In Call the Sabbath a Delight, Walter J. Chantry speaks with the clarity, conviction, and pastoral insight that have marked all his writings. Few contemporary authors have so perceptively identified the spiritual weaknesses of the modern church, and in this stirring book he addresses one of the most neglected areas of Christian obedience and joy: the Lord’s Day.

Chantry argues that a profound shift has taken place in how believers view the Fourth Commandment, and the results—moral, social, and spiritual—have been far from harmless. Yet this is not a book of mere criticism. With warmth and scriptural depth, he unfolds God’s true intention for the Sabbath: not as a burden, but as a priceless gift. The Lord’s Day, he insists, is designed to be a source of delight, blessing, and refreshment for God’s people—a weekly taste of the rest and joy found in Christ.

Walking carefully through both Old and New Testaments, Chantry explains the holiness, spirituality, and goodness of the commandment, showing how the Sabbath remains relevant for Christians today. He addresses common questions with pastoral sensitivity: Does the New Testament teach the Fourth Commandment? How should believers distinguish between Mosaic and Christian Sabbath observance? Which day is the Christian Sabbath? What about difficult cases of conscience?

With chapters ranging from “The Commandment is Holy” and “The Commandment is Spiritual” to “Motives for Sabbath-Keeping” and “Which Day of the Week is the Sabbath?”, Chantry offers a rich, accessible, and compelling case for rediscovering the joy of biblical Sabbath-keeping. A helpful list of recommended resources rounds out the volume.

Written with pastoral earnestness and firmly rooted in Scripture, Call the Sabbath a Delight is an essential read for every Christian seeking to understand and cherish the Lord’s Day as God intended—a day for rest, worship, and rejoicing in His grace.