Theology Program Details

Most simply put, The Theology Program (TTP) is on a mission to reclaim the mind for Christ by equipping people, churches, and pastors, to understand and articulate the Christian faith.

The Theology Program is a program of Christian theology (study of God) and apologetics (defending the faith) created with all believers in mind. TTP seeks to give people who may never have the time, ability, or circumstances that allow them to attend full-time seminary the same opportunity to study the great and rich Christian heritage of truth. Here, you will learn theology historically, biblically, and irenically (in a peaceful manner). The contents of TTP are created from a broadly evangelical perspective, engaging other traditions in a persuasive yet gracious manner. In short, we seek to help people think theologically by understanding what they believe and why they believe it.

We believe that all people are created in the image of God and therefore able and desirous to engage in a deep level of theological training that has traditionally only been offered at seminaries. TTP courses are designed with you in mind, walking you step by step through this comprehensive program.

If you have ever asked these questions, then this is the program for you:

» How do we know what books belong in the Bible?
» Do all religions lead to God?
» So many churches—what is the big difference?
» Why does everyone seem to interpret the Bible differently?
» The doctrine of the Trinity—can someone please explain this?
» Why should I study theology?
» So many versions of the Bible… Which one do I use?
» What about those who have never heard about Christ, can they still make it to
heaven?
» Why does God allow bad things to happen?
» What is the difference between Protestants and Roman Catholics?
» Can we be sure that Christ rose from the grave?

Michael Patton is the director and primary teacher of this excellent 6 course program. The program materials Michael has created are of the highest quality being endorsed by the likes of Chuck Swindoll and J.P. Moreland. We invite you to join the thousands of churches individuals who have already been equipped through The Theology Program.

 

“The Theology Program offers so much more to lay folks than they could get in any other forum. TTP challenges their thinking, rather than confirming their prejudices. And it does it in a way that is fair to all parties and faithful to the text of Holy Writ. If this kind of program could be multiplied in churches throughout America and the world, there would be hope for the evangelical church. Solid biblical and theological thinking are desperately needed in our circles today; without it, the evangelical church doesn’t have 50 years of life left. May our gracious and sovereign Lord raise up more folks who will become serious thinkers, people who will engage society and life from a thoroughly converted perspective.”

- Dr. Daniel B. Wallace
Professor of New Testament Studies, Dallas Theological Seminary
Senior New Testament Editor, The NET Bible

“If it is your desire to understand what you believe and why you believe it, then The Theology Program is for you. Here you will learn the basic principles of how to think biblically. Rhome and Michael take theology from the top shelf and place it where it belongs-where everyone can reach it.”

- Charles R. Swindoll
Senior Pastor, Stonebriar Community Church
Author, Speaker, Radio Host

“I cannot overstate how thrilled I am with the training material in The Theology Program. For 25 years I have been laboring to call the church to love God with its mind, and wherever I go I am constantly asked for examples of local church curriculum that responds to this call with excellence. Well, look no further. The Theology Program is the best thing I have seen to date and recommend it with great excitement.”

- Dr. JP Moreland
Distinguished Professor of Philosophy, Talbot School of Theology,
Biola University

“Although I differ with The Theology Program on some issues, on the whole I think it is an excellent program and I commend it to students of theology. These are very difficult issues, and you’ve treated them thoroughly, fairly, and with considerable balance. You’ve mapped a careful path through this minefield! The teaching method is superb: wonderfully varied and practical as well as richly biblical. What you have here is the best thing I’ve ever seen for laymen in this area. I hope it gets wide distribution.”

- Dr. John Frame
J.D. Trimble Chair of Systematic Theology and Philosophy,
Reformed Theological Seminary

“Every church ought to make use of The Theology Program or something like it. I commend it as a model of lay theological education and wish it good success in helping Christians to love God with all their minds.”

- Roger E. Olson
Professor of Theology
George W. Truett Theological Seminary,
Baylor University