Graham Hooke's forthcoming novel THE BREATH – mightier than the sword imagines first-century Rome and Jerusalem through the experiences of Roman soldier Gaius Octavius Marcellinus. As unrest grows in Jerusalem and the followers of a crucified and risen Messiah spread, Marcellinus finds himself between Rome's power and a transformative spiritual movement. The book blends meticulous historical detail with biblical events and explores questions of identity, purpose, faith, power, and grace. It emphasizes that true power lies not in the sword but in the transforming breath of God. Hooke, a seasoned pastor and missional theologian, draws on decades of ministry to frame this epic tale. The collection of articles presents the same story and context, highlighting the forthcoming release and its broad historical setting.
Where do you stand?
How it spread
What each side asserts, disputes — or leaves out entirely.
Whose framing of this story rings truest to you?
