The Coming of the King

"The Coming of the King" by Bernie Babcock is a story that takes place long ago, in a troubled land called Galilee during the time of Jesus. It's about people living through tough times, dealing with unfair treatment, being poor, and really wanting someone to save them. The story starts with a look at how bad things are, with the scary possibility of people being crucified by Roman soldiers. We meet a young boy named Jesu and his mother as they talk about the sad situation of their town. Then, the story quickly moves to Jesu finding a man who has been crucified, showing us the kindness, giving up, and struggles of people under the control of the Romans. This beginning part creates a serious mood, suggesting that the story will be about facing problems and holding on to hope.