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Academic Dean and Associate Professor < Back Previous Next Dr. Israel Steinmetz Academic Dean and Associate Professor Dr. Steinmetz is an author, pastor, and theologian with over twenty-five years of Christian leadership experience in preaching, teaching, writing, and pastoral ministry. He has served as a civilian chaplain with the United States Navy; as co-Director and Dean of Academic Affairs for Artios Christian College; as Co-Director, Dean of Academic Affairs, Curriculum Developer, and Adjunct for LifeSpring School of Ministry; as lead pastor at two churches; and as a Church Administrator. He and his wife Anna have been married since 2002 and have nine children.

< Back Jordan McClinton JJJ 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. Previous Next

The Dual Degree Completion (DDC) program allows students with an Associate’s degree (or equivalent), coursework toward an unfinished undergraduate degree, and life experiences that may count toward college credit to enroll in The Bible Seminary on a degree track culminating in both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Students who successfully complete this program earn a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies (BACS), and either a companion Master of Arts (MA) or a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree as described elsewhere in this catalog. The BACS incorporates previous college coursework (such as a 60-credit hour Associate’s degree), prior learning assessments, additional college studies, and TBS core graduate courses that can serve as dual bachelor/master credits. Dual Degree Completion The Dual Degree Completion (DDC) program allows students with an Associate’s degree (or equivalent), coursework toward an unfinished undergraduate degree, and life experiences that may count toward college credit to enroll in The Bible Seminary on a degree track culminating in both a bachelor’s and master’s degree. Students who successfully complete this program earn a Bachelor of Arts in Christian Studies (BACS), and either a companion Master of Arts (MA) or a Master of Divinity (MDiv) degree as described elsewhere in this catalog. The BACS incorporates previous college coursework (such as a 60-credit hour Associate’s degree), prior learning assessments, additional college studies, and TBS core graduate courses that can serve as dual bachelor/master credits. Learn More Apply Program Description TBS only offers a combined BA/MA or BA/MDiv – or a separate MA or MDiv – but not a stand-alone BA. The combined degree can be completed in as few as two (2) or three (3) years for some full-time students. Additional time may be required for students who have not satisfied all of the non-TBS degree requirements. Accepted students may enroll in a TBS graduate program without any modifications and transfer in or work concurrently to complete any non-TBS undergraduate requirements. Dual-degree graduates complete a combined total of between 138 and 150-credit hours for a BA/MA degree, or 174-credit hours for the BA/MDiv degree. Students are eligible to receive both degrees together after all requirements are completed for BOTH the undergraduate and graduate degrees and after all other conditions are met as detailed in the Graduation Policy in the TBS Student Handbook and TBS Policy Manual. The customized degree may require students to take courses from other colleges or universities. Tuition for any additional college courses and prior learning assessments outside of TBS and required to complete the bachelor’s degree are the responsibility of the student. Students enrolling in the program are responsible for applying, registering, enrolling, and transferring in credits from other schools and LearningCounts.org with respect to non-TBS undergraduate degree requirements. TBS tuition and fees for dual-credits and graduate credits are the same. This type of combined degree structure conforms to the guidelines found in various accrediting agencies, including ABHE (Association for Biblical Higher Education), ATS (Association of Theological Schools), SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools), and TRACS (Transnational Association of Christian Schools). Financial aid through the TBS Student Scholarship Fund may be available to help fund dual-credit and graduate-level courses offered by TBS. See “Financial Aid” resources for more information. App ly

c0504318-17f3-4cc3-aa12-9eadfc0a467e Bible Certificate Program 10 credit hours <<< back Purpose Apply The PURPOSE of the Bible Certificate program is to help nurture a biblically literate populace via comprehensive, strategic Bible-based studies. The 10-credit, non-degree educational program for ages 16 and up is offered by The Bible Seminary in association with churches, denominations, individuals, ministries, and other organizations. The CORE curriculum consists of 7 courses (8 credits) designed to help students internalize the worldwide impact of Judeo-Christian history and culture by strategically covering all 66 books of the Bible, teaching how to study Scripture, and mentoring the practice of studying specific passages. The ELECTIVE options (2 credits) offer students a wide range of Bible-based experiences and opportunities to reinforce applied learning and skills, as well as allow some flexibility to tailor the program to meet individual needs and interests while maintaining educational standards. Most courses are also eligible for CEU credit through the Association of Christian Schools International (ASCI). Program Objectives The student will gain a perspective of the Bible as a whole, its place in culture and history, and its relevance for contemporary life. The student will gain a strong foundation for leading and teaching persons of all ages. The student will prepare for Christian leadership at home, family, church, community, and career. The student will engage in a shared community of advanced learning with highly skilled instructors and passionate co-learners and gain confidence for serving as a ministry leader. Learning Outcomes The student will understand the basic thematic flow of the Bible as demonstrated by the Bible Panorama post-course assessment. The student will understand the basic chronological flow of the Bible as demonstrated by the Bible Panorama post-course assessment. The student will understand the basic geographical flow of the Bible as demonstrated by the Bible Panorama post-course assessment. Frequency of Offering The Bible Certificate Program offers core and elective content each fall and spring semester with on-campus weekday and weeknight options, as well as synchronous (live online) and asynchronous (recorded online) Distance Education options. Certificate-level content is embedded into portions of graduate-level courses as specifically designated in individual course syllabi. As noted on the following “Bible Certificate Program Outline,” most certificate course portions involve the equivalent of 8 once-per-week class sessions approximating 22 hours of class time. See the current Academic Calendar for specific times and locations of upcoming courses available. Bible Certificate Program Outline Many BC courses are integrated into sections (usually the first 8 weeks) of TBS graduate courses. The CORE courses listed below indicate the Bible Certificate course number, as well as the corresponding equivalent graduate course option(s). Note: BC students should register for the BC course number listed when signing up for classes, NOT the graduate course number. Bible Certificate (BC) ⚫ CORE courses (All 7 required) ⚫ BP001: Bible Panorama ➢ SFM 500: Spiritual Formation & Ministry A sweep of the entire Bible that provides a Big Picture view of Scripture. Introduces students to the content, themes, and background of all 66 books of the Old and New Testaments. 14 weeks, 4 CEU’s Hours: 2 ⚫ BSM001: Bible Study Methods ➢ BSM 501: Bible Study Methods – Esther, Obadiah, Mark Learn how to study the Bible through observation, interpretation, correlation, and application. Introduces literary types and cultural contexts of biblical writers that affect understanding and application of ancient texts to modern contexts. 8 weeks, 2 CEU’s Hours: 1 ⚫ OT001: Old Testament I ➢ SFM 501: Spiritual Formation and Ministry I – Exodus & Numbers portion ➢ THE 501: Theology I – Genesis Study of foundational Old Testament historical books. 8 weeks, 2 CEU’s Hours: 1 ⚫ OT002: Old Testament II ➢ PAS 511: Pastor-Leader I – Ruth, 1 & 2 Samuel and 1 & 2 Kings ➢ PRA 501: Prayer and Worship I – Leviticus, 1 & 2 Chronicles, and Psalms Study of Old Testament historical or wisdom books. 8 weeks, 2 CEU’s Hours: 1 ⚫ OT003: Old Testament III ➢ MIS 503: Missions III (Anthropology) – Hosea, Amos, Micah, and Zephaniah ➢ PAS 501: Pastor-Shepherd I – Job, Jeremiah, & Lamentations Study of Old Testament prophetic books. 8 weeks, 2 CEU’s Hours: 1 ⚫ NT001: New Testament I ➢ SFM 501: Spiritual Formation and Ministry I – Matthew portion ➢ SFM 506: Spiritual Formation and Ministry VI – Gospel of John portion ➢ THE 503: Theology III – 1 & 2 Corinthians, 1 & 2 Timothy, and Titus ➢ THE 510: Church History I – Acts Study of New Testament history. 8 weeks, 2 CEU’s Hours: 1 ⚫ NT002: New Testament II ➢ THE 502: Theology II – Romans and Hebrews ➢ THE 504: Theology IV – Joel, Daniel, 2 Peter, and Revelation Study of New Testament theology. 8 weeks, 2 CEU’s Hours: 1 CORE hours = 8 ELECTIVE Courses (2 required, select from any options available) ELECTIVE hours = 2 BC = 7 CORE + 2 Electives = 9 courses (10-credit hours) Bible Certificate Elective Options ⚫ Graduate Course Audit Audit any graduate course offered by TBS and receive Bible Certificate credit. Audit students take classes and may participate in class assignments but are not required to turn in work for a grade or to take course exams or finals. However, TBS audit students DO have the option of requesting that their work be graded and may take exams and finals in case they do decide to eventually pursue a degree. In such cases, students may petition the Provost to convert audit course work for graduate credit. ⚫ General Bible Certificate courses offered by TBS ⚫ God and Science , 8weeks, 1 TBS credit; 2CEU’s Exploration of fundamental concepts related to reconciling God, the Bible, and science. This course equips students to confidently respond to critics of the Bible who attempt to use science to undermine it. ⚫ Holy Land Tour Prep , 8 weeks, 1 TBS credit An introduction to the geography and cultures of Bible lands designed to help prepare students for a trip to Israel. Course content specifically focuses on sites scheduled for visits during TBS study tours but is also helpful for anyone going on any trip to Israel, since most groups visit many of the same sites. ⚫ SoulCare(SOULutions) ,8 weeks,1 TBS credit; 2 CEU’s Learn how to apply the Bible to daily challenges of life, including practical ways of advising others and offering hope to those who long for encouragement and biblical wisdom. ⚫ Other Non-TBS offered electives (Provost must approve to receive TBS credit) Bible Study series , such as Beth Moore, Bible Study Fellowship, Disciple Bible Study (I, II, III, or IV), Navigators, Precept Ministries, UpWord, or other (including Rightnow Media series). Topical series , such as Alpha, Emotionally Healthy Spirituality, Financial Peace University, Ibloom, Stephen Ministry Training, or other. Trips ▪ Cross-cultural mission trip ▪ Study tour of the Holy Land ▪ Study tour of other Biblical or Christian history locations Notes : 1. First time enrollment in a Bible Certificate course requires completion of a Non-Degree Application. 2. Students may take individual courses without officially enrolling in the Bible Certificate program. 3. Graduates of the Bible Certificate program are welcome to retake classes and/or take additional electives. 4. For educational and other professionals who need CEU credits, The Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI) has approved most TBS CORE courses for 2 CEU’s. 5. Grading for Bible Certificate courses is Pass or Fail and is determined by attendance. Except in unusual circumstances, in order to receive course credit, Bible Certificate students must attend at least 75% of class sessions. 6. To review and register for upcoming Bible Certificate classes, please visit TheBibleSeminary.edu and click the upcoming semester link under “Academics.” Program Objectives Learning Outcomes BC Program Outline Purpose Program Objectives Learning Outcomes BC Program Outline

Armstrong Institute of Biblical Archaeology < Back Previous Next Ancient Hebrew ‘Curse Tablet’ Discovered at Joshua’s Altar on Mt. Ebal Armstrong Institute of Biblical Archaeology Ancient Hebrew ‘Curse Tablet’ Discovered at Joshua’s Altar on Mt. Ebal , Armstrong Institute of Biblical Archaeology, Christopher Eames, 2/24/2022 And it shall come to pass, when the Lord thy God shall bring thee into the land wither thou goest to possess it, that thou shalt set the blessing upon mount Gerizim, and the curse upon mount Ebal. … Then Joshua built an altar unto the Lord, the God of Israel in mount Ebal, as Moses the servant of the Lord commanded …” (Deuteronomy 11:29; Joshua 8:30-31). In a press release today, archaeologist Dr. Scott Stripling and his team of archaeologists and epigraphers announced the stunning discovery of a folded lead “curse tablet” following the wet-sifting of excavation fills at the site of “Joshua’s Altar” on Mount Ebal... More Previous Next

< Back 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. Previous Next

Explore our diverse offerings at The Bible Seminary, including course auditing for in-depth learning, certificate programs for specialized knowledge, and enriching seminars for personal growth. Join us on a journey of spiritual and theological education today! Audit, Certificate Programs or Seminars Audit a Class Get Started Taking an audit course at TBS allows for our students to get a feel for the class atmosphere. Simply attend the audit class for personal enrichment or take a audit class, complete the work and get credit. Certificate of Theological Studies Program Get Started The CORE curriculum consists of 7 courses (8 credits) designed to help students internalize the worldwide impact of Judeo-Christian history and culture by strategically covering all 66 books of the Bible, teaching how to study Scripture, and mentoring the practice of studying specific passages. Most courses are also eligible for CEU credit through the Association of Christian Schools International (ASCI). TBS Seminars Get Started TBS seminars provide an opportunity to learn from experts, that includes interactive discussion, practical advise and hands-on experience.

4 < Back Previous Next Student Achievement The Bible Seminary's Retention and Graduation Data YEAR RETENTION RATE TRANSFER-OUT RATE GRADUATION RATE TOTAL GRADUATES JOB PLACEMENT RATE 2020 85.7% 0% 100% 1 0% 2021 84.6% 0% 100% 2 0% 2022 81.8% 9% 100% 7 57% 2023 85.1% 0% 100% 5 60% 2024 86.6% 0% 100% 3 66.6% 2025 87.5% 0% 100% 2 N/A TRACS DEFINITIONS: Retention Rate: Percentage of first-time, full-time (minimum 9 credit hours) graduate degree seeking students enrolled in the previous fall who re-enrolled or successfully completed their program by the current fall. Transfer-Out Rate: Percentage of first-time, full-time, graduate degree seeking students who transferred to another institution. Graduation Rate: Percentage of first-time, full-time, graduate degree seeking, graduate degree completers who did so within 150% of the normal (or expected) time for completion. Total Graduates: The total number of graduate degree completers used to calculate graduation rate. Job Placement Rate: Percentage of graduates who find field-of-study related employment within 12 months of graduation (excluding those graduates who enrolled in additional higher education programs). Retention

The Times of Israel < Back Previous Next Archaeologist claims to find oldest Hebrew text in Israel, including the name of God The Times of Israel Archaeologist claims to find oldest Hebrew text in Israel, including the name of God , The Times of Israel, Amanda Borschel-Dan, 3/24/2022 Archaeologist Dr. Scott Stripling and a team of international scholars held a press conference on Thursday in Houston, Texas, unveiling what he claims is the earliest proto-alphabetic Hebrew text — including the name of God, “YHVH” — ever discovered in ancient Israel. It was found at Mount Ebal, known from Deuteronomy 11:29 as a place of curses... More Previous Next

Provost, Vice-President of Donor Relations, and Professor < Back Previous Next Dr. Scott Stripling Provost, Vice-President of Donor Relations, and Professor 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 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.

Explore the biblical past with The Archaeological Studies Institute (ASI) at The Bible Seminary in Katy, Texas. We oversee archaeological excavations, research, and study in collaboration with the Associates of Biblical Research (ABR) consortium at Ancient Shiloh. Join us on a journey of discovery through ancient history and biblical lands. Unearth the mysteries of the past today! About The Archaeological Studies Institute (ASI) supervises archaeological excavations, research, and study associated with The Bible Seminary (TBS) and leads of the Associates of Biblical Research (ABR) consortium excavating at Ancient Shiloh. ASI News ASI Projects ASI Media ASI Team Go on a Dig