The Cotton Patch Version of Luke and Acts by Clarence Jordan.

"Jesus' doings and the happenings."

"A modern translation with a Southern accent, fervent, earthy, rich in humor."

"I was assured in advance of my Lord's abiding presence; He is right beside me to keep me from being knocked out. That's why my heart sings out and my tongue shouts for joy. And even more, my whole body will be vibrant with hope; Because you will not abandon my life to the grave, Nor give your "divine spark" to the despair of death. You have let me in on life's secrets: With your presence you will make me unspeakably happy."  Acts 2:25