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Biblical Interpretation Course
The New Testament is rich with meaning, but to fully grasp its message, we need the right tools for interpretation. This free online course from Christian Leaders Institute will teach you how to study the New Testament in its historical, literary, and theological context.
Course Overview:
This course explores Scripture in its original historical, cultural, and geographical context. The focus is mainly on New Testament people, places, events, and themes while showing links to the Old Testament and exploring the relevance for contemporary cultures and people.
Meet Your Professor:

Ray Vander Laan - Professor of Biblical Interpretation II: New Testament
Professor Vander Laan is the founder of That the World May Know Ministries and the creator and host of Focus on the Family’s widely-acclaimed That the World May Know resource series. He is also an ordained minister with the Christian Reformed Church and has his Master's of Divinity from Westminster Theological Seminary.
You will Learn and Grow in the Following Topics:
- Know the history, culture, and geography that form the original setting of many New Testament Scriptures.
- Appreciate how archaeology and cultural studies can enhance biblical understanding.
- Know more about New Testament people, places, and events.
- Grow in the ability to use original background to understand New Testament texts and apply them to contemporary life.
- Understand key theological themes revealed in the New Testament.
What Other Students Are Saying....
“In this class, I learned how to apply hermeneutical principles to interpret biblical texts effectively, ensuring that I convey the
original intent of the Scripture. This skill will be invaluable in my ministry calling, as it allows me to teach and preach God’s Word accurately and contextually. Understanding how cultural, historical, and literary contexts shape biblical interpretation has deepened my confidence in addressing theological questions and guiding others in their spiritual growth.”
Haryanto Wijaya
“Biblical interpretation is one the most informative courses giving us detailed information regarding the background of the bible. In these classes we are able to understand the origin of Israel , its culture , language , geographical location and their meaning , origin , and application to both our christian world and the world we live in. It clearly teaches us the inter of God to us with all things that happened to the nation of Israel. We see how God through Christ relates us as his children to the nation of priests that he sends to the world to be his presence. This is a well structured material that should be used in every leadership of the church for the stable ministries.”
Gauta Mogomane
“Learning to interpret Scripture accurately with tools for careful exegesis – drawing meaning directly from the text rather than imposing meaning onto it – is a powerful asset. This skill ensures that my teachings stay faithful to the Bible’s intended message and protects against common misinterpretations, helping me minister with integrity and truth. By identifying recurring themes, metaphors, and patterns throughout the Bible, I gained a holistic view of God’s plan for humanity and His redemptive work. This broader biblical narrative empowers me to preach on deeper theological themes, such as God’s covenant promises, justice, and grace, with clarity and conviction.”
Mooketsi Moalosi
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