This book is "written in the spirit of Reform Judaism," and is useful for Sabbath beginners as well as the experienced. "It includes the basic ceremonies necessary for introducing Sabbath into the home plus background material on the origins and purposes of the various rituals." Written for contemporary Jews, it has wonderful implications for Christians as well.
Gates of Shabbat: A Guide for Observing Shabbat.
Gates of Shabbat: A Guide for Observing Shabbat
A book that is helpful for both experienced and beginning Sabbath observers
Andy McRae, associate pastor, Sligo church, Takoma Park, Maryland.
Andy McRae, associate pastor, Sligo church, Takoma Park, Maryland.
May 1997
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How shall we keep the sabbath?
Jesus' view of Sabbath and Sabbath keeping and its implications for contemporary Christians
Lashed to the Mast
Continuing education feature: why and how to remain pastoring when you feel like leaving
Sabbath: Nailed to the Cross?
A provocative and enlightening expository study of Colossians 2:14-17
The sabbath and salvation
Insights into how Old Testament Sabbath typologies evoke images of God's redemptive work in Christ
Gospel and the Sabbath
Themes of the gospel portrayed in the heartbeat of the Sabbath
The forgotten key to effective leadership
Second in a five-part series on pastoral leadership
The Sabbath: Its Meaning for Modern Man
The sabbath as celebration
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