Dr. Darrell Bock is Research Professor of New Testament Studies at Dallas Theological Seminary. He also is Professor for Spiritual Development and Culture there. He is an Editor at Large for Christianity Today and is a Past President of the Evangelical Theological Society (2000-2001). He is the author of over twenty books and is a New York Times Best Selling author. He has been blogging on this site since May, 2006.
Dr. Bock,
Have you considered an online debate with Mr. Doherty regarding his book? I'm fairly certain that he has already addressed the points that you have and intend to bring up in your blog.
Is your purpose here to try and convince skeptics or is it merely to reassure believers? Either way, it seems best if you would address these points in a forum that provides Mr. Doherty a chance to readdress your points. Otherwise, it seems you will just be preaching to the choir. Forgive me if that is your only goal in this venture. But if your points are valid and will damage the Jesus Puzzle's case, why not challenge the author in a debate where believers and skeptics alike can see who's points are most valid?
Respectfully,
Jay