Pillars of Barabbas

By M.D. House

Description:

The man they called Barabbas has come a long way from the wretched prisoner released by Pontius Pilate in lieu of Jesus of Nazareth. He and his wife Chanah are growing in regard among the leadership of Christ’s fledgling church, which is expanding and thriving.

But increasing Christian influence breeds jealousy among several Roman governors and senators. How will Emperor Nero react? Can the apostle Paul soothe the moody young ruler and help the valiant Roman saints continue to spread the Word?

The Parthian Empire also poses threats, including in Eastern Africa, where the former centurion Cornelius has become a prominent Christian leader. Will the Christians need to flee, or must they fight both the Romans and the Parthians?

Book Takeaway:

The early Christian saints met trials and challenges with increasing faith, paving the way for the gospel of Christ to eventually fill the Earth. Their story is worth studying and contemplating - in this case, through the eyes of Barabbas and his family, along with Paul and Cornelius.

Why the author wrote this book:

This is the sequel to I Was Called Barabbas. When I first imagined the Barabbas story fleshed out, I didn't anticipate a sequel, but the story "grew legs," as they say.