The Sabbath: His Gift to Us, Our Gift to Him

by Susan Easton Black, Jack R. Christianson, Ed J. Pinegar

The Sabbath provides refreshment, renewal, and spiritual protection for all who will obediently participate. As we keep this sacred day holy, we become holy ourselves, little by little.

—Dennis C. Gaunt

The powerful principle of appropriate Sabbath-day worship is vital to the happiness and eternal progression of the Lord’s children. However, the call to keep the Sabbath holy can sometimes lead to misunderstandings and visions of lengthy lists of prohibited activities. In The His Gift to Us, Our Gift to Him, nine prominent Latter-day Saints—from bestselling authors to gospel scholars—look beyond the lists of do’s and don’ts to address the true spirit of Sabbath-day observance.

This compilation of doctrinal guidance, prophetic counsel, and personal testimony serves as a sweet reminder that the Sabbath is a sacred gift—most importantly, it is a day full of possibilities for personal and spiritual growth. Learn to make the Sabbath day a delight as you find joy in service, build your spiritual reservoir with study, and strengthen your relationship with the Savior by joyfully remembering Him.

Genres: Nonfiction, Lds, Religion

128 pages, Kindle Edition

Published June 1, 2016

About the author

Susan Easton Black is a retired professor of Church History and Doctrine at Brigham Young University (BYU) in Provo, Utah. She is also an author of several books related to Joseph Smith, Jr. and the early history of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. (from Wikipedia)

Reviews

[Anita · Rating 5 out of 5]

I read this book for the 52 books in 52 weeks reading challenge. I used the 2022 November Mini challenge prompt read a book related to the word gift. I really liked it. It is a collection of essays by various authors on what Sabbath day observance really means. It has inspired me to make better use of my Sundays. It wasn't dry reading and their are a lot of personal experiences. highly recommend.

[Tom · Rating 4 out of 5]

Collection of essays by various professors or Utahns. The last one is the most interesting as it gives somewhat of a history of how the Sabbath has been observed. A little repetitive throughout the various essays.

[Rob · Rating 3 out of 5]

Two or three solid pieces, surrounded by repetitive, superficial fluff. Needed better editing to avoid all of the articles quoting the same two or three things.

[Lindsay · Rating 4 out of 5]

A compilation of thoughts from a variety of authors regarding the Sabbath.

[Brannigan · Rating 4 out of 5]

It’s a collection of essays by everyday Saints on how to make the most of the Sabbath day. Pretty good nothing that really blew me away but an uplifting book all the same.

[Kerrie · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not much to say really. Different authors on their impression on the Sabbath Day and their impressions on keeping it Holy.

[Swhe641200 · Rating 4 out of 5]

Libby. Nine authors write of the Sabbath. Give sone good points to ponder. Yo try to do better.

[Gratefulscottie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Interesting collection of several authors thoughts on the Sabbath and what it all means.
If you are looking for a book that spells out do this, avoid that, this is not the book you want.
It does lead the reader to examine their own ideas and beliefs not he sabbath and what it should mean to themselves and their families.