Dave Morlan has the rare gift of taking complex concepts and describing them simply, without sacrificing accuracy in the process. Here he exercises this gift with respect to the Jesus of historical study as well as the Jesus of personal experience. This is only a primer to prepare skeptic and believer alike for the next rich coat of paint. But it explains what the building blocks of Christian living actually involve (rough edges and all) and the compelling historical foundation on which they stand." Craig L. Blomberg, Distinguished Professor of New Testament, Denver Seminary, Littleton, CO