Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson Looking to Christ's Return
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Dec 1, 2025 Sinclair Ferguson delves into the significance of Christ's second coming, linking it to the Advent season. He highlights the eager anticipation of early Christians and shares a poignant hymn that looks forward to Christ's glory. The discussion contrasts the humble beginnings at Bethlehem with the magnificent universal harvest to come. Ferguson also reflects on personal challenges in maintaining a longing for Christ's return and encourages listeners to pray 'Maranatha,' fostering a renewed focus on the promise of His coming.
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Birth Points To Final Consummation
- The incarnation points beyond Bethlehem to the consummation of history in Christ's return.
- Sinclair B. Ferguson argues the birth is the beginning, not the end, of God's saving work.
First Fruits Foreshadow Global Harvest
- The small group who worshiped at Jesus' birth were the 'first fruits' of a worldwide harvest.
- Ferguson says the tiny early worshipers anticipate a future when all nations will see Christ's glory.
New Testament Written Expecting His Return
- New Testament authors uniformly wrote with Christ's return in view and expected Christians to anticipate it.
- Ferguson highlights that apostles and epistles point forward to Jesus coming again in majesty.