Terms of Use

Last updated: February 5, 2026

Acceptance of Terms

By accessing and using the Theology in Focus website (theologyinfocus.org), you agree to be bound by these Terms of Use. If you do not agree to these terms, please do not use our website.

About Theology in Focus

Theology in Focus is a theological education ministry operated by Dr. Peter J. Carter. Our mission is to provide accessible, scholarly teaching on biblical studies, church history, and systematic theology.

Use of Content

Personal Use

You may access and use our website content (articles, videos, podcasts, and other materials) for personal, non-commercial, educational purposes. This includes:

  • Viewing and reading content on the website
  • Sharing links to our content on social media
  • Using content for personal Bible study and theological education

Restrictions

You may not:

  • Reproduce, distribute, or republish our content without written permission
  • Use our content for commercial purposes without authorization
  • Modify, alter, or create derivative works from our content
  • Remove any copyright or proprietary notices
  • Use automated tools to scrape or download content in bulk

Church and Ministry Use

Churches, Bible study groups, and educational institutions may use our content for non-commercial teaching purposes with proper attribution to "Theology in Focus by Dr. Peter J. Carter." For broader use, please contact us.

YouTube Content

Videos embedded on this site are hosted on YouTube and are subject to YouTube's Terms of Service. By watching embedded videos, you also agree to YouTube's terms.

Donations and Payments

Donations made through our website are processed by third-party payment providers (PayPal, Patreon). These transactions are subject to the respective provider's terms of service. Donations to Theology in Focus are voluntary gifts to support the ministry and are generally non-refundable.

Newsletter and Communications

By subscribing to our newsletter, you consent to receive periodic emails about ministry updates, new content, and related communications. You may unsubscribe at any time using the link provided in each email.

Intellectual Property

All content on this website, including text, images, graphics, logos, videos, and audio recordings, is the intellectual property of Theology in Focus and Dr. Peter J. Carter unless otherwise noted. The Theology in Focus name, logo, and tagline "Rooted. Reasoned. Relevant." are proprietary marks of the ministry.

Disclaimer

The theological content provided on this website is offered for educational and informational purposes. While Dr. Carter strives for accuracy and scholarly rigor, the views expressed represent the theological positions of the ministry and should not be considered a substitute for personal study and pastoral guidance.

This website and its content are provided "as is" without warranties of any kind, either express or implied.

External Links

Our website may contain links to third-party websites (YouTube, Spotify, Patreon, social media platforms, etc.). We are not responsible for the content, privacy practices, or terms of use of these external sites.

Limitation of Liability

Theology in Focus and Dr. Peter J. Carter shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, or consequential damages arising from your use of this website.

Changes to Terms

We reserve the right to update these Terms of Use at any time. Changes will be posted on this page with an updated revision date. Continued use of the website after changes constitutes acceptance of the updated terms.

Governing Law

These Terms of Use are governed by the laws of the State of Colorado, United States.

Contact Us

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