I first began reading the Bible when I was 18 years old. I remember that what drew me were not only the words on the page but also the stories I sensed lurking behind those words. I had not grown up in a religious home and so I had no preconceptions about how to approach the Bible. I simply read it and as I did it became obvious to me that the “books” of Read More

Just before Easter, I was interviewed on several national talk shows about by upcoming book (go to “Recent Media” to view). Of all that I said on the air, what prompted the most email was my statement that there is evidence from outside the Bible both for the fact that Jesus lived and for the fact that he lived when the Bible indicates he lived. It never crossed my mind that this was controversial Read More

I moved to Nashville, Tennessee, in the late fall of 1991. It was a setup. No one can come to Nashville in November and not fall in love with this city. Trees radiate color, the air is cool and sweet, and the surrounding hills seem a bit grander. Football is ever present and a uniquely Southern approach to the holidays looms. I have been smitten since my first day.

Like most beautiful ladies, she is Read More