The Illustrated Story of Saint Sebastian 4

However, the reason Sebastian became a soldier was not to just fight for his country, but to also help other Christians in secret. His want to care for others came at a time when the bitter emperor, Diocletian, was determined to rid Rome of all Christians. Despite this dangerous threat, Sebastian was able to serve in the army, even rising to the rank of Captain while still working undercover.

                       Nobody suspected the saint.