Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

Looking Back on the Year

Dec 27, 2023

05:38

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Reflecting on the transitional phase between Christmas and the new year, the speaker explores the concept of living between the times and the Christian perspective of looking back and forward to Jesus' comings. This chapter also emphasizes the importance of reflecting on God's providences in our lives, recording and remembering these blessings.

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Living between the already and the not yet is a core aspect of the Christian life, reminding us of our new identity in Christ and the reality of living in a world separated from God.

Reflecting on and recording the providences and blessings of God in our lives during the in-between days between Christmas and New Year can counter our forgetfulness and bring joy and gratitude.

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Living between the times

As Christians, we live in a tension between looking back at what Jesus did in his first coming and looking forward to his second coming. This concept of living between the already and the not yet is a core aspect of the Christian life. It reminds us of our new identity in Christ and the reality of living in a world separated from God. Just like the names of the days and months serve as a constant reminder, we are called to embrace the tension and live a life that looks back and looks forward.

Living Between the Times

3min

Reflecting on God's Providence and Counting Blessings

3min

The days between Christmas and the new year offer opportunities to look back as we prepare to move forward. Today, Sinclair Ferguson highlights the importance of recalling--and even recording--God's past providence in our lives.

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