Janette Oke

In first-century Judea, followers of The Way have burgeoned into a vibrant, growing community that cannot be ignored. Jerusalem is in turmoil as religious leaders on one side and Roman rulers on the other conspire to stamp out the fledgling church. Abigail, who thought she had finally found home and safety, is caught between the opposing forces. And now two suitors desire the lovely Abigail's hand in marriage but her heart has been captured by someone...

In this riveting drama of the early church, Jacob, a young caravan guard, delivers messages among the new followers as he learns what it means to be a Christian--and to love and trust the young Greek girl who is neither accepted by the Jews or the Gentiles. Julia has everything money can buy...except for acceptance by either the Gentiles or the Jews. Her Greek father already has a wife and family, leaving Julia and her Hebrew mother second-class...