What difference does being or not being a Christian have to do with good science? He was an archaeologist not a theologian. If you read enough of his works you will discover he thought the Bible was a collection of unsubstantiated legends and myths. He finally concluded, from his field experience, the Jews were very careful record keepers. Even Nelson Glueck, who claimed to be an atheist, said the same thing.
"Only Christ is the fullness of God's revelation." Everyday Hunter
