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Get 50+ Bible courses, monthly live sessions with Bart, and a community of 1,500+ truth seekers — all without academic jargon or anyone telling you what to believe.

🔓 Unlock $4,000+ of university-level courses

1,500+ MEMBERS

Discuss the Bible with curious minds

50+ COURSES

250+ hours of biblical insights, on-demand

JARGON-FREE ZONE

College-level content. Everyday language

courses taught by the scholars who wrote the books


50+ courses. Taught by Bart Ehrman, Hugo Méndez, Joel Baden, Paula Fredriksen, and more.

Featured University-Level Courses

How a tiny Jewish sect became the empire's religion in 300 years. $295 Included in BSA!

Explore the New Testament with Hugo Méndez. $395 Included in BSA!

Uncover the Hebrew Bible without the filters. $395 Included in BSA!

New Courses

Semester-long course by Dr. John Collins. Live July 14~23!

Ten-lecture course by Dr. Joel Baden. Replay now available.

Eight-lecture course by Dr. Bart Ehrman. Live May 16-17!

Currently Available in BSA 

Other popular courses include "Finding Moses," "Paul & Jesus: The Great Divide," "Did Jesus Think He Was God?," our entire Christmas Collection including "Did the Christmas Story Happen?," and many more! All included in BSA!

"I thought I knew the Bible... I was wrong!

Sound familiar?  You're not alone.

  • You've spent your whole life in church and you're starting to notice things that don't add up. You can't unask the questions.
  • You've left the faith and you want to understand what actually happened, without the bitterness of YouTube atheists or the dismissals of apologists.
  • You've read Bart's books and watched the debates, but you're still hungry for more.
  • You went to seminary and walked away wanting more.

If any of that sounds like you, you're in the right place.

WHY 1,500+ PEOPLE STOPPED GOOGLING AND JOINED BSA

Three reasons BSA beats the free stuff on YouTube and the expensive stuff in seminary.

Real Scholarship

Access over 50 online courses on topics like the Gospels, Jesus, and the Old and New Testaments—designed for every level of learner. 

Real Community

Engage with 1,500+ members who share your passion for biblical scholarship in an accepting community where no questions are taboo.

Really Affordable

Leading seminaries cost upwards of *$55,000 per year. Learn from top scholars in BSA for just $0.81/day (billed annually — $295/year)

Try BSA free for 14 days. See for yourself.

*Estimates for tuition, room & board from Yale and Harvard Divinity School websites. Actual costs vary.

5 THINGS YOU GET IN BSA

High-quality academic courses and webinars designed for all learning levels

#1 - New University-Level Courses 🎓

Value: $1,645

  • 3 live semester-long courses per year, normally 16-28 lessons each
  • Top-tier biblical scholars like Bart Ehrman and Mark Goodacre
  • 📝 Optional quizzes, textbooks, and scholar-led Q&A  
  • Earn a certificate of completion!

CLASS IN SESSIONThe live recording of our newest class, Judaism Before Jesus by Dr. John Collins is in session and runs from May 14-July 23.  Learn More.

#2 - Access Our Full Course Catalog 🔥

Value: $2,355

  • 50+ enlightening courses with over 250 hours of Biblical insights 
  • Minimum of 6 new courses guaranteed each year.  (We average 10-12!)
  • 🔍 In-depth studies on Jesus, Paul, the Gospels, and early Christianity
  • 30% discount on debates & NINT (Value: $250)

Chuck Higgins

"IN THE BEGINNING" STUDENT

"It was impressive to learn what an objective approach can teach us! The course is a very professional production and a great value."

Bart Ehrman Testimonial

#3 - Bart's Exclusive "Spotlight Series" 🔦

Value: $1,000

  • Live monthly presentations by Dr. Bart Ehrman with deep scholarly insights—available only in BSA!
  • Followed by an interactive Q&A session with Bart 
  • 📜 Covers cutting-edge research and debated biblical topics
  • Recordings included in BSA— Over a dozen previous sessions are available now!

Bart's Spotlight Series is a BSA Exclusive—Not available for standalone purchase!

join an inclusive COMMUNITY!

Engage in thought-provoking conversations, ask big questions, and connect with like-minded learners in our member-only events.

#4 - Member-Only Community Events

Value: $300

  • Member Mixers – Two casual get-togethers per month, "Biblical Banter" and "Let There Be Light"
  • 🏆 Trivia Nights with Prizes – Test your knowledge in a fun, interactive competition  
  • 📚 Monthly Book Club – Join a members-only discussion on a featured book related to biblical scholarship  
  • Ask Me Anything (AMA) with Scholars – Live Q&A with leading experts (past guests include Robyn Walsh, Yonatan Adler, Robert Cargill, James Tabor, Paula Fredriksen, and Dan McClellan)

With dozens to hundreds of members attending each event, you’ll always find a great conversation waiting!

#5 - Discussion Groups - Where Conversations Actually Happen! 💬

Like a Facebook Group, but Better!

  • Engage in lively, daily discussions across our dedicated spaces like  General Chat, Bible Nerds Only, and God, Faith & Theology
  •  🚀 200+ new posts and 2,000+ comments per month—more engagement in a week than most communities see in a year!
  • 🔍 Ask questions, share insights, and debate biblical topics in real time
  • Direct Messaging – Privately connect with other members for deeper discussions and networking

Tesla McCain

BSA Member

"I think I had hoped for a community like this for a number of years, but it was one of those internal, unspoken kinds of hopes. Not to get to emotional, but I don't think there are enough words to express what a joy this has been.  To have a community where people aren't shaming me for having curiosity or thinking too intellectually is unparalleled."

YOU SHOULDN'T HAVE TO DO THIS ALONE!

Have you ever felt unwelcome or like you don't "fit in" with any faith community?  Perhaps no one in your life cares about the same questions you do — or worse, they judge you for asking them.  No one should have to wrestle with these questions alone.  Join BSA today and find your people.  

Newly added & UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS


Join us for a live community discussion let by Dr. Robyn Faith Walsh: Is Star Wars a Religion? Dr. Walsh will kick off the discussion with an introductory presentation. Then, participants will have time to ask questions and continue the discussion.

Join us for a live community discussion on the books of Galatians and Philippians in the New Testament.

Some Bible verses seem to appear everywhere, often far removed from their original context. This month, we’re inviting you to bring your favorite examples of biblical passages that are commonly quoted, misquoted, or interpreted in surprising ways. 

3 Simple Steps to Get Started 🔥

Start Your Free Trial

Click the button below and get instant access to everything inside BSA for 14 days—on us! No commitment, cancel anytime.

Join the Community

Dive into our discussion groups, introduce yourself, and start engaging with fellow truth-seekers and scholars.

Explore the Courses & Events

Watch your first course, RSVP for a live AMA or trivia night, and start uncovering deep biblical insights!

Join now & unlock $4,000 of biblical courses today!

$49.95/mo thereafter. Cancel anytime.

a note from bart

When I started studying the Bible seriously in graduate school, I expected to find support for the views I learned from my fundamentalist professors at Moody Bible Institute.


I didn't. I found contradictions. I found different theologies in different books. I found historical claims that ran contrary to what we know from sources outside the Bible. I found that the
Bible is a very human book.


But here's what surprised me most: the more I learned, the more fascinated I became. The “problems” scholars have uncovered in the Bible actually help us understand it better. They don’t
destroy the meaning of the text; they open up a path to understanding the Bible for what it really says.


In particular, I came to realize that the Bible is not simply a single book with a single perspective, but many books with many perspectives, some of them at odds with each other, others
complementary to one another, all of them deserving to be heard.


When I first saw this, I realized that this way of reading the Bible allows us to appreciate the depth the Bible and to let each of the biblical authors speak for themselves.


Since then, I have spent forty years teaching and writing about what I have learned, and continue to learn. BSA is the place where I bring that lifetime of scholarship into a more focused, guided, and interactive setting — courses, debates, and monthly deep-dives, along with 50+ classes from other scholars who are among the most respected in the world.

 
If you've ever felt like there's more to the story, there is. Come find it.

— Bart Ehrman, BSA Founder

THE "40 DAYS, 40 NIGHTS" GUARANTEELONE!

This ain’t Egypt in the Bible—no 400 years of bondage here! Try BSA completely risk-free with a 14-day free trial.  If you love it, your membership continues automatically.  If you don't, you've got an additional 26 days to change your mind and request a full refund.

That’s 40 days and 40 nights to explore, learn, and connect—with zero risk. If it’s not for you, there's no "let my people go" event.  Just shoot us an email and we’ll set you free, no questions asked.

FAQ's

Membership & Billing

How much does BSA cost?

BSA is $49.95/month, but you can get a 14-day free trial to check it out first. No risk, no obligation!

What happens after my free trial?

If you love BSA, do nothing—your payment method will be charged and your membership will continue. You can pause or cancel anytime by emailing us at [email protected] or at the "Manage Your BSA subscription" page.

Do you offer a money-back guarantee?

Absolutely!  You'll start with a 14-day trial then be charged for your first month (or year if annual pay is selected.) If you don't love  BSA, send us an email at [email protected] and we will refund 100% of your investment. You will have 26 days from the date of your first payment. Between trial and money-back guarantee period, you have 40 days to try BSA risk-free!

What payment types are accepted?

We accept Paypal and all major credit cards.

Can my membership dues increase?

They can, although we don't have any plans to raise rates in the near future.  We just launched in Sept. 2024 and see ourselves possibly raising rates every couple of years, Netflix style.  So you may see a modest increase in 2026.  Of course, we'd give written notice first.

Can I use a discount code with BSA?

Unfortunately, our system does not allow us to offer discounts.  

How do I cancel a free trial to BSA or active membership?

You can pause or cancel anytime by emailing us at [email protected] or at the "Manage Your BSA subscription" page.

What's the fine print?

A few key points:

  • As an active BSA member, you'll get access to all courses we've created as well as any courses we create while you are a member
  • Sold separately are: Bart's debates, our annual New Insights Into the New Testament conference, Bart's books, Bart's trips/cruises, Bart's speaking/consulting services.
  • Your BSA subscription is similar to a Netflix subcription for movies.  You have access to our courses as long as you're an active subscriber.  If you pause or cancel, you would lose access to the courses unless you purchased the standalone version of the courses.

Learn more about what's included in your BSA membership at this link.

Courses & Events

How many courses are included?

There are currently 25 courses in the vault, most ranging from 4 to 8 lessons, although we also have some single-lecture courses and two university-length courses (16-28 lectures).  You also get Bart's monthly "Spotlight Series" which is a webinar and Q&A but does not include extra course resources.

Last update: Feb. 2025

Can I watch the courses on my own schedule?

Absolutely! All courses are available on-demand, and new content is added regularly.

Are there live classes?

Yes! We host regular new course recordings including 3 university-length courses per year (typically 2 live classes per week) which we run in the winter, summer, and fall.  Additionally, we average 8 smaller courses per year.  All of these are included in BSA membership.  We also offer live AMAs, book clubs, and mixers every month where you can engage in real-time.

Are the courses beginner-friendly?

Yes! BSA is designed for everyone whether you're a curious beginner or more advanced in your studies. We have a strict "no academic jargon" requirement which requires our instructors to define any terms that aren't commonly known.

What's the difference between discussion groups and events?

Discussion groups (like a Facebook group, but way more active!) are open 24/7 for posting, commenting, and direct messaging.
Live events (mixers, AMAs, trivia nights) happen on Zoom and bring the community together in real-time.

What if I can't attend all the events?

Between trivia, AMA's, community mixers, book club meetings, and more—we hold a LOT of monthly events.  But there's no obligation.  You can attend as many or as few events  as you'd like.  Or attend none and simply enjoy the course offerings!  We record all instructional events for playback later (Example: AMA's, Book Club, or Bart's Spotlight series) but don't record member mixers.

Do I lose access to the courses and event recordings if I cancel?

Yes, just like Netflix, your access to courses and community features is tied to your active membership. If you cancel, you’ll retain access until the end of your billing period, but after that, you’ll no longer be able to watch courses or participate in community events. Of course, you’re always welcome to rejoin anytime and pick up where you left off! You can also purchase the courses as standalone courses at www.bartehrman.com/courses, which is sort of like the equivalent of "owning the DVD" in the Netflix example.

Technical & Accessibility

How do I sign up/ access the courses and events after I sign up?

You’ll receive an email with login details to Circle after signing up.  Circle is our course & community platform.  You can access BSA  on Circle anytime from your browser or mobile device.

What's the difference between BSA and ThriveCart?

BSA access allows you to stream all courses included in your membership while your subscription is active. If you cancel your BSA membership, you lose access.


ThriveCart is our standalone course purchase platform.  Standalone course purchases give you lifetime access to a course, independent of BSA membership, in our ThriveCart course platform. Courses purchased this way are yours to keep forever.


  • Example Scenarios:
    If you join BSA to watch "The New Testament: Exploring the Christian Bible", you can access the course as long as your membership is active. However, if you cancel BSA, you’ll lose access unless you purchase it separately via ThriveCart.
  • If you purchase access to the New Insights Into the New Testament conference (not included in BSA), you’ll have lifetime access via ThriveCart. Whether you’re in BSA or not doesn’t change that.

Can I use BSA on my tablet or cell phone?

Yes, we use Zoom Webinar and Zoom Meeting software for events and live mixers which allows you to attend by desktop computer, tablet, or cell phone.


You can access courses in our Circle platform on your regular web browser (such as Chrome, Safari, Firefox, Edge, etc) or on your table or cell phone.  Circle has an Android and iOS app!

What if I have technical issues?

We've got you covered!  First, we have video instructions when you sign up to guide you through BSA on our Circle platform.  Next, we have a BSA community manager, assistant community manager, along with other admins to help with any questions you have.  Our BSA members are also very helpful and are known to jump in and help as well!  Finally, you can always email us at [email protected] and we'll get you sorted ASAP.

Will subtitles/captions be available in events/courses?

We use Zoom for most of our community events.  Zoom has a variety of options for creating closed captioning in webinars or meetings you attend, which provides subtitles of the spoken in-meeting communications. This may be used for participants to easily follow the conversations or to meet accessibility requirements. 


Circle is our course platform and offers transcripts of the course videos.

Do I need any special microphone or camera equipment?

If you plan to interact in live events, you will at least need a microphone on your desktop/tablet/moble device.  A camera would be even better, though! If you just want to use BSA to watch courses and live recordings of courses, no microphone or camera is needed. Zoom Webinar conference software only allows the presenters to speak. Attendees are hidden during the lecture recording so you don't need to worry about having a camera or being seen.

Weekly community events

Courses available 24/7, events typically start 1-4 pm ET

Virtual learning and events

14-day free trial, then $49.95 per month 

Access lesson replays

Listen to courses on all devices

Courses available on Android and iOS apps

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