God's hand in history—a rushing mighty wind

A Rushing Mighty Wind continues the sweeping narrative of God's Hand in History with Book Three, tracing the extraordinary expansion of early Christianity from Jerusalem to Rome. Through vivid storytelling and carefully selected biblical passages, Mary Wilson brings to life the remarkable individuals who shaped the nascent church—from Peter and Paul to Stephen, Philip, and countless others who risked everything for their faith. This illustrated volume chronicles the apostles' journeys across the Mediterranean world, their encounters with emperors and governors, and the remarkable growth of Christian communities despite fierce persecution. Wilson explores how ordinary men and women became what she calls "Sign-post People," individuals called by God to point humanity toward a new way of living. From the dramatic conversion of Saul to the eventual establishment of Christianity as a recognized force in the Roman Empire, this book illuminates a transformative period of history where faith, courage, and divine purpose intersected. With illustrations by Vera Louise Drysdale and drawing on multiple biblical translations, Wilson presents a compelling portrait of how an early movement of believers fundamentally changed the course of Western civilization.