Attn: Protestant & Reformed Christians Who Want To Grow in Godly Wisdom Through Studying Theology
Go From Spiritually Stagnant to Theologically Sharp in 30 Days With My 3-Step Literature Study System
- Designed for busy, everyday Christians who want to grow in Godly wisdom with limited time
- An affordable, comprehensive & self-paced study system with seminary-level depth (over 60+ lessons)
- Feel encouraged & equipped to engage the lies of our day with the truths of God
What Students Are Saying...
Why Some Christians Become Theological Leaders, While Others Struggle to Finish a Single Book
Some Christians stand firm in God – no matter what.
They are both saturated in His truths…
God’s sovereignty. His attributes. The doctrine of the Church. Redemptive history. The inerrancy of Scripture. And much more.
…and actively fight the lies of the enemy:
Prosperity theology. Progressive “Christianity”. New Age Spirituality. False doctrine. Woke ideology. Weakness in the Church. And many more lies.
But they go beyond mere ‘information gluttony’.
Reading actually changes them.
They become the leaders—in all areas of their lives—that God calls them to be:
Maybe you’ve tried reading & studying theology on your own, but the habit never sticks.
Or perhaps you want to start reading more, but you never have the time & energy.
Either way—there are too many roadblocks:
- You're too tired to read after work. You fall asleep within minutes.
- You're too busy. Family/kids, work and church eat up your time.
- Reading the Bible is hard enough. More books sounds even harder.
- There's no structure to your study. You don't really know what to read.
- Some books are confusing. The language is too dated/academic.
- Buying books is costly. You don't know if you're wasting your money.
You feel deflated. Months go by and no books are being read… Guilt settles in.
Meanwhile your friends are getting pulled into heretical churches, your kids are being spoon-fed woke ideology in school, and social media is discipling your family – not you.
Soon you find yourself saying:
"I'll never become the wise person God calls me to be. Reading and studying always get pushed aside."
The truth is that there is a way—a path that helps you carve out time, build good study habits and ultimately grow in God.
Because you must realize there’s more to studying theology than picking up a book and hoping for the best.
We need to become the theologians that God calls us to be.
Becoming a Theologian is Not What You Think
You might think that theologians sit in ivory towers, immortalized by the sands of time, surrounded by an infinity of rare books.
Or that you need to go to seminary to become one.
But as R.C. Sproul said, everyone’s a theologian.
You just haven’t been taught how to be one.
It’s more than just picking up a book—it’s reading with purpose.
Reading in light of Scripture. Studying wide and deep. Reading for wisdom, not to be puffed up.
To understand God and to understand ourselves. And to take that knowledge and live it out.
Skip The Degree, Read The Books, Keep The Structure
As C.H. Spurgeon says:
“Give yourself to reading… study as much as possible sound theological works.”
But what does this actually look like?
You need a good reading system.
And you don’t need to go to seminary to get it. You can skip the degree, and read the books AND still have the structure—to keep you accountable.
No intense exams/assignments. Save $10,000s. And do it all in your own time.
Discover the accessible, simpler, and homegrown option right on your doorstep…
THEOLOGY GUILD PRESENTS…
The world’s first study program that teaches you to be the theological leader you need to be—through 100% self-paced study of theological literature.
- Go from inconsistent reader to engaged student of literature
- Designed for busy Christians who want to read more with limited time
- A fraction of the cost of a traditional seminary (save $10,000s)
- See improvements in your reading life from Day #1
- Completely self-paced (complete modules in your own time)
- Rooted in the Reformed theological tradition
I Was Just Like You... Now I Study Theology Every Day (Even With 2 Kids Under 3)
I’m Aden Russell – a Christian of 15 years, family man, and reading coach.
I became a reader years ago, but never felt like I was growing in Godly wisdom.
I read sporadically. I read the wrong books. I neglected reading the Bible as much as I should have.
Things needed to change – I needed structure and accountability. But seminary wasn’t an option for me – I ran a business full time.
So I decided to use my decade of experience in online education to help me build a reading habits system for myself.
I used it. Refined it. Perfected it. And with this system, I’ve been able to:
- Read 30+ books/5,000+ pages last 12 months
- Become a better leader in the home, church and world
- Feel closer to God in all aspects of my life
What You'll Learn in Homegrown Theologian
Here’s a taster of the benefits of enrolling:
Build a Scriptural & Historical Foundation
Dive into the Word of God and Church History to understand the important discipline of study in the Christian life.
Carve Out Daily Time For Your Study Habits
Stop reading haphazardly and draining your energy. Read more often with focussed reading habits that adapt to your life.
Select Proven, Quality Books That Will Enrich Your Walk
Don’t waste your time on books that don’t edify you and serve your goals. Uncover my rock-solid method for curating quality books only.
Learn To Track Your Progress & Set Robust Reading Goals
Make concrete progress in your study life by measuring and achieving weekly outcomes. 10x your reading output.
Discover Our Simple Yet Effective Annotation System
Maximize your information retention with each book by actively engaging with the literature. Learn to mark up and annotate with clarity.
Create A Clear Yet Flexible Study Roadmap
Read the right books, in the right order, and nothing more. Create a one-stop ‘dashboard’ with an organized list of books to read.
Unlock The Different Types of Literature You Must Read
From the Bible to Bunyan to Beowulf – learn to read each literary genre with purpose & in a way that glorifies God.
Build A Well-Stocked, Optimized Library
Systematize your book curation, purchase and organization flow with a step-by-step module. Learn to cull your library with precision.
Confidently Share Insights From The Books You Read
Go beyond head knowledge and grow in Godly wisdom by sharing insights with others. Engage the lies of the world with the truth of God.
What's Included In the Program:
Part 1: Foundations
A step-by-step system to develop a rock-solid reading habit in your life.
You’ll get access to the entire 60+ lesson, full HD core curriculum that will help you develop reading habits in your everyday life. It’s designed to be taken either in 30 days or at your own pace.
Eliminate reading distractions. Boost your reading energy. Balance reading the Bible & other books. Actually finish the books you start. Increase your reading time week-on-week. Read the right books that grow you.
Part 2: Study Roadmap
Achieve complete study clarity. Know which books you’re reading, when and why.
In this part of the program, you’ll be guided through how to make a 12-week study roadmap that organizes & systematizes your reading.
Plan out Bible reading, other book reading, curate future books, plan topics to cover, and much more. Get that structured feeling of a seminary degree, with full flexibility and customization.
Part 3: Topical Study Modules
Seminary-style curricula to give your reading deliberate structure.
Dive deep into eschatology, the Puritans, or the Old Testament with our growing library of reading courses.
Each course has a deliberately structured, literature-based curriculum, where you read the book, take notes, answer questions, and review your learning:
- Calvinism 101
- Christian Classics 101
- Eschatology 101
- Christian Masculinity 101
- Confessions 101
- Reformed Baptist Theology 101
- Presbyterian Theology 101
- Puritans 101
- Systematic Theology 101
- + Future Additions
Monthly Book Club Selections with Live Discussion Calls
A community of like-minded people to grow in wisdom with.
Reading with other Christians is the glue that keeps your habits intact.
That’s why each month we select a book to read together and discuss once per week.
Weekly Checkin Posts for Community Accountability
The rich accountability you need to hit your reading & study goals.
Stay on top of your reading goals with weekly accountability posts, a community that spurs you on to finish books, and rich theological discussions to sharpen you in Christ.
Reading books becomes nearly effortless in a community like this.
Homegrown Theologian Guidebook
A one-stop, 150-page printable PDF guide that will aid you as you take the core course.
Take notes, revise key concepts, and strengthen your learning. The perfect companion to your course experience.
& Get These 4 Free Bonuses if You Enroll Today Only:
Templates, Plans & Reading Lists ($97 Value)
As a student, you’ll get access to our library of reading tools:
- 12-Week Reading Plan Template (effortlessly structure your reading)
- Daily Reading Habit Tracker (never miss a day reading)
- Ultimate Reformed Book List (select your next read from over 400+ curated books)
Bonus 2
Reading Difficulty Accelerator ($47 Value)
Struggle to read older books? Can’t get past the old English? Spurgeon’s sentences have your head spinning?
The Reading Difficulty Accelerator is a short, 5-lesson mini-course that will help you gradually increase your reading stamina. Go from easy to hard in a matter of weeks.
Bonus 3
Book Budgeting Bootcamp ($47 Value)
God calls us to be wise stewards, and that includes with our books.
The Book Budgeting Bootcamp will help you plan, prioritize, and save on new books you’re looking to purchase – regardless of your income.
Bonus 4
Energy & Focus Masterclass ($67 Value)
Discover the hidden issues destroying your reading focus. Optimize your health for better reading outcomes (with 3 simple changes). Increase reading capacity for longer stretches of reading.
Full Course Curriculum Breakdown
The complete course is designed to be completed in 30 days, but can be taken at your own pace:
Module 1: The Necessity of Study in the Christian Life
- Deep dive into what Scripture says about reading
- Understand the impact that reading will have on your family, church, and the world
- Develop the right reading mindset (so everything becomes easier)
Lessons:
- We Need More Studying Christians
- Study is Scriptural
- Study is Historical
- Christian Readers vs. Worldly Readers
- Scripture vs. Other Books
- 25 Rules For Christian Readers
Module 2: How To Carve & Build Lifelong Study Habits & Goals
- Find time to read every day (even if you’re busy with family and work)
- Learn how a 5 minutes/day habit can change everything
- Develop a sustainable pace that doesn’t intrude on the important things
Lessons:
- What is A Daily Study Habit?
- Starting Your Daily Study Habit
- Core Time vs. Extra Time
- Tracking Your Habit Progress
- The Power of Reading Goals
- Missing Days & The Lord’s Day Catchup
- Growing Your Habit Part 1: More Time & Sessions
- Growing Your Habit Part 2: Multiple Books
Module 3: Types Of Literature You Should Study
- Learn the #1 method to balance reading the Bible & other books
- Discover the literary genres you should (& shouldn't) prioritize
- Wisely engage with books from secular/non-Christian worldviews
Lessons:
- Studying Quality Books
- Old vs. New Books
- Popular vs. Academic Books
- Studying Holy Scripture Part 1 – Basics & Translations
- Studying Holy Scripture Part 2 – Study Tools
- Studying Theology Books (Exegesis, Biblical & Systematic)
- Studying Christian Living, Practical Theology & Apologetics
- Studying Church History & Historical Theology
- Studying Outside Christendom: A Word
- Studying General History
- Studying The Western Canon & Classics
- Studying “Common Grace Wisdom” Books
- Studying Other Worldviews
- Studying Modern Fiction Novels
Module 4: Discovering, Curating & Organizing Your Library
- Curate the perfect library as your reading habit grows
- Avoid the "hoarder" and "obsessive" pitfalls many Christian readers fall into
- Dive into practical library storage tips (selecting bookshelves, sorting methods)
Lessons:
- The Importance of Your Library
- Formats: Physical vs. Digital vs. Audiobooks
- Finding Books To Read & Study
- Curating Books Into A Reading List
- Purchasing Books For Your Library
- Storing Books
- Organizing Books
- Adding & Subtracting Books
Module 5: Essential Reading Techniques & Methods
- Discipline yourself to actually finish books regularly
- Learn when to continue, pause or abandon a book
- Implement practical techniques to enhance your reading experience
Lessons:
- The Importance of ‘Mere Reading’
- Being A Diligent, Active Reader
- Reading vs. Studying vs. Inspecting
- Study Tools
- Using Endnotes/Footnotes
- Finishing, Pausing & Abandoning Books
- Re-reading Books
- Dealing With Slumps
- Reading to Learn & Enjoy
Module 6: Transforming Knowledge Into Wisdom
- Become a practical reader by actively applying book lessons to your faith
- Learn how to teach others what you’ve learned (for better retention)
- Discover the tools & system that help you maximize knowledge extraction from books
Lessons:
- Knowledge, Wisdom & The Purpose of Study
- How To Annotate Books
- Taking Separate Notes
- The Finishing Re-inspection
- Summarizing & Reviewing
- Teaching & Engaging Others
- Living It Out
- Comparing Books, Further Reading & Study
Part 2: Creating Your Study Roadmap Plan
- Achieve clarity with your reading goals—without the stress
- Create a logical reading map that balances results & enjoyment
- Learn how to adapt to changes in your reading plan
Lessons:
- Why Plan Your Study
- Setting Study Goals
- How to Use the Topical Study Modules (and Balance Other Reading)
- Using the 12-Week Study Plan Template
Part 3: How To Take The Topical Study Modules
- Start studying books the structured way with handpicked study modules
- Leave out all the fluff and focus only on the books that matter
- Learn to synergize your wisdom by combining insights from multiple books
Lessons:
- How To Take The Topical Study Modules
- Create Your Own Study Module
- Study Modules (Calvinism 101, Christian Classics 101, Eschatology 101, Puritans 101, Confessions 101, Masculinity 101, Reformed Baptist 101, Presbyterianism 101, Systematic Theology 101).
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We don’t promise that Homegrown Theologian will save your life – only God can do that, by grace alone 😉
But we do believe that Homegrown Theologian will change your study & reading life forever.
That’s why you can join the program for 30 days and see if it works for you.
If not, no problem. Just email me personally at [email protected] and I’ll refund you 100% of your subscription costs. No questions asked.
You can even keep the downloadable guidebook and other tools. No downside, no risk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which books/resources do I need to take the program?
There are no explicit book requirements, except the books you choose to read.
We recommend purchasing 5-10 books you want to read, in the case that you don’t have an existing book library.
How to do this well will be covered in the program.
How do I get access to the course?
Upon your enrolment, you will get sent an invite to your email from our course + community platform (Circle). Everything is in one place for the whole program.
As you purchased lifetime access, you will remain in the program forever.
If you use our money-back guarantee, you will lose access. However, you can keep PDFs and downloadable content even after cancelling.
Is this online-only, or is there an in-person aspect?
This program is 100% online, including all course material.
However, we do encourage students to meet up locally for edification.
We may add an in-person component in future.
Is this a subscription or one-time payment?
Both a one-time payment and a monthly payment plan (not a subscription) are available.
How much time will this program require each week?
Homegrown Theologian is designed for busy Christians who don’t have time to dedicate to a full-blown seminary course with live lectures, assignments and exams. Naturally, this means the time commitment is on the lower side.
The majority of your time will be spent between:
- Going through the core curriculum (20 mins/day)
- Reading books (15-30 mins/day)
- Attending optional live calls (60 mins/week)
In short, less than 60 minutes a day – including your reading time.
Is there a refund policy if I don't like the course?
Absolutely. If you don’t feel like the course is helping you become the Homegrown Theologian you want to be, we’ll refund you 100% of your enrollment costs within 30 days. No questions asked.
Simply email [email protected] and we’ll sort it for you.
Will this course help me with basic reading comprehension?
Homegrown Theologian assumes you have the basic reading comprehension skills to be able to read in general.
In this program, what we primarily help with is the structure, accountability and habits needed to read consistently.
However, our Reading Difficulty Accelerator (currently included as a bonus) will help you build you reading stamina so you can tackle older and/or more academic books.
Is this program for both men and women?
Yes. Although God has called men to be leaders in the home, Church and state, we welcome women to join. Whether it’s to train up your children, encourage the men in your life, or simply to grow in godliness yourself.
What if I'm a new Christian?
Praise God! This program is perfect for the new Christian who wants to develop solid Bible & book reading habits early on in their sanctification journey.
What if I'm not Reformed or a Protestant?
While this program does approach theological concepts from a generally Reformed perspective, we welcome all of our historic Protestant brethren into this program (Lutherans, Methodists, Anglicans, General Baptists etc.)
If you are outside of ‘historic Protestantism’ (i.e. Roman Catholic, Eastern Orthodox, etc.), in order to create unity, we have a zero-tolerance policy for Gospel-denying doctrine to be shared in the program community. Please only join if you plan to be sympathetic to historic Protestant beliefs and agree not to promote contrary doctrine.
I'm a pastor or elder. Will this help me?
Absolutely. Not only will this program equip you with the skills needed to “read to lead” your congregation, but it will give you a framework to encourage your church members to read more & grow in God also.
I'm just an ordinary Christian who wants to read more. Will this help me?
Absolutely. This program is actually primarily aimed at ordinary Christians who want to deepen their knowledge and build good reading habits, without having to get an expensive degree they’ll never use.
What is your theological training?
I am not the theological expert. But the authors of the books we will study are. My experience and expertise is in providing the structure and accountability needed to do the study yourself.
However if you want more information on my qualifications, I have 10 years of experience in education. Also, having an undergraduate degree already, I am currently pursuing an MDiv.
Can I get my local church involved with this program?
Of course, and we offer bulk enrolment for local churches. Please get in contact with me (Aden) at [email protected] and let’s discuss options.
How can I best prepare to take this program?
We encourage all students to carve out a time of day (30 mins minimum) for reading time and also to view the course material.
Apart from that, make sure you have a few books that you can read along with in the program to start. If you’re completely new and have 0 books (or just a Bible), I’d encourage you to purchase 5-10 books to kick your theological library off.
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