Terms & Conditions
Effective Date: October 15, 2026
ACCEPTANCE OF TERMS
Welcome to OrdinaryManMinistries.com (the "Site"). This Site is operated by Ordinary Man Ministries Institute, an Oklahoma not-for-profit corporation doing business as Ordinary Man Ministries and Ordinary Man Press ("we," "us," "our"). By using this Site, you agree to these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree, please do not use the Site.
ABOUT THIS SITE
What This Site Is
This Site shares the writing, teaching, and ministry work of author Scott Elston. It includes information about his books, devotionals, and resources, along with links to third-party retailers and platforms where those works can be purchased or read.
Children
Anyone is welcome to read the content on this Site. However, the Site is not directed to children under 13, and we do not knowingly collect personal information from them. Children under 13 should not submit their name, email, or other information through this Site without a parent's or guardian's involvement. If you believe a child has given us personal information, contact us and we will delete it.
ABOUT THIS SITE
Acceptable Use
You agree to use the Site only for lawful purposes. You may not use the Site in any way that violates applicable laws or regulations, attempt to gain unauthorized access to the Site or its systems, interfere with or disrupt the Site's operation, or use bots, scrapers, or other automated tools to access or copy Site content without written permission.
Third-Party Links and Purchases
This Site links to third-party sites, including Amazon, other booksellers, Substack, and social media platforms. We do not control these sites and are not responsible for their content, availability, pricing, shipping, transactions, or privacy practices. Purchases made through third-party retailers are governed by those retailers' own terms and policies.
CONTENT AND OWNERSHIP
Intellectual Property
The books featured on this Site are © 2026 Scott Elston. Published by Ordinary Man Press, the publishing ministry of Ordinary Man Ministries Institute. Used by permission.
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All other written content on this Site is © Scott Elston and is used by permission. The Site's design, graphics, and other materials are the property of Ordinary Man Ministries Institute or used with permission.
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You may view, print, and share content from this Site for personal, non-commercial use, provided you credit the author and do not alter the content. Any other reproduction, distribution, modification, or derivative work requires prior written permission.
Faith Perspective
The content on this Site and in our books reflects the author's understanding of Scripture and the Christian faith. It is offered for spiritual encouragement and discipleship. It is not intended as professional counseling, medical, legal, or financial advice; a substitute for the care and guidance of your local church and pastor; or comprehensive doctrinal instruction. We encourage every reader to search the Scriptures, pray, and walk in community with trusted spiritual leaders.
LEGAL NOTICES
No Warranties
The Site and its content are provided "as is," without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We do not guarantee that the Site will be uninterrupted or error-free, or that its content is complete or current.
Limitation of Liability
To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ordinary Man Ministries Institute and its directors, officers, and volunteers will not be liable for any indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of this Site or its content.
Privacy
Your use of the Site is also governed by our Privacy Policy, which explains what information we collect and how we use it.
Changes to These Terms
We may update these Terms at any time. Changes take effect when posted on this page, and the "Last Updated" date will reflect the revision. Your continued use of the Site after changes are posted means you accept the updated Terms.
Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of the United States and the State of Oklahoma, without regard to conflict-of-law rules. Any dispute arising from these Terms or your use of the Site shall be resolved in the state or federal courts located in Oklahoma.