{"product_id":"sabbath-keeping-9781561011636","title":"Sabbath Keeping","description":"\u003ch2\u003eSabbath Keeping: Meditations on Rest and Spiritual Practice\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eSabbath Keeping\u003c\/i\u003e by Donna Schaper provides ten thoughtful meditations that explore the spiritual practice of observing the sabbath. Each meditation examines a different dimension of sabbath rest and concludes with a prayer, making this book both a devotional resource and a practical guide for those seeking to incorporate sabbath keeping into their spiritual life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat's Inside\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis collection addresses the biblical and contemporary relevance of sabbath observance through ten distinct meditations. Each chapter focuses on a specific aspect of sabbath keeping, from understanding its theological foundations to implementing rest and renewal in daily life. The prayers that conclude each meditation offer readers a way to reflect on and internalize the teachings presented.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eIdeal for Personal and Group Use\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether used for personal devotion, retreat settings, or small group study, \u003ci\u003eSabbath Keeping\u003c\/i\u003e serves multiple purposes. The meditation format makes it accessible for daily reading, while the thematic structure works well for retreat leaders and study groups exploring Christian spiritual practices. The book's focus on rest and renewal speaks to those seeking balance in their spiritual journey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout Author Donna Schaper\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDonna Schaper serves as an area minister for the United Church of Christ and is recognized as a popular retreat leader. Her writing appears in publications including \u003ci\u003eWeavings\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Other Side\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eHomiletic\u003c\/i\u003e. She has authored several books on Christian spirituality and practice, bringing both pastoral experience and theological insight to her work on sabbath observance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFormat and Availability\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAvailable in paperback, this meditation book fits easily into a devotional routine or retreat schedule. The ten-meditation structure allows readers to work through the content at their own pace, whether over ten days, ten weeks, or as needed for personal reflection and spiritual growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDONNA SCHAPER is an area minister for the United Church of Christ and a popular retreat leader. A writer for Weavings, The Other Side, and Homiletic, she has also published several books.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Rlpg\/Galleys","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50681158369554,"sku":"9781561011636","price":12.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_beabd063-5df3-4363-a114-adceec523bb4.jpg?v=1733949899","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/sabbath-keeping-9781561011636","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}