Soon after the dawn of creation, a cosmic battle between the forces of Light and Darkness began. It has remained for the most part unseen by humanity, confined to the heavenly realm or visible only to the most spiritually attuned. Until now. Now the hour grows late and the Deceiver's last desperate gambit is about to be played, and it will be witnessed by the whole of creation.Special Operations Master Sergeant Jack Braedan is a believer, but only in himself, his training, and the strength of the men fighting beside him. The only higher power he has ever acknowledged is constitution and his chain of command. While on his latest covert mission overseas however, he receives devastating news that changes his life forever. Only a day after returning home to bury his parents, the world is plunged into chaos by a freak phenomenon that threatens society as we know it.

Braedan soon finds himself plunged into a desperate battle against sinister government forces and an ancient evil older than humanity itself. But he is not forced to fight alone. As the world spirals into chaos, Braedan discovers a new love and a growing faith. Surrounded by new friends and aided by a steadfast comrade, he begins a determined struggle for survival in a world teetering on the brink of darkness and slavery. It is not only a fight for their lives, but their souls as well. It is the Time of Jacob's trouble.