Romans

This course introduces the Apostle Paul's letter to the Romans. Dr. John Tweeddale examines Paul's life, theology, each chapter in depth, addresses controversial views, and explores its impact on the Christian life.

Throughout this course, you will learn about:

1. The key ideas of every chapter in Romans.
2. The major themes of the letter.
3. The proper methods of biblical interpretation.
4. The argumentative flow and structure of the letter.
5. The historical and cultural contexts of the letter.
6. The reformed view of justification in light of the new perspectives on Paul.
7. The vital connection between Paul’s theology and ethics.
8. How an in-depth study of Romans benefits one’s teaching ministry in the church and life as a Christian.

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:

• The spring 2026 semester occurs from January 12, 2026 through May 1, 2026. Lectures will only be available to view during the semester.
• One lecture is uploaded per week and viewable during the duration of the semester. Each lecture is about two hours and forty-five minutes long.
• 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. John W. Tweeddale is vice president of academics and professor of theology at Reformation Bible College. He is also a teaching elder in the Presbyterian Church in America and a fellow of the Royal Historical Society. He previously served as senior associate editor of Tabletalk magazine, as senior pastor of First Reformed Presbyterian Church in Pittsburgh, and as adjunct professor of systematic and historical theology at Reformed Presbyterian Theological Seminary. He earned his M.Div. from Reformed Theological Seminary in Jackson, Miss., and his Ph.D. from the University of Edinburgh, Scotland. He is author of John Owen and Hebrews and coeditor of John Calvin: For a New Reformation and the T&T Clark Handbook of John Owen.

Payment Information:

• The discounted audit rate of $120 will begin November 17, 2026 and end on January 11, 2026.
• The regular audit rate of $180 will begin on January 12, 2026 and end on February 9, 2026.
• No refunds will be issued after your payment has been received.

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