Artos Academy | Roosevelt Dunbar | Activity https://learn.artosacademy.org/members/carla51443/activity/ Activity feed for Roosevelt Dunbar. Sat, 17 Oct 2026 03:19:35 -0400 https://buddypress.org/?v=2.21.0 en-US 30 hourly 2 cc2845fda9d31c43218047bcf928172a Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558921 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:42:01 -0400 Reply to 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?

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…

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]]> 25cf2111f1179b8d0147d0813f08e74d Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558920 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:27:23 -0400 Reply to 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?

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…

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]]> cf339472f1f9044d2aad74e7100027ec Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558919 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 22:18:58 -0400 Reply to 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?

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.

]]> 9e39e57125d8cf33307d697f5caaa74d Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What is the “form of godliness” (NASB) in 3:5, according to Dr. Stott? How does this manifest itself today? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558908 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:36:44 -0400 Reply to What is the “form of godliness” (NASB) in 3:5, according to Dr. Stott? How does this manifest itself today?

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 of Jesus…

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]]> b51e862ac72f022936c3c22439eeb8f8 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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) in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558907 Wed, 07 Oct 2026 09:24:59 -0400 Reply to 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)

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…

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]]> 729e47e3e3f765b6482f99d21e88052d Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558888 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:26:23 -0400 Reply to 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?

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

]]> 3a7bedfdbf405c2ee964cd3d56e6cdc2 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558887 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:12:50 -0400 Reply to 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.

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.

]]> 49e6fb226840ae7e87a3d375bc072322 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Briefly summarize the three metaphors that Paul used, and show how they apply to the Christian life. What is the common thread? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558886 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 21:03:52 -0400 Reply to Briefly summarize the three metaphors that Paul used, and show how they apply to the Christian life. What is the common thread?

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 physical labor…

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]]> 9070f531cb514a0fa0efa2228e3435e6 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558885 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 20:52:39 -0400 Reply to 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.

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

]]> 6a61f5fd11189a3181e971704441f5d6 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion In your own words, briefly describe how Christ abolished death and what that means for the believer. in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-briefly-describe-how-christ-abolished-death-and-what-that-means-for-the-believer/#post-95558871 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:50:06 -0400 Reply to In your own words, briefly describe how Christ abolished death and what that means for the believer.

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

]]> e075164e68261de3bb4125d5d4174c60 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Briefly summarize Stott’s definition of God’s gospel. Identify one key way this definition differs from contemporary expressions of the gospel. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558870 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:41:59 -0400 Reply to Briefly summarize Stott’s definition of God’s gospel. Identify one key way this definition differs from contemporary expressions of the gospel.

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.

]]> 9c54fbab6b8a662a9095415d5011b97c Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What did Paul mean when he exhorted Timothy to “exercise” his gift? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-paul-mean-when-he-exhorted-timothy-to-exercise-his-gift/#post-95558869 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:08:50 -0400 Reply to What did Paul mean when he exhorted Timothy to “exercise” his gift?

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.

]]> 7eda1233019827d619f4722d011afcfe Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion In your own words, summarize the underlying message of the letter to Titus. in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/in-your-own-words-summarize-the-underlying-message-of-the-letter-to-titus/#post-95558868 Tue, 06 Oct 2026 09:02:30 -0400 Reply to In your own words, summarize the underlying message of the letter to Titus.

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

]]> 93bc74949e9f1b7032aba55eafc839a9 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Why, according to Dr. Stott, must salvation remain the central doctrine of Christian teaching? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/why-according-to-dr-stott-must-salvation-remain-the-central-doctrine-of-christian-teaching/#post-95558857 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:23:10 -0400 Reply to Why, according to Dr. Stott, must salvation remain the central doctrine of Christian teaching?

According to Dr. Scott, salvation centered on forgiveness of sins and the atoning work of Jesus Christ,

]]> 407fd0bdd23e2efb941e71e5b70b4696 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558856 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 22:20:44 -0400 Reply to 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?

Dr. Scott describes the means of salvation as an entirely divine, Trinitarian operation that excludes human merit and is received purely by grace.

]]> 13d6d122e3950950e49450b588a183dc Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Summarize Dr. Stott’s arguments for the translation “our great God and Savior Jesus Christ” in 2:13. How is this significant? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558853 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:58:46 -0400 Reply to Summarize Dr. Stott’s arguments for the translation “our great God and Savior Jesus Christ” in 2:13. How is this significant?

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

]]> 49ae50e74f16a67972ef14f8c05c75d5 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558850 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 21:46:45 -0400 Reply to 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?

The only group of people Paul mentions that Titus is not directly told to teach is the young woman

The necessity of intergenerational mentorship

]]> 9a81269df6e38216b773088703698dd2 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558830 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:58:02 -0400 Reply to 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.

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

]]> 5b93c393094bb2e9bd51c9ebf675d870 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558828 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:50:46 -0400 Reply to 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.

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…

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]]> 0a33ced2aaa2e66bbca2b8be959b8d90 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558825 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 14:01:21 -0400 Reply to 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?

1. The test of origin-2. The test of consistency. 3. The test of the character of teaching

by living a godly life

]]> 2c567c1243110efe6abd5a9b76f13133 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558824 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 13:44:54 -0400 Reply to 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?

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 has changed my life, but I…

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]]> 1a50977c4f7ef25bfec5e5e49d90ba16 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What are the consequences of covetousness – even for those who have little? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-the-consequences-of-covetousness-even-for-those-who-have-little/#post-95558822 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 09:02:25 -0400 Reply to What are the consequences of covetousness – even for those who have little?

The consequences of covetousness lead to moral decay, spiritual separation from God, and often physical or communal ruin.

]]> 78c1cc88b4b6750df0a66a24525b2832 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Explain the difference between materialism and asceticism. What is the Biblical balance we are to maintain? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/explain-the-difference-between-materialism-and-asceticism-what-is-the-biblical-balance-we-are-to-maintain/#post-95558821 Mon, 05 Oct 2026 08:57:00 -0400 Reply to Explain the difference between materialism and asceticism. What is the Biblical balance we are to maintain?

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…

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]]> 6a5cee23ef1336f308a0a2416296ee76 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558812 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:36:13 -0400 Reply to 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?

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

]]> bdf189631144484b5e2453cd85bc22ac Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion How should a minister react when he hears an accusation against an elder? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-should-a-minister-react-when-he-hears-an-accusation-against-an-elder/#post-95558811 Sun, 04 Oct 2026 11:28:56 -0400 Reply to How should a minister react when he hears an accusation against an elder?

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.

]]> 8f45d82b9a5c6af8792dd387211e3d0a Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558783 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:42:54 -0400 Reply to 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?

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

]]> 0c6836740c530af78cdecfafa09537b8 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion According to Dr. Stott, what is the basis for a minister’s authority? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/according-to-dr-stott-what-is-the-basis-for-a-ministers-authority/#post-95558782 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:35:52 -0400 Reply to According to Dr. Stott, what is the basis for a minister’s authority?

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.

]]> 6e5f62dbaf5f8adc09b41d2bdd57f4d9 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558781 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 14:03:04 -0400 Reply to 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?

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…

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]]> e258f9be03e76e17b2e57809b4e7a9dc Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558780 Fri, 02 Oct 2026 09:43:49 -0400 Reply to 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?

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…

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]]> 7865b0bc31ec23f4f576a47031c39ce4 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What is the dominant quality expected of pastors and deacons in I Timothy 3? What aspect is often lacking in today’s leaders? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558774 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:52:48 -0400 Reply to What is the dominant quality expected of pastors and deacons in I Timothy 3? What aspect is often lacking in today’s leaders?

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 possessing a…

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]]> 0e24e3c13f32147d5639480035c3a28e Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558773 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 23:32:07 -0400 Reply to 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.

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, support, and display God’s truth to the…

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]]> d683940799df0b3d5b77d68dfa186315 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558747 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 10:01:43 -0400 Reply to 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?

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 through…

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]]> 39bb4313ca916d788d60963f232e9871 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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. in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558746 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 09:29:16 -0400 Reply to 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.

“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 we aren’t. Because He loves… Read more

]]> 5d0c7591de4199bcf39ecd95f363147c Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion From what three things did the Ephesians turn, which consequently led them into heresy? How do these things prevent heresy? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558745 Thu, 01 Oct 2026 08:49:45 -0400 Reply to From what three things did the Ephesians turn, which consequently led them into heresy? How do these things prevent heresy?

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

]]> c3ec5919c4fe8a03054d7e82d399601a Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion 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? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558729 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 22:30:46 -0400 Reply to 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?

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

]]> 38f92751855402cd978f8ce91919a72b Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Regarding purpose, what do the Pastoral Epistles have in common? What does this tell you about the difficulties facing the early church? in the forum Discussion Forum 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/#post-95558726 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:14:09 -0400 Reply to Regarding purpose, what do the Pastoral Epistles have in common? What does this tell you about the difficulties facing the early church?

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

]]> 6b6b60b3139115715d80b386881c6c2c Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Identify the objections to Pauline authorship of the Pastoral Epistles, and briefly answer these objections. in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/identify-the-objections-to-pauline-authorship-of-the-pastoral-epistles-and-briefly-answer-these-objections/#post-95558725 Wed, 30 Sep 2026 21:05:34 -0400 Reply to Identify the objections to Pauline authorship of the Pastoral Epistles, and briefly answer these objections.

The objections center on four main categories: linguistic, historical, ecclesiastical, and theological/doctrinal

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]]> 18bd76dab280053ad0779444365511f9 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What is the major theme proclaimed by each of the prophets discussed in this lesson? What lessons can we learn from each? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-is-the-major-theme-proclaimed-by-each-of-the-prophets-discussed-in-this-lesson-what-lessons-can-we-learn-from-each/page/4/#post-95558441 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 10:00:37 -0400 Reply to What is the major theme proclaimed by each of the prophets discussed in this lesson? What lessons can we learn from each?

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]]> 1594d7c604989c49326b4a311821d244 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What do you think it was like to be one of God’s prophets in the time that Amos, Hosea, and Micah lived? Do you think you would have been up to the challenge? Explain. in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-do-you-think-it-was-like-to-be-one-of-gods-prophets-in-the-time-that-amos-hosea-and-micah-lived-do-you-think-you-would-have-been-up-to-the-challenge-explain/page/5/#post-95558440 Fri, 11 Sep 2026 09:47:59 -0400 Reply to What do you think it was like to be one of God’s prophets in the time that Amos, Hosea, and Micah lived? Do you think you would have been up to the challenge? Explain.

Facing the Challenge

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]]> 2c797c4605b1c861bfdad459b1226f08 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What are one or two life-lessons you can learn from the Book of Daniel? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-are-one-or-two-life-lessons-you-can-learn-from-the-book-of-daniel/page/5/#post-95558276 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:08:01 -0400 Reply to What are one or two life-lessons you can learn from the Book of Daniel?

The Book of Daniel teaches us to maintain personal integrity and trust in God even under pressure.

]]> 6433a53d8ef86c6c0e4a65d07ac6ebc2 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion How does the apocalyptic section of the Book of Daniel (chapters 7-12) illustrate the sovereignty of God? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-does-the-apocalyptic-section-of-the-book-of-daniel-chapters-7-12-illustrate-the-sovereignty-of-god/page/5/#post-95558275 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 17:03:19 -0400 Reply to How does the apocalyptic section of the Book of Daniel (chapters 7-12) illustrate the sovereignty of God?

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.

]]> 4b375a63c8f1c2faf3372fb872d5a169 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What did you know about hermeneutics and exegesis prior to this lesson? What do you know about them now? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-did-you-know-about-hermeneutics-and-exegesis-prior-to-this-lesson-what-do-you-know-about-them-now/page/3/#post-95558269 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:21:18 -0400 Reply to What did you know about hermeneutics and exegesis prior to this lesson? What do you know about them now?

The four core rules or senses of traditional biblical hermeneutics—historically known as the <strong data-sfc-cp=”” jsaction=”” jscontroller=”tP2kf#s32ZS” data-sfc-root=”ep” jsuid=”fPq9md_h”>fourfold sense of Scripture—are the literal, allegorical, moral, and anagogical interpretations

]]> bbecc6081220e68a15288d46444cebbb Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Careful study of the Old Testament requires a significant amount of time and effort. Is it worth it? Explain your answer. in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/careful-study-of-the-old-testament-requires-a-significant-amount-of-time-and-effort-is-it-worth-it-explain-your-answer/page/5/#post-95558268 Thu, 10 Sep 2026 09:12:08 -0400 Reply to Careful study of the Old Testament requires a significant amount of time and effort. Is it worth it? Explain your answer.

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

]]> aff508863f838993ffcb278cdbab0534 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion How could an understanding of the ten basic psalm types benefit a person’s devotional life? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-could-an-understanding-of-the-ten-basic-psalm-types-benefit-a-persons-devotional-life/page/3/#post-95558261 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:48:59 -0400 Reply to How could an understanding of the ten basic psalm types benefit a person’s devotional life?

Benefits for Your Devotional Life

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]]> 0b78498d373d510bb06ceb2fa19a78bc Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Based on the ten psalm types, compose a brief psalm (be sure to identify the type). in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/based-on-the-ten-psalm-types-compose-a-brief-psalm-be-sure-to-identify-the-type/page/4/#post-95558260 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 09:44:08 -0400 Reply to Based on the ten psalm types, compose a brief psalm (be sure to identify the type).

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 tears are my food day and night. Yet I remember your steadfast love of old,…

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]]> 600ae30f102921ad0a87ebf3de23ca9e Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion Choose one of the proverbs and explain how it can be applied today. in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/choose-one-of-the-proverbs-and-explain-how-it-can-be-applied-today/page/5/#post-95558259 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:30:17 -0400 Reply to Choose one of the proverbs and explain how it can be applied today.

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]]> d5a0c3992597cd799253d59b2f5f89df Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion How might the book of Proverbs be useful in training young people? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/how-might-the-book-of-proverbs-be-useful-in-training-young-people/page/3/#post-95558258 Wed, 09 Sep 2026 00:22:47 -0400 Reply to How might the book of Proverbs be useful in training young people?

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.

]]> 087e2b990dc6e3ede11f591bee0a2cf3 Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What goals should a church set in its leadership training program? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-goals-should-a-church-set-in-its-leadership-training-program/#post-95528010 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:19:08 -0500 Reply to What goals should a church set in its leadership training program?

goals align with organizational vision and strategy.Good goals balance long-term strategy with short-term execution. Great team goals are framed as team goals, not individual goals. Measuring Progress Against Goals

]]> 945e7f60ec15a2e3c315d5f8f56e731e Roosevelt Dunbar replied to the discussion What does it mean to say “specify persons, tasks and time”? in the forum Discussion Forum https://learn.artosacademy.org/forums/question/what-does-it-mean-to-say-specify-persons-tasks-and-time/#post-95528009 Tue, 24 Dec 2024 01:14:36 -0500 Reply to What does it mean to say “specify persons, tasks and time”?

In recruitment, we want to ask specific people for specific ministries for a specific period of time as over against a general platform invitation.

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