Water and Fire: The Quest of the Cushite Warrior

Adjua said, "Will you seek revenge? Someone should pay for such a man's murder. From what you have said, he was a worthy man. I would come out of retirement from violence to--" "Vengeance belongs to Him against those who do not repent," said Demetrius. A strong wind rose in the valley. "The wind--an omen for whatever you choose," Adjua uttered, sensitive once more to the prevailing grief. --Excerpt from Water and Fire-- Adjua Babatu, an African warrior, had grown weary of the battles and slaughter he had participated in as a mercenary foot soldier. So, Adjua sought forgiveness for his sins in Jerusalem through sacrifice at the Holy Temple. Adjua, instead, found the Early Christian Church and a desire for much more than forgiveness. He now wanted holiness through baptism by the Holy Ghost. However, Adjua's road to baptism would not be smooth due to his numerous sins.