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Meet the Team Jordan McClinton 3J Museum Co-Director, Shiloh Square Supervisor, TBS Student • Bachelor of Science in Computer Information Systems, University of Houston • Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology (in process), The Bible Seminary Jordan serves a square supervisor at Shiloh. He began volunteering with ABR in 2018 and has dug multiple seasons at Shiloh, and also worked on the Mount Ebal sifting project in 2020. Jordan lives in Katy Texas with his wife, three daughters and multiple pets. He holds a Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems from the University of Houston and a Masters Degree in Biblical History and Archaeology from The Bible Seminary. Jordan has worked in numerous corporate roles over the past 20 years as well as has served on staff as an Associate Pastor at The Waters Church in Katy Texas since 2012. Jordan has a passion for biblical history, the ancient near east and how archaeology illuminates both of them. Shelly Neese The Jerusalem Connection President, TBS Student ​ Shelley Neese is President of The Jerusalem Connection. She writes regular articles for TJCI and her writing has also appeared in The Jerusalem Post, Arutz Sheva, Patheos, Algemeiner, Israel Today, and FrontPage Magazine. Shelley is also the author of the #1 New Release, The Copper Scroll Project. While living in Boston, Shelley was the assistant to the Consul General at the Consulate of Israel to New England. In addition, she worked as a consultant at Conflict Management Group, a nonprofit connected to Harvard Law School. Shelley lived and studied in Israel for over three years and has returned many times since. She spent the months leading up to the Gaza disengagement in Israel, working with a team of negotiators in a status report on issues relating to the “day after” Israel’s withdrawal from Gaza. In 2008 and 2009, Shelley followed the story of an archeological dig in Qumran based on the Copper Scroll. Shelley studied in Israel from 2000 -2003, where she received her M.A in Middle Eastern Studies from Ben Gurion University. The high point of her studies—and first crack at investigative journalism—was her masters thesis examining the secret, multilateral negotiations ending the 2002 siege of the Church of the Nativity in Bethlehem. A native of Louisiana, she received her B.A. in Political Science from Louisiana State University. Shelley speaks some Hebrew and has dedicated her life to supporting Israel. She currently resides in Northern Virginia with her four children and her husband, who is a Lieutenant Colonel and family physician in the U.S. Air Force. A member of the Jewish National Fund’s Speaker’s Bureau, Shelley is an experienced public speaker and is available to speak at your church, synagogue, or organization. She has a passion to educate Christians on the spiritual, historical, and moral reasons why they should actively support Israel. She has also made the media rounds for interviews about her book, The Copper Scroll Project. Shelley has recently done interviews on the Eric Metaxas show on TBN, SkywatchTV, the Watchman with Erick Stakelbeck, Jerusalem Dateline with Chris Mitchell on CBN, and many more. Brent Hoefling Shiloh Director of Information Technology, TBS Student ​ Brent serves as the Shiloh Director of Information technology, and has served on site as a volunteer and assistant square supervisor. Brent has been Pastoring in North-East Texas since August of 2013 and has been active in the ministry since 1982. Brent has worked in IT support/management and IT project management for the last two decades as well. He has been married since 1998, and has two grown children and two grandchildren. Brent attended Shalom Bible College and Seminary in Des Moines. He received his Bachelor of Theology in 1999 and dual Master’s degrees in Christian Education and Technology in 2002 (Suma Cum Laud). Pastor Brent is currently attending The Bible Seminary seeking another degree in Church History and Archaeology. Over the past 30 years of ministry, Brent has also served as treasurer, building administrator, deacon, elder, clerk, youth pastor, and many other ministries director positions. For the last dozen years, Brent has been actively helping with technologies and media for his church organization’s World Missions, and Ladies Retreats in various central and southern United States regions. Pastor Brent also serves as a member of the Communications and Creative Services Ministry Advisory Team for the church organization’s main offices in Cleveland, Tennessee. He is active in his local city council meetings and events committees. Dr. Scott Stripling ASI Director, JJJ Museum Director, Shiloh Director of Excavations, TBS Provost and VP of Donor Relations • Bachelor of Science in Physical Education and English (1984), UT Pan American • Master of Arts in English (1988), UT Pan American • Master of Arts in Biblical Literature (1995), Assemblies of God Theological Seminary • Doctor of Ministry in Leadership (2006), Vision International University • Ph. D. in Archaeology and Biblical History (2020), Veritas International University Dr. Stripling serves as Provost, Vice-President of Donor Relations, and Director of the Archaeology Institute at The Bible Seminary in Katy, Texas. Stripling is the Director of Excavations for the Associates for Biblical Research (ABR) at Ancient Shiloh (2017 to present). Previously, Stripling directed the ABR excavations at Khirbet el-Maqatir, served as Field Supervisor at Tall el-Hammam in Jordan, and as a supervisor of the Temple Mount Sifting Project in Jerusalem. Stripling did his graduate studies at the University of Texas (M.A.), Assemblies of God Theological Seminary (M.A.), and Veritas International University (Ph.D.). Stripling serves as Vice-President of the Board of Directors of the Near East Archaeological Society and has published widely in peer-reviewed journals, popular magazines, and books. He is a popular speaker at churches and conferences around the world and a guest on numerous television programs and documentaries such as Fox News, The 700 Club, The New York Times, TBN, History Channel, and Discovery Channel. His passion is connecting the material culture of the Holy Land with the biblical text. Scott and Janet, his wife of 38 years, have four grown children and four grandchildren. ScottStripling.net | LinkedIn | YouTube The Bible Seminary Consortium Leader ​ The Bible Seminary An independent, non-denominational, 501(c)(3) charitable institution of higher education incorporated in Texas in 2010 to offer training for laity and vocational ministry professionals. On-campus and Distance Education programs include Bible Certificate and Vocational Ministry Certificate non-degree programs, as well as Dual Degree Completion, Master of Arts, and Master of Divinity degree programs. The seminary is an Accredited member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) approved to offer Distance Education, an approved CEU provider for the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and an accredited member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA). TBS aims to help nurture a biblically literate populace via comprehensive, strategic, Bible-based training. Faculty seek to integrate studies of the Bible with instruction in historical, theological, and practical disciplines critical to developing professional skills for life and ministry. Experiential education occurs through classroom instruction, study tours, hands-on ministry training, and community-based training with ministry professionals. University of Northwestern, St. Paul Consortium Partner ​ University of Northwestern, St. Paul A private Christian university located in the heart of the Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul, Minnesota offering undergraduate, PSEO and Early College, graduate, and adult undergraduate degree programs. Dr. Craig Evans TBS Adjunct Professor • Bachelor of Arts in History (1974), Claremont McKenna College • Master of Divinity (1977), Western Baptist Seminary • Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (1980), Claremont Graduate University • Ph.D. in Biblical Studies (1983), Claremont Graduate University • DHabil (2009), Károli Gáspár Református University Craig is a well-known evangelical scholar, an elected member of the prestigious Society of New Testament Studes (SNTS), Director of the Christian Thinkers Society Fellows Program and Strategic Studies, and the John Bisagno Distinguished Professor of Christian Origins at Houston Baptist University. He has also been awarded the D.Habil. by the Karoli Gaspar Reformed University in Budapest. Evans began his teaching career at McMaster University in Hamilton, Ontario, Canada, and then taught at Trinity Western University in British Columbia for twenty-one years where he directed the graduate program in Biblical Studies and founded the Dead Sea Scrolls Institute. Evans then taught for thirteen years at the Divinity College at Acadia University in Nova Scotia, and was a Visiting Fellow at Princeton Theological Seminary in Princeton, New Jersey. Author and editor of more than seventy books and hundreds of articles and reviews, Professor Evans has given lectures at Cambridge, Oxford, Durham, Yale, and other universities, colleges, seminaries, and museums, such as the Field Museum in Chicago, the Canadian Museum of Civilization in Ottawa, and the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto. He is a Fox News Opinion contributor and also regularly lectures and gives talks at popular conferences and retreats on the historical Jesus, Archaeology, the Dead Sea Scrolls, and the Bible. Along with countless interviews on radio networks across Canada and the US, Evans has been seen on Dateline NBC, CBC, CTV, Day of Discovery, and many documentaries aired on BBC, The Discovery Channel, History Channel, History Television, and others. He has also served as a consultant for the National Geographic Society and for The Bible miniseries, produced by Mark Burnett and Roma Downey. Dan Lawless 3J Museum Docent, TBS Student ​ Dan is an experienced Senior Executive Vice President with a demonstrated history of working in the financial services industry. Skilled in Business Planning, Sales, Management, Risk Management, and Business Development. Strong business development professional with a Master of Business Administration focused in Finance from Arizona State University. He served as President of the Rio Grande Region of the Chase Bank of Texas for 23 years and Senior EVP SBA Lending for LiftFund for seven years before retiring to work part-time as a Volleyball Referee. Dan is a Master of Arts student at The Bible Seminary. Abigail Leavitt Shiloh Assistant Dig Director, TBS Alumni • Certificate (2017), Frontier School of the Bible • Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies (2021), The Bible Seminary • Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology (2021), The Bible Seminary A native of Idaho, Abigail Leavitt earned her Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology at The Bible Seminary and is currently a PhD student studying archaeology at Ariel University in Israel. Abigail's Blog Mid-Atlantic Christian University Consortium Partner ​ Mid-Atlantic Christian University A private Christian university in Elizabeth City. It is supported by Christian churches and churches of Christ, which is part of the Restoration Movement. MACU is a four-year, co-educational institution and is authorized to award Bachelor's degrees, Associate's degrees and certificates. Patrick Wise 3J Museum Docent, TBS Student ​ Patrick is a student at The Bible Seminary, manager at Pearl & Vine Restaurant, and former Manager of Peli Peli Restaurant. Dr. Chris McKinny TBS Adjunct Professor • B.S. in Biblical Studies (2008), The Master's College • Master of Arts in Biblical History and Geography (2011), Jerusalem University College • Master of Arts in Archaeology and Land of Israel Studies (2014),Bar-llan University • Ph.D in Archaeology an Land of Israel Studies (2016), Bar-llan University Dr. McKinny has a PhD from Bar Ilan University (Israel). His dissertation focused on the historical geography and archaeology of the town lists of Judah and Benjamin in the book of Joshua. Chris is also a senior staff member of the Tel Burna Archaeological Project (Biblical Libnah) in which capacity he has contributed a wide-range of peer-reviewed articles, conference papers, and popular essays. Besides being involved in several other writing and research projects, including the Lexham Geographic Commentary Series (ed. B. Beitzel) and the Photo Companion to the Bible(ed. T. Bolen), Chris also authored "My People as Your People: A Textual and Archaeological Analysis of the Reign of Jehoshaphat" (Peter Lang, 2016), "The Tribal Allotments of Judah and Benjamin in the Book of Joshua: A Historical Geography" (Eisenbrauns in process), and co-edited "Tell it in Gath: Studies in the History and Archaeology of Israel Essays in Honor of A. M. Maeir on the Occasion of his Sixtieth Birthday" (with I. Shai, J. R. Chadwick, L. A. Hitchcock, A. Dagan, and J. Uziel - Zaphon, 2018) and "‘And the Canaanite was then in the land’ (Gen. 12:6): Selected Studies on the Late Bronze and Early Iron Ages of Southern Canaan" (with A. M. Maeir and I. Shai - DeGruyter, in press). In addition, Chris serves as an adjunct faculty member at Texas A&M University Corpus Christi, The Bible Seminary, The Master’s University (IBEX), and William Jessup University. Dr. K. Lynn Lewis Shiloh Director of Photography, Shiloh Network News Executive Producer, TBS President • B.S. in Agricultural Engineering (1985),University of Georgia • Master of Divinity (1989), Asbury Theological Seminary • Doctor of Ministry (2002), Asbury Theological Seminary • Beeson Pastor Certificate in Biblical Preaching & Church Leadership (2002), Asbury Theological Seminary A creative, seasoned entrepreneur with a diverse professional background in business, education, and ministry, Dr. Lewis began his career as a hydrologist and dam engineer. After accepting a divine call to “leave your job and go to seminary,” he served as a full-time pastor, founded the media communications company InspireUSA, Inc. (registered trademark Celebrating the Best of America®), served as Director of Institutional Advancement at an 1800-student private Christian school, and then helped start The Bible Seminary. He has served on and/or led Boards of a K-12 private Christian school, university foundation, a pregnancy care center, a counseling center, an adventure ministry, and served as co-founder and Executive Producer of a fine arts program producing annual Broadway plays. An ordained minister (United Methodist Church, 1989-2022; Global Methodist Church, 2022-present), prolific author, producer, and publisher, he is the Founder and Executive Producer of Shiloh Network News and Founder and Executive Director of Nehemiah Press. He and his wife, Wendy, have three children and three grandchildren. KLynnLewis.com | LinkedIn Clayton Van Huss 3J Museum Assistant Director, TBS Student Services Coordinator, TBS Student • Associate of Arts (1995), The Academy of Arts Christian College • Bachelor of Arts in Theatre with a minor in Radio, Television, and Film (2013), East Tennessee State University • Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology (in process), The Bible Seminary Born on the island of Okinawa, Japan and raised in communities across the U.S. during his father’s military service until they settled in northeast Tennessee, Clayton holds a B.A. in Theatre from East Tennessee State University with a minor in Radio, Television, and Film. He also earned an A.A. in Dramatic Production from The Academy of Arts Christian College located in Taylors, South Carolina. Clayton recently worked with Refuge Media to produce several Christian films, including The Brothers' Christmas, 1517 The Flame Rekindled, Born in a Stable, and Goodwill to Men. He is now following the path given by the Lord to The Bible Seminary in Katy, Texas where he is working toward an M.A. in Biblical History & Archaeology. Evangel University Consortium Partner ​ Evangel University An accredited, liberal arts university with more than 70 academic programs on the cutting edge of today’s professional fields. Our commitment to the integration of faith, learning and life attracts students from a wide variety of Christian denominational backgrounds who have a strong commitment to academics with a desire to combine their Christian faith with every aspect of their lives. Allison Taylor 3J Museum Marketing Coordinator, TBS Marketing Director, and TBS Student ​ Allison is owner and agent of Taylor Insurance of Texas, former Resident Chef at Sur La Table, and a student at The Bible Seminary. Emmaus Bible College Consortium Partner ​ Emmaus Bible College A 4-year private college located in Dubuque, IA by the Mississippi river that prepares students for a career and life as Christians. The minor in Archaeology offers hands-on experience with how archaeological evidence is discovered, processed, conserved, analyzed, and used to explain the past. The archaeology program combines 15 credit hours of classroom instruction with a required archaeological field study approved by the Archaeology Program Director. Students have opportunities to participate in an archaeological excavation, including at Tel Shiloh, to gain valuable field experience. Lee University Consortium Partner ​ Lee University A private, comprehensive university located in Cleveland, Tennessee, in the foothills of the Appalachian Mountains. Lee is emerging as a leader in higher education in the southeastern region and is consistently ranked in the "Top Tier" of the Best Regional Universities in the South by U.S. News and World Report. Over the past two decades, Lee has become one of the largest Christ-centered private institutions in Tennessee and the largest in the Appalachian College Association. Dr. Brian Peterson TBS Adjunct Professor, Shiloh Square Supervisor • Journeyman's License in Carpentry (1987), Moncton Technical Training School • Bachelor of Bible (2001), Zion Bible College • Master of Theological Studies (2003), Beeson Divinity School • Master of Arts in Old Testament (2004), Gordon-Conwell Theological Seminary • Ph.D. in Old Testament Studies (2009), Wycliffe College at the University of Toronto. Thesis, "Ezekiel in Context: Ezekiel’s Message Understood in its Historical Setting of Covenant Curses and Ancient Near Eastern Mythological Motifs." Dr. Peterson is an Associate Professor of Old Testament and Hebrew at Lee University in Cleveland, Tennessee, where he has taught for seven years. Prior to coming to Lee, Dr. Peterson taught at Prairie Bible College in Alberta, Canada and for a short period in the Gambia West, Africa. He did his PhD in Hebrew Bible at Wycliffe College in Toronto, Canada. His dissertation focused on understanding the book of Ezekiel in its ancient Near Eastern context. Brian is married to Christine Curley and together they have three children, Maddie, Mark, and Kevin. Near East Archaeological Society Consortium Partner ​ The Near East Archaeological Society (NEAS) was founded in 1957. The focus of NEAS is on research in the lands of the Bible, the modern Middle East, with a distinctively evangelical perspective. In other words, the members of NEAS view the Bible as a valuable ancient document providing useful data complimentary to the archaeological record. Colorado Christian University Consortium Partner ​ Colorado Christian University Premier interdenominational Christian college in Colorado and the eight-state Rocky Mountain region, delivering world class education to thousands of students. The University offers more than 200 academic program options in a variety of disciplines for traditional and adult students. Blake Quimby 3J Museum Guide Graphic Designer, TBS Communications Director, TBS Alumni • Wharton County Junior College (2003) • Bible Certificate, The Bible Seminary (2020) Blake grew up in the Richmond-Rosenberg, Texas area and has served in local church ministry leadership for over 20 years. His roles have included Worship Leader, Childrenʼs Pastor, Youth Pastor and Administrative Pastor. He is married to Krystle and they have 2 children, Madison and Reese. Dr. Mark Hassler Shiloh Square Supervisor ​ Dr. Hassler serves as director of publications and field archaeologist for the Shiloh excavations. He worked at Khirbet el-Maqatir from 2013 to 2016. Dr. Hassler is associate professor of Old Testament and director of the ThM program at Virginia Beach Theological Seminary. He is the editor of the Near East Archaeological Society Bulletin (NEASB), a peer-reviewed journal established in 1958. Mark earned his graduate degrees at The Master’s Seminary (PhD, Old Testament; ThM, Old Testament; and MDiv). In 2020 he will complete the editorial training program at the University of Chicago with a specialization in developmental editing. Previously, Dr. Hassler taught at The Master’s Seminary and Capital Seminary and Graduate School. He is the first vice president of the Evangelical Theological Society's eastern region, and he serves on the board of directors for the Near East Archaeological Society. Gary Urie 3J Museum Guide Photographer and Docent, Shiloh Photographer, and TBS Student ​ Gary is a retired police officer and Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology student at The Bible Seminary. Angela McClinton TBS Development Director, TBS Alumni • Bachelor's in Early Childhood Education (2002), Texas A&M University • Master's in Library Science (2007), Sam Houston State University • Master of Divinity (2018), The Bible Seminary A TBS Valedictorian and Summa Cum Laude Master of Divinity graduate, Angela has served as Executive Pastor of The Waters Church since 2018, where she has been a volunteer in church leadership and service ministries since her and her family helped found the church in 2003. She has worked as a freelance writer for Katy Magazine, a 2nd Grade Teacher at Odessa Kilpatrick Elementary School (2003-06), and a Kindergarten Teacher at Bear Creek Elementary School (2002-03). A native of Katy and a graduate of Mayde Creek High School, Angela also has a Bachelor’s in Early Childhood Education from Texas A&M and a Master’s in Library Science from Sam Houston State University. She and her husband, Jordan, have three daughters. The University of Pikeville Consortium Partner ​ The University of Pikeville A private university affiliated with the Presbyterian Church and located in Pikeville, Kentucky. It was founded in 1889 by the Presbyterian Church and is located on a 25-acre campus on a hillside overlooking downtown Pikeville. Carousel Pieterse 3J Museum Scheduling Coordinator, TBS Office Manager and Registrar ​ Carousel is a native of South Africa and has served as Chief of Customer Relations and Billing for Wise Information Technology (2018-19), volunteer Program Director for Katy Cares (2016-present), CEO and Managing Director of Heartware Life Skills Upgrade for Teens, CEO and Managing Director of Puisano Training Institute (2005-10), Executive Director and Chief of Strategic Relations and Corporate Communications for Puisano Business Development Group (1998-2005), National Marketing Manager of Perskor and Orion Publishers (1996-98), Carousel and her husband, Dawid, have two children: Davied (20) and Eanthe (16). She speaks Afrikaans, English, and understands Dutch. Dr. Charles Savelle TBS Adjunct Professor, Shiloh Square Supervisor • Bachelor of Arts in Biblical Studies (1998), The Criswell College • Master of Theology in Bible Exposition (2003), Dallas Theological Seminary • Ph.D. in Bible Exposition (2013), Dallas Theological Seminary Dr. Savelle is committed to the discipline of Bible exposition and has taught and preached the Bible locally, nationally, and internationally (Egypt, Hungary, Israel, Jordan, Korea, and the Philippines). He has earned a BA in Biblical Studies from the Criswell College and a Th.M. and Ph.D. from Dallas Theological Seminary. While Dr. Savelle enjoys teaching all sixty-six books of the Bible, his research interests relate to the book of Acts, and in particular, the Jerusalem Council (Acts 15). Other interests include the role of the Mosaic Law and the Christian and Biblical archaeology. He is also passionately committed to the ministry of the local church where he has served in a variety of capacities. Charles is married to Kathy, and they have three grown children, Charlie, Amy, and Becky. Associates for Biblical Research Consortium Co-Leader ​ Associates for Biblical Research (ABR) is a Christian apologetics ministry dedicated to demonstrating the historical reliability of the Bible through archaeological and biblical research. ABR provides teaching on subjects related to Creation and Evolution, Genesis 1-11 with special attention to biblical chronology, the global Flood and Noah’s Ark, ancient man and cultures from the Flood to Abraham and from Abraham to the formation of Israel in Egypt, the Exodus, the Conquest of Canaan, and the Monarchy. The teaching ministries of ABR include published research, popular articles in ABR publications and other magazines and journals, Digging for Truth TV, video presentations, seminars, and children’s educational ministries. The Shiloh excavation is one of ABR's key projects. Dr. Matt Glassman TBS Adjunct Professor, Shiloh Square Supervisor • BGS in Political Science (2005), University of Kansas • Master of Arts in Theology and Biblical Studies (2008), Franciscan University, (2012), Boston College • Ph.D in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations (2019), Yale University Dr. Glassman is a professor of religion and history at Fairfield University, Western Connecticut State University, and the University of New Haven. He has a BGS in Political Science from the University of Kansas, masters degrees in theology and Biblical Studies from Franciscan University and Boston College, and a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Languages and Civilizations from Yale University. He has been excavating in Israel and Iraq since 2014. Tommy Chamberlin Shiloh Square Supervisor, TBS Student ​ Tommy serves as Chief Assistant County Attorney in Pike County, Kentucky, as Adjunct Professor at University of Pikeville, and is a student at The Bible Seminary working toward his Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology.

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ASI News 40-year-old odyssey uncovers original ‘Home of God’ at Mount Ebal The Jerusalem Post Read More ABR Researchers Discover the Oldest Known Proto-Hebrew Inscription Ever Found Associates for Biblical Research Read More Abigail's Archaeological Adventures Abigail Leavitt Read More Amulet with Possible Hebrew Inscription Discovered on Mt. Ebal Associates of Biblical Research Read More Ancient Curse Inscription Deciphered from Tablet Discovered During Archaeological Wet Sift on Mt. Ebal Katy Christian Magazine Read More Ancient Hebrew Amulet Discovered at Mount Ebal in Israel ynet Read More Ancient Hebrew Writing on Tablet Discovered at Joshua's Altar Patterns of Evidence Read More Ancient Hebrew ‘Curse Tablet’ Discovered at Joshua’s Altar on Mt. Ebal Armstrong Institute of Biblical Archaeology Read More Ancient curse inscription deciphered from tablet discovered during archaeological wet sift on Mt. Ebal Religion News Service Read More Ancient curse tablet found by Katy archaeologist suggests new timeline for Old Testament events Houston Chronicle Read More Archaeologist claims to find oldest Hebrew text in Israel, including the name of God The Times of Israel Read More Discover Hidden Israel in this 4-part video series on InGrace InGrace Read More

Welcome to the Joshua, Judges, and Jesus: A Walk Through Biblical History (3J) exhibit at The Bible Seminary. As you explore the exhibit, you will be walking through biblical history. We present almost 200 artifacts. A few of them are replicas, but more than 90% are authentic. The core of the exhibit derives from Khirbet el-Maqatir (KeM), a small site situated ten miles north of Jerusalem. Schedule a tour 3J Merch. 3J Virtual Tour Get on the list Get on the List Subscribe to get exclusive updates Email Subscribe Thanks for subscribing! 3J Visitor “Excellent tour, it really brings clarity to the scriptures for people who doubt." 3J Virtual Tour

Item List Joshua's Conquest This seminar focuses on the internal biblical chronology and the external archaeological evidence of the Conquest as presented in the book of Joshua. The seminar may serve as a module for ELE501. Read More Late Second Writings and Ossuaries In this three-hour seminar, Dr. Craig Evans, Distinguished Professor of Christian Origins, will present two dynamic lectures. Read More

Academic Freedom Statement Core Values Doctrinal Statement < Back Covenantal Documents Academic Freedom Statement The Bible Seminary (TBS) provides academic instruction and vocational training for Christian ministers to perform as pastors, counselors, missionaries, church planters, and leaders. Supporting this mission are the seven adopted Core Values of TBS and basic Christian convictions stated in the TBS Covenantal Documents and the Faculty Handbook. Diversity of education and religious viewpoint is available to society through the plurality of global academic institutions. At TBS, we invite the richness of interpretation and study of the Bible as we seek its deepest meaning and truth. TBS is to be distinguished as an academic institution that shares a basic set of Core Values among its students, faculty, administrators, and Board of Trustees. Instruction, research, and academic investigation are to uphold and respect the positions provided in the Core Values, the Ethos and Doctrinal Statements, and the Faculty Handbook. For example, the following statement from the TBS Faculty Handbook summarizes one of our institutional doctrinal positions that we expect all TBS faculty to uphold: Creationism versus Evolution God created the heavens and the earth (Genesis 1:1); God set the land to produce seed-bearing plants and trees (Genesis 1:11-12); God created all living things in the sea and on land, and the birds of the sky (Genesis 1:20-25); and God created man, male and female (Genesis 1:26-27). Scientific observations make obvious that God’s creation is uniquely enabled by God to adapt to its environment, making subtle changes over time to survive and thrive in the world – a process often described as “micro-evolution.” Humans have also adapted and diversified, as indicated by the many races, peoples, and societies that have developed through the ages. However, this ability to adapt is not a substitution for the absolute truth that God created humans in His image (Genesis 1:27), breathed life into man (Genesis 2:7), and, after the discovery of sin by the first humans, Adam and Eve, God dispatched mankind to the less-than-perfect circumstances in which we live life today (Genesis 3:14-24). Therefore, while we acknowledge the phenomena of micro-evolution, we reject the macro-evolutionary theory of how plants, animals, and humans came to exist. Rather, we embrace the biblical view of creation that God created the heavens and the earth and all that is within it, including humans. We are open to either a young earth view of creation (where “yowm” = 24-hour period) or an old earth view of creation (where “yowm” = an age). In general, Academic freedom means individuals have rights to engage in intellectual debate, research, and speech, through written or electronic correspondence, on and off campus, without fear of censorship, retaliation, or sanction. This freedom encompasses rights to maintain academic standards and gives faculty members reasonable latitude in deciding how to teach assigned courses; encourages intellectual integrity; sustains pedagogical approaches consistent with disciplines taught; and informs evaluations of student work, all exercised within the shared boundaries defined by the TBS Covenantal Documents. Academic freedom does not involve expressions that substantially impair the rights of others or the imposition of political, religious, or philosophical beliefs on individuals of the TBS community. Academic Freedom does not provide protection of faculty who demonstrate professional ignorance, incompetence, or dishonesty with regard to their assigned discipline or fields of expertise, or who engage in arbitrary or capricious evaluation of students. All members of the TBS community have a right to due process. Anyone alleging or responding to a potential breach of academic freedom should follow the TBS Grievance Policy. Core Values Lordship – Because He is Lord (Philippians 2:11), we will continually ask Jesus Christ to sit on the throne of the seminary and on the throne of the lives of its faculty, administrators, and students for the glory of God (1 Corinthians 10:31). Bible – Because the Bible is the fully true Word of God (2 Timothy 3:16), we will offer and require the study of all 66 books of the Bible before graduation with a degree. We will seek to creatively integrate classical theological disciplines and ministry training by studying books of the Bible (i.e. Church History will begin with the Book of Acts and keep going; Pastoral Leadership will come through the study of the Pastoral Epistles; Systematic Theology will flow out of the study of the Pauline Epistles) Prayer – Because apart from Him we can do nothing (John 15:5), we will continually seek to plug into the Vine Jesus Christ through yielding to Him in prayer. We will offer a unique emphasis on prayer, integrated with the curriculum, in classroom settings, meetings, and continual prayer opportunities in the life of the seminary. Unreached Peoples – Because the return of Christ awaits the evangelization of all people groups (Matthew 24:14), we will keep our eyes on the unreached peoples of the world and train our students to have a heart for the fulfillment of the Great Commission (Matthew 28:18-20) by seeking to reach millions of souls for Jesus Christ. Local Church – Because the church universal (the body of Christ) is God’s plan (Matthew 16:18), comprised of local churches (Acts 20:28; Romans 16:3-5; Acts 5:42), we will have a symbiotic relationship of service, training and education with local churches and parachurch ministries. Community – Because we were created for community (Genesis 1:26; Hebrews 10:24-25), we will seek to build a unique fellowship where we continually grow together in relationship and as followers of Christ, seeking to live as examples of biblical community, where authenticity and accountability are practiced, and where integrity is modeled and taught (Romans 12:4-5; Acts 2:42-47; 4:32-35). Compassion – Because God has a huge heart for the poor and overlooked (Matthew 25:31-46), we will strive to motivate, equip, and train students to minister to “the least of these” as a lifestyle. Doctrinal Statement We believe in the inspiration and authority of Scripture – The Bible is the only inspired Word of God, fully true, and our sole authority for all that we believe and do (2 Timothy 3:16-17; 2 Peter 1:20- 21; Matthew 5:18). We hold to the inerrancy of Scripture, as outlined in the “Chicago Statement on Biblical Inerrancy .” We believe in one God – There is only one true God who exists eternally in three Persons: God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit (Genesis 1:26; Deuteronomy 6:4; Matthew 28:19; John 14:9; Acts 5:3-4,9; 2 Corinthians 3:17; 13:14; Hebrews 1:1-3, I John 5:7). We believe in the deity and humanity of Christ – Jesus Christ is Lord, being fully God and yet fully Man, born of a virgin, as affirmed in the Nicene, and Apostles’ Creeds (Matthew 1:18-23; Luke 1:26- 38; John 1:1-2,14; Philippians 2:5-8; Colossians 1:13-20; Hebrews 1:8). We believe in substitutionary atonement – Jesus Christ died on the cross as our substitute – taking upon Himself the penalty of the sins of fallen humans (John 1:29; Romans 3:25-26; 5:8, 12-19; Galatians 3:13; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 3:18). We believe in the resurrection of Christ – Jesus rose from the dead in a bodily resurrection defeating sin and death (Romans 6:4-9; 10:9; 1 Corinthians 15:3-6). We believe in salvation by grace through faith alone – A person is saved from eternal separation from God as a free gift when that person places their faith in Jesus Christ who is the only way to the Father (John 1:12; 3:16; 5:24; 14:6; Acts 4:12; Romans 1:16-17; Ephesians 2:8-9; Revelation 21:27). We believe in the Second Coming of Jesus Christ – Jesus Christ will come again to judge the living and the dead (Matthew 24-25; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-18; Revelation 19-21). We believe in heaven and hell – Believers in Jesus Christ will be resurrected to everlasting blessedness and joy in eternal fellowship with God (1 Corinthians 15:35-57; 2 Corinthians 5:1-9; Philippians 3:20-21; 1 Thessalonians 4:13-17; Revelation 21:1-7; 22:1-5). Unbelievers will be resurrected to conscious separation from God and eternal punishment (Matthew 25:41,46; Mark 9:43-48; 2 Thessalonians 1:7-9; Revelation 14:9-11;20:10-15; 21:8). WHERE WE STAND ON SOME CONTROVERSIAL SOCIAL ISSUES We acknowledge that the following social issues generate much pain and division in some faith communities, and we do not approach these issues lightly or glibly. But we also acknowledge that at the heart, these are authority of Scripture issues. We believe the Bible is clear about the following: Abortion – We believe human life inside a mother’s womb begins at conception and that at conception, a real human being is created in the image of God (Psalm 139:13-16; Jeremiah 1:4- 5; Luke 1:39-45) and, therefore, that abortion is murder and wrong/sin (Exodus 20:13). We believe God offers full forgiveness to an abortive mother/father who has turned to Jesus Christ (Colossians 2:13-15; Ephesians 1:7). Celibacy, Marriage, and Sexuality – We believe God created humans in His image, intentionally and immutably male and female, each bringing unique and complementary qualities to sexuality and relationships (e.g., Genesis 1:27; 2:18, 21-24; Matthew 19:4-5; Ephesians 5:22-33). Celibacy, marriage, and sexuality in general are gifts from God to be expressed: (1) within specific boundaries He designed for our safety and pleasure, and (2) within the confines of His purposes, which include gratefully honoring the Lord with our bodies and minds (e.g., Proverbs 6:20-7:27; Romans 12:1-2; 1 Corinthians 6:19-20; 7:19-20; Ephesians 4:17-5:21). We believe God ordained marriage to be a lifelong union between one man and one woman (e.g., Genesis 2:18, 21-24; Matthew 19:4-9, Mark 10:5-9, Ephesians 5:31). God’s design for sexual acts is within marriage for the purpose of moral human procreation and the unique pleasurable intimacy (one flesh) intended for husbands and wives (e.g., Genesis 1:27-28; 9:1; 35:11; Psalm 127:3; Proverbs 5:18-19; Song of Solomon 7:6-13; 1 Corinthians 7:5). Sexual acts outside God- instituted boundaries are sinful and defy God’s natural order, plans, and purposes (e.g., Exodus 20:14; Leviticus 18:7-23; 20:10-21; Matthew 5:27-28; 15:19; 1 Corinthians 6:9-13; Galatians 5:19; Colossians 3:5; 1 Thessalonians 4:2-8; 1 Timothy 1:8-11; Jude 7, cf. Genesis 19). We do not believe in ordaining self-avowed practicers of such sexual sin, and do not believe in ceremonies that celebrate same-sex unions (e.g., Leviticus 18:22; 20:13; Romans 1:18-32; Hebrews 13:4). Ministry Leadership – We believe persons engaged in willful, ongoing sinful practice(s) should not serve in ministry leadership (Romans 1:18-32; I Corinthians 5:1-13 and 6:9-20; I Thessalonians 4:1-8; I Timothy 3:1-13; Titus 1:5-9), and those already serving in ministry leadership who engage in ongoing sinful behavior(s) should be disciplined and removed from ministry leadership (I Samuel 15: Matthew 18:15-18). We believe true repentance is an essential first step in the sanctification process necessary towards restoration of ministry leadership (I Corinthians 6:9-11; I Thessalonians 4:1-8). Therefore, anyone considering ministry leadership via a path that includes seeking a degree from and/or working for The Bible Seminary should evidence public and private freedom from sinful behavior(s) over time (Matthew 3:8; Acts 26:20; James 2:14-26), since ministry leadership is incorporated into official positions and roles at The Bible Seminary, including administration, board, faculty, staff, volunteers and students.” Ethos Statement It is a high honor and privilege to represent God to people by training for and serving in ministry. When people see someone “in the ministry,” they see that person as representing Christ’s church. It is for this reason that the Bible outlines in 1 Timothy 3 some of the expectations and qualifications of a leader in the church. It is very important for each member of the seminary community (no matter what their position) to seek to live up to these standards (with God’s help and empowerment). Thus, we ask each member of the seminary community to covenant to lead a life that is “above reproach” as defined by the following Ethos Statement. The heart of this document is healthy community full of grace and truth (John 1:17). As a member of the seminary community, I agree, with God’s help and empowerment, to live by the following ideals to the best of my ability: I will seek to walk with God through a personal relationship with Jesus Christ (Genesis 5:22; John 17:3; Mark 12:29-31; Ephesians 2:8-9). I will seek to have no other gods than Jesus Christ (Exodus 20:3-6; 1 Peter 3:15). I will seek to keep myself from idolatry (1 John 5:21) by not making idols out of money, sex, power, people, material things, school, or ministry success. I will work as “unto the Lord” (Colossians 3:23-24). I will give God my best in my family, in my job performance and in my training for ministry. I will refrain from sexual immorality (1 Thessalonians 4:3-5). If I am married, I will be faithful to my spouse (Exodus 20:14). If I am single, I will remain celibate in my singleness. I will not engage in homosexual practice (1 Corinthians 6:9-11). I will refrain from drunkenness or the use of illegal drugs (Ephesians 5:18). I will not allow a substance to control me, rather I will seek to be controlled by God. If I choose to “drink socially,” I will do so in a way that does not cause other people to stumble (1 Corinthians 8). I will practice Biblical conflict resolution. If someone hurts or offends me, I will go to that person and speak the truth in love (Ephesians 4:15,25) and forgive them (Ephesians 4:32). If this does not resolve the issue, I will then involve a second person as prescribed in Matthew 18:15- 17. I will not slander another person by talking negatively about him/her (Ephesians 4:31). I will seek to build others up with my words (Ephesians 4:29). If I cannot bring resolution through these steps, I will seek counsel. I will be respectful of those in authority over me and submit to their leadership (Hebrews 13:17) unless they were to call me to do something contrary to Scripture (Acts 5:27-29). I will seek humbleness in my life (1 Peter 5:5-6). The purpose of this Ethos Statement is to maintain order (1 Corinthians 14:40) and to uphold integrity, respect, honor, and character (2 Timothy 2:20-22). There is plenty of grace in this community for mistakes (James 5:16), whereas there is not room in this community for blatant and unrepentant rebellion (1 Corinthians 5). I agree to do my best to live by this Ethos Statement with God’s help and power through Jesus Christ and for His glory. Institutional Objectives The Bible Seminary strives to provide faculty, staff, and support services that do the following: Promote belief in Jesus Christ as LORD and the centrality of discipleship by offering Christ- centered educational programs and courses. Promote all 66 books of the BIBLE as the fully true Word of God by integrating the study of these biblical books into studies of classical theological disciplines and ministry training. Promote the vital priority of PRAYER by modeling and teaching prayer in classes, events, meetings, publications, and retreats. Promote awareness of and compassion for UNREACHED PEOPLES of the world by offering education in missions and engagement in cross-cultural endeavors. Promote experiential training by integrating LOCAL CHURCH and parachurch ministry leaders, site visits, and service opportunities into educational experiences. Promote authenticity, accountability, and integrity through genuine communication, collaborative learning, and ethical relationships in an academic faith COMMUNITY . Promote COMPASSION by providing education and cooperative experiences in ministering to the poor, overlooked, and underprivileged.Progress in achieving each institutional objective is measured with Likert Scale assessments completed by students prior to beginning and upon completion of curriculum. Institutional Outcomes The student will demonstrate mastery of all 66 biblical books by completing a summative Capstone project (CAP 590) as the culmination of his or her program prior to graduating with a degree. The student will demonstrate learning proficiency, progression in study skills, and academic achievement through successfully passing course exams, improving scores between pre-course and post-course assessments, research reports, written papers, and class presentations. The student will demonstrate evidence of core ministry skills in basic and advanced hermeneutics, pastoral leadership, preaching and teaching, biblically-based counseling, and cultivation of personal and group spiritual formation by successfully passing course exams, improving scores between pre-course and post-course assessments, and submitting high quality research reports, written papers, class presentations, and ministry service reports. The student will demonstrate exegetical comprehension and applied learning from the study of biblical cultures, languages, history and theology through successful engagement in course assignments and ministry activities within the seminary educational community and beyond, and by successfully passing course exams, improving scores between pre-course and post- course assessments, and submitting high quality research reports, written papers and class presentations. Key Verse "They read from the book of the Law of God, making it clear and giving the meaning so that the people could understand what was being read." – Nehemiah 8:8 Mission Our mission is to foster biblical literacy through studies of all 66 books of the Bible, cultivate professional and lay leadership skills, and deploy trained Christian disciples in service worldwide. Nondiscriminatory Policy The Bible Seminary admits students of any race, sex, color, disability, age, or national or ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the Seminary. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, sex, color, disability, age, or national or ethnic origin in the administration of its hiring policies, educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship and loan programs, and other school-administered programs. Philosophy of Education We believe the Bible, written by many authors and inspired by one Spirit, is the best training manual for ministry. We believe that engaging in ministry, analyzing ministry, and studying ministry – in association with called, life-giving, seasoned and Spirit-filled professionals – is an effective educational model. We believe a balanced, Bible-based, Christ-centered, mission-focused educational approach includes a comprehensive curriculum that integrates studying all 66 biblical books along with studying standard historical, theological, and practical disciplines critical to developing professional skills for 21st century ministry. We believe that challenging and nurturing students, getting them into the Word of God, and helping them think biblically while listening to the Holy Spirit, involves a unique combination of professional ministry training, cutting-edge tools, and extraordinary experiences. We believe that interactive personal engagement over time, among groups of individuals with a common set of core values and doctrines and ethical standards, and with diverse backgrounds and experiences, can offer an exciting, family-friendly, practical, rich, and unparalleled learning environment. We believe that a journey of theological education should accomplish the following: Glorify the Lord Be rooted in His Word Nurture an intimate, faithful, trusting relationship with the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit Cultivate a contextual and more profound understanding of God and creation, scripture and the world, heaven and earth, culture and history, time and eternity, and things seen and unseen Equip students with relevant experiences, knowledge, relationships, training, and tools for a lifetime of ministry leadership Lead to a passionate commitment to love and serve the Lord and others with all that students are and have, in perpetuity. Vision The Bible Seminary (TBS) exists to glorify God by impacting multitudes of souls for Christ and to help fulfill the Great Commission by the power of God’s Spirit. Ethos Statement Institutional Objectives Institutional Outcomes Mission Nondiscriminatory Policy Philosophy of Education Key Verse Academic Freedom Statement Core Values Doctrinal Statement Ethos Statement Institutional Objectives Institutional Outcomes Key Verse Mission Nondiscriminatory Policy Philosophy of Education

Overview The Bible Seminary (TBS) is an independent, non-denominational, 501(c)(3) charitable institution of higher education incorporated in Texas in 2010 to offer training for laity and vocational ministry professionals. On-campus and Distance Education programs include a Certificate of Theological Studies non-degree program, as well as Dual Degree Completion, Master of Arts, and Master of Divinity degree programs. The seminary is an Accredited member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS), a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) approved to offer Distance Education, a member of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), an approved CEU provider for the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI), and an accredited member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA). TBS aims to help nurture a biblically literate populace via comprehensive, strategic, Bible-based training. Faculty seek to integrate studies of the Bible with instruction in historical, theological, and practical disciplines critical to developing professional skills for life and ministry. Experiential education occurs through classroom instruction, study tours, hands-on ministry training, and community-based training with ministry professionals. Leadership includes Dr. K. Lynn Lewis, President ; Dr. Scott Stripling, Provost ; Dr. Israel Steinmetz, Dean of the Graduate Programs and full-time Professor; numerous adjunct faculty, ministry professionals, and mentors who serve as part of the teaching team; and a Board of Trustees. Corporation Information Jan 2008 – Bible Institute organized Feb 2010 – Registered independent Domestic Non-Profit Corporation with the Texas Secretary of State , TX SOS #0801230198, TX Taxpayer #32041214118. Aug 2010 – Approved IRS 501(c)(3) charitable organization , Federal Employer Identification Number (EIN) #27-2190032. Mar 2011 – Approved by Texas Workforce Commission (TWC) May 2011 – Approved by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (TXHECB) Apr 2012-Jul 2021 – Approved Affiliate of the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) Oct 2015 – Approved CEU provider by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) Sep 2019 – Approved accredited member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) Oct 2020 – Approved Accredited Status by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) Apr 2021 – Approved Distance Education provider by TRACS Dec 2021 – Approved member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA) For more information, visit TBS profiles on the follwing websites: Council for Higher Education Database of Accredited Institutions (CHEA) U.S. Department of Education Database of Accredited Institutions (USDE) GuideStar Great Nonprofits Top-Rated List Foundational Commitments Distinctively clear Core Values (the Lordship of Christ, the Bible as the fully true Word of God, Prayer, Unreached Peoples, the Local Church, Community, and Compassion), Doctrine, and Ethos statements. Comprehensive, strategic training in all 66 books of the Bible integrated into instruction in the standard historical, theological, and practical disciplines critical to developing professional skills for 21st century ministry. Experiential education that directly engages graduate students in mentored learning throughout their degree programs, provides cutting-edge resource tools and training, community-based experiences including on-site visits with industry professionals, and study tour opportunities, such as a trip to the Holy Land. Commitment to graduating alumni with ZERO ($0) seminary debt.

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Executive Officers • President, Dr. K. Lynn Lewis (2014-present), Executive Vice-President/Provost (2011-13) • Provost, Dr. Scott Stripling (2017-present) • Vice-President of Finance and Administration, Mr. Rick McCalip (2010-present) • Board of Trustees, Mr. Adam Peters (Chair) with 11 total members Faculty • Two full-time administrators who also teach • One full-time faculty member and 15+ adjunct professors • 50+ professionals who serve as mentors and visiting teachers Founders • Dr. James E. Leggett, Founding President (2010-13) • Rev. Paul Helbig, Bible Institute Co-founder and Lead Faculty (2008-16) • Mr. Dan Dunham, Founding Board of Trustees Chair (2010-13) • Grace Fellowship Church, Seed funding for launch (2010-11) Incorporation and Licensing • Independent and non-denominational • Registered Domestic Non-Profit Corporation in the state of Texas (Feb 2010) • Registered IRS 501(c)(3) Charitable Institution of Higher Education (Aug 2010) • Exemption by Texas Workforce Commission (Mar 2011, Oct 2018, Aug 2020) • Exemption by Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board (May 2011) • Affiliate Member of the Association for Biblical Higher Education (2012 - Jul 2021) • Approved CEU provider by the Association of Christian Schools International (Oct 2015) • Approved by the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) for Applicant Status (Jan 2018); Candidate status (Apr 2019); Accredited status (Oct 2020); and to offer Distance Education (Apr 2021) • Approved accredited member of Evangelical Council Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA) (Sep 2019) • Approved member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (Dec 2021, Aug 2023) Programs • Master of Divinity (84-credit hours) • Master of Arts (four majors ranging from 48 to 60-credit hours) • Dual Degree Completion (Bachelor of Arts in Christian Ministry in conjunction with a TBS MA or MDiv) • Certificate of Theological Studies (27-credit hours) Special Program Elements • Distinctively clear Core Values (Lordship of Christ, Bible as fully true Word of God, Prayer, Unreached Peoples, The Local Church, Community, and Compassion), doctrine, and ethos statements • Holy Land Study Tour opportunity • Technological study and resource tools • Multiple experiential learning opportunities • Strong commitment to helping students graduate with ZERO ($0) seminary debt Unique Features • All programs cover all 66 books of the Bible • Comprehensive, relevant education and training for 21st century leadership • Local mentoring and training opportunities throughout the graduate degree programs • Educational experiences in classrooms, on-site visits to regional locations and international locations, especially in Israel

History 1996 Original Vision The passion for a vibrant Bible-based, Christ-centered, mission-focused training center for church laity and professional ministers began in the life and ministry of Dr. Jim Leggett, founder and senior pastor of Grace Fellowship United Methodist Church in Katy, Texas. Part of the church’s founding vision in 1996 included eventually creating a school offering seminary-level training to laity and initially visualized as a "Growth Institute." 2008 Bible Institute The original idea evolved into a “Bible Institute” under the leadership of Grace Fellowship UMC Teaching Pastor, Paul Helbig – a former teacher and key leader at the College of Biblical Studies in Houston, Texas. The church officially established a Bible Institute in 2008 to teach a series of lay courses covering all 66 books of the Bible. Classes were designed to be highly engaging and transformative, a joy and not a burden, taught by seminary-trained, credentialed instructors, and more intensive than typical Bible studies, but not quite as intense as a full-level seminary class. The original Bible Institute courses included Bible Study Methods, three Old Testament and three New Testament classes, and one missions class. Each course was one semester in length, and students generally met one night per week throughout a semester. 2009 Exploration and Planning Several key Grace Fellowship members began working diligently with Dr. Leggett and others to develop a graduate school as a separate, non-denominational, charitable, educational organization. The team selected a name – The Bible Seminary – and worked to establish bylaws, a Board of Trustees, core values, doctrines, ethos, financial support, incorporation in the state of Texas, institutional policies, and a program track for a three-year Master of Divinity degree aimed at attracting full-time, residential students. These tasks were completed or advanced significantly under the leadership of seminary Board Chair, Dan Dunham, and seminary Vice-President of Finance and Administration, Rick McCalip. 2010 Founding The Bible Seminary The Bible Seminary became officially registered as Domestic Non-Profit Corporation in the state of Texas in Feburary 2010, and an IRS 501(c)(3) Charitable Institution of Higher Education in August 2010. The new Board officially named Dr. Jim Leggett President of The Bible Seminary, and hosted a fundraiser at Grace Fellowship in which more than 260 church members and friends committed in excess of $1,100,000 to help launch the seminary. 2011 Organization The Board launched a nationwide search for an Executive Vice-President/Provost. Dr. K. Lynn Lewis – a dynamic professional with more than 25 years of experience as an entrepreneurial businessman, educator, fundraiser, and ministry leader – began serving TBS in July 2011. TBS received an exemption for its Master of Divinity program by the Texas Workforce Commission in March 2011, received a similar exemption from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board in May 2011, officially transferred the Bible Institute from Grace Fellowship UMC to The Bible Seminary in July 2011, and began publicizing and recruiting students for a new, 32-course, 96-hour Master of Divinity graduate school program scheduled to launch the next fall. The first ten Bible Certificate students completed their course of study in December 2011, four years after taking their first class. 2012 First Graduate Class The graduate program launched with 12 inaugural students on September 4, 2012. Faculty included Dr. Lewis, Professor Helbig, and select adjunct professors. TBS received approval for Affiliate status with the Association for Biblical Higher Education (ABHE) in April 2012 which lasted until ABHE ended their affiliation program in July 2021. 2013 Growth The seminary began offering an expanded slate of classes and options for both the Bible Certificate and Master of Divinity programs, as well as a Biblical Leadership Series of monthly seminars on various topics. 2014 Transitions Founding President, Dr. Jim Leggett, transitioned to a new role at the seminary in January 2014, and the Board of Trustees selected Dr. K. Lynn Lewis to serve as the new President. The seminary then launched a nationwide search for a new Provost (Chief Academic Officer), and in October 2014, Dr. Steve Adamson – a seasoned corporate and academic manager with worldwide experience – became the seminary’s new Provost. 2015 First Graduate Degrees TBS formally established a Master of Arts program, and developed a Dual Degree Completion option enabling those without a completed bachelor’s degree to enroll at TBS and graduate with both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Seven Master of Divinity and one Master of Arts received the first-ever TBS graduate degrees on May 17, 2015. TBS added a Licensed Professional program in September 2015 enabling those without a bachelor’s degree to obtain core TBS graduate level education. The Bible Certificate program added Spanish language classes and received approval by the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) in November 2015 to provide continuing education units for K-12 Christian education teachers. 2016 Initial Expansion The seminary began expanding course offerings into the northwest Houston region in association with churches and ministries in that area. By the end of the year, founding Professor Paul Helbig switched from full-time TBS employment to full-time disability leave due to health complications. 2017 Additional Staff, Growth, and Recognition The seminary hired a new Provost with 36 years of experience serving professionally as a pastor, principal, superintendent, professor, Development Director, teacher, coach, archaeologist, and more – Dr. Scott Stripling. TBS also hired a new full-time faculty member with an extensive background worldwide in educational administration, research, and teaching – Dr. Douglas Petrovich. TBS also implemented major revisions to the Bible Certificate program, added the “Bible Panorama” Bible Certificate course and “Biblical Archaeology” graduate course, and added new teaching sites in southwest Houston and in Luling, Texas. In December, TBS received recognition by the Knowledge Review as one of the "10 Most Preferred Divinity Schools for Religious Studies 2017." 2018 New Majors Added TBS added four defined Master of Arts majors ranging from 48 to 60-credit hours, including Master of Arts in Biblical History and Archaeology (60-credit hours), Master of Arts in Biblical Languages and Culture (54-credit hours), Master of Arts in Biblical Studies (60-credit hours), and Master of Arts in Church History and Theology (48-credit hours). The Board also approved a reduction in the hours required to complete a Master of Divinity from 96-credit hours to 84-credit hours, as well as revised the Licensed Professional program requirements from 8 courses to 9 courses totaling 18-credit hours. 2019 Candidacy Status The Bible Seminary became a member of the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS) by achieving Candidate Status as a Category III institution by the TRACS Accreditation Commission on April 16, 2019. Dr. Paul Nyquist, former President of Moody Bible Institute, joined the TBS administration full-time through 2019 as Dean of Graduate programs and Professor of Biblical Preaching, Leadership, and Theology. He moved to Adjunct Professor status in January 2020. 2020 - 2023 Accreditation, Programs, and Personnel In January 2020, following Dr. Nyquist’s change from full-time to adjunct status, TBS named Dr. Doug Petrovich Dean of the Graduate Programs and Mrs. Carousel Pieterse Director of the Bible Certificate Program. In October 2020, TBS renamed the “Licensed Professional” program the “Vocational Ministry Certificate” program, and earned Accredited Status with the Transnational Association of Christian Colleges and Schools (TRACS). In 2021, TBS received approval from TRACS to offer Distance Education and became a member of the National Council for State Authorization Reciprocity Agreements (NC-SARA). In 2022, four concentrations were added to the Master of Arts in Biblical Studies: Biblical Leadership, Christian Education, Media Production, and Missions. TBS also added a publishing division, Nehemiah Press; launched the Archaological Studies Institute; and hired Dr. Israel Steinmetz as Dean of Graduate Programs and Associate Professor of Practical Theology. In 2023, the former non-degree Bible Certificate and Vocational Ministry Certificate programs were converted into a non-degree Certificate of Theological Studies.