Many people of the world today simply accept that the Sabbath has been replaced with Sunday observance. But God gave the Sabbath to mankind as a gift and as a sign between God and His people. It also points us to what is to come and God's plan for mankind. Maybe its time to take a look at this day and what it means to mankind and what it could mean for you. This is part one of a three part series on the Sabbath.

Jeff Richards

Pastor, United Church of God

Jeff Richards serves as pastor for the United Church of God congregations in Bend and Medford, Oregon.