Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson Following the Light of the World
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Sep 16, 2025 Dive into a journey of faith and transformation as Sinclair Ferguson reflects on how John 8:12 opened his eyes to the truth. He shares a personal narrative of awakening from spiritual darkness to the light of Christ. The discussion emphasizes the importance of faith amidst life's struggles, highlighting the guiding presence of Jesus on the path to salvation. With themes of gratitude and illumination, it beautifully underscores the power of personal revelation in the pursuit of spiritual understanding.
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Waking To Faith At Fourteen
- Sinclair Ferguson recounts a sermon (John 8:12) that marked his coming to faith at age 14.
- He describes moving from being 'awakened' to actively seeking Christ after that sermon.
Sin As Condition, Not Just Acts
- Ferguson realized sin was not only actions but woven into his nature, changing his self-understanding before God.
- He moved from viewing himself as 'more or less satisfactory' to seeing himself 'undone' before the holy God.
A Sermon That Broke The Darkness
- Ferguson recounts attending a Saturday night service in Glasgow where Jesus' words in John 8:12 spoke directly to him.
- He felt chains fall off and rose to follow Christ, echoing Wesley's conversion hymn.