Some people think of archaeology as dry science or distant history, but it can actually serve as a strong source of encouragement for those who follow the Bible. While our faith is built on God’s Word (see Romans 10:17) and not on stones or scrolls, the discoveries made by archaeologists in deserts and ruins can powerfully confirm the Bible’s reliability and historical accuracy.
Peter reminds us, “For we did not follow cunningly devised fables when we made known to you the power and coming of our Lord Jesus Christ, but were eyewitnesses of His majesty” (2 Peter 1:16 NKJV).
Christianity is rooted in real events, real people, and real places. Archaeology doesn’t replace faith – it reinforces it, echoing the truth we already trust.
In his book Rivers in the Desert: A History of the Negev, Nelson Glueck observed: “It may be stated categorically that no archaeological discovery has ever controverted a biblical reference. Scores of archaeological findings have been made which confirm in clear outline or exact detail historical statements in the Bible.”
In this blog series, we’ll revisit some of the most significant archaeological discoveries of the last 100 years. Each one sheds light on a biblical account or personality and confirms what Christians have known to be true all along.
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