Keeping the Sabbath Wholly: Ceasing, Resting, Embracing, Feasting
- ISBN-10
- 0802804578
- ISBN-13
- 9780802804570
- Category
- Religion
- Pages
- 217
- Language
- English
- Published
- 1989-08-24
- Publisher
- Wm. B. Eerdmans Publishing
- Author
- Marva J. Dawn
Description
This book invites the reader to experience the wholeness and joy that come from observing God's order for life--a rhythm of working six days and setting apart one day for rest, worship, festivity, and relationships. Dawn's work offers both motivation and methods for enjoying a special holy day.
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