Biblical Hermeneutics

In this online course, Dr. Levi Berntson will provide an introduction to the science and art of biblical interpretation, with an emphasis on the historical-grammatical method. As Christians, we are called to rightly interpret the Word of God. Professor Berntson will help you develop the skills to read, understand, and apply Scripture in its various contexts and literary genres. In completing this course, you will gain a basic understanding of the methods and tools of biblical interpretation.

Throughout this course, you will learn about:

1. What Scripture is and how one ought to approach it.  
2. Developing the skills to read, understand, and apply Scripture in its various contexts and literary genres.
3. How the New Testament authors use the Old Testament.
4. The basic relationship between hermeneutics, biblical theology, systematic theology, and historical theology.
5. Nurturing a love and reverent esteem for Holy Scripture.

About RBC's Online Audit:

When you audit an online course with RBC, you’ll get the opportunity to grow in God’s Word, wherever you are. You’ll have access to course lecture videos, digital course materials, a list of textbooks, and the reading schedule for spiritual growth and learning purposes without participating in assignments, assessments, or direct communication with the professor and students.

Course Information:

• One lecture is uploaded and viewable per week, with a total of 12 lecture videos per course. Each lecture is about two hours and forty-five minutes long.
• The first lecture will be available to view the week of August 18, 2025.
• The fall 2025 semester occurs from August 18, 2024 through December 15, 2025. Lectures will be viewable during the semester only.
• This course will be taught in alignment with Ligonier Ministries’ statement of faith and the consensus of the historic Reformed confessions as recorded in the Three Forms of Unity, Westminster Standards, and the 1689 London Baptist Confession of Faith.

About the Instructor:

Dr. Levi Berntson is assistant professor of theology at Reformation Bible College. He is also a teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church in America. He earned his M.A. (Theological Studies) and M.Div. from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Miss. and his Ph.D. from the University of Aberdeen. He is the translator and editor of The Fundamentals of Sacred Theology.

Payment Information:

• The discounted audit rate of $120 will begin on April 10, 2025 and end on August 17, 2025.
• The regular audit rate of $180 will begin on August 18, 2025 and end on September 15, 2025.
• No refunds will be issued after your payment has been received.

If you have any questions, please contact us at onlinelearning@reformationbiblecollege.org.