Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson Glorification: Perfected in Christ
Nov 14, 2025
Explore the profound concept of glorification, where believers are perfected in Christ's likeness. Discover the unbreakable chain of salvation, from predestination to glorification. Sinclair Ferguson uses a Doctor Who metaphor to show how the gospel expands our identity. He delves into the certainty of salvation, emphasizing Paul’s choice of past tense verbs. Individuality within a family likeness is discussed, highlighting how we all bear Christ’s image. Experience a reflection on the already-and-not-yet tension of our spiritual journey.
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Gospel Like A Time Machine
- Ferguson compares the gospel to Doctor Who's TARDIS: small outside, vast inside.
- He uses the image to show God enlarges our lives by putting glory into our humanity.
Glorification Equals Final Conformity
- Glorification is the final reality of being conformed to Christ's likeness.
- Sinclair B. Ferguson says God perfects our humanity so we will bear the family likeness of Jesus.
Individuality Preserved In Glory
- We will retain individuality even as we become like Christ.
- Ferguson points to the Transfiguration as evidence we'll recognize each other in glory.