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What is TTP All About

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• Answer these basic questions:“What is The Theology Program”

“What will be taught”

“Who should participate”

“What commitment is required”

“How much does it cost”

“How can it change my life”


bible.org What is The Theology Program?

Do you know what you believe and why you believe it?

The Theology Program (TTP) 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.


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What will be taught?• How do we know what books belong in the Bible?

• Do all religions lead to God?

• Why does everyone seem to interpret the Bible differently?

• The doctrine of the Trinity—can someone please explain this to me?

• How can God become man?

• Is the DaVinci code fiction or reality?

• Why did God require His Son to die on a cross?

• What changed when Adam sinned?

• 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?


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• 6 Courses total in The Theology Program• 10 Classes per course = 60 classes total• 2 Hours per class

– 1 hr. 20 minutes DVD lecture– 45 minutes group question & answer session

We will start here…(This is all you are committing to in this Introduction course)

(see brochure)


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Chuck SwindollPastor, Author,

Chancellor Dallas Seminary

Who is The Theology Program for?

““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. Michael and Rhome take theology

from the top shelf and place it where it

belongs—where everyone can reach it.


bible.org Every Christian should be

biblically and theologically educated

“Jesus said to him, Love the Lord your God

with all your heart, with all your soul, and

with all your mind. This is the first and

greatest commandment.”

Matt. 22:37-38 (NET)

“But set Christ apart as Lord in your hearts

and always be ready to give an answer to

anyone who asks about the hope you

possess.”

I Pet 3:18 (NET)


bible.org What commitment is required?

• Introduction to Theology Course– Monday nights, 7-9 pm– 10 weeks– Approx. 3 hours/week self study (min)

• More if you want to go deeper• “You get out what you put in”

• 2 case studies (apply what you learn)• Memorize 8 passages

– Vocabulary quizzes


bible.org How much does it cost?

• Each course costs $75/person– Includes all course materials

• Student Notebook & required textbooks

– Includes certificate at end of course (for those completing the minimum requirements)

• Your time and faithfulness• Sacrificing other things of lesser importance• Your prejudices• Better question: “What did it cost Him?”


bible.org How can it change my life?

• Know God better – Head and heart• By changing the lives of others through you,

YOU are changed in the process• Knowledge produces confidence – So what?

– I will be equipped to share my faith with others– I will not wither in times of trouble and doubt– I will be better able to trust God

• Knowledge is the foundation of our faith


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Head Bible Knowledge---------

HeartSpiritual Formation-----------------Your “Walk”

Hands

Service--------

Outreach

Balance in the Life of Every Christian

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