Adult Course · CrossExamined.org
How to Interpret Your Bible with Dr. Frank Turek
Learn to understand your Bible the way it was MEANT to be read!
12 lessons · 11+ hours of video · Premium starts Jan 11, 2027
Here are some of the questions you'll get answers to
Why is knowing how to interpret your Bible THE most important skill you need to learn if you want your life to be a success now and into eternity?
What are the TOP TEN MISTAKES we make interpreting the Bible?
Why should we never ask, "What does this verse mean to you?"
Why is the acronym S.T.O.P. the key to unlocking the proper interpretation of the Bible?
How does knowing the type of literature help you interpret the passage?
How do we properly interpret difficult passages?
Isn't the Bible all we need? What translation should I use?
What Bible tools should I use?
Why are there so many denominational disagreements?
Isn't God's Word clear enough?
Plus MANY-MANY more!!
“I was very happy with the clear presentation of the information and the amount of material covered. Frank Turek is a wonderful instructor. His lectures were focused but also peppered with humor, keeping the learner engaged and interested. I was so pleased and inspired that I’ve enrolled in another course.”
Why Interpreting the Bible Matters
Have you ever heard a sermon on how to interpret the Bible? A presentation in Sunday school or your small group? On Christian radio or TV? Few have. Yet, if we are going to make the most out of our lives both NOW and into ETERNITY, what could be more important than properly understanding God’s Word? By the end of this 12-lesson course, you'll be a more confident Bible study student!
The S.T.O.P. Method
In this course you learn Dr. Frank Turek's S.T.O.P. method for reading any passage of Scripture.
Your Instructor
Dr. Frank Turek
Course Creator, Dr. Frank Turek is a dynamic speaker and award-winning author or coauthor of several other books, including Stealing from God; Correct, Not Politically Correct; Hollywood Heroes; Legislating Morality; and The War on Reality. He is the founder and president of CrossExamined.org and has spoken at hundreds of universities, often to audiences that are hostile to his message. (Many of these encounters can be seen at the Cross Examined YouTube channel.) Frank has also debated several prominent atheists, including Christopher Hitchens and Michael Shermer, founding publisher of Skeptic Magazine. He hosts a TV program and podcast each week called "I Don't Have Enough Faith to Be an Atheist."
“Wonderful course, packed with insightful and clarifying information that is often glazed over - or misunderstood - in many study sessions at church. As Frank mentions, it is definitely the most important thing for a Christian to know - how to interpret our Bible! As an instructor, Frank is likewise well-packed with endless knowledge, insight, and quips of wisdom that make the course a delight for eager students. His direct, no-nonsense ability to cut through what might have been dry and wearying with another instructor is unparalleled. Loved it!”
“A text cannot mean what it could never have meant for its original readers/hearers.”Gordon D. Fee
The Lessons
01Introduction
- What Difference Does It Make?
- Interpreting Your Bible
- C.R.I.M.E.S.
- The Purpose of the Bible
02How Not to Interpret Your Bible (Part 1)
- Facts to Know Before Interpreting
- Interpreting Mistake #1
- Judge Not...
- Interpreting Mistakes #2-4
03How Not to Interpret Your Bible (Part 2)
- Mistake #5
- Mistake #6-7
- Mistake #8-9
- Mistake #10
04How Does the Old Testament Apply to Us (Part 1)
- The 80/20 Rule
- S.T.O.P.
- Observation
- Free Will, Sin, and The Law
05How Does the Old Testament Apply to Us (Part 2)
- How Much of the Old Testament is Binding on Christians?
- Avoiding Temptation
- S.T.O.P. Isaiah
- Veiled Messianic Prophecies
06What's the Easiest Way to Discover the Right Interpretation
- What's the Easiest Way to Discover the Right Interpretation?
- S.T.O.P. Luke 15
- Act I: The Younger Brother
- Act II: The Elder Brother
07Interpreting the Epistles
- Don't Be In Such a Hurry
- S.T.O.P. Romans 1
- S.T.O.P. Romans 2
- S.T.O.P. Romans 3
08Interpreting Problem Passages
- Was Jesus a False Prophet?
- The Importance of Notes and Quotes
- Is God's Election Unjust
- What Kind of "Election"?
09More Problem Passages
- Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation? Part 1
- Is Baptism Necessary for Salvation? Part 2
- Saved By...?
10What You Need to Know Before Interpreting the Bible
- Prolegomena
- C.O.L.U.M.N.S.
- Order/Logic
- Uniformity
- Morality/Natures/Senses
11Which Translation Should I Use?
- Sola Scriptura?
- Bible Translation Comparison
- Using Just One Version
- Which Version Should I Use?
12Why Are There So Many Different Denominations?
- Why is There Disagreement?
- Denominational Differences
- Essential and Non-Essential Divisions
- We Have a Heart, Not a Head Problem
- Is God Clear Enough?
“This course provided thorough teaching videos with multiple valuable resources to aid in the application of the Bible interpretation skills presented. The Zoom sessions allowed ample time to interact with Dr. Turek regarding class material or to introduce questions into other areas of Dr. Turek's expertise. This class will truly make a difference in my understanding of Bible passages. I am excited about what I learned and highly recommend this course.”
What It Takes to Finish
Students wishing to earn a certificate of completion for the PREMIUM course MUST do the following:
- Watch ALL Video Lessons
- Complete the quizzes and assignments
- Participate in 3 of the 4 LIVE Zoom sessions
- Answer ALL downloaded questions
- Read 'How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth'
*Live Zoom sessions are open conversations, so discussion may range beyond the course content.
A Foundational + Required Reading
How to Read the Bible for All Its Worth
by Gordon D. Fee and Douglas Stuart
Order Now“Absolutely fantastic. The STOP acronym has increased the joy and understanding of the Bible. As many, I took many verses out of context and applied them to personal situations, which often times led to disappointment when the desired result was not as expected. I am now applying the STOP technique to my daily reading, searching for the meaning behind those verses. I am amazed at how much more I can apply the entire context to my life, having a better understanding that what was written for someone else is not a promise to me. It is there for me to learn and seek God in how it applies to me becoming more Christlike.”
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What's Included in the Course?
Premium
$279 [confirm 2027]
- 5 LIVE Interactive Group Sessions with Dr. Frank Turek
- 12 Complete Lessons
- 11+ Hours of Video Lessons
- Online Lesson Commentary
- PowerPoint PDFs from Video Lessons
- A "Toolbox" of Additional Lesson-Enhancing Videos and Resources
- Downloadable Questions Document
- Question Answer Key
- Private Discussion Group
- In-Depth Course Assignments and Quizzes
- Access to Course Content for 1 Year
Self-Paced
$119
- 12 Complete Lessons
- 11+ Hours of Video Lessons
- Online Lesson Commentary
- PowerPoint PDFs from Video Lessons
- A "Toolbox" of Additional Lesson-Enhancing Videos and Resources
- Downloadable Questions Document
- Question Answer Key
- Access to Course Content for 1 Year
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- 12 Complete Lessons
- 11+ Hours of Video Lessons
- Online Lesson Commentary
- PowerPoint PDFs from Video Lessons
- A "Toolbox" of Additional Lesson-Enhancing Videos and Resources
- Downloadable Questions Document
- Question Answer Key
- Access to Course Content for 1 Year
Student discounts: 1–5 students $59.50 (50% off!) · 6–9 $47.60 (60% off!) · 10 or more $35.70 (70% off!)
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“Loved every moment of this course. Thanks Dr Frank...I feel like I can confidently approach the Bible and may finally get to completing my “Bible in a year” plan, now that I can get through the OT with much more understanding. Thanks again - the Zoom sessions were great, considering I live on the other side of the earth... I very much appreciated being able to be part of something like this in a really personal way. If I could give 6 stars I would:)”
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“I love how Dr Turek teaches. He breaks things down so simply. It's so refreshing to be using my brain to examine scripture instead of depending on “feelings” about what I think scripture says.”
Frequently Asked Questions
When do the LIVE Zoom sessions take place for the PREMIUM course?
Tuesdays @ 9 PM Eastern (6 PM Pacific). Each meeting lasts 1 hour. The Zoom schedule will be released when the next PREMIUM (live) course is announced.
What type of payments do you accept?
Currently we accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover, American Express and check cards (as long as they are connected with one of the major credit card companies).
Is my information safe and secure?
In order to ensure security, all payments are processed through Authorize.net or PayPal.
Can one person enroll in the course and multiple people attend the Zoom session with the student?
Unfortunately, due to copyright, privacy and security issues the answer to this question is NO.
“You don't just read one verse in the Bible because there are no verses in the Bible, ladies and gentlemen.”Dr. Frank Turek