NOBLE MINDED TERMS AND CONDITIONS

Effective Date: 16 November 2025
Last Updated: 16 November 2025

1. ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS

These Terms and Conditions (“Terms”) constitute a legally binding agreement between you (“User,” “you,” or “your”) and Noble Minded, a sole proprietorship operating under the laws of the State of Texas (“Noble Minded,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), governing your access to and use of the Noble Minded website located at nobleminded.net (the “Website”), including all content, services, and functionality offered on or through the Website.

By accessing or using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and all applicable laws and regulations. If you do not agree with these Terms, you are prohibited from using or accessing the Website.

2. MODIFICATION OF TERMS

Noble Minded reserves the right, at its sole discretion, to modify, alter, or update these Terms at any time without prior notice. Any modifications shall be effective immediately upon posting to the Website. Your continued use of the Website following the posting of revised Terms constitutes your acceptance of such changes. It is your responsibility to review these Terms periodically for updates.

3. DESCRIPTION OF SERVICES

Noble Minded provides philosophy-informed Christian educational content, including but not limited to:

Articles, essays, and scholarly commentary on theology, philosophy, apologetics, biblical studies, cultural engagement, church history, and ministry practice
Podcast episodes featuring theological and philosophical discussions
Educational courses and curriculum materials
Books and supplementary educational resources
Reference tools including philosophy and theology dictionaries and logical/exegetical fallacy guides

All content is provided for educational, scholarly, and ministry purposes and is intended to analyze contemporary cultural issues, published research, and theological matters from a Christian worldview perspective while maintaining academic rigor.

4. DISCLAIMER & PUBLICATION INFORMATION

4.1 Academic Status

Content published on the Noble Minded Website, including research papers, articles, and commentary, may not have undergone formal peer review unless otherwise indicated. All content represents scholarly analysis and commentary on published works, contemporary research, and public discourse from a Christian worldview while maintaining academic rigor and intellectual honesty.

4.2 Educational Purpose

All content is provided for educational, scholarly, and ministry purposes. Readers are encouraged to examine primary sources, consult diverse perspectives, and engage in critical analysis. Noble Minded content is designed to promote thoughtful engagement with philosophical and theological questions and does not constitute the final authority on any subject matter.

4.3 Fair Use of Copyrighted Materials

The Website may contain quotations from copyrighted works used under Fair Use provisions as codified in 17 U.S.C. § 107 for purposes of criticism, comment, scholarship, teaching, and research. All quoted materials are properly attributed to their original sources. Copyright of original works remains with the respective copyright owners. Any use of copyrighted material on this Website is intended to advance knowledge and understanding through transformative commentary and analysis.

4.4 Not Professional Advice

IMPORTANT: Content on the Noble Minded Website does not constitute and shall not be construed as professional advice of any kind, including but not limited to:

Medical advice
Psychological or mental health counseling
Legal advice
Financial advice
Ministerial or pastoral counseling (as a substitute for local church engagement)

Individuals concerned about medical, psychological, legal, or financial matters should consult appropriately licensed and qualified professionals in their jurisdiction. Noble Minded does not establish a professional relationship of any kind through the provision of Website content.

4.5 Theological Positions

Content reflects the theological convictions and philosophical perspectives of Noble Minded and its contributors, which are rooted in historic Christian orthodoxy and the affirmation of biblical inerrancy. Users may encounter perspectives that differ from their own theological or philosophical positions. Noble Minded encourages charitable engagement with diverse viewpoints while maintaining commitment to truth claims consistent with Scripture.

5. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

5.1 Copyright Ownership

Unless otherwise indicated, all content on the Website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, audio clips, video content, course materials, and software, is the property of Noble Minded and is protected by United States and international copyright laws.

The compilation of all content on the Website is the exclusive property of Noble Minded and is protected by U.S. and international copyright laws.

5.2 Trademarks

Noble Minded, the Noble Minded logo, and all related names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans are trademarks of Noble Minded or its affiliates. You may not use such marks without the prior written permission of Noble Minded. All other names, logos, product and service names, designs, and slogans on this Website are the trademarks of their respective owners.

5.3 Limited License

Subject to your compliance with these Terms, Noble Minded grants you a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to access and use the Website for personal, non-commercial educational purposes. This license does not include any right to:

Modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, reproduce, publish, license, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any content obtained from the Website for commercial purposes
Use any data mining, robots, scraping, or similar data gathering or extraction methods
Use the Website in any manner that could disable, overburden, damage, or impair the site

5.4 Permitted Non-Commercial Use

Noble Minded content may be shared for non-commercial educational purposes, including use in church settings, academic institutions, and personal study, provided that:

Proper attribution is given to Noble Minded and the original author
The material is not altered or modified in a manner that misrepresents the original content
No commercial gain is derived from the distribution
A link to the original source (nobleminded.net) is provided where feasible

For permissions beyond non-commercial educational use, contact Noble Minded at info@nobleminded.net.

6. USER CONDUCT

6.1 Acceptable Use

Users agree to use the Website only for lawful purposes and in accordance with these Terms. You agree not to:

Violate any applicable federal, state, local, or international law or regulation
Infringe upon or violate the intellectual property rights of Noble Minded or any third party
Harass, abuse, threaten, defame, or otherwise violate the legal rights of others
Transmit any material that is unlawful, obscene, defamatory, libelous, threatening, pornographic, harassing, hateful, racially or ethnically offensive, or otherwise objectionable
Impersonate or attempt to impersonate Noble Minded, a Noble Minded employee, another user, or any other person or entity
Engage in any conduct that restricts or inhibits anyone’s use or enjoyment of the Website
Introduce viruses, trojans, worms, logic bombs, or other material that is malicious or technologically harmful
Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the Website, the server on which the Website is stored, or any server, computer, or database connected to the Website

6.2 User-Generated Content

If the Website permits submission of comments, reviews, or other user-generated content, you retain ownership of such content but grant Noble Minded a worldwide, non-exclusive, royalty-free, perpetual, irrevocable license to use, reproduce, modify, adapt, publish, translate, create derivative works from, distribute, and display such content in any media.

You represent and warrant that:

You own or control all rights to the content you submit
The content is accurate and not misleading
Use and posting of the content does not violate these Terms or any applicable law

Noble Minded reserves the right to remove any user-generated content that violates these Terms or is otherwise objectionable, at its sole discretion.

7. THIRD-PARTY LINKS AND RESOURCES

The Website may contain links to third-party websites, resources, or services that are not owned or controlled by Noble Minded. Noble Minded has no control over and assumes no responsibility for the content, privacy policies, or practices of any third-party websites or services.

You acknowledge and agree that Noble Minded shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by or in connection with the use of or reliance on any such content, goods, or services available on or through any such websites or services.

Noble Minded strongly advises you to read the terms and conditions and privacy policies of any third-party websites or services that you visit.

8. PRIVACY POLICY

Your use of the Website is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which is incorporated into these Terms by reference. Please review our Privacy Policy to understand our practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of your personal information.

9. DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTIES

9.1 “As Is” Provision

THE WEBSITE AND ALL CONTENT, SERVICES, AND FUNCTIONALITY ARE PROVIDED ON AN “AS IS” AND “AS AVAILABLE” BASIS WITHOUT WARRANTIES OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, TITLE, NON-INFRINGEMENT, OR ACCURACY.

9.2 No Guarantee of Accuracy

Noble Minded does not warrant that:

The Website will function uninterrupted, securely, or be available at any particular time or location
Any errors or defects will be corrected
The Website is free of viruses or other harmful components
The results of using the Website will meet your requirements
The accuracy, reliability, completeness, or timeliness of any content, including theological, philosophical, or historical information

9.3 Theological and Doctrinal Matters

While Noble Minded endeavors to present content consistent with historic Christian orthodoxy and biblical fidelity, users acknowledge that theological interpretation involves areas of legitimate disagreement among faithful Christians. Noble Minded’s presentation of theological positions does not constitute ecclesiastical authority and should not replace engagement with local church leadership and Scripture itself.

9.4 External Research and Sources

Noble Minded frequently engages with and analyzes external research, scholarly publications, and cultural commentary. The inclusion or citation of such materials does not constitute endorsement of all positions held by cited authors or organizations. Users are encouraged to evaluate all sources critically.

10. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY

10.1 Exclusion of Damages

TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, IN NO EVENT SHALL NOBLE MINDED, ITS AFFILIATES, CONTRACTORS, EMPLOYEES, AGENTS, OR LICENSORS BE LIABLE FOR ANY INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL, OR PUNITIVE DAMAGES, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION, LOSS OF PROFITS, DATA, USE, GOODWILL, OR OTHER INTANGIBLE LOSSES, RESULTING FROM:

Your access to or use of or inability to access or use the Website
Any conduct or content of any third party on the Website
Any content obtained from the Website
Unauthorized access, use, or alteration of your transmissions or content

WHETHER BASED ON WARRANTY, CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE), OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY, WHETHER OR NOT NOBLE MINDED HAS BEEN INFORMED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

10.2 Maximum Liability

NOTWITHSTANDING ANYTHING TO THE CONTRARY CONTAINED HEREIN, NOBLE MINDED’S LIABILITY TO YOU FOR ANY CAUSE WHATSOEVER AND REGARDLESS OF THE FORM OF THE ACTION, WILL AT ALL TIMES BE LIMITED TO THE AMOUNT PAID, IF ANY, BY YOU TO NOBLE MINDED FOR ACCESS TO THE WEBSITE DURING THE SIX (6) MONTHS PRIOR TO ANY CAUSE OF ACTION ARISING.

10.3 State-Specific Provisions

Some jurisdictions do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you. In such jurisdictions, Noble Minded’s liability shall be limited to the greatest extent permitted by law.

11. INDEMNIFICATION

You agree to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Noble Minded, its sole proprietor, contractors, licensors, and service providers, and their respective officers, directors, employees, contractors, agents, licensors, suppliers, successors, and assigns from and against any claims, liabilities, damages, judgments, awards, losses, costs, expenses, or fees (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or relating to:

Your violation of these Terms
Your use of the Website
Your violation of any rights of a third party
Any user-generated content you submit or transmit through the Website
Your violation of any applicable law or regulation

12. GOVERNING LAW AND JURISDICTION

12.1 Texas Law

These Terms and your use of the Website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Texas, without regard to its conflict of law provisions.

12.2 Jurisdiction and Venue

You agree that any legal action or proceeding between you and Noble Minded for any purpose concerning these Terms or the parties’ obligations hereunder shall be brought exclusively in the federal or state courts located in the State of Texas. You hereby consent to the personal jurisdiction and venue of such courts and waive any objection to such jurisdiction or venue.

12.3 Waiver of Jury Trial

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW, YOU AND NOBLE MINDED AGREE TO WAIVE THE RIGHT TO A TRIAL BY JURY IN ANY LEGAL PROCEEDING ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THESE TERMS OR YOUR USE OF THE WEBSITE.

13. DISPUTE RESOLUTION

13.1 Informal Resolution

In the event of any controversy or claim arising out of or relating to these Terms or your use of the Website, the parties shall first attempt in good faith to settle such dispute by mediation administered by a mutually agreed-upon Christian mediation service or mediator, before resorting to litigation.

13.2 Arbitration

If mediation does not resolve the dispute within sixty (60) days, either party may elect to submit the dispute to binding arbitration under the rules of the American Arbitration Association. The arbitration shall take place in the State of Texas. The arbitrator’s decision shall be final and binding, and judgment may be entered upon it in any court of competent jurisdiction.

13.3 Exceptions

Notwithstanding the foregoing, Noble Minded may seek injunctive or other equitable relief to protect its intellectual property rights in any court of competent jurisdiction.

14. TERMINATION

14.1 Termination by Noble Minded

Noble Minded may terminate or suspend your access to the Website immediately, without prior notice or liability, for any reason whatsoever, including without limitation if you breach these Terms.

14.2 Effect of Termination

Upon termination, your right to use the Website will immediately cease. All provisions of these Terms which by their nature should survive termination shall survive, including without limitation ownership provisions, warranty disclaimers, indemnity, and limitations of liability.

15. SEVERABILITY

If any provision of these Terms is held to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable under applicable law, such provision shall be deemed modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it valid, legal, and enforceable. If such modification is not possible, the relevant provision shall be deemed deleted. Any modification to or deletion of a provision shall not affect the validity and enforceability of the remainder of these Terms.

16. WAIVER

No waiver by Noble Minded of any term or condition set forth in these Terms shall be deemed a further or continuing waiver of such term or condition or a waiver of any other term or condition. Any failure by Noble Minded to assert a right or provision under these Terms shall not constitute a waiver of such right or provision.

17. ENTIRE AGREEMENT

These Terms, together with the Privacy Policy and any other legal notices or agreements published by Noble Minded on the Website, constitute the entire agreement between you and Noble Minded concerning your use of the Website and supersede all prior or contemporaneous understandings, agreements, representations, and warranties, both written and oral, regarding the Website.

18. NOTICE REQUIREMENTS

All notices to Noble Minded under these Terms shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally, sent by confirmed facsimile, email (to info@nobleminded.net), or sent by certified or registered mail, return receipt requested, to:

Noble Minded
[Physical Address][City], Texas [ZIP Code]Email: info@nobleminded.net

19. COPYRIGHT INFRINGEMENT CLAIMS

Noble Minded respects the intellectual property rights of others and expects users to do the same. In accordance with the Digital Millennium Copyright Act (DMCA), Noble Minded will respond to notices of alleged copyright infringement that comply with applicable law.

If you believe that your copyrighted work has been copied in a way that constitutes copyright infringement and is accessible on the Website, please notify Noble Minded’s copyright agent with the following information:

Identification of the copyrighted work claimed to have been infringed
Identification of the material claimed to be infringing and information sufficient to permit Noble Minded to locate the material
Your contact information, including address, telephone number, and email address
A statement that you have a good faith belief that use of the material is not authorized by the copyright owner, its agent, or the law
A statement that the information in the notification is accurate and, under penalty of perjury, that you are authorized to act on behalf of the copyright owner
Your physical or electronic signature

20. FORCE MAJEURE

Noble Minded shall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under these Terms where such failure results from any cause beyond Noble Minded’s reasonable control, including but not limited to mechanical, electronic, or communications failure or degradation, acts of God, war, terrorism, riot, civil or public disturbance, acts of government, or labor disputes.

21. ASSIGNMENT

You may not assign, transfer, or delegate any of your rights or obligations under these Terms without the prior written consent of Noble Minded. Noble Minded may freely assign, transfer, or delegate its rights and obligations under these Terms without restriction.

22. NO AGENCY RELATIONSHIP

No agency, partnership, joint venture, employee-employer, or franchiser-franchisee relationship is intended or created by these Terms between you and Noble Minded.

23. HEADINGS

The headings and captions used in these Terms are for convenience only and shall not affect the interpretation of these Terms.

24. CONTACT INFORMATION

Questions, comments, or concerns regarding these Terms or the Website may be directed to:

Noble Minded
Email: info@nobleminded.net
Website: nobleminded.net

BY USING THE NOBLE MINDED WEBSITE, YOU ACKNOWLEDGE THAT YOU HAVE READ THESE TERMS AND CONDITIONS, UNDERSTAND THEM, AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY THEM. IF YOU DO NOT AGREE TO THESE TERMS, YOU MUST NOT ACCESS OR USE THE WEBSITE.