"If you’ve ever wondered why the Gospels are so similar and yet so different, this book is for you! Black navigates the complex relationship between these Gospels without ever losing sight of their subject: Jesus."—Susan E. Hylen, Almar H. Shatford Professor of New Testament, Candler School of Theology, Emory University

"As one of the many students who has had the privilege to learn the Gospels in the classroom of Black, I can attest that this volume has all the humor, verve, and faithfulness of his matchless persona. A perfect volume for students."—Amy Peeler, Professor of New Testament, Wheaton College

"If you’ve been looking for a measured, informed, and practical guide to the Synoptic Gospels, look no further. This is your book."—David F. Watson, Academic Dean and Vice President for Academic Affairs, and Professor of New Testament, United Theological Seminary

"In a world where no one knows what is true and most intelligence seems artificial, Black enters the fray with an impassioned and well-tempered reading of the Synoptic Gospels. Punctuated with anecdotes, interviews, and other witticisms, this book is not your typical introduction to the synoptics; it is an invitation think about the Gospels and the Christian faith in a new way."—Micah D. Kiel, Professor of Theology, St. Ambrose University

"If you are interested in discovering or rediscovering the worlds of Matthew, Mark, and Luke in all their complexity—from political settings to preaching challenges—this book is for you."—Rebekah Eklund, Associate Professor of Theology, Loyola University Maryland

"In A Three-Dimensional Jesus, Black shares his love of reading the Gospels in engaging, memorable ways. He invites readers to delight in encountering Jesus and the Synoptic Gospels in all their varied dimensions."—Laura C. Sweat Holmes, Professor of New Testament, Wesley Theological Seminary

"Black’s A Three-Dimensional Jesus is an informed and engaging introduction to the Synoptic Gospels."—Robert E. Moses, Associate Professor of Religion, High Point University

"Black has written an invaluable resource for studying the Synoptic Gospels for students at every level."—J.P. O’Connor, Associate Professor of New Testament, Northwest University