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 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.
Feb 9, 2024 • 5min
Cleansed and Renewed
Explore the transformative power of worship as Sinclair Ferguson delves into Isaiah's experience in the temple, highlighting the impact it had on him. Discussing the paradox of worship and living the Christian life, he emphasizes the importance of congregational worship and living with the knowledge of forgiven sins.
Feb 8, 2024 • 6min
Principles for Worship
Exploring key principles in Scripture that guide and govern our worship to the glory of God, including the regulative principle and the importance of focusing on God's desires. Also, discussing the variables in worship based on culture and tradition, while emphasizing the importance of biblical principles for edification and glorification of God.
Feb 7, 2024 • 5min
Bowed Down in the Presence of God
The podcast explores the hosts' memorable experiences of worship and encountering the presence of God. They discuss the power of singing, preaching, and sacraments in creating a profound sense of God's presence. They also highlight the transformative impact of encountering God in worship.
Feb 6, 2024 • 5min
The Quality of Our Worship
Explore the comparison between mediocre worship and flying on a private jet and how encountering God's presence can transform our perspective on worship. Discover the true meaning of worship and why it should always be centered on the majesty, glory, and exaltation of God.
