The Sabbath: Old Testament Roots

In the progress of revelation re: the Sabbath, we can distinguish at least 4 distinct periods of Sabbath revelation. The first two are the Old Testament roots. The last two are the New Testament flower and fruit. As a sign of creation, the Sabbath testifies that the world depends upon God, not man, for its continued existence. As a sign of grace, the Sabbath declares that salvation depends upon the power of God and not human works.