Have you ever heard something about the Bible your whole life… only to find out it may not actually be what Scripture says?

Friend, today’s episode is unlike anything we’ve ever done before. I’m joined by Amanda Hope Haley — a Harvard-trained biblical archaeologist (yes, you read that right!) — and our conversation will stretch your thinking in the very best way.

Amanda shares how archaeology helps us understand Scripture more clearly, not less. We talk about David and Goliath (and why the “giant” might not be what you think), Mary Magdalene’s misunderstood reputation, and how years of human interpretation sometimes overshadow the actual text.

But here’s the beautiful part: leaning into the hard questions doesn’t weaken faith — it strengthens it.

This episode will challenge you, inspire you, and deepen your confidence in God’s Word.

And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at @donnaajones. And don’t forget to subscribe so you don’t miss a single episode!

Xo,

Donna



Donna’s Resources:

Order a copy of my latest book - 

Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret. 

 

It is available anywhere books are sold– here is the link on Amazon. 

 

If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you’ll want a copy of my book, Seek: A Woman’s Guide to Meeting God.

 

It’s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith.

 

Connect with Amanda 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amandahopehaley/
Website: https://redhairedarchaeologist.com/ 

Book Stones Still Speak: How Biblical Archaeology Illuminates the Stories You Thought You Knew


Connect with Donna 

Instagram: @donnaajones    

Website: www.donnajones.org    

Donna’s speaking schedule: https://donnajones.org/events/ 

Have you ever heard something about the Bible your whole life&hellip; only to find out it may not actually be what Scripture says?
Friend, today&rsquo;s episode is unlike anything we&rsquo;ve ever done before. I&rsquo;m joined by Amanda Hope Haley &mdash; a Harvard-trained biblical archaeologist (yes, you read that right!) &mdash; and our conversation will stretch your thinking in the very best way.
Amanda shares how archaeology helps us understand Scripture more clearly, not less. We talk about David and Goliath (and why the &ldquo;giant&rdquo; might not be what you think), Mary Magdalene&rsquo;s misunderstood reputation, and how years of human interpretation sometimes overshadow the actual text.
But here&rsquo;s the beautiful part: leaning into the hard questions doesn&rsquo;t weaken faith &mdash; it strengthens it.
This episode will challenge you, inspire you, and deepen your confidence in God&rsquo;s Word.
And remember, I'd love to connect more on Instagram, where you'll find me at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>. And don&rsquo;t forget to subscribe so you don&rsquo;t miss a single episode!
Xo,
Donna 
Donna&rsquo;s Resources:
Order a copy of my latest book -&nbsp;
<a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">Healthy Conflict, Peaceful Life: A Biblical Guide to Communicating Thoughts, Feelings, and Opinions with Grace, Truth, and Zero Regret.&nbsp;</a>
&nbsp;
It is available anywhere books are sold&ndash; <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Healthy-Conflict-Peaceful-Life-Communicating/dp/1400243998">here is the link on Amazon.&nbsp;</a>
&nbsp;
If you need a helpful resource for someone exploring faith and Christianity or simply want to strengthen your own knowledge, you&rsquo;ll want a copy of my book, <a href="https://seekmeetinggod.com/">Seek: A Woman&rsquo;s Guide to Meeting God.</a>
&nbsp;
It&rsquo;s a must for seekers, new believers, and those who want to deepen their confidence in their faith.
&nbsp;
Connect with Amanda&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/amandahopehaley/">https://www.instagram.com/amandahopehaley/</a> Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://redhairedarchaeologist.com/">https://redhairedarchaeologist.com/</a>&nbsp;
Book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Stones-Still-Speak-Archaeology-Illuminates/dp/0800746481">Stones Still Speak: How Biblical Archaeology Illuminates the Stories You Thought You Knew</a>
 Connect with Donna&nbsp;
Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/donnaajones/?hl=en">@donnaajones</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Website:&nbsp;<a href="http://www.donnajones.org">www.donnajones.org</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
Donna&rsquo;s speaking schedule:&nbsp;<a href="https://donnajones.org/events/">https://donnajones.org/events/</a>&nbsp;

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged.

Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you.

 But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

That's Just What I Needed Podcast

If you’ve ever had a conversation where you’ve walked away thinking, “Wow! That was just what I needed”, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor’s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving “that’s just what I needed” conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she’ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna’s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

If you&rsquo;ve ever had a conversation where you&rsquo;ve walked away thinking, &ldquo;Wow! That was just what I needed&rdquo;, you know you felt encouraged, learned a thing or two, laughed, and maybe even felt a bit challenged. Author, national speaker, and pastor&rsquo;s wife, Donna Jones provides life-giving &ldquo;that&rsquo;s just what I needed&rdquo; conversations to help you know, love, and follow God in the midst of real-life--the one with daily demands and crazy cultural chaos. Sometimes she&rsquo;ll welcome a guest we can learn from; sometimes the conversation will be just her and you. But, Donna&rsquo;s hope is that each conversation will be exactly what you need.

That's Just What I Needed

A Conversation with Biblical Archaeologist, Amanda Hope Haley

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