Believers no longer have to live in lifelong slavery to fear dying. Death has lost its terrifying authority and ultimate sting
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558870/) - The gospel is a declaration of what God has done in Christ for human beings, rather than a list of instructions on what one must do. Stott insisted that the gospel is first and foremost an announcement of objective, historical facts, specifically, Jesus Christ's life, death, and resurrection.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558869/) - He meant that Timothy needed to actively cultivate, practice, and put his God-given ministry abilities to work rather than letting them sit dormant out of fear, youthfulness, or discouragement.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558868/) - The underlying message of the letter. ot Titus is that God's grace transforms people, and the true Christian faith must be shown through good works, strong church leadership, and honorable daily living rather than empty words
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558866/) - The Bible is our guide in life. It is our lamp and directs our path. The Bible is the word of God, and we get to learn about our Creator by reading it. If we want our children to know God, we must teach them Scripture.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558865/) - Continue using the Bible throughout lessons and discussions. Encourage students to memorize verses that will strengthen their faith and help them in life.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558864/) - Is important because we are guiding this generation of students to be strong believers with a solid foundation. We should be prepared to equip our students with the truth.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558863/) - Redirect students back to the Bible and explain that we can find truth in His word.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558862/) - I remind them that God made them and has a perfect plan for them. I also take prayer requests and pray for them. Prayer is an essential part in our classroom.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558860/) - In the old testaments it talks about dysfunctional families. someone can relate to these families/stories. A reminder that you are not alone, an exodus it also talks about how God freed Israel from Egypt. He is the same god then and is the same god now.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558859/) - Jesus is a true Leader that doesn't live to be served but rather lives to serve.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558857/) - According to Dr. Scott, salvation centered on forgiveness of sins and the atoning work of Jesus Christ,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558856/) - Dr. Scott describes the means of salvation as an entirely divine, Trinitarian operation that excludes human merit and is received purely by grace.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558855/) - We must lead them to find who they are in Christ. We must teach them they are God's creation with a purpose in life that will eventually lead us to eternal life and not just focus on the "now".
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558854/) - We need to answer the three main questions all students have which is, who am I? what is the meaning of life? and where did I come from? If a teacher can answer these questions with biblical truth, students will be able to have a true perspective of life and find meaning in life.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558853/) - He provides two primary grammatical and historical arguments to support the translation of the phrase " our great God and Savior Jesus Christ, were both God," and Savior refers directly to Christ. How is this significant? Direct proof of the deity of Christ
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558852/) - I have come to understand the meaning of both terms and their differences relative to each other and the gospel of Jesus Christ. I understand more than before how the gospel of Jesus Christ answers their deepest questions related to truth, hope and morality as well as the human-centric or self sufficient worldview of the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558851/) - I agree because if we love God, we should love to learn more about Him and become more like Him. It is through the reading of the word that we learn and gain wisdom and we should have a thirst to know more about Him.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558850/) - The only group of people Paul mentions that Titus is not directly told to teach is the young woman The necessity of intergenerational mentorship
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558849/) - I want to deepen my knowledge about the philosophy of Christian education and find ways to share it with my students.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558848/) - As Christian educators we should be able to lead and guide our students towards Jesus. Our responsibility is to point them to the truth and help them understand that life without Christ is worthless, but in order to do this, we first have to have a strong and firm foundation in God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558847/) - The people in my life who can give me wise counsel are my pastor, my military financial counselor, my son-in-law (with very good investment knowledge), and Dave Ramsey.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558845/) - A believer in Christ Jesus was bought by the blood of Christ. A believer in Jesus is the property Jesus. We owe Him complete and total obedience. We are no longer in charge of our lives, but subservient to His will and commands. It is our responsibility to obey God’s Word. His Word gives us
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558844/) - God’s people are supposed to give Him the best of their possessions and the best of themselves. God expected the full tithe from the people in Malachi’s time. When we give Him gifts today, they should be given generously and cheerfully. We today are not exempt from the charge of robbing God when we spend
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558840/) - By speaking in truth and love, but not changing the message of the gospel.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558839/) - The OT gives us the foundation story and truths that the NT will talk about. The OT helps us to know God... God is the same in the OT & NT.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558838/) - It's the foundation of our faith. it tells and foretells the coming of Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558837/) - That there is no such thing as absolute truth in their eyes and that everything is subjective to "Morality". This is similar to what many people in my generation believe in terms of faith. They believe in "Universalism", which means that they put together their own truth. This can't be true, because someone has to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558836/) - Truth is revealed through Scripture. There is an explanation (whether it satisfies us or not) of every question that we could ever have in the Bible. And Jesus addresses many different questions we might have in His ministry on earth.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558835/) - I would tell them about the hope I have in Jesus Christ and walk them through any questions that they might have.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558834/) - Jesus said Himself to the pharisees that they argue the law, but Jesus fulfills the law. Moses was pointing to Jesus Himself whenever he talked about the law. Jesus Christ is the fulfilment of the law, and His sacrifice was the atonement for all our sins.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558833/) - It shows that the only way to true peace is through a relationship with Christ. And the argument that we should let go of all desire is inhumane, which makes it impossible.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558832/) - So many different things, His humanity, His divinity, His authority, His historicity, so many different things! You can't compare them to Him because He is in His own category.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558831/) - It helps me explain the grace and mercy of God, and how their plea for works is lost as soon as it begins, because no human being has ever been able to live a life without sin. We all fall short of the glory and standard of God, and we can't earn His grace.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558830/) - A requirement for church elders to maintain an unblemished reputation in the realms of sex and marriage, reflecting deep moral integrity, relational fidelity, and devotion rather than merely dictating a specific marital status
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558829/) - It helps everything! Jesus Christ is unique from any historical figure in the history of mankind. He is the only person in the history of mankind to be raised from the dead! That verifies His uniqueness in and of itself.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558828/) - A congregation shares corporate responsibility for the spread of false doctrine, even when it originates from its leaders. Believers have a personal and collective duty to evaluate every message against the ultimate authority of the word of God A congregation is considered guilty when its leaders teach false doctrine because, in the biblical framework, a
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558827/) - By redeeming me and my shortcomings. So many times, I've fallen short as a man, a leader, and a follower of Christ. But grace has shown me that I don't have to be defined by my past, and instead can move forward by His love and forgiveness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558825/) - 1. The test of origin-2. The test of consistency. 3. The test of the character of teaching by living a godly life
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558824/) - I completely understand why, on its own, that verse seems like a contradiction, and I don't blame you for feeling frustrated by it. For me, believing this isn't about ignoring hard questions. When we look at the broader context of the passage, it actually means. My faith matters deeply to me because of how Jesus
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558822/) - The consequences of covetousness lead to moral decay, spiritual separation from God, and often physical or communal ruin.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558821/) - Materialism and asceticism represent two opposite ends of the spectrum regarding physical wealth and possessions. While materialism prioritizes the accumulation of worldly goods, asceticism rejects them in pursuit of spiritual growth. The Bible rejects both extremes. It warns against the dangers of materialism but not asceticism. Instead, it calls believers to a lifestyle of stewardship,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558818/) - First-century Jews viewed Samaritans as religiously corrupted and ritually unclean, leading most Jewish travellers between Judea and Galilee to take lengthy detours around Samaria to avoid any contact. Yet, Jesus intentionally shattered centuries of ethnic, social, and religious hostility. By entering Sychar, He transformed a despised Samaritan town into the first non-Jewish community to recognize
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558817/) - I do well in giving periodically. Giving to the church is important to me. I do find giving to the poor more challenging. I need to be more intentional about this and find ways to do it more often.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558816/) - He is the one True King so we do not have anything to fear and everyones arguments against Him are foolish
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558813/) - The claim silently acknowledges the need for evidence, which agnostics seek, and confirm that the Lord has provided it in the life death and resurrection of Jesus Christ which fulfils prophecy about Jesus, the seed and the suffering servant by whose stripes we will be healed and through whom the lion and the lamb will
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558812/) - Advises church leader Timothy to exercise extreme care, patience, and discernment when appointing a leader, while maintaining personal purity and recognizing that people's true character always comes to light
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558811/) - A minister should not entertain or act on a single, uncorroborated accusation against a church elder, but must require evidence from two or three credible witnesses before proceeding with an official review.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558810/) - The definition of cities, that they could be very small living units or fortified cities, predominantly the latter. It helped me understand that the Lord was first, punishing those strongholds, who themselves were oppressive, worshipped foreign Gods and idols, and were utterly sinful. God was also making sure the Israelites would not be influenced and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558806/) - It is important that we take those things into consideration instead of looking at it solely through a modern day lens
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558803/) - We must love first then we give. If we give without love, then we are not cheerful givers. God is an example of this as said on John 3:16.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558802/) - The Lord brought me to Christian education because I have been called by Him. It's not because of a feeling. It was the Holy Spirit.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558801/) - I have learned how to have compassion for my students and to nurture and teach them with love. At the beginning of each class, take a moment to pray and talk with them, which has helped me build a good relationship with my students. At the same time, I have learned how to maintain discipline
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558800/) - I can share with them by telling them how the Lod brought me to this county. I went with some struggles, but the Lord lift me up reading scripture and praying. Every time I fell. He lifted me up. Through faith, I'm here today, working with you. I'm grateful for how the Lord guided me
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558797/) - The Lord can use them to bring people closer to Him. Scriptures teaches us that trials can help us grow in our faith and become stronger in Jesus Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558796/) - The visionary model provides vision/direction to the organization. The situational meets the individual where they are at and helps them contribute to the vision. Transformational leadership looks at who the person is becoming and helps them along that path.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558795/) - Leadership is difficult because it must adapt to the needs of the person and organization. Those are ever changing and the leader must become adept at identifying those needs while being able to adapt the leadership style to meet those needs.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558794/) - When I was 14 years old, a friend of my mother to our hose and had a conversation with my mother. She said, " There are different gods. Everything you can feel is god. the moon, the sun, the air, etc. I stood up and said, "All the things you mentioned were created by God
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558793/) - Salvation through faith. Question: Is this true? Romans 3:21 gives an illustration in how God's righteousness has been made known to man apart from the law. Before Christ died on the cross, the Jewish law was the standard for righteousness. Paul illustrates how it is not the law but the sacrifice of Christ that bridged
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558792/) - The only way to prepare students to face attacks is through biblical Scripture, just as Jesus did when he confronted the devil during 40 days in the wildness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558789/) - Because it is contrary to the world view of leadership.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558788/) - The traditional view of people management puts the needs of the organization first and manages people to meet those needs. Servant leadership makes the needs, goals, and interests of person primary.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558786/) - Redemption
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558785/) - Management manages people where they currently are. Leadership moves people from where they are to where they desire to go.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558784/) - A leader is anyone who regularly interacts with people with the intention of helping them move from where they are to where they want to be.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558783/) - Dr. Scott instructs a minister to treat older individuals as fathers and mothers, younger men as brothers, and younger women as sisters. Absolute purity must remain consistent across all of these relationships, framing the congregation as a holy family
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558782/) - According to D. Scott, a minister's authority is not inherent in their own person, talent, or power, but is entirely derivative, rooted in submission to Jesus Christ and the authority of the Word of God. True Christian authority is expressed through love, example, and reasoned persuasion rather than coercion, manipulation, or hierarchical power.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558781/) - Paul's first letter to Timothy, the Apostle Paul warns against a dangerous, early form of Gnostic asceticism and legalism that was threatening the church at Ephesus. This heresy distorted the true Gospel by substituting God's grace with human-made rules, myth, and rigid self-denial. The heresy Timothy faced: myths and endless genealogies, misuse of the law,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558780/) - The concept of discipling oneself toward godliness comes from the biblical exhortation in 1 Timothy 4:7, where the Apostle Paul tells Timothy to disciple yourself for godliness. In the Christian context, this means intentionally training one's mind, heart, and habits to align with God's character and will. It's not about earning salvation through good works,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558779/) - He must be both excited and fearful.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558778/) - Jerusalem was not just a city that is easy to defend and difficult to conquer, but it was the city that God chose for Himself ; it became the center of worship for the Israelites. Solomon built the Temple in this city.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558775/) - I will listen and respectfully probe to understand while remaining prayerful. I will acknowledge the validity of their longing for hope, acceptance in God's eyes and confirm how God the creator has satisfied it, and more, in a sure and certain way, through Jesus Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558774/) - In 1 Timothy 3, the dominant quality expected of both pastors and deacons is blamelessness above reproach. For pastors, Paul states they must be above reproach 1 Timothy 3:2, and for deacons they must be proven; then let them serve if they are blameless 1 Timothy 3:10. This does not mean sinless perfection, but rather
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558773/) - 1. The house of God: A living temple where Christians, collectively as a spiritual house where God dwells by His Spirit. 2. The church of the living God: The full verse, 1 Timothy 3:15, establishes the church as the pillar and the foundation of the truth, meaning its role on earth is to hold up,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558769/) - I try to avoid them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558768/) - Activities allow students to practice what they are learning about the concepts and reinforce their understanding through repeated practice in preparation for the quiz. I allow students to use materials while completing the activities
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558767/) - I never was tempted to abandon my faith in Christ. However, at times I am not as close to Him as I should have been.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558766/) - I have never been tempted to abandon my faith in Christ. But, at times I was not as close to Christ as I should have been.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558765/) - The law alone represents what God would like i.e. obedience, and portrays what was to happen i.e. the perfect lamb that takes away the sin of the world and the coming Christ who is the perfect sacrifice. Without Christ, the law remains a wish yet to be accomplished but Christ coming, death and resurrection fulfills
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558763/) - Discipleship is an important part of being Christian Educator because teachers guide and teach their students t Chris through lesson plans. Christian educators help students understand what is right and how to live according to teachings of Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558762/) - My students and teachers spent two days together on a spiritual retreat. We all gathered to have fun, talk, attend workshops, worship the Lord through singing and praying, and spend time together. The experience has help all of us get to know one another better and grow closer to each other spiritually.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558761/) - Absolutely, yes. I would like to guide and support students both inside and outside of the school. I always tell you students that whenever they need my help in Spanish, I am available to assist them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558759/) - Yes I agree. Whether we realize it or not, because we are made in God's image, the desire to know what is true and to reason is because we are made in His image and He gave us a brain. In our fallen nature, we are deceived and prone to wander from the ultimate truth
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558758/) - The Bible and identity. We are living in a culture where people are encouraged to find their identity in what they do, what they can accomplish, or what they feel. This is of course creating an identity crisis because these are foundations built on sand. These misplaced identities will inevitably fail. So, what the Bible
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558757/) - No, it does not claim that there is a greater authority that we can get our morality from, which means ethics will fluctuate depending on culture and the generation's ideologies. For example, on one small corner of the world you can have a group of people who see no moral problem with cannibalism, but then
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558756/) - As an athlete, we had chaplains show up. I didn't really understand their full presence until later. Most of these guys showed up to bless us, and now I see their impact, but I didn't get it then.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558755/) - Monotheism is at odds with Nihilism. In monotheism there is a Creator, objective truth, objective reality, hope, and purpose in life. Nihilism is the complete opposite where it denies an intelligent Creator, denies that there is an objective truth or reality, and therefore, everything is meaningless.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558754/) - Relationship are critic in growing ministry. Teammates are the people athletes spend the majority of their time around. Therefore, it makes sense that if you influence your teammates, you influence the team.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558753/) - To correct doctrine is important because if not corrected it will hinder someonw spiritual growh in the Lord.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558752/) - The Lord is so patient but at some point, he hands us over to our son. But he always makes a way for us to come back to him.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558749/) - The OT is the foundation. We cannot fully grasp and comprehend the NT without understanding the OT
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558748/) - God tasked both Haggai and Zechariah to encourage the returned Jewish exiles to complete the rebuilding of the temple in devastated Jerusalem. They prophesied at the same time, in the same city, to the same people. Both had to deal with the same set of problems facing the nation of Israel as she rebuilt her
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558747/) - The first duty is to worship Therefore, let our devotion shape how we treat one another, showing compassion, humility, patience, and love in our daily relationships. True worship is not limited to what happens within the walls of the church. Rather, evangelism should flow from a life that is already centered on God and expressed
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558746/) - "You are completely right that God wants everyone to be saved. In fact, Christianity is wildly inclusive—it says that no matter who you are or what you've done, you are invited into God's family. But true love requires a real relationship, and relationships can't be forced on our own terms. God is perfectly good, and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558745/) - They wander away from the truth; they swerve from a heart, a good conscience, and sincere faith The result of false teaching is that they were occupying themselves with genealogies and endless myths
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558742/) - I believe Jesus relished in the willingness of this outcasts, immoral woman to be used to grow followers if the faith. His ways are so opposite our ways! What a scandal might have occurred from his being alone with such a person of ill repute and if the opposite sex! Today... it's forbidden of leaders
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558741/) - The message of Jesus provides a certain 'path' to their need. A sure promise and gift. This path is not based on our effort and eventual success, if we do get there, but on the suffering, and atoning death of Jesus and the gift of peace with God, eternal life and the resurrection at the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558740/) - The parable of the prodigal son is one of my absolute favorites! We can see ourselves in each character. When addressing this to the pharisees, he presents His new covenant to them... new wine we can say. The new way is one of mercy, love, forgiveness and grace. We all have fallen and gone astray,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558739/) - I would say monotheism and existentialism are the most different. Monotheism there is one Creator and involved with life while existentialism believes there is no objective meaning to life. Monotheism and Deism both believe there is one Creator.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558737/) - Monotheism: Bible Deism: Thomas Jefferson Naturalism: John Muir Nihilism: Dmitry Pisarev Pantheism: Albert Einstein Polytheism: A World Full of gods by John Michael Greer
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558736/) - Relational is the easiest and the most difficult. It's easy once you make the connection, but making the connection is difficult.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558735/) - The people of the world were bent on self-destruction, destroying themselves and the world with it in the process. God was actually displayed his mercy, grace, and love by utilizing a righteous man like Noah and his family to save them and use them to perpetuate the people and the world
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558733/) - Creating pathways to lightly getting people talking without feeling threatened or pushed.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558732/) - Allow them to remain silent and move on to the next person.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558731/) - We get the freedom of putting the old behind us and moving forward.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558730/) - Provide structure, guidelines, and accountability.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558729/) - The Pharisees: the Pharisees were casuists tampering with and manipulating the law The Judaizers: they were legalists teaching that you can earn your salvation by obedience to the law
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558728/) - Help coaches and athletes grow closer to and through their relationship with Christ!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558727/) - monotheism and deism becuase they both attribute things back to God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558726/) - The Pastoral Epistles share a core purpose: to instruct, encourage, and guide the individual church leader on how to organize, protect, and shepherd the local church. The common purposes of the Pastoral Epistles reveal that the early church was transitioning out of its initial expansion phase and facing internal and external growing pains
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558725/) - The objections center on four main categories: linguistic, historical, ecclesiastical, and theological/doctrinal
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558724/) - The objections to the Pauline authorship of the Pastoral Epistles (1 Timothy, 2 Timothy, and Titus) center on four main categories: linguistic, historical, ecclesiastical, the teiog/doctorial Linguistic:
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558723/) - - Showing them that I care about them by telling them "You did a great job.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558722/) - - Helping them when they are struggling in class. _ Give them a good and positive encouragement .
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558721/) - In my classroom, I have clear rules and expectations I expect my students to follow. I nurture with love, patience and encouragement and I help them understand and learn each concept. At the same time, I believe that discipline. structure and following rues and policies are also important.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558718/) - monotheism- chosenDiest- Trumannaturalism- interstellar nihilism- fight club pantheism- Avatar polytheism- clash of titans
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558717/) - It matters because Jesus loves us first and it's a gift from God to teach others because he toughs his disciples first.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558716/) - - I check them regularly to make sure they feel supported and understand the topics. - I continue to have respectful classroom environment. - Continue to love my students just like Jesus love me.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558715/) - My first influence in life was Jesus. I was seven years old when I began to know Him, and since I was a child. When I was six and seven years old, I had a teacher name Deisy Alba. I remembered that she would bring me to her house and help me with my homework.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558713/) - The strong wind of hurricane made their trip very hazardous.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558712/) - The goal is what guides the sermon. It is the direction your are going and the destination you are trying to reach. If there is not a defined goal, then you risk giving a pointless talk.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558711/) - The average worldly person believes in what they see and not what they feel! But, when we are saved we learn to Trust what we feel because We feel the Holy trinity inside and that will give us better perception of what we see because we see through the eyes of God!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558710/) - Allow the child to improve academically and develop better discipline and organization.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558709/) - The dominant idea would be that the amount of money that you have determines how successful you are! The less dominant idea is That if You have God You already have everything because he owns everything and riches in Glory supersedes anything money can buy!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558708/) - A parent that speak Spanish can come to the class and talk about his/her cultural.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558707/) - My school supports parents by sending a weekly newsletter with information about upcoming activities and plan. Teachers also communicate with parents by email about their children's progress, quizzes and other important information. In addition, parents come twice a year for parent- teacher conference to discuss their children progress. We also provide extra help support to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558706/) - Yes, It is the best way to get people to believe and understand God’s Truth told through the Gospel!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558705/) - My upbringing in the Church as well as my own experiences in the world while I was finding my saving Grace influences how I present the Word and make it plain by connecting what was happening in Biblical history to what is happening now. Basically Bridging the time gap and reminding us that The word
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558704/) - Spiritual formation occurs in multiple spaces and spiritual communication goes alongside that. We study the Bible to hear the word of the lord from the pages, we fellowship to feel and hear the spirit in and through the lives of other believers and we pray to realign our minds to God and his purposes/plans.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558703/) - Yes, I remember back in 2003 before I accepted my calling to Preach, my wife and I were in a serious car accident that almost took our lives and we were staying with my Mother because we needed constant 24 hour care after hospitalization and one Sunday Morning a Pastor came on Tv. Pastor Gary
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558700/) - Monotheism: The passion of the Christ movie Deism: Thomas Jefferson beliefs Naturalism: Stephen Hawking beliefs Nihilism: Friedrich Nietzsche beliefs Pantheism: Johann Wolfgang von Goethe beliefs Polytheism: Percy Jackson movie
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558699/) - The vision Dr. Crabb lays out does feel both compelling and too big for me. My internal response can be either to feel like I need to learn the best ways to move towards that vision and lead to even more felt pressure; or it can be, as Dr. Crabb states, to understand that I
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558698/) - Unlike the avatars, Jesus is not one of many manifestations, but The manifestation of God Himself in the flesh. Jesus is The Only Begotten of the Father, The way, The truth, The life, The Word who became flesh
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558697/) - Isreal knows and believes in God's promises and covenants. Matthew lists multiple prophecies that Jesus coming, unlike anyone before Him, fulfills. Why does Matthew announce Jesus as "Immanuel, God with us"? He presents Jesus as our King, by linking him to the prophecies of God's chosen leaders of old (Micah, Isaiah, etc) . He presents
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558695/) - The similarities are many. According to Blomberg’s Lecture, they were both "born of godly parents; having miraculous conceptions; being announced by angels and being described as having coming prophetic and redemptive significance; initial disbelief followed by acceptance and praise to God." Clearly, these two cousins, born almost simultaneously, by supernatural means, can only mean that
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558694/) - contemporary application, how and what does this mean for me ,how can I apply this concept ,what is this scripture saying to me
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558693/) - i think it kinda sets the scene for time place and what was going leading into the new testament times
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558687/) - In my class, we study bible verse and discuss their meaning together. The students are also learning and memorizing how to pray.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558686/) - My role as a Christian educator is to understand and recognize the needs of my students and to each, guide, and support them. When students struggle in class, I have a responsibility to help them show compassion and have patience and passion for learning. Just as Jesus Christ has compassion for me. Amen
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558685/) - Last year, struggled with some students with discipline issues. After praying many times. I have seen the Lord completely change my students. They are now more focused, learning mor, paying attention and listening to the word of the Lord
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558684/) - Jesus giving Peter 3 opportunities to tell Him he loves Him after he had denied Him 3 times. This is restoring Peter and also empowering him to go forth from this mistake and take care of Jesus' flock.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558683/) - Well first, we are all sinful, so you are bound to make mistakes. Also, it is not in our natural inclination to be servant hearted. We must depend on the Holy Spirit to produce that selflessness in us because it doesn't come natural. In addition, it is one thing to know what needs to be
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558682/) - Servant leadership is about serving and considering others before yourself. Traditional management is usually a mindset of elevating self rather than elevating others.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558681/) - A good leader doesn't necessarily has to have all the right answers or be the most talented in the room. A great leader is the greatest servant and knows how to shepherd people.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558679/) - It has yet to fully happen and we know God's Word will come to pass so it's like looking into the future. It's confusing because it has alot of symbolism and imagery. The value is to at least be somewhat equipped in understanding the events but also to draw confidence from the truth that victory
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558678/) - It is a blueprint for what the church should look like according to Christ commands and the apostle's leadership.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558677/) - The context is important to fully understand the scope of what we are reading. We cannot project our current cultural context into something that was written at a different time for different people.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558676/) - It's important to teach scripture to children because they will grow up knowing the word of God. When we teach children the Gospel they learn about salvation and grow in faith. As they grow older, they can also share the word of God with their own children and pass it on from generation. Salvation comes
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558675/) - Pride and idolatry. We must guard against being the god of our own life and allowing the things of the world to steal our affections.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558674/) - People are curious about the end of the story. The fact of the matter is that there is a lot of prophecy that many are confused by because of the imagery involved in it. I believe it is a calling to pay attention and look for signs. While we cannot predict when Jesus is coming
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558673/) - -Have passion. -Love each other -Pray. Jesus also has passion and he always go through the bible.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558672/) - Throughout the word of God, I use scripture from the bible in my lessons, I teach discipline and correct my students with love and guidance. I also remind them that nothing is impossible with the Lord Jesus Christ when we pray, have faith and knock on the door with faith.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558671/) - The blessings, persecution, obstacles, and joys the body of Christ experienced in Acts can be related to the church in this modern age. It instills in us an empowerment to bodily proclaim Christ no matter what the circumstances. It give us perspective of God working out his plan no matter what, so we have peace
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558669/) - We would still be living the way we want to live without any input from the Holy Spirit.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558668/) - -It's important for students, teachers to understand that this universe was created by God. - God sent his son Jesus to die for us on the cross and he is real. The bible says, " Faith comes by hearing by the word of God. Through reading and studying the bible, we can learn more about
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558667/) - -I value my students by recognizing and encouraging them with positive words in front of the class. - I talk with them about biblical principles. - I remind them that the Lord created each one of them and that with God nothing is impossible
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558665/) - He continues to be faithful to us even when we are unfaithful to Him. We are prone to wander and often guilty of idolatry, yet He continues to offer grace and redemption despite our sin.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558664/) - The Old Testament is a foreshadowing of why Christ came in the New Testament. You cannot understand the NT without the OT and you can't understand the OT without the NT. All of scripture is God breathed and profitable for us.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558663/) - Yes. I think some people in order to make the decision to follow Christ need gospel clarity and their questions answered, which is why listening to understand is so important. Being able to identify where they may not understand the gospel fully through listening is helpful to point them to the truth of the gospel
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558662/) - My experience has been overall positive. The church is where I have found great godly community to walk this faith journey alongside. The negative I've seen would be pride infiltrating the local church and therefore creating disunity. The positive I've seen is accountability and discipleship that produces multiplication.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558660/) - The difference between the two wordlviews i.e. human effort alone to obtain favour with God v human trust in God to accept His provision on the cross and favour, highlights God in different ways: in the first He is demanding and leaves us to meet the mark v the other in which He knows our
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558659/) - The most challenging thing in saving is staying consistent.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558658/) - She means that the Lord calls us to be educators to teach and guide each child. He gives us a passion, love, and a deep desire to support and help every student grow and succeed.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558657/) - The context of when New Testament books were written is essential because it allows us to accurately determine the message of what was written.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558656/) - My role as an educator is to respect, valued, and love each child in my classroom. I want every student to feel accepted, cared for, and valued, while also helping them grow academically and develop as individually.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558655/) - We have a responsibility that can impact eternity. As teachers, we need to focus not only teaching the subject matter, but also on creating a good environment where our children can learn about Jesus Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558654/) - Pride. It is the enemy of unity. Pride draws us into isolation and humility draws us into community. When we live in pride, the isolation we experience is not only a physical one. It is also an isolation of thought. Saul could not get out of his own mind. He not only shut out other
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558652/) - His tolerance for our drifting. The interesting thing is he knew what was going to happen all along. So what is drifting to us is him working out his plan to reconcile us back to him.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558651/) - It helps me take my mind and thoughts off the here and now!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558650/) - In my opinion, Christian philosophy should begin at home, where parents guide their children according to the word of the Lord. If parents have the opportunity to provide their children with a better education and send them to a Christian school, that can be a good choice. However, parents should still invest their time in
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558649/) - Studying the Old Testament helps us understand what is going on in the New Testament. The same could be said in the opposite order. I think the key thing in studying Scripture is how it all points to Jesus. When we study the context of the Old Testament. We understand better how Jesus came, why
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558647/) - I would like to gain a deeper understanding of philosophy and education so that I can better teacher guide and train my students. As they grow older, I hope they will remember what the Lord has done in their live. Also, I want this experience to help me continue growing in the word of God
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558646/) - God created us and gave us wisdom, Just as He gave wisdom to Solomon. Through reading the Bible and praying, He gives us discernment and helps us grow in our knowledge of Him.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558643/) - The picture of the Messiah as a suffering servant and that of Him as king can only be reconciled when we put aside the human definition of the words servant and king. Jesus was and is and will be a king like no other. The kingdom of Jesus Christ is administered according to the ways
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558642/) - I think one major reason is that most people don't feel like they have time. In Western cultures, most of us live busy lives (often too busy), and so we don't create space in our schedule, hearts or minds to turn our chairs towards others and truly listen or open up. We also fear that
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558641/) - Egypt has a constant source of water from Nile River. However, living in the promised land is a different experience where water is rain dependent..
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558639/) - I think it should be taught more
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558638/) - Easter Sunday is the resurrection which Good Friday is the day that Jesus died on the cross and without the that there would be no resurrection, and we would not be saved from our sins
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558637/) - Like: choose the safest, fastest, and resources along the way such as restaurant, gas stations. Unlike: Elevation is not a problem today as we use mechanized transport mode.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558633/) - We want to know how the story of the Bible ends. It is confusing because some argue it is about events that have already occurred and others argue that it is things yet to come. There is value in both; knowing and learning from past events, and being able to see future signs.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558632/) - Acts shows us the beginnings of the church after Christ ascended. It shows the growth, persecution, and struggles overcome with God's grace and commisioning.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558630/) - The universal fairness attests to the existence of God, because it says if God is good ,loving why does he allow evil and not stop it.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558629/) - The evidence that I see of Gods involvement in creation is, the wind, when it blows there’s no evidence or proof of the origin of where it came from.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558628/) - Before Jesus came "to seek and save that which was lost", the Jews had their religion and faith to rely on. They had a way to God through the blood sacrifices, performed by priests at the tabernacle. By keeping the 10 commandments and the laws of Moses, they lived a life of hope and victory
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558627/) - How wonderful the book of John is! I just love how the "one Jesus loved" boldly presents these 7 miracles/ signs or accounts that can only be explained as supernatural! How amazing to know that no ordinary man, but only God almighty can do these things... and here we are... ready to say "yes! I
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558626/) - It helps us understand the context in which the New Testament was written.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558625/) - In my PE class, students sometimes fill out a "think sheet" that helps them process what they did and think about what they should have done before we talk together. This is then followed up with their teacher, administration and a parent. It makes a huge difference when all of those people-including the student- is
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558624/) - I have not in my classroom, but as a student, we were given the job of defending different stances (Christian and Non Christian) in a research project. That was truly beneficial.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558623/) - It is important for children to know scripture because it is the only work of literature we have access to that is completely inspired by God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558622/) - I think the only good answer to this is that if he was not God, he was a manipulator or lunatic.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558621/) - He means that the starting point has to be our own work and knowledge of God's Holy Scripture.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558620/) - Of course we all have the content of our class that we are teaching. However, the word of God is the alpha and omega, the beginning and end.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558619/) - This gives me quiet confidence in the world, the understanding of the answer to questions about God's nature, the origin of our problems, what God intends to about it, "if He exists". It gives meaning to my life and the basis to share God's story and plan, in all its fulness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558617/) - As a PE teacher, I can teach them that in a stagnant, anxious world, moving our bodies is something we forget brings so much joy!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558616/) - It is very important to introduce students to different points of view without weakening the arguments of that point of view. For example, teach the evidence behind evolution and acknowledge that there are Christians who believe in biblical evolution. Also, explain the problems with this.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558614/) - Pride
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558613/) - Hs has limits to His tolerance of sin in the world He created.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558612/) - Yes, everything in this world is temporary and we should have our mind focused on eternal things. It would be nice to have everyone in my family look up to God who gives us salvation through Jesus Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558607/) - Monotheism: The chosen Deism: The Truman Show Naturalism: Big Bang Theory Nihilism: Black Mirror Pantheism: Interstellar Polytheism: Hurcules
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558605/) - Monotheism: The chosen Deism: Futurama Naturalism: The Big Bang Theory Nihilism: Rick and Morty Pantheism: Avatar: The Last Airbender Polytheism: Percy Jackson and the Olympians
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558603/) - Because we all desire to know the end of the story and what's going to happen in the future. It's confusing because there are many illustrations and metaphors. The value in studying it is that we can understand the end times better and what we can do to prepare until they happen.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558602/) - It shows us the significance of the disciples being the first people to start the church and spread the gospel, and it gives us tools that we can use to do it in today's world and culture.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558601/) - It will help us know the context of what we're reading so we have a deeper understanding of the verses that we're memorizing and teaching
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558600/) - Pride and disobedience
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558599/) - There is a constant theme in Scripture where we rebel against God and He is faithful to constantly welcome us home with open arms.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558598/) - Because reading the Old Testament gives us perspective of the old covenant and helps us in our understanding of the New Testament. And the entire Old Testament points back to Christ
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558596/) - Jesus talked to each of the disciples differently. For instance, he addressed a taught lessons to Peter differently than he did to James or John.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558595/) - Because being good at your job is not the same as being good at leading people. Being knowledgeable is not the same as being wise.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558594/) - Biblical servant leadership puts people's needs first and seeks to meet them. Traditional approach to people management is more of bossing people around and tellling them what to do as opposed to shepherding them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558593/) - A good leader isn't a boss or dicator to other people. A good leader leads people and shepherds them well.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558591/) - I have! In order to have an effective evangelism conversation, you have to be a good listener and ask good questions. You also have to be prepared at any time to answer other people's questions and defend your faith.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558590/) - My experience has been positive overall. I've been to multiple different types of churches, and the best churches I've been to emphasize growth and fellowship with a balance of going out and making disciples. Some have too much of one and not enough of the other. Growing in the church is about growing as a
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558589/) - The reason you don't want to have one without the other is because each of these hold a special place in helping us connect with the Lord and get the most out of our quiet time
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558588/) - Our chosen goals determine the direction in which we want to go in life, therefore we will choose behaviours to reach the goal. If our deepest desire is to follow God, we will try to honour God in all we do with behaviours that glorify Him such as love, patience, kindness, goodness, forgiveness, and self-control.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558587/) - The Old Testament provides the foundations of our faith and teach us about God; His story, character, love, etc.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558586/) - Because each of them help us grow spiritual in a different way. Bible study helps us grow in our knowledge of Scripture and our understanding of God and His character. Fellowship gives us joy with other believers and challenges us to grow through them pushing us to be more like Christ. And prayer gives us
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558584/) - In "the real world", oneness and diversity in the body of Christ means that Christians from eveery language, every race, every nationality are one, they belong all to Christ and every Christian has his own gift that is necessary to the other Christians for the general good of the one body of Christ. This means
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558582/) - Yes, listening was more important than my thoughts, because listening allowed me to tell them the good news and relate it to their personal story. I plan to be more intentional and personal about their story more than telling them all the details about mine.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558581/) - According to Romans 6, we should treat our bodies, resources, abilities, etc. as possessions that belong to a new Master who is Jesus. We must see them as things which have been redeeemed from a state a slavery to sin to a state of liberty to serve Christ and His righteousness. This help me to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558580/) - It has been great! Positive is feeling the unity and love of my brothers and sisters in christ. Negative feeling the cliqueiness of certain groups and lack of hospitality.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558579/) - If these were removed from the devotion we would not truly appreciate the Lord for who He is and who we get to be because of Him and Him alone.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558578/) - Our salvation is totally God's work. We cannot earn it or do anything to achieve it. Jesus has done everything for me. God has put me in Christ
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558577/) - Participation is the easiest for me to relate to. It is very clear and understandable for me that if I am saved, born-again, it is because I participate in Christ's death and resurrection. I do not have any difficulty to relate to the other key terms.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558576/) - he is my rock, he comforts me
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558575/) - he is the life because I believe that until you meet God, you're not truly living, yes living in the sense of day to day but not in his fullness of the life that he wants for us, he wants us to Like him as much as possible, I say it that way because we
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558574/) - I can travel in comfort and with speed and with much less dangers.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558572/) - Often times, the coach gives me space and time to introduce myself, announce Bible studies for the week, and utilize the chat for announcements. Very effective methods.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558571/) - I'm thankful that at this point in the ministry, I'm adhering to being an appropriate guest in the clubhouse. I'm not a fan but a friend. I read the room, and don't use the athletes for personal gain. They have volunteered their time for a camp last summer, but the coaches encouraged participation and it
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558570/) - I can do a better job of serving the medical staff.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558569/) - I struggled with identity in general back as a child. I struggled racially due to the environment in which I was raised. I tried finding my identity in sports, then found it in God. During my time as a sports minister, I don't think I've lost who I am. It's a huge blessing that I
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558568/) - I've personally dealt with the fear of failure of not being good enough to be picked for a team. I grew up playing basketball but took a few years off during my high school career. When I wanted to return to the sport as a senior, I was afraid of not being as skilled as
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558567/) - False image is a dangerous idea because it replaces the notion of "God as King"with "person as king." This is when a person places their entire identity in winning and losing. As we know, life is much more than sports.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558565/) - After years of holding on to childhood trauma and sexual abuse issues I tried every available resource to find healing, including the church. For the majority of the time I was "told" to just believe in Jesus and pray and have a more positive attitude. However, no one actually "showed" me HOW to do this.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558564/) - it is hard to say which part resonated with me the most because of course its all connected you have to get the analogy before moving to the connections, and yes you have to Invision yourself in that time as a Jew or gentile
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558563/) - well, it just made me pay more attention to the text and thinking more of what it was saying to me , my mind going to letting the language sink in imagining the audience, it just drew me in to look closer
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558562/) - I feel Paul was reminding Timothy, that he had to add to what God had given him. Stir it up and make it the best he could.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558561/) - Be what you are and live the life. Be real in everything you do for Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558560/) - I try to be humble Before God as i never want him to take his eyes off of me, i try to live upright and treat others right and respectful, i try not to be prideful and carry myself upright God is calling me to grow in forgiveness
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558559/) - If salvation is taken out, we may as well just stop. Thats the reason we are here.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558557/) - He saved us , not by any works of righteousness , but by his compassion and mercy. I agree we didn't and still don't deserve What Christ did for us. It was just because of his Grace and Mercy. It hasn't changed anything, I just want him to know how I value what he did
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558556/) - The Old Testament is foundational to the life of a believer in Christ. I don't believe Christians will be able to fully understand why Jesus had to come down and die for our sins without first understanding the creation story and the Old Covenant. Even though it may be intimidating and has moments of intense
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558555/) - He's not saying that he has only had one wife. if he's a widow or divorce and have remarried, he only has one wife at this time. I agree, God will judge.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558554/) - Coastal Plain is flat and fertile; it is ideal for agriculture. Central Mountain as the name suggest is mountainous and hilly. It is not ideal for agriculture but agriculture can still be carried out building contours around the mountain side. It is good for defence. Jordan Rift Valley is below the sea level. This region
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558553/) - I liked that seeking counsel from parents honors them, even if they are not Christians.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558552/) - This is the best and safe route, the alternative is a desert waste land.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558551/) - Not sure yet just really getting started I think both have a level of difficulty and you have to take careful consideration of the how it was meant for the original audience in order to attempt to apply it to today
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558549/) - When processing activities, I use the following framework for asking questions: observations, generalization, and application.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558547/) - Yes, absolutely I have considered this. I will say, students are not interested in being mentored inside the class, but moments I spend outside the class with students are 10 times as impactful.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558546/) - I do my very best to be very strict, but very fun. I will also try to never ask my students to do something that I would not do myself.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558545/) - Mr. Buckles would always start class with a devotional and prayer based on what was on his heart. To this day, he will take me out to coffee when I go back to visit my school.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558543/) - Our parents are very vital to our community. We see it as our role of partnering with parents in the Christian upbringing of their children and not the other way around. We are also a small enough community that we can know all of the parents personally. This means we meet individuals and families where
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558542/) - A student and their family is deciding to take the easy way out and opt for an easier schedule with more study halls instead of enriching their schedule with more classes. I hope to continue to offer avenues for this student to continue to challenge themselves not only academically but in all aspects of life
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558541/) - I thought it was very insightful that Dr. Black encourages schools to ensure that each of the books of the Bible is taught in the scope and sequence of a school's curriculum.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558539/) - Just getting into the word and devotional in the morning, I would like to get in the word before bed swell
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558538/) - Bible Study equips us to combat the lies of the enemies, fellowship allows us to build each other up to do so and prayer is the continual dialogue with the one who Already has won the battle for us.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558536/) - I will underline or highlight place names, use a Bible atlas or map; I am not an artist but simple sketch can help me visualize movement and space; ask the "where", "who", "what", "why" and "how" questions.With the mental map, I can try to connect to other passages or events in the Bible.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558535/) - The cycle of death and rebirth in nature are significant as pointed out in Genesis. It allows for life to continue, perhaps in a different form with each stage. It shows us how God created all things according to His will, plan and order.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558534/) - The comment that "death is the ultimate failure," struck me. We think of failure as a bad outcome. Failure can actually be an experience of discovery or learning. So yes, death can be the ultimate realization of God. An understanding on a new level that life doesn't provide.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558533/) - Moving believers from passive attendance to active everyday ministry through intentional discipleship and shared leadership. focus on application, end the sermon with clear practical steps rather than just theological facts. equip through classes; DESIGN SPECIFIC BIBLE STUDIES THTA TEACH MEMBERS TO STUDY SCRIPTURE AND UNDERSTAND BIBLICAL GNRIES ON THEIR OWN.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558532/) - All these things have to be considered when studying the bible, who wrote it? when was it written? who was the author writing it to? what time century was it? what was the genre of the book, the language that was used, so much to consider getting to the meaning and what God is trying
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558530/) - We are drawn because it outlines the signs of the end times and the value in studying it is to be aware of when Jesus is coming back, which is sooner than most people think!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558529/) - How we as Jesus followers should proclaim Jesus now with boldness and with no fear of death!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558528/) - It allows us to take a deeper dive into what the world was like at the time and puts us in the environment that we need to be in to truly gain the full context of what we are reading.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558526/) - I used to be confused and life seemed empty and meaningless; without purpose. Now the explanations that the Bible gives of life, the fall, sin and salvation and eternal life/our eternal hope, is the only thing that makes sense for me and the reason why i can live confidently and peacefully. My hope is not
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558523/) - so you can answer the who when where why what the how
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558522/) - The main consequences of covetousness as a lifelong cycle of discontent that frequently leads to poor choices, broken relationships, and personal ruin.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558521/) - These both represent opposite end of the spectrum regarding how humans relate to physical possessions and worldly pleasures . While materialism elevates physical things above spiritual realities, asceticism rejects the physical world in an attempt to achieve spiritual purity.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558520/) - I like NIV but I also have King James, My NIV is a study bible I use all the time
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558519/) - It is essential to build the relationship with our God to grow in faith , understanding and more like how our God would have us to be, enabling us to live in this present day and lead people to him in building the kingdom
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558517/) - You could have him work with someone, who is well trained, so the person can learn what is needed, but still be watched and tutored to make sure he's a good fit for the job. Just because a person is available, doesn't mean he's the right person for the job.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558516/) - He should pray and ask direction from God. I f he knows the minister, pull him aside and talk with him. Make the minister what is being said and if its not true , fix it, and if it is true fix it. Once it has been brought out, it will stop the rumors. the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558513/) - It was interesting to learn that the best name for God in matters of money is Lord.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558511/) - Psalm 19:1 The heavens declare God’s glory!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558508/) - If adoration is removed, we are not revering God as we should when we approach Him. Confession being removed is avoiding taking ownership for sin with the One we've sinned against. Thanksgiving removed will leave us entitled rather than full of gratitude. Supplication removed will put us in a position of not depending on God
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558507/) - I love picking a book of the Bible and going verse by verse, usually 1-2 chapters per day. Using a commentary like enduring word or gotquestions.org is helpful for further understanding. My quiet time is usually first thing in the morning, but at night I have been using Paul Tripp's New Morning Mercies devo to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558506/) - These are all vehicles used by God to spiritually shape us and helps us to abide in Him. Bible study is allowing God to speak to us through His Word, prayer is how we can communicate back to God, and fellowship with other believers brings further opportunity for us to hear from the Lord through
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558505/) - I have learned. You can read the whole bible and can't remember a lot of it. In Matthew 18:3 I believe, Jesus says we must become like children to enter the kingdom of heaven; humility and simple trust are models for how we learn and receive truth. As you said it is God's story and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558501/) - Let me use an example to show the importance. God brought Abraham to Shechem and promised Abraham that his offspring will be given this land, and "all peoples will be blessed through you" . Three generations later, Jacob bought a piece of land at Shechem. 200 thousand years later, Jesus spoke to the Samaritan woman
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558500/) - I will high light the names of places; towns, mountains, and valleys, etc.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558499/) - Yes, I have doubted God's existence. Sometime's I feel like he's not there, and that he does not care about my struggles or help me at all.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558497/) - The dominate qualities are listed in the scriptures. What is lacking, I think is Maturity in Christ to carry these qualities. This would require a continuous working relationship with the lord. Listening and following his voice. If the leader, the Pastor is not in the correct place, he can't encourage others properly.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558495/) - Geography only seems to be the land and earth formation we were born in; however, the land is the biggest part of our story, especially today.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558494/) - Christianity is open to everyone. He accepts you the way you are. He will give you the opportunity to tranform your life to his will, at your own pace . He accepts whoever wants to come.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558493/) - if you remove one it makes the time worthless. it isnt a relationship with all four together. it also would take back our control of things and let us be fully dependent on God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558491/) - God's salvation plan is tied to geography, specifically the land. God's promise of salvation is not something that is abstract, but tangible. And land is tangible; it is the thing that Abraham can see and identify with. Land is the foundation of survival in the agrarian society. So, salvation plan that is tied to the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558489/) - I would remind them that the Bible is God-breathed, and that in order for us to understand His word, we must have a relationship with Him. If the Word of God was intended to be subjective, it would not be referred to as a manual for holy living. It is the truth, and that truth
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558486/) - Both of them compromised their one true love and committed adultery against the Lord and relied on their own self determination.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558485/) - The fact that He has a limit to his tolerance for sin.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558484/) - The Old Testament gives us the background and the background and context for any story at times allows us to see the whole picture rightly.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558483/) - The Old Testament describes the foundations of our faith and without the foundations and profesy of Jesus we would not understand the full picture.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558480/) - When responding to someone who shares a different believe than I, when given the opportunity I try to share the gospel of the Lord, Jesus Christ. I try to plant a seed, water a seed, and allow God to give the increase.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558479/) - Based on the bible, the Nation of Gods and Earths is wrong because foundational teaching directly contradicts core biblical doctrines regarding the nature of God the position of humanity and the path to salvation. The Nation of Gods and Earth teach that black men is God incarnate. The bible teaches that ascribing deity to anyone
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558478/) - One of God‘s deepest desires is for us to develop a certain level of intimacy with him. In only understanding the New Testament, we are missing a vital part of the fulfillment of many prophecies. One of God’s deepest desires is for us to develop deep intimacy with him. He wishes to mold us to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558477/) - The Old Testament is a huge part in understanding who God is, and developing a deeper understanding of his character. There isn’t one or the other, they are a conglomerate of one story. It’s important to study the Old Testament to truly understand God, Jesus, and the Holy Spirit as one.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558473/) - I would begin by praying and asking for direction. If there was a specific subject that maybe the audience needed clarification on or needed encouragement through a hard time then I would search for a passage of scripture that would address that need. Then I would ask the questions of what does it mean and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558467/) - Leader of non-profit and discipleship, I can incoorporate all these things by following the perfect leadership of Christ and helping my flock answer their own problems, but also helping them navigate their difficult feelings!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558466/) - The disciples not being able to cast out the demon of the boy and Jesus says that even if they had the faith of a mustard seed they could move mountains. Teaching them to have faith and no doubts because faith is true versus false and you either have faith or you do not.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558465/) - Yes I agree. The Holy Spirit gives us revelation and discernment and that is a very necessary help along with the other tools he mentioned such as a concordance, commentary, bible atlas, etc.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558464/) - Visionary defines a clear end goal, situational allows for individual intentionality and transforming leadership helps to get to that goal.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558463/) - Leadership is so complicated because people are complicated and each person has an individual need of how they are to be led.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558455/) - Nahum 1: 4 He rebukes the sea and dries it up; he makes all the rivers run dry. Bashan and Carmel wither and the blossoms of Lebanon fade.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558449/) - To change the way we have always seen leaders, that it is not about the title, but it is about how you can build others up so that they will be leaders!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558448/) - Servant leadership is based on thinking of yourself lesser than others and exalting others so that they will grow which in turn grows your whole team, the traditional leadership approach clogs all growth for your team and doesn't allow for anyone to take ownership and excitement in what they get to be apart of.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558447/) - Leadership takes knowing your flock and having a relationship with them, management is a robotic way of maybe getting a task completed, but without relation and connection to the workers.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558446/) - A good leader knows his flock and helps them, get to the goal that they are trying to get towards. My new definition would be that a good leader surrenders his will to Christ's and allows himself or herself to be led by Him so that every route and decision will be the correct one.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558445/) - I cannot think of a better way to start than with these questions. You could focus on one topic and how it is addressed throughout the Bible but you would still be applying these three ways.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558444/) - NIV or ESV
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558442/) - To gain a deeper understanding of who God is, His love for His people, and the plan for salvation through faith in Christ that God set in place from the beginning.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558441/) - Amos The eighth-century BCE prophets Amos,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558440/) - Facing the Challenge Constant Danger: Prophets faced anger from rich elites, corrupt politicians, and religious leaders who hated being told their lifestyles were unjust
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558283/) - God's plan often unfolds over generations, not instantly. When the Lord appeared to Abram and said, “To your offspring I will give this land,” the promise was directed toward Abram's descendants, not Abram himself. At that time, the Canaanites already inhabited the land. This account weaves together the themes of God's justice and patience: while
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558281/) - The "So what?" step is at the end of the speech. It is pointers we can take with us to use on the own.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558279/) - When a speaker wants to make a point, he needs to explain what he is saying, to prove what he is saying, and apply to the statement to answer the question.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558278/) - The Love of God is the beginning of wisdom, and philosophy is the love of wisdom, so God, and our love of him is the foundation of that wisdom. How can we expect to educate the next generation with out wisdom. Having God as our foundation is our only hope.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558276/) - The Book of Daniel teaches us to maintain personal integrity and trust in God even under pressure.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558275/) - The apocalyptic book of Daniel (7- 12) illustrates the sovereignty of God by showing that He rules over earthly empires, determines the course of history, and establishes an everlasting kingdom that will outlast every human power.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558269/) - The four core rules or senses of traditional biblical hermeneutics—historically known as the fourfold sense of Scripture—are the literal, allegorical, moral, and anagogical interpretations
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558268/) - Whether studying the Old Testament is worth the effort depends entirely on your personal, academic, or spiritual goal. The Old Testament is the historical foundation of the bible that offers a rare, detailed window into the ancient Near East
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558264/) - Community gives us support and encouragement to live out the fruit of the Spirit. It is also there to guide us back on the right path if we stray, not in judgment but with gentleness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558262/) - I grew up Pentecostal, where we hold purity and holiness as the standard for our life as a representative of Jesus Christ . However, when I move to a new country to serve in a leadership capacity, I wasn’t aware of the different standards that existed in different churches so I tried to enforce my
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558261/) - Benefits for Your Devotional Life Honest Lament:
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558260/) - Psalm of Lament: How long, O Lord, my voice when I call on you; be gracious to me and answer me. Don't hide your face from me in the day of my distress. My heart is overwhelmed within me, and deep shadows fall upon my path. My strength fails because of my grief, and my
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558259/) - Proverbs 6:6 says, Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558258/) - The book of Proverbs provides practical moral guidance, critical decision-making skills, and foundational character traits to help young people navigate life. Proverbs encourages young people to have patience and gentle communication rather than explosive anger.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558255/) - It's more of a relational time that you are not only talking with Him, but spending time in His Word and listening to what He has for you. Resting in His presence and enjoying fellowship with Him. I find that time spent without distractions helps the experience become more relational than a one way discourse.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558253/) - Elijah continued to pray to be an active participant rather than a passive bystander. Elijah showed persistence in continually praying even when He knew God would answer as He had promised because he knew he needed to wait with God. Elijah was demonstrating his reliance on God's timing.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558252/) - We are told by our LORD to pray many times in His word. 1 Thessalonians 5:17, James 5:16, Luke 18:1 for example. We are loved by God and He wants this relationship with us. He has given us the privilege to have conversation with Him and show our trust and dependence in Him. It is
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558245/) - Know your audience and the purpose for being in the mist. Yes I have. The speaker was speaking of situations I was dealing with or subjects I had an interest.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558244/) - I have been around and in church my entire life. What you learn overtime is that the church is made up of imperfect people. People can hurt others and cause Church hurt. We must understand that people are broken. Jesus is not!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558243/) - I either go through an entire book or a read a devotional book. I would like to ready the Bible cover to cover.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558241/) - Each of these are tools that God uses to and through the believer. Bible study teaches us Gods word, fellowship gives us community and prayer helps us to commune with God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558239/) - Because Leadership involves people. It involves you being involved in the mess that is a persons life. We all bring junk into any situation. Learning how to lead in spite of the junk involved is part of the challenge.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558238/) - John 4
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558237/) - Biblical servant leadership focuses on building people up rather than getting work done. Servant leadership leads by example.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558236/) - Im not sure that my definition of leadership has changed. Leadership produces followership!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558234/) - Mankind always wants to know what is next. We focus often times on the future instead of today. Revelation can be useful for us as we live in the now with anticipation for the not yet. Staying ready for Christ's return.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558233/) - All these tips were very helpful and I feel I can use improvement in my leadership skills in all categories.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558232/) - the practical benefits of understanding Acts help us to know more about each situation that Paul wrote about in the NT. As I stated previously, this helps us know the true context.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558231/) - This helps us understand context. When it comes to understanding scripture, context is key!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558229/) - I am one of those people who is shy about praying aloud. I feel the need to prepare ahead of time and write my prayer because my mind locks up when I am before people.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558228/) - When I am hosting a new members class, I have the baptismal candidates participate in reading the scriptures and part of the lesson instead of me reading and speaking the entire time. They seem to enjoy this. I shared this with the ministry leader and it was well received.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558227/) - A profound love for God!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558225/) - At grade 10 my math teacher was not really a teacher, it was a dreadful experience until I got a new math teacher, he was so amazing that I began to see myself solving math correctly, he told me he saw potential in me and now I teach math myself.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558222/) - The Lord's Prayer has us put God and His will first, while having us recognize that He is our loving Father that wants us to be in communion with Him and wants to provide for our needs as a loving Father would. I am impressed that it is a personal prayer, yet at the same
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558218/) - The Holy Spirit helps us to gain self-control, and once we have developed self-control, the Holy Spirit can use us more effectively.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558217/) - it is our origin story, and you see Gods love for us
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558215/) - yes, and I try to relate my story to theirs and how Jesus came in and changed my life through that experience.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558214/) - I grew up loving going to church because there was always other kids to play with and food. As an adult I enjoy checking on people and catching up with them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558213/) - Obedience! Obey God!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558210/) - Psalms 46:1-2 1 God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.2 Therefore we will not fear, though the earth give way and the mountains fall into the heart of the sea, God’s help is stronger and more reliable than anything else, even when everything around us feels unstable.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558209/) - Adoration cannot be taken away because the Lord said to enter his courts with praise. Confession cannot be taken away because in James's 5:16 God says that if we confess our sins to one another and pray for one another we would find healing. But repentance allows us to realign with Gods purpose for our
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558208/) - I have used bible-in-a-year plans, but without trying to finish it in a year and I go at my own pace. I have just read the bible straight through in order and watching bible project videos. I have used daily devotional books, but those have been the least interesting to me because I want to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558207/) - Spiritual formation molds us more and more into the likeness of our creator. Studying the bible helps our minds understand our creator. Fellowship carries the presence of the Lord in varying attributes and gifts that build up the body of the church to look more like Him. And prayer realigns us with his will, and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558205/) - honestly, part of me feels a sense of dread because of the pain I endured that still sometimes does not make much sense to me but i guess that is why I am here. for the Lord to make sense of it all.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558204/) - I'm still a bit fuzzy about which books contain wandering and which the 10 commandments, but I think it will settle in as I read more. What stands out more than anything is Yahweh’s' loving kindness and mercy to us, generation after generation. He truly is in it for the long haul, and humans could
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558203/) - God models all of the fruit of the spirit as He meets with us in prayer. It is how He begins to mold and grow us into becoming more like His Son who was obedient in all things.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558200/) - I am a staff member with FCA and discipling some students one on one. I think as I am building a relationship with a student that all of models come into play.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558199/) - Jesus would often use adaptive leadership by answering people's questions with a question. He did this to make them think on their own. An example could be his conversation with the woman at the well in John 4.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558198/) - Hard experiences shape false perceptions when painful events are interpreted through fear rather than truth. When harm occurs, the mind often concludes that the world is unsafe, that protection is unreliable, and that self‑reliance is necessary. These conclusions feel protective in the moment but distort reality, becoming false perceptions that continue to guide life long
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558196/) - 6 goals: 1. Conviction of sinfulness 2. Create faith in the triune God, to understand God as Creator, Redeemer and Sanctifier 3. Create response of faith in prayer 4. Immmerse the Christian in the Word of God in his historical and cultural setting, sacramental forms of the words coming to us 5. To structure the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558195/) - The 10 Commandments are intended in the law to crush and instruct the learner. The burden of the law would weigh weightily on the sinner. With the creed Luther is saying this is the broader counsel of God in tight summary form. I live under Him in His kingdom and I serve Him. I am
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558193/) - I often times use "The Four" to share the Gospel with others. I have shared my relationship with Christ and the way he has changed and challenged me to live a life for him.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558192/) - It has been mixed for sure. I have long appreciated and been part of a local church. The positives have been the fellowship and the encouragement and shaping for the edification of the brothers. I have appreciated the time with my believers. But, the negative nature points to the way that sin does remain and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558190/) - I have tried to use ACTS in my prayer time for sometime now because I recognize I often fail to praise God for who he is and all he does; I need times of regular confession because of my sinful nature; my God deserves all praise and he provides all I have: I must give
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558189/) - I most frequently use a chapter a day and allow my time with the Lord to be intentional, studying through the passage and studying the intention behind the writing. I have allowed devotionals to open my time as well as using the Bible in a year guides. I want to return to more intentional book
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558188/) - In each of these, we communicate one with another or with the Almighty. In our fellowship we can share the light of Christ through a meal or time of necessary confession. Our prayer leads us into the presence of the Lord, while also allowing us to call on him and commune with him. Time in
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558184/) - People are certainly drawn to Revelation because it speaks on what is to come. Us humans have always had thoughts about the future. In Revelation, there is much imagery, symbolism, and the telling of Christ's returnand what will happen in this future. With this, it can be a difficult book to breakdown and understand. Which
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558183/) - The practical benefits we can get from Acts and the early history of the church is the level of reliance they had on the Holy Spirit and the finished work of Christ. I think we, in our modern Christian lives, have a knack for disregarding God and turning to distractions that are meaningless. In the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558182/) - Understanding the historical and cultural influences on the New Testament helps us with the context of these scriptures. In order to grasp the fullness of the New Testament we have to understand the culture it was created in, the ruling authorities at the time, and the current state of Israel. Without this we can become
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558181/) - In both of these men's lives, they had the classic pitfall of a leader not relying on God for leadership. That leads to pride in their lives, which so easily ensnared them to become distant from God. As leaders we must be diligent about spending time with the Lord rather than leading form our own
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558180/) - In the section, I saw more clearly God is in control of all while also not compromising on His Character. if he did, He wouldn't be God. It amazes me to see how God is at the same time most majestically lovingly forgiving while upholding justice and mercy simultaneously. It frames the cross to see
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558140/) - I can certainly attest that life here and now is hard. I have not had childen, but work is hard and never ending. I can see the purpose Yahweh had when he sent us out of the garden, to see what life was like when we didn't follow His rules. I also see Yahweh's absolute
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558139/) - It is necessary to govern the behavior of your group and to establish trust as the group are some of the reasons.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558138/) - Visionary helps the followers see the bigger picture of things. Situational helps the person become better at the task at hand in the area they need help. Transformative leadership helps the person's soul to be transformed and become a better person God has called them to be.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558137/) - It is complicated because it is so multi-faceted. There is no one way to lead it requires knowing how to lead in different ways for different needs.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558134/) - Working for not profit ministry I have told many people about the goodness of God. Listening is a spiritual gift that gets looked past quite a bit. You need to let others share and ask questions about the gospel and Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558133/) - Being together at church with other believers has helped my faith. Accountability comes to mind.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558131/) - These all four work together to show the goodness of the Lord. You cant get far in your faith walk if you are missing one. Like in the game of football you have all the players but the center, well the play is never going to happen cause the center has to snap the ball.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558129/) - Devotional methods that work for me is actually listening to music after I read a verse or bible passage and then mediate on it for a while. In the future I would like to be better about journaling.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558128/) - He modeled it for them because so they could understand it is different than what they had seen in the Gentiles or even in other religious leaders. He took the time to serve them by teaching them. He states in His Word he came not to be served but to serve.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558127/) - Biblical servant leadership is leading others to lead and take responsibility and initiative in their actions. Traditional approach leads with only one person making all the decisions and lording it over them with authority only. There will be no initiative for the followers they will become passive.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558126/) - A bible study is a study for and too God and learning his goodness. Fellowship is brothers and sisters of Christ working and communicating together. Prayer is our talking/working out personally with God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558124/) - I love attending church and grow from the experience.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558123/) - Leaders lead others to somewhere they can't go on their own, somewhere they are not currently. Management is helping others do what they are already supposed to be doing.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558122/) - I would have said a good leader is a good servant to others. I still believe that but I would add that they are servants who want to lead others somewhere they don't know how to go on their own. It is an action not just a title.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558120/) - we wouldn't have the full expression of intimacy we could!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558119/) - Because of the unknown and the return of Jesus Christ our King. Our brains can not fully comprehend Revelations. I have learned that reading this book and studying it with people help me so much.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558117/) - Yes. Asking questions to understand where a person is at and what they believe is vital in knowing how to start sharing with someone. It is important to share from the heart of Christ and not just to check pat oneself on the back or see them as a project. They are a person made
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558116/) - I love to read the psalm and the proverb that correspond with the day of the month.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558115/) - Some practical benefits from understanding Acts is it establishes a solid foundation of our faith. It gives us direction on the testimony of Jesus.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558114/) - Bible study is us being communicated to by God, fellowship is fellow believers communicating with each other and prayer is our communication back to God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558113/) - Understanding this is crucial to allowing us to see how certain texts relates to our time time and how we can learn and know that God's power is not defined by times or places.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558112/) - Overall we need to avoid ourselves. We are our worst enemy. Pride is the biggest enemy and Saul and Solomon both struggled with this.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558111/) - Seeing that the challenges we go through God will use for his glory. Amen, the valleys we go through gives us a great view of the Cross.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558108/) - It will weaken it because you need that knowledge of history of how we got to the new testament.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558107/) - Gods law History being shared depth of knowledge
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558106/) - Wisdom in SoulCare begins with seeing the person as an image‑bearer, not with offering clever fixes. Dr. Crabb says, “Wisdom doesn’t start with advice, Wisdom starts with theology,” because theology tells us what a person truly is, someone designed for relational joy with God and others. When you begin there, you stop treating problems as
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558052/) - At times, I struggle with the timeliness of being prepared. That's part of why I'm enrolled in these courses. I want to know more and be able to prepare deeper studies.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558051/) - I am currently involved in sports ministry. I implement the four key success principles by showing up, striving for excellence and professionalism, and making sure that it isn't about me! I could improve in the area of preparation because there are days that I prepare Bible study the day of.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558047/) - It is important because we all have/ will be rebellious yet He initiated the relationship and pathway back to Himself. Comforting to remember.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558046/) - I am a leader at home with my son and to my wife. I have learned to lead by reading my bible and understanding that true leadership only come from Christ. I would definitely lean into adaptive leadership being one I have done more in the past year with my son who is 11 months
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558045/) - The Canaanite Woman (Matthew 15:21–28): Jesus listened to her disruptive appeal and crossed cultural and religious boundaries, expanding his own immediate perspective and showing how leaders adapt to new human
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558044/) - They are all 3 part of the goodness that is Jesus way of leading which is Servant leadership. You want to lead something, first you need to serve.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558043/) - Leadership is complicated because there are so many roads you can go down. So many different ways to lead, so many voices on how to lead when in reality there is just one the Jesus way.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558042/) - Jesus had to model servant leadership because we are to be like him and he had to set the standard for us.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558041/) - Biblical servant leadership all people and parties to succeed. All team effort. Traditional approach has a title and telling you what to do. one man/woman making the decisions.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558040/) - leadership is taking control (boots on the ground) mentality Management is looking at a team/business from a wide lens and handling more behind the scenes duties.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558039/) - Good leader does the action first. Good leader is a verb.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558036/) - Yes I believe it. word views are looking for answers. Satan is a fake stealing some truth and lies.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558035/) - Yes, I have and it is the best decision I have ever made. Praise King Jesus
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558034/) - Faith. cause you cant earn it, you have to believe that Jesus is Lord. Faith is hard to understand.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558033/) - The death and resurrection of Jesus Christ. No other God has been risen from the dead. The tomb is empty.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558032/) - nope. There needs to be a set of laws in place and with with naturalism there is not. We do have purpose.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558031/) - For me it would be Monotheism and naturalism. I believe most people fall into the category of these two. We either came from a God who created everything or the universe just exploded by evolution.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558030/) - Monotheism and Deism I would say to me are most similar. They both have a central creator. Monotheism and Nihilism are most different. Mono there is purpose, and Nihilism there is no meaning to life.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558029/) - We live in a fallen world, so even though we have freedom in Christ, our sinful desires have not completely left us. So there is a battle between selfish desire and doing what is right. But the Holy Spirit in us helps us win the war against our flesh.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558027/) - Yes. Asking good questions and being interested in what someone is saying to you as opposed to being interested in a potential outcome of the conversation is really important. You don't have evangelistic conversations with people just to convert them, you have them because Jesus cares about all people and wants us to encounter people.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558026/) - I've always been a part of a local church , but in different roles throughout different stages of my life. The Bible tells us not to neglect meeting together so it's positive in that way. Obviously being a part of a church can present its challenges with theology, friendship, etc but all of those things
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558025/) - Walking means step by step, so we walk in the Spirit one step at a time, learning, growing.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558024/) - I think there's a place for each of them seperately and together. I don't think God is waiting for us to have the most polished prayers in order for them to pleasing to him. However, I think if you leave your prayers to only supplication you reduce God to a genie and only ask instead
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558023/) - Sometimes I will purchase a book that helps me go through a certain book of the Bible and it's really helpful to dive deeper into a certain book. I try and stay in one book of the Bible at a time however sometimes if I'm in a rut I go back to the psalms and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558022/) - It is a concrete, touchable, hearable, gift from God so that we can come to understand who we are, who God is, and what He expects of us. A massive undertaking that no other "god" or "prophet" or "seer" has done. It incorporates knowledge with God's action and is a living breathing help for us.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558021/) - Monotheism is the correct answer. This is where my heart lies. There is hope and joy that awaits in this.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558020/) - I believe for me the answer is Monotheism (Christian) and Nihilism. Christianity we have purpose and hope in God. Something we can trust in and hope. Nihilism is the opposite. Where is your worth in this worldview? There is no moral obligations in play.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558019/) - Two years ago I decided to read through the bible in one year, using a plan I found by Dr. John MacArthur in his GTY site. By God's grace I've been faithful; I am now in my second year, rereading what I read last year. God's plan and pattern is more evident to me; People
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558018/) - Monotheism: The Ten Commandments (Movie) old testament lived out on the big screen Deism: Thomas Payne (Author of Age of Reason) reject of revelation Naturalism: Jack London (Author: To build a fire) This a man vs nature situation Nihilism: Friedrich Nietzsche (Philosopher) he coined the idea that God is dead Existentialism: Jean-Paul Sartre (Philosopher) Don't
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558011/) - David loved God deeply and walked in repentance.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558010/) - Walking in obidence, always
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558009/) - lead with compassion, having the same mindset, and sharing spiritual love.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558007/) - It means to strengthen your bond with Him. Communication in any relationship is vital to its growth. By being with God, we are able to work on a foundational relationship with him that allows us to not just be obedient but be dependent on His words. We should seek him in all of our emotions
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558006/) - Knowing the various traits of people helps me to understand our leader and the people in the meeting. It is beneficial to understand the people we are working with and especially our leader.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558005/) - I have an intense, highly curious and analytical personality. I naturally want to understand how ideas fit together, question assumptions, identify contradictions, and get underneath surface explanations. I also tend to think in systems and look for the central idea that organizes everything else. That probably helps explain why expository preaching and Dr. Robinson's Big
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558004/) - When I was in Nigeria, I made the mistake of licking my fingers while eating because I was accustomed to doing it at home and didn't realize that the people I was with considered it inappropriate. I learned that eating customs were different from what I was accustomed to in Canada, particularly regarding hand hygiene
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558002/) - Using adaptive leadership, Jesus was able to assess situations and help others grow as individuals. For example, calling Peter to come out on the the water with him was an example of challenging him to do more and be more, while at the same time meeting him where he was.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558001/) - Leadership is so complicated because it is so multi-faceted. Just as this lesson explores three avenues of leadership, there are so many ways both to lead and experience leadership. It truly is a unique and challenging place to explore and walk out in its complex nature.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95558000/) - Jesus modeled servant leadership because the Son of God came to earth and in an unexpected way flipped the script: he served others that we may know how to do the same. The disciples had grown used to the way that the Gentiles and other powers held and maintained power, so it was necessary that
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557999/) - Management is one who oversees and, typically, has a disinterested approach to the people under their tutelage. Rather than leading by example and showcasing the way something should be done, managers issue decrees and deadlines. Leaders motivate and inspire their workers; they grab the bull by the horns if necessary or provide the means for
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557997/) - The book of Revelation has long intrigued believers given the multi-faceted interpretation that people have used when reading it. The combination of past, present, and future collide within the book and cause many to consider it. Yet the book of Revelation is far from easy to comprehend. John's use of allegorical language is not easy
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557996/) - Its building a relationship with God. Like my pastor says when you have a friend or dating you don't just sit in a quiet room and let them speak, you engage, you conversate and spark the relationship up. That is what prayer is supposed to be, a way to build a relationship with God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557993/) - I can prepare my students for the world by sharing my own experiences and the ways God has brought me through them and by modeling for them how to always go back to Scripture for guidance.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557992/) - It is important to be prepared for attacks on the Christian faith because there are going to be attacks. They're coming. They're already here. We must raise up the next generation to be firm in their believes and ready to give an account.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557991/) - I have done intermittent fasting. I have learned that truly you become closer to God when you deny your flesh of all wordily things and the wonders that come from it can be the necessary answers to the problems or questions your facing. It allows us to become closer to God and absorb his conciseness.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557990/) - I believe that God has produced a revelation to us because we are His children. He made us in His own image. He loves us, cares for us, guides us, and wants the best for us. Of course, He would want us to know Him and His Son.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557989/) - Processing activities allow students to reflect on what they've learned and accomplished.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557988/) - Discipleship is an essential part of Christian education because we are teaching and guiding the next generation of the Church.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557987/) - I emphasize relationship in and out of class. I talk to the students like they're regular people (because they are), and we talk about whatever they want to talk about (obviously within reason). I go to their sports games and recitals. We occasionally take a couple minutes of class where they can ask me any
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557986/) - I had an English professor in undergrad who met individually with each of his students to discuss our writing at the end of the semester. The encouragement he shared, as well as the critical feedback, showed just how much he individually cared and believed in us. He was so excited that I was going into
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557984/) - I can use private hurts that relate to the topic or subject being discussed.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557983/) - Tilt my head towards the speaker and make eye contact.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557982/) - Distraction is a one of the biggest obstacles when it comes to praying for me. What I do is try to take a deep breath in and set my mind that the time I've set with the Lord is a priority and everything else can wait. I try to use scripture by memorizing it and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557980/) - To be part of God's family.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557979/) - Because we are sinners and will always fail, but God is patient and merciful, and it is his will that every man be saved.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557978/) - I read my Bible as close to first thing in the morning as I can. Then reflect upon what I've read. Then I spend time in prayer focusing on Adoration of God, Confession of my Sins, Thanking God for how he has blessed me in my life, and then offering specifically focused prayer.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557976/) - Often Jesus used parables that speaks to an agrarian society. It's hard to understand the meaning of what he was saying without understanding historical and cultural influences to better grasp the depth of his teaching. Furthermore, understanding the history of Roman power in the region helps us to grasp the nature of what Paul writes
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557974/) - Both men demonstrated the power that pride has to wreck our lives. Becoming prideful leads us to a place wherein we find ourselves trusting ourselves rather than trusting God; we believe in the ability of ourselves to achieve great works rather than honoring the Lord and giving him credit for the things we do. Another
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557973/) - For me it is the power of God to interrupt history. It's amazing to think the God we serve, unbound by time or space, though visible throughout history, can interrupt and step into our time and space, forever changing the lives of those whom he interacts with.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557947/) - I will admit sometimes I do neglect to plug into God. God is the necessary Power Source needed in order to have a positive and efficient group. I need to stay in pray before I meet with my group and start my meetings with pray together with the members. Being plugged in will give a
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557946/) - The leader should let everyone express their needs are in the group and they may be able to connect on one accord.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557943/) - Addictions and failing marriages. While we may have groups that our members can attend, the need to transform their lives starts to take on more along the lines of soul care, Bible studies, discipleship and personal time with not just community but individuals that can contribute positively to each others lives.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557939/) - Thank God for His Holy Word that repeatedly reminds me of how Generous our God was/is and continues to be! Over and over it says.. God gave Moses instructions on building Tabernacle, Manna, Quail, Water, Rain, Music… on and on. He is forming us into the image of His Son Jesus… so my prayer is
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557936/) - Without a firm understanding of God's people, the promise to Abraham for the redemption of the world after sin entered it, we fail to see the purpose of Jesus. The Old Testament shows us our great need for a Savior and the way we live and walk on this side of the cross comes out
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557934/) - A biblical basis is crucial because it gives SoulCare a true, stable understanding of what a person is and what the soul needs. Dr. Crabb argues that without Scripture, we end up using categories that are too small—like the self in psychology, the brain in biology, or vague spiritual experience in modern spirituality. The Bible
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557933/) - I find that the easiest way to listen and be respectful is to actually intend to understand and find what I can get out of a message. Naturally I'll do what active listening looks like.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557932/) - I hope that my own appetite for God would be a driving energy to envision what the other person could become. I hope that the other person would trust me enough to take an inside look and would want to be explored and discovered.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557931/) - God will continue to put you in situations that reveal His calling on your life. I really don't know how to answer this question because God deals with each person he calls individually. Maybe you could say the common denominator in each person called is God will make it apparent to the individual somehow.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557929/) - It tells of God's character and stories of His majesty. It provides us with a biblical understanding of the need for the gospel of Jesus Christ and His saving grace for our sins. We can even see ourselves within the pages of the Old Testament. Utilizing the stories and growing in our own sanctification with
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557928/) - Without the knowledge of the Old Testament (OT), the New Testament is missing much basis and character of God within it. It provides a foundation for the Messiah of Jesus Christ, the need for a savior, and God's Holy Character and plan for humanity's salvation. It provides prophecies that tell of Jesus Christ's coming and
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557924/) - There are many examples that we see in scripture that has the foundation of Adaptive Leadership from Christ. This is definitely on display when he is on his way to heal Jairus' daughter who was ill. Amidst all of this and in the chaos, a woman came and touched his garments and she was healed.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557921/) - 1. We have to learn how to prevent ourselves from triggering each other. 2. We both need to commit to being open to taking full accountability. 3. We both need to be gentler and more patient in the heat of the moment when having a disagreement or misunderstanding. 4. We both need to commit to
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557920/) - in the past I've just used the method of reading and not responding to God. I'm excited to put into practice the writing down of my devotional time and seeing where God leads.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557916/) - Having mere knowledge does not mean we apply correctly. We need the Holy Spirit to guide us. We are subject to limitation within ourselves. We promote the gospel through unity of believers love.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557915/) - We must interpret the scripture text according to what is written in previous verses;paragraphs and book. Use of tools like a concordance to determine culture and meaning of the time when it was written.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557914/) - I agree with the lecturer that a person must be bornagain. 1 Cornin 2:4 The natural man does not know or cannot know the things of the spirit. Only when one is born of the spirit can he know because God is a spirit.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557913/) - I grew up without going to church but attended a public school where morning bible preaching was done by the Principal and students carried a bible to school. Somewhere and somehow God drew me to Himself. Billy Graham's voice still ring through my ears. and my home Pastor some 40+years. Pastor H. H. Barber preaching
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557912/) - I attend biblically based church where the Word is preached. Preaching is extremely significant especially in our modern era. If God said its by preaching ;teaching,He knows best. Souls are won by hearing the Word whether being in church or a tivel listening via media. I say preaching must be foremost and forefront.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557911/) - The argument of MuLuhan against preaching,I find very contrary to God's Word. How can they hear without a preacher. Faith comes from hearing the Word. He argues that "hot" media only engage one sense either the eye or ear while cool media like Televison engages both eye and ear. I disagree that reading or preaching
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557910/) - all of these areas help us grow closer to God and give us different avenues to spiritual growth and help us to be in better communication.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557907/) - In our attempts to define reality, we cannot define anything apart from the One who made and clearly authored it all. It's easy to consider these worldviews as having specks of truth scattered, even if they are largely off base, but it comes down to the truth of God's word and the foundation of the
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557905/) - Yes, this was a time in my life that I felt I needed more focus and direction on what He was calling me to. Fasting gave me a chance to focus only on Him and listen to what He wanted me to hear from His word.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557898/) - I have made that commitment to Christ! Praise God!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557897/) - Yes, I believe that each of the references listed shows partial truths in the major worldviews discussed. I believe this makes sense. Satan is referred to as the father of lies and the best lie is one that closely resembles the truth. In such for Satan to deceive the nations, he creates lies and distractions
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557896/) - I believe a common area for many is the distinctive of origins. Believing that everything was created in 7 literal days. I would refer them to the fact that there are many wise Christians that have formed biblically sound arguments that support varying views on origins without dismantling God's sovereignty or power in Creation.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557894/) - I believe the problem of pain is simultaneously the biggest problem with the existence or non-existence of God. On the one hand it is a valid question to ask if a good God exists, why is there so much evil and pain? On the other hand if you say that God does not exist, then
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557893/) - I have attended church regularly since truly following Christ. I have been involved in the church in different areas for many years. I now work with a parachurch organization that gives me opportunity to minister with sports teams so I don't have as much time to serve as much in the local church in this
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557892/) - We don't experience the fullness of what the Lord has for us when not reminding ourselves of who He is and what he has done. These things bring us into alignment with his heart again.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557891/) - Probably either the notion of the Bible and Identity or the Bible and the Future, given the nature of so many that seek to root their identity in their accomplishments, their gender, their sexuality, their politics, it's hard to acknowledge the beginning of our identity in the Creator. God has uniquely made us in his
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557890/) - For me its the answer for the reason there is good/evil and the call we have for justice in our world. When we search out for justice amid injustice, what is the "sense" we have? It's the natural calling we have in our hearts because of the Imago Dei impressed upon our hearts.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557889/) - I do my devotions typically first thing in the morning. I am reading from OT and NT. I write down key verses that stand out to me and how it applies to me. Sometimes I journal my prayers and thoughts as well but not everyday.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557888/) - The Lord communicated directly to us through the study of His Word and Prayer. He also does this through his church other believers in Christ as well. We are in communion with him through the Holy Spirit who uses all of these avenues.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557884/) - Yes I have indeed!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557883/) - Yes because all of them are seeking to answer the same questions, however Satan is not an originalist. He is a counterfeit that steals bits of truth to sprinkle on a lie. He seeks to defile and twist the whole truth with fragments of it.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557882/) - Maybe that the Bible is the Word of God and Jesus is our creator and only way to salvation. I would start with prophecy that has been fulfilled in history that was predicted in Scripture and about Jesus. Many other scholars and historians have concluded that Jesus was in fact a person who walked this
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557881/) - I think the most compelling distinctive would be morality and the origins of evil. The Bible gives us the most concrete answers to those questions and aspects of our world that are clearly seen throughout the history of mankind.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557880/) - I would say monotheism because it is the most consistent and concrete. Because the future directly relates the ethical values and meaning in life. In Monotheism it is most consistently ties it all together whereas the other worldviews have no foundation in all three categories.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557879/) - No it does not. As we have seen in history of societies the culture and morality of societies change and when they go away from the laws of God they fall into oppression. So group consciousness is not enough to be a basis for ethical values. I heard a quote once that if there is
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557877/) - The worldview of Monotheism answers the question that we most all have: what's next? This speaks to the nature of mankind seeking to know the future, life beyond death, and how the ways of the world in the present are cast in the shadow of what's to come.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557876/) - While it is worth noting what others believe and respect others' attitudes and worldviews, it's not enough for groupthink to transcend the hearts and minds of all. While this does point, many times, to a group conscience, which further points to the nature of God's creation and image in mankind, these group ideas can be
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557875/) - I live and work at a rehab center for drug and alcohol use. his words guide my understanding of love and how there is no social difference between these men and and any other.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557874/) - its important to recognize so we dont miss interpret or miss apply what the writer is trying to convey
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557872/) - The fear of God is what counts.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557871/) - Implications give freedom to the listener to develop his or her agency. God uses both explicit and implicit communication.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557870/) - Understanding the communication circle helps me to know that there is always something to do as I read the Bible. I must inhabit the story.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557869/) - The bigger picture of the Bible is much more visible if you read a larger section.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557868/) - I usually read the Bible books as independent books. I can now see clearly why that is not the best approach as it deprived me of getting the bigger picture of what God is doing if read as a single story.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557867/) - I believe Christianity (monotheism in general) is most compelling in that it offers hope for the future and purpose for the present. Hal Lindsey said, “Man can live about forty days without food, about three days without water, about eight minutes without air...but only for one second without hope.” We need the hope of a
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557866/) - Naturalism is unable to adequately explain morality. It ultimately fall under it's own weight. Nancy Pearcy said, "A worldview that does not start with God must start with something less than God, something within creation, which then becomes the category to explain all of reality." If we are to uphold an actual objective morality it
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557863/) - Establish order in history and make it easier to see the way God deals with his people
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557862/) - I would argue the Deist and Monotheistic worldview help explain our origins best. There is a certainty to the Creator in both world views, though Monotheism points us to a place of knowing the God who made us and serving him humbly, whereas we cannot do that in Deism.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557861/) - Monotheism has a certainty to it; we know our origin and our purpose; we have a way to overcome the obstacles in our lives i.e. sin. This is directly contrasted to the Existentialists who see no meaning, no purpose to life. In this way there is no ability for us to find our way through
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557859/) - The “damaged self” assumes people start out innocent and are primarily hurt from the outside, so the therapist’s job is to repair what was broken. SoulCare sees something deeper: a “stubborn soul” that, even in the midst of real wounds, is driven by fleshly determination to make life work without trusting God. As Dr. Crabb
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557856/) - I would argue that nihilism and existentialism are the two most alike. These both have a missing objective, a missing purpose for life. The two most dissimilar are Monotheism and Existentialism. In a monotheistic approach, creation has a purpose, a telos, and it's to serve and be in relationship with God, where as existentialism has
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557855/) - Monotheism: The Chosen Deism: Thomas Jefferson, in removing the miracles of Jesus from the Bible, acknowledged God's existence, yet he does not interact among his creation. Naturalism: Scientific textbooks with the removal of a Creator as the first cause, leaning heavily into the evolution of life. Nihilism: The mantra of the 1960s: God is Dead,
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557853/) - Thinking about the iceberg, we want to move into the deeper, below the surface areas of a person. This is the beginning of 'exploring' someone, and also connecting with the person at a more personal and intimate level, building trust and openness in the relationship.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557852/) - Each of these areas foster closer walk with God and equips us to better communicate with the Lord and also with each other as believers or with those we have opportunity to with whom to share the Gospel.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557851/) - My hope is in the Spirit within me, to guide my thoughts and words in the midst of the mess which is also inside. I do not have to have the answers for the other person, but a holy curiosity and a desire for relationship and the vision to see Christ displayed in them.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557846/) - We are people of faith always moving towards God in hope of being with Him in our permanent home someday.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557844/) - I’m noticing that a lot of my “caring” responses actually come from wanting something for myself. For example, when someone shares a struggle, I often feel an inner push to say something wise or comforting, not just to help them, but so I’ll feel appreciated or competent. That’s the fleshly energy Crabb describes:“We become absolutely
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557842/) - Yes, I've studied the fruit of the Spirit before and I've learnt that the fruit of the Spirit helps you to become a godly person by applying the fruit in your life.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557841/) - We are free from this world and its sinful pleasures to eternal life with Jesus Christ.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557838/) - The SC concept that Christianity is about a better hope instead of a better life is based in the truth that God desires us to follow His way and walk in right relationship with Him rather than pursuing our own desires and pleasure we hope will lead to a better life - which is impossible
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557837/) - The truth that curiosity will never uncover what grace cannot handle frees me to become a more curious person because being curious, though it may take me/us to a place where I/we am unequipped to move forward/further, I realize and come to grips with my own inadequacies, knowing only the Holy Spirit has brought us
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557836/) - The ability to truly love wisdom as God created it only can come from believing. As an unbeliever, you wouldn't fully understand stand and appreciate wisdom. As an unbeliever studies and gains knowledge, their heart can begin to shift and they would appreciate it at that point and become a believer.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557835/) - I would say Monotheism and naturalism
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557834/) - I would say the most opposite would be Monotheism (specifically Christianity) and Nihilism. Christianity gives a person an unshakeable identity as a child of God along with meaning and purpose from a personal Creator. Nihilism is the complete opposite.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557833/) - Nihilism and Existentialism seem quite alike Monotheism and nihilism seem quite opposite
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557832/) - Avatar: Pantheism House of David: Monotheism Benjamin Franklin: Deism Big Bang Theory (comedy show): Naturalism
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557830/) - Because it focuses on the future, things that have not happened yet as well as the coming judgment. It is important to study for 1. the first chapter of the book states "Blessed is the one who reads aloud the words of this prophecy, and blessed are those who hear, and who keep what is
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557829/) - I think understanding the book of Acts gives us insight into how the church began and how the gospel spread but also it is good to remember that we still serve the same God today as when the church began. Therefore we can follow the examples of the early church in many ways and expect
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557824/) - Because it gives us context into lives of the writers and how they wrote. Also allows us to understand the writings and teachings of Jesus in a deeper way.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557823/) - Saul had pride and insecurity he cared more about his own control and kingdom than God's plan and his kingdom. With Solomon we see how worldly desires and wrong relationships can lead someone away from God.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557822/) - Seeing God's faithfulness to his people even when we are not faithful and through the most difficult of trials.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557821/) - My understanding of the ‘damaged self’ of secular therapy is that the person is being labeled as innocent because of the wrong(s) done to the person to which psychotherapy’s goal is to fix. This is different from the ‘stubborn soul’ of SoulCare who is defined as one who is born into a flesh that is
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557820/) - Because it is the foundation of our faith. It points to Christ. It shows God's word is true and shows fulfilled prophecy throughout history.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557819/) - It would weaken our understanding of the New Testament because 1. It points to Christ and 2. Christ and the apostles all quoted from the OT numerous times.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557800/) - He teaches us dependency in the Lord and being open to ask God for what we need as long as the intentions are good and not praying to boast or for selfish gains.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557799/) - the communication circle will help with understanding how to read the Bible.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557798/) - Even though everything may sound complex to me, the major point that stands out to me is His sacrifice and love for me!
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557797/) - Leadership is complicated because there is differing leadership called for within different roles, people, and situations. What may work for one person doesn't for another. One may need more equipment with skills to do adequately at their job. Another may need to un derstand where the company or organization is headed. Lastly, one may find
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557796/) - I need to model for the students how to live out a Godly life through a biblical worldview. I need to be growing in my walk with Christ and modeling that to the students. I also need to disciple them and teach them how to live and learn through a biblical worldview.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557795/) - It’s a wonderful effect of the word of God: it transforms me from the inside out. It’s one thing to know who God is but another to represent Him to those around us. It gives a new identity and a immeasurable hope.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557794/) - I need to continue to teach the students truth from a biblical worldview and incorporate scripture into all my lessons so that the students know God's Word is the only truth and know how to stand up to the world's lies.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557793/) - It brought me to a better knowledge of my savior, the amazing reality that He left heaven to come to a corrupt world to save us , to pay our debt. It brings me to a deeper love for Him.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557792/) - I can prepare students by teaching them to make wise, biblical choices and giving them opportunities to practice applying their faith to real-life situations. I can also encourage resilience, personal responsibility, and reliance on God when facing difficult circumstances.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557791/) - I try to address needs (if I know them) of the audience I am teaching. Sometimes you just don't know them and it is amazing how the Holy Spirit can take your lesson and speak to the needs in the class. You can do your best to know your audience but I believe the Holy
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557790/) - Processing activities allow the students to show how their thoughts and knowledge are growing throughout the year.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557788/) - Yes, I believe it is part of my role to guide the students and be there for them for life and not just school.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557787/) - I can prepare students by teaching them how to understand and defend their faith using Scripture and by encouraging them to ask questions and thoughtfully examine opposing ideas. I can also model how to respond to challenges with truth, wisdom, and grace.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557786/) - I like to teach my students habits, so the expectations and consequences are clearly stated.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557785/) - An example would be a lesson where students study the parable of the Good Samaritan, discuss what it teaches about loving others, and work in groups to identify practical ways they can show Christ’s love at school and in their community. The lesson combines biblical truth, discussion, collaboration, and real-life application.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557784/) - Discipleship is essential to Christian education because it helps students not only learn about God but also grow in their faith and live out biblical truth in everyday life. It encourages them to develop a personal relationship with Christ and become faithful followers who can disciple others.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557783/) - I want to build more of a kinder connection with my students this year. I tend to be more about business and that tends to get in the way of getting to know them. I am going to make it a point to great my students at the door in the morning and look for
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557782/) - I had this teacher in the 10th grade who I will never forget. She is the only teacher I remember truly caring about her students. She would take the time to hear about your life outside of class and offer sage advice such as "boys have coodies." She gave me this advice when I went
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557781/) - Our school sends out weekly newsletters that keep parents informed on what is happening at our school and provides links to important resources. I invite teachers to their child's Google classroom so that they can see exactly what we are working on. I also make myself available to parents during set hours if they have
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557780/) - The biggest hazard to avoid is being in our own way. We are not God, however we have the tendency to think we are. Get out of his way and let him work.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557779/) - I struggled with Algebra 1, so when I went into Algebra 2, I was dreading it. But my Algebra 2 teacher was so amazing that I not only understood the subject, but went above and beyond in my comprehension.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557778/) - God's faithfulness endures forever, it is his nature. In that faithfulness he will not leave us high and dry.
- [](https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/reply/95557777/) - The Old Testament