Like many people, I read this book after watching the ridiculous "interview" Fox News did with the author. It's an interesting read and offers a perspective I think many Christians might feel threatened by--that the historical Jesus would discredit the Biblical Jesus. As a Christian, I didn't feel that at all as I read this. The author's tone felt a bit smug (like those people who start comments with "Actually..."), but he offers up what seems to be a well-researched historical account of Jesus. I appreciated getting a deeper understanding of the context of the time in which Jesus lived, but it didn't change what I believe about Him. I'm not sure the author was trying to do that anyway. Long story short: an interesting read that's worth your time, but do with it what you will.