Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson
Ligonier Ministries
Many people today think that seeing is believing, but Christians know there is more to life than meets the eye. We must look beyond this momentary life to understand its eternal significance, walking by faith rather than by sight. Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson is a weekday devotional podcast featuring thoughtful reflections on the Christian life and our relationship with God. Each week follows a theme to guide you day by day in the pursuit of spiritual renewal. A podcast from Ligonier Ministries.
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Feb 23, 2024 • 6min
The Heavenly Music of Self-Control
The self-control produced by the Holy Spirit is not a strong-willed intimidation that leaves others feeling small. Today, Sinclair Ferguson portrays the attractive harmony of life that the fruit of the Spirit cultivates. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-heavenly-music-of-self-control A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Feb 22, 2024 • 5min
Soft-Handed Gentleness
If we grip our relationships tightly in order to control them, things are actually more likely to veer out of control. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows that gentleness is the answer: having soft hands with a secure grip. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/soft-handed-gentleness A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Feb 21, 2024 • 5min
Faithful, Trusted, and True
Exploring the essence of faithfulness in relationships, drawing parallels to Jesus Christ's commitment. Emphasizing the importance of being faithful in daily life, highlighting consistency, trustworthiness, and the role of the Holy Spirit.
Feb 20, 2024 • 5min
Reflecting God’s Goodness
Exploring the concept of goodness in relation to God's character and reflecting God's character through selfless actions are highlighted in this podcast. The discussion touches on philosophical questions about goodness and uses Joseph of Arimathea as an example of righteousness and bravery.
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Feb 19, 2024 • 4min
Kindness: Simple Yet Significant
Kindness is not a spectacular thing, yet it is a beautiful thing. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the remarkable impact on someone's life that some simple, Christlike kindness can leave. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/kindness-simple-yet-significant A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts
Feb 16, 2024 • 5min
The Patience of God and of His Children
Exploring patience as a fruit of the Spirit in relation to God's patience towards humankind. Reflecting on developing patience in daily life and comparing self-perceived patience to actual patience. Emphasizing the importance of mirroring God's patience in our relationships with others.
Feb 15, 2024 • 4min
Peace Be with You
Sinclair Ferguson discusses the concept of peace as a fruit of the Spirit, emphasizing the importance of finding rest in God.
Feb 14, 2024 • 4min
A Supernatural Joy
Discover how Christian joy is not based on a sunny disposition, but on God's grace. Explore the concept of joy as a spiritual fruit produced by the Holy Spirit and rooted in God's love and forgiveness.
Feb 13, 2024 • 5min
Do You Have Love?
In this podcast, Sinclair Ferguson discusses the simplicity and centrality of love in the Christian life, exploring how love is interconnected with joy and peace. He emphasizes the selfless devotion and care for others that love entails, drawing from 1 Corinthians 13 and highlighting qualities such as patience, kindness, and humility.
Feb 12, 2024 • 5min
The Fruit of the Spirit
This podcast explores the qualities of the fruit of the Spirit mentioned in Galatians 5:22-23 and their importance in our lives. It reflects on the interconnected nature of these qualities and how they grow over time. The podcast also discusses the concept of a Christian embodying the fruit of the Spirit and the balance of different graces of God, including growing in love for Jesus and submitting to Scripture.
