Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson The Man in Black
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Aug 5, 2025 On a frigid winter night, a stranger's poignant question sparks deep reflection on faith and salvation. This unexpected encounter with a mysterious figure leads to a transformative spiritual journey. The discussion delves into the significance of such moments in shaping beliefs and the power of introspection in the quest for understanding one's faith.
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The Man in Black Encounter
- Sinclair B. Ferguson recalls meeting a man dressed all in black who asked him, "Are you saved, son?" on a snowy winter night when he was 14.
- This brief interaction sparked tears and prompted Sinclair to seek salvation, which he later fully embraced.
Struggle and Breakthrough
- Sinclair tried to "ask the Lord Jesus into his heart" following the man's advice, but felt it was mechanical and unsuccessful.
- Weeks later, he came to true faith through a sermon on Jesus as the light of the world.
God's Sovereign Work in Salvation
- Sinclair suggests God’s ways in bringing people to faith are mysterious and individual, often revealing our spiritual helplessness.
- We learn that we cannot open the door to Christ on our own but need God’s sovereign work.