Answer:
The atmosphere of the novel begins with the deceptive fog clouding the judgement of the faithful.
It end with the usurpation of Lucifer's power over Raymond.
Explanation:
Charles Monroe Sheldon wrote the religious fictional novel "In His Steps" to show the need of compassion to others. Especially in the railroad town of Raymond, he emphasizes the need to be compassionate towards other people, even strangers. By the adoption of a simple "What Would Jesus Do'' in their everyday actions, Sheldon wants the people to be more conscious about treatment of other people.
The atmosphere of the story begins with the fog of deception clouding the judgement of the faithful. But this came to an end when Lucifer was usurped of his power over the town of Raymond when Reverend Maxwell shot flaming arrows at him from his tongue.
