Biblical Archaeology

Defending the History in God's Word

by Chris W. Ashcraft M.S., M.Ed., MTMS.

Description:

The Bible contains rich and interesting historic accounts of God's people that span more than 4000 years. However, this important record is under attack by critics and archaeologists who have claimed that the Biblical account of history is inaccurate or even fictitious. Well known events and people, such as the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt, and even Jesus have been challenged on archaeological grounds.

This presentation will examine key archaeological discoveries supporting the accuracy of the Biblical record including the reign of Joseph and the life and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. When the archaeological evidence is examined, once again we see that science supports the Bible.

Files:

The latest files for this presentation are below and made freely available to our brothers and sisters in Christ.

Student files

• Read Introduction
• Watch Lecture
• Print Handout (for taking notes)
• Take Online Quiz

Teacher files

• Download PowerPoint File
• Print Handout (complete notes)
• Download Video - 4GB MP4

About the Teacher

Chris Ashcraft is a Christian educator employed as high school science teacher at Cedar Park Christian Schools and Adjunct Professor at NW University. Formerly, Chris was a biology research technician specialized in plant tissue culture and genetic transformation technology. He was employed at the Cotton Fiber Production Laboratory at Texas Tech University and the Plant Transformation Facility at Oklahoma State University, and lastly was the Plant Transformation Specialist for EDEN Bioscience in Bothell Washington.

He obtained a Bachelor of Science in biology from Wayland Baptist University in 1989, a Master of Science in biology from Texas Tech University in 1996, a Master of Education from the University of Washington in 2008, and a Master is Teaching Math and Science from Seattle Pacific University in 2012.

Chris moved from research science into the teaching profession to serve God in Christian education. His decision was motivated by the impact that secular science is having on people of faith. Today, close to 50% of Christian students lose their belief in God while attending secular schools. This tendency could be lessened if the Church was better equipped to defend the authority of Biblical teachings (1 Peter 3:15). To be prepared for these challenges, it is important that Churches provide regular educational programs on creation and other Bible apologetics.