About Dr. Justin Singleton
Dr. Justin Singleton is a biblical archaeologist, professor, minister, and United States Army combat veteran who helps churches understand the historical and cultural world of the Bible.
He holds a Ph.D. in Near Eastern Archaeology from Andrews University, an M.A. in Religion with an emphasis in Biblical Cultural Settings from Cincinnati Christian University, and a B.A. in Ministerial Education from God’s Bible School and College. He currently teaches college courses in the history, literature, religions, and archaeology of the ancient Near East.
Dr. Singleton’s teaching brings together careful biblical interpretation, archaeology, ancient history, and practical Christian ministry. His aim is not merely to present interesting facts about the ancient world, but to help Christians read Scripture with greater understanding and confidence. He communicates specialized academic material in language that is clear, engaging, and useful for pastors, Sunday school teachers, ministry leaders, and interested members of the local church.
His archaeological experience includes fieldwork in Jordan, Cyprus, Sicily, and the United Kingdom. His doctoral research examined Late Bronze Age pottery from Mokarta, Sicily, using traditional ceramic analysis, experimental archaeology, replica production, and use-wear analysis to investigate how ancient vessels were manufactured and used. He has served in supervisory and leadership roles on archaeological projects and has presented his research in academic settings.
Before beginning his academic career, Dr. Singleton studied for Christian ministry and regularly filled local church pulpits. He later served with an infantry reconnaissance platoon in Iraq and was awarded the Combat Infantryman Badge. These experiences have shaped his commitment to teaching that is historically responsible, biblically grounded, and attentive to the needs of ordinary Christians and local congregations.
Dr. Singleton speaks on subjects including:
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Archaeology and the historical reliability of the Bible
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The ancient Near Eastern background of the Old Testament
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The religions and cultures of the biblical world
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Biblical history and geography
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How archaeology should—and should not—be used in biblical interpretation
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Warfare, kingship, covenant, temples, sacrifice, and daily life in the ancient world
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Faith, suffering, military service, and Christian vocation
He is available for church services, Bible conferences, ministry-training events, Christian education programs, retreats, lectures, and multi-session teaching weekends. Presentations can be adapted for general congregations, pastors and ministry leaders, college students, or more academically oriented audiences.
Dr. Singleton approaches Scripture from a conservative evangelical perspective and regards the Bible as authoritative for Christian faith and practice. His desire is to place responsible scholarship in service to the church, helping believers better understand the world of Scripture without obscuring its theological message.
He and his wife are the parents of five children and live in southwestern Ohio.
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