50 Archaeological Discoveries That Confirm the Bible with Dr. Paul Weaver

About this episode

Dr. Michael Easley interviews Dr. Paul Weaver about archaeological discoveries that support the historical reliability of the Bible.

Can archaeology really confirm what the Bible records? In this episode of inContext, Dr. Michael Easley sits down with archaeologist and Dallas Theological Seminary professor Dr. Paul Weaver to discuss his new book, Faith Affirming Findings: 50 Archaeological Discoveries That Validate the Historicity and Reliability of Scripture. From the fallen walls of Jericho to Hezekiah’s Tunnel, the Pool of Siloam, Peter’s house in Capernaum, and the famous Lachish Reliefs, Dr. Weaver explores some of the most compelling archaeological discoveries connected to the biblical world. Together, they discuss how these findings continue to challenge skepticism and strengthen confidence in the Bible’s historical reliability. Whether you're interested in biblical archaeology, apologetics, Israel, or defending your faith, this conversation offers fascinating insights into how archaeology helps illuminate Scripture and its historical context. If you've ever wondered whether the Bible can be trusted, this episode is for you. Chapters 00:00 Archaeology and the Bible: Critics Proven Wrong 00:40 Introduction to Dr. Paul Weaver 03:23 Can Archaeology Validate Scripture? 03:51 Minimalists vs. Maximalists…

People in this episode

Host: Dr. Michael Easley

Guest: Dr. Paul Weaver

Topics covered

• archaeology
• biblical history
• historical reliability of Scripture
• apologetics
• faith
• skepticism

Keywords

• archaeology
• Bible
• historicity
• Jericho
• Hezekiah's Tunnel
• Pool of Siloam
• Capernaum
• Lachish Reliefs
• faith
• apologetics

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Dallas Theological Seminary

Books & works: Faith Affirming Findings: 50 Archaeological Discoveries That Validate the Historicity and Reliability of Scripture

Places: Jericho, Hezekiah’s Tunnel, Pool of Siloam, Capernaum, Lachish, Israel

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