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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Sep 28, 2023 • 6min
Choked by the Cares of This World
Weeds grow naturally, but a healthy lawn requires care and attention. The same is true of our spiritual condition. Today, Sinclair Ferguson encourages us to prune our lives of things that dampen our affection for Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/choked-by-the-cares-of-this-world
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Sep 27, 2023 • 6min
The Kind of Faith That Falls Away
Many of us may know someone who seemed suddenly converted to Christ, but they just as suddenly fell away. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows that the joy of true faith goes hand in hand with the sorrow of real repentance. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-kind-of-faith-that-falls-away
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Sep 26, 2023 • 5min
Hardened Hearers
Even people who sit under the preaching of God's Word every week are capable of hardening their hearts against the truth they hear. Today, Sinclair Ferguson issues a solemn warning from Jesus' parable of the sower. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/hardened-hearers
Sep 25, 2023 • 5min
Take Heed How You Hear
It's important for us to hear the Word of God preached. But Jesus also instructs His disciples to be careful about the way we hear. Today, Sinclair Ferguson encourages us to ask ourselves, "What kind of hearer am I?" Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/take-heed-how-you-hear
Sep 22, 2023 • 7min
The Same Yesterday, Today, and Forever
Reflecting on the verse from Hebrews, the speaker explores the unchanging nature of Jesus Christ, emphasizing his teachings, acts of grace, and loving nature. The chapter also highlights the importance of reading the gospels, understanding who Jesus is, and applying His teachings to our lives.
Sep 21, 2023 • 8min
Dead to Sin’s Dominion
If we are united to Christ by faith, we have died to the dominion of sin and must no longer live in it. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on a passage in Romans that is essential for understanding our identity as Christians. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/dead-to-sins-dominion
Sep 20, 2023 • 7min
Servants for Jesus’ Sake
Sinclair Ferguson discusses measuring true success in ministry, the dangers of seeking personal gain, the importance of preaching truth and applying it, and the concept of preaching oneself versus preaching Jesus Christ.
Sep 19, 2023 • 7min
Following the Light of the World
Until we come to saving faith in Christ, we remain lost in the darkness of sin and condemnation. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the verses of Scripture that were instrumental in opening his eyes to the light of the world. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/following-the-light-of-the-world
Sep 18, 2023 • 7min
Come to Christ for Eternal Life
Being a Christian is not about reading enough of the Bible to balance out our failures; it's coming to Jesus Christ for eternal life. Today, Sinclair Ferguson visits the passage in Scripture that exposed his need for a Savior. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/come-to-christ-for-eternal-life
Sep 15, 2023 • 6min
The Power of the Spirit in Preaching
All truly effective preaching shares one thing in common: it is attended by the power of the Holy Spirit. Today, Sinclair Ferguson focuses on the crucial yet often-neglected ministry of the Spirit through His preached Word. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-power-of-the-spirit-in-preaching
