Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson A Friend Who Sticks Closer
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Dec 17, 2025 Christmas, often bustling, can feel isolating for many. Sinclair Ferguson discusses the importance of a new affection for Christ, highlighting how only Jesus can offer true closeness. A heartwarming family story illustrates this connection, revealing the profound message in a child's Christmas card. Jesus, described as a friend who is always present, provides comfort and dispels loneliness. Sinclair's reflections remind us that in recognizing Christ's nearness, we find true joy even during the toughest times.
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Need For A New Affection
- Christians must pursue the expulsive power of a new affection for Jesus Christ rather than merely trying to manufacture feelings.
- Sinclair B. Ferguson says only Jesus, through the Holy Spirit, can create this inward change from the outside in.
Child's Christmas Card Revelation
- Sinclair B. Ferguson recounts a Christmas card his young son made quoting Proverbs 18:24 then revealing 'Jesus' on the back.
- The story illustrated how a child's imagination connected Old Testament text to Christ and comforted the family.
Jesus As The Nearer Friend
- Jesus is presented as the friend who 'sticks closer than a brother,' offering nearness amid loneliness.
- Sinclair B. Ferguson links this reality to the expulsive power that dispels Christmas loneliness.