"Long entombed within the amber prose of King James scholars, Luke the Evangelist here emerges as a deeply human teacher, by turns poetic and even puzzled, yet always profound. Mark Whitters, a superb scholar and perceptive humanist, has found new words and a new way to lead us to a deeper understanding of the words and the way of Jesus of Nazareth."--Troy W. Martin, Saint Xavier University
"Memoirs of How It All Began will immerse readers of the Gospel of Luke in a creative experience of the text. While remaining rooted in excellent scholarship, it acts as a bridge between 'then' and 'now,' offering a new and rewarding way into the Gospel. Highly recommended, especially for study groups!" --Samuel C. Williamson, Founding Director, Beliefs of the Heart
"Picture, if you will, that Luke took pen in hand for a third rendering of the drama of Jesus intervening in the course of human history and God's Spirit animating the simple people of field, village, and religious center. Dr. Mark Whitters takes pen in hand and deftly portrays the layers of paradox (and pun) as God turns the world on its head in showering light, mercy, and peace on common people in a way that would pale the efforts of the religious and political powers of that day. Something God continues doing to this very day! Come discover your part in this 'drama' of renewal and redemption!" --Anthony M. Musumba, University of Mary
