The author was born in Louisiana in 1938. He received his BBA from Loyola in New Orleans; his Masters and Doctorate in Biblical Studies from Louisiana Baptist University. He received CPE, training ...view moreThe author was born in Louisiana in 1938. He received his BBA from Loyola in New Orleans; his Masters and Doctorate in Biblical Studies from Louisiana Baptist University. He received CPE, training from Baylor Hospital in Dallas and was a volunteer chaplain. He and his wife, Joan live in Dallas, Texas.view less