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The crucifixion and resurrection transformed the religious and political leader Jesus into the redeeming figure of Christ. As God in man, Jesus foretold this transformation when He said, "If I be lifted up, I will draw all men unto me." This four-part series chronicles the process by which a small, fringe cult took hold first in the Roman Empire, and then spread throughout the world to become the religion of millions of people. This third episode examines the events that took place after the death of Jesus. When his followers set out to spread the gospel of redemption, they met with opposition, persecution and death. As Christianity gained strength, it came under increasing attack from the predominant Jewish hierarchy. Those events, as well as the First and Second Revolts by the Jews against Rome, are examined for the role they played in aiding the advancement of Christianity.