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Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

Ligonier Ministriesligonier.org
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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Episodes

I Will Remember Their Sins No More

The one thing that God promises to forget is the sin of His people, for He has blotted it out with the blood of His Son. Today, Sinclair Ferguson marvels at the freedom from guilt that comes with complete forgiveness. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/i-will-remember-their-sins-no-more A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 26, 20246 min

Remembering the Covenant

Every time we come to the Lord's Table, Jesus reminds us of His covenant love and the cost of our redemption. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers how the Lord helps His forgetful people remember the covenant of grace. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/remembering-the-covenant A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 25, 20247 min

Storing Up Scripture in Our Hearts

It may be impossible to overemphasize the importance of storing up Scripture in our hearts. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the value of equipping ourselves to face future challenges by memorizing God's Word in the present. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/storing-up-scripture-in-our-hearts A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podc...

Jan 24, 20246 min

Lest You Forget the Lord

When we grow despondent and wonder if God has forgotten us, the opposite might actually be true: we've forgotten what our God is like. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the peculiar warning to "take care lest you forget the LORD" (Deut. 6:12). Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/lest-you-forget-the-lord A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonie...

Jan 23, 20245 min

A Day to Remember

"Remember" is a common command in Scripture. Yet Christians often forget one of the Bible's most important passages about remembering. Today, Sinclair Ferguson discusses the Sabbath, a day devoted to remembering the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-day-to-remember A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 22, 20247 min

Give Sin a Name

It is unlikely that we will be delivered from the blemishes on our character until we confess our sin by name. Today, Sinclair Ferguson provides three essential principles for pursuing repentance and spiritual transformation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/give-sin-a-name A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 19, 20246 min

Loud Opinions and Little Prayer

How much better would a Christian serve his nation if he spent less time complaining about society and more time pleading for it in prayer? Today, Sinclair Ferguson contrasts wasteful and fruitful ways of dealing with political concerns. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/loud-opinions-and-little-prayer A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier....

Jan 18, 20245 min

Can You Keep a Secret?

It's desirable to be people who are kind, welcoming, and friendly. But can we be trusted to keep a secret? Today, Sinclair Ferguson examines the virtue of faithfulness and the damage that an unguarded tongue can cause. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/can-you-keep-a-secret A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 17, 20244 min

The Austere Christian

Christians ought to prize knowing God's Word and obeying His precepts. But if our discipline doesn't produce gentleness, we've gone dangerously askew. Today, Sinclair Ferguson addresses the problem of a loveless faith. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-austere-christian A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 16, 20245 min

The Faults We Fail to Notice

Just as one stain can ruin our favorite outfit, a neglected blemish on a Christian’s character can spoil his witness. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on a penetrating letter by John Newton, who wrote the hymn "Amazing Grace." Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-faults-we-fail-to-notice A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 15, 20245 min

Eyes Opened to Christ

When we come to know Jesus Christ as Savior, we're also coming to know the Creator of all that exists. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows that becoming a Christian opens our eyes to view the world from a wholly new perspective. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/eyes-opened-to-christ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 12, 20246 min

Unbelief: A Moral Issue

At some point, everyone who claims to be an atheist will give themselves away. Their rejection of God is ultimately a moral issue, not an intellectual one. Today, Sinclair Ferguson discloses the relationship between unbelief and a hatred of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/unbelief-a-moral-issue A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.o...

Jan 11, 20246 min

Our Identity: The Image of God

One of the blessings of being Christians today is that, unlike people all around us, we know who we are and why we're here. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains why a denial of God's existence inevitably results in an identity crisis. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/our-identity-the-image-of-god A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podc...

Jan 10, 20246 min

No Real Atheists

Since we live in a world where everything reveals God, no one can ultimately escape the reality of His existence. Today, Sinclair Ferguson demonstrates how Christians can respond to professing atheists and point them toward the truth. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/no-real-atheists A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 09, 20246 min

Creation Reveals the Creator

Just as the work of a great artist reveals his characteristics, everything in the universe bears the stamp "Made by God." Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers how God reveals Himself in all creation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/creation-reveals-the-creator A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 08, 20246 min

A Life-Changing Experience

Many of us can remember an experience that changed our lives forever. The prophet Isaiah had such an encounter with the holiness of God. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers what Isaiah's unforgettable experience teaches about our own relationship with the Lord. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-life-changing-experience A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: htt...

Jan 05, 20246 min

How to Be Happy

Our loving heavenly Father wants His children to be a joyful people. But sometimes we seek out joy and fulfillment where they can never be found. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows where true happiness lies and how Christians can obtain it. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/how-to-be-happy A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 04, 20246 min

A Resolution for the Christian Life

Although the Apostle Paul occupied himself with many labors, he could summarize his life by saying, "one thing I do" (Phil. 3:13). Today, Sinclair Ferguson explores Paul's single resolution and the direction it gives to the Christian life. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-resolution-for-the-christian-life A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.lig...

Jan 03, 20246 min

Growing in Love for the Church

When we come to faith in Jesus Christ, we're not only bound together with Him, but we're also bound to His people. Today, Sinclair Ferguson presents the new year as an opportunity to grow in love for the church, the family of God. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/growing-in-love-for-the-church A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podc...

Jan 02, 20244 min

Beginning a New Year Well

A new year represents an opportunity to commit ourselves to the Lord. Today, Sinclair Ferguson invites us to express our commitment afresh to God and to pray for His help in the year ahead. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/beginning-a-new-year-well A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Jan 01, 20244 min

Renewed Day by Day

This year will soon be over. But God’s transforming grace in our lives will endure forever. Listen today as Sinclair Ferguson concludes his daily devotions with a call to trust in the Lord, who renews His people day by day, until our faith becomes sight. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/renewed-day-by-day/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier...

Dec 29, 20237 min

Remember Jesus Christ

As recipients of God's saving mercy, remembering is both a privilege and a responsibility for Christians. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains how remembrance is related to keeping Christ central in our thoughts and in our lives. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/remember-jesus-christ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 28, 20235 min

Looking Back on the Year

The days between Christmas and the new year offer opportunities to look back as we prepare to move forward. Today, Sinclair Ferguson highlights the importance of recalling—and even recording—God’s past providence in our lives. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/looking-back-on-the-year/ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://donate.ligonier.org/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 27, 20236 min

Making Christmas Last

What kind of people should Christians be, as those who have been so blessed by the gift of God's Son? Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers what it means to "make Christmas last" throughout our lives as believers. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/making-christmas-last A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 26, 20235 min

Coming Face-to-Face with Christ

God the Son has lived eternally face-to-face with His Father. And in His incarnation, He has come face-to-face with us. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the union with Christ that believers enjoy because of Christmas. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/coming-face-to-face-with-christ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 25, 20236 min

Should We Celebrate Christmas?

Since the time of the Reformation, some Christians have wondered whether Christmas Day should be celebrated at all. Today, Sinclair Ferguson brings thoughtful and biblical principles to this question. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/should-we-celebrate-christmas A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 22, 20236 min

The Savior’s Lowly Birth

It's easy to have sentimental thoughts about the Christmas story, but Jesus' birth involved hardship. Today, Sinclair Ferguson conveys the message of the best Christmas hymns: all of Christ's suffering was for our salvation. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-saviors-lowly-birth A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 21, 20236 min

A Friend Who Sticks Closer

In spite of all its buzzing activity, Christmas can be one of the loneliest times of the year for some of us. Today, Sinclair Ferguson recalls a touching memory that conveys the nearness of Christ to His people. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-friend-who-sticks-closer A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 20, 20236 min

Renewed Affection for Christ

As we center our hearts and minds on the Lord Jesus, everything else in our lives begins to fit into place. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows that our struggle against sin and our weariness at Christmas have the same solution. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/renewed-affection-for-christ A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 19, 20236 min

Recovering Christ at Christmastime

We should not be surprised that Jesus isn't the center of attention at Christmas if He is absent from our thoughts throughout the year. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the need to refocus our affections on Christ. Read the transcript: https://ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/recovering-christ-at-christmastime A donor-supported outreach of Ligonier Ministries. Donate: https://www.ligonier.org/donate/ Explore all of our podcasts: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts...

Dec 18, 20235 min
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