While I had never heard of Tammy Priest before, I was drawn to Jerusalem Calls: Three Jewish Feasts and My Journey to Jesus because it offers a rare perspective: a Jewish author who comes to know that Jesus is the Messiah while remaining deeply rooted in her Jewish heritage. Priest writes with clarity, warmth, and authenticity, taking readers through her personal journey of faith and discovery.

The book is structured around three major Jewish feasts, and for each one, the author explains the biblical foundation, the historical and cultural traditions, and how Jews celebrate them today. What makes the book stand out is that Priest doesn’t just share history—she shares lived experience. She invites readers into her celebrations, explaining what the feasts mean to her as a Jew who believes in Jesus, while also offering insight into how Christians can respectfully understand and participate where appropriate.

A key strength of the book is its balance between tradition and Scripture. Priest explains the significance of the feasts according to the Bible, but she also honours the rich traditions that have been passed down through generations. She thoughtfully addresses how Christians might engage with Jewish practices without misunderstanding or misrepresenting them, emphasizing the importance of being a testimony that honors both faiths. Her advice resonates: “Do not think about the things that will help you. Instead, each of you should think about what will help other people” (1 Corinthians 10:24). This perspective runs throughout the book, making it as much a guide for thoughtful interfaith understanding as a personal memoir.

Jerusalem Calls is accessible without being shallow. It is easy to read, yet packed with historical, spiritual, and practical insights that inform and challenge. Christians will gain a deeper understanding of the Jewish roots of their faith, while Jewish readers may appreciate Priest’s perspective as she navigates identity, tradition, and belief in Jesus in a way that is respectful and sincere. The book fosters empathy, understanding, and dialogue between faith communities, showing that it is possible to honour one’s heritage while embracing new insights in faith.

Overall, this is a book for anyone interested in the intersection of Jewish tradition and Christian faith. It encourages readers to learn, reflect, and grow in their understanding of both. It is informative but never dry, personal yet universally relevant—a rare and valuable contribution to interfaith literature.