Many people today think that seeing is believing, but Christians know there is more to life than meets the eye. We must look beyond this momentary life to understand its eternal significance, walking by faith rather than by sight. Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson is a weekday devotional podcast featuring thoughtful reflections on the Christian life and our relationship with God. Each week follows a theme to guide you day by day in the pursuit of spiritual renewal. A podcast from Ligon ...
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Things Unseen grapples with a spiritual climate that no longer conforms to orderly patterns – with fewer of us attracted to formal religion, but many still believing that there’s more out there than meets the eye. Thought-provoking speech radio for people of faith – and those who just feel intrigued by the spiritual dimension to life.
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All Scripture is inspired, yet some portions of God’s Word are especially known for their transformative impact. Today, Sinclair Ferguson turns to the book that may have influenced the history of the church more than any other. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-letter-that-changed-the-world/…
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We will never know the full cost of our redemption, which drove Jesus to pray, “Let this cup pass from me” (Matt. 26:39). Today, Sinclair Ferguson takes us to the garden where Jesus submitted Himself to judgment in our place. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-cup-that-could-not-pass/ A donor…
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Little did Peter, James, and John know that when they saw the glory of Christ in His transfiguration, He was preparing them to witness His shame in the Garden of Gethsemane. Today, Sinclair Ferguson makes a connection between these two moments. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-foretaste-of-ch…
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At Caesarea Philippi, Jesus’ disciples began to truly understand His identity and His mission. Today, Sinclair Ferguson identifies the turning point in Christ’s ministry that took place here. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-turning-point-in-jesus-ministry/ A donor-supported outreach of Lig…
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In His baptism, Jesus was symbolically drenched in the sins of others so that He might carry them from the River Jordan to the cross of Calvary. Today Sinclair Ferguson considers the event that began Christ’s public ministry. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/baptized-into-the-sins-of-his-people…
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The whole of Jesus’ life was lived under the shadow of the cross. As Christ faithfully served His Father each day, the agony of Calvary loomed ever nearer. Today, Sinclair Ferguson begins to reflect on the life of our Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/living-under-the-shadow-of-the-cross/ …
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The prophets promised a new covenant for God’s people, and Jesus announced its arrival. But what change did this new covenant bring? Today, Sinclair Ferguson expounds on the glory that has come to us in the coming of Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/whats-new-in-the-new-covenant/ A dono…
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Why did God give so many commands to Israel? How do these laws relate to His gracious salvation through Jesus Christ? Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the purpose of the Mosaic Covenant in redemptive history. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/gods-law-and-grace/ A donor-supported outreach of L…
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We’re bound to misunderstand the law that God delivered to His people at Mount Sinai if we forget His deliverance of Israel from slavery. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reminds us that God’s law is given in a context of grace. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-covenant-made-at-sinai/ A donor-suppo…
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Even after the earth was deluged with a flood, and even after the world united in rebellion at Babel, God kept His promise to save His people. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers God’s covenant promises to Noah and Abraham. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/safeguarding-the-promise-of-grace/ A do…
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After Adam sinned in the garden, God made a promise of salvation that would shape the course of history and require the greatest sacrifice ever made. Today, Sinclair Ferguson examines the first promise of the covenant of grace. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-promised-covenant-of-grace/ A …
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As with Adam and Eve, God delights in uniquely fitting a man and woman for lifelong unity. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the deep friendship in marriage that establishes a stable home in which families can flourish. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/when-two-become-one/ A donor-supported ou…
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Superficial attraction doesn’t produce respect—character does. Today, Sinclair Ferguson identifies a key characteristic for every faithful, fruitful Christian marriage. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-husbands-integrity-and-a-wifes-respect/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. …
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God’s love for families is seen in His dedicating one of the Ten Commandments to the relationship between children and parents. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on our lifelong calling to honor our father and mother. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/honoring-our-parents-for-life/ A donor-suppo…
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God has given us a church family to help us raise our children for Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the benefits of receiving the wisdom and support of older parents in the congregation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/raising-children-in-the-church/ A donor-supported outreach of Lig…
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Christians come from many different homes and backgrounds, but we’ve all been adopted into the family of God. Today, Sinclair Ferguson addresses the importance of integrating our families into the nurturing life of the church. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-christian-family-and-the-church…
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As we come to the Lord’s Table, we are to give our hearts entirely to the One who gave all to save us. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the Lord’s Supper as a meal of consecration. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-consecrated-feast/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate:…
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Each time Christians celebrate the Lord’s Supper, we’re reminded of another meal that awaits us in the presence of Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains how the Supper foreshadows the great wedding banquet of the Lamb. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-meal-of-anticipation/ A donor-support…
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What does Scripture mean when it says that our receiving the Lord’s Supper is “a participation in” the body and blood of Christ (1 Cor. 10:16)? Today, Sinclair Ferguson articulates the marvelous truth expressed in these words. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/participation-in-christs-body-and-b…
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Jesus drank the bitter cup of divine wrath so that His people may freely enjoy the cup of God’s blessing. Today, Sinclair Ferguson marvels at the wonder of Christ’s sacrificial love displayed for us in the Lord’s Supper. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-cup-of-blessing/ A donor-supported ou…
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The Lord’s Supper is a form of proclamation, a visible dramatization of the gospel message. Today, Sinclair Ferguson expresses the truth conveyed to us as we come to the Lord’s Table. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-lords-supper-a-proclamation/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Minist…
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One prepositional phrase lies at the heart of our identity as Christians: we are “in Christ.” Today, Sinclair Ferguson concludes our gospel grammar lessons by considering the theological riches contained in these two words. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/what-it-means-to-be-in-christ/ A donor…
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Our daily walk with the Lord involves positive and negative steps: we are to pursue Christlike characteristics while turning away from sin. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explores these two sides of a balanced Christian life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/positive-and-negative-steps-in-the-christi…
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Faithful Christian living involves looking back on Jesus’ finished work of atonement and looking forward to His triumphant return. Today, Sinclair Ferguson discusses the past, present, and future tenses of the gospel. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/already-and-not-yet/ A donor-supported outre…
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The gospel’s indicatives—all that God has done for us in Christ—are always the basis for our Christian imperatives—the ways we respond in faith and obedience. Today, Sinclair Ferguson warns against reversing this relationship. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/gospel-indicatives-and-imperatives/…
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