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 2, 2023 · 5 min
Correction: A Healing Word
God's Word works in our lives to heal what has become sick, to correct what has gone wrong, and to create beauty out of that which was broken. Today, Sinclair Ferguson clarifies an often-misunderstood characteristic of the Bible. Read the transcript: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/correction-a-healing-word
Feb 1, 2023 · 5 min
Teaching and Reproof
The Bible exposes our sin in order to bring us to repentance, that we may enjoy God's forgiveness and new life in Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson outlines the work of Scripture in teaching and reproving us. Read the transcript: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/teaching-and-reproof
Jan 31, 2023 · 5 min
God's Word at Work in Us
The Bible does more than tell us what to do. By the power of the Holy Spirit, God's Word is at work in us, shaping us day by day into the likeness of Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains the importance of viewing the Bible rightly. Read the transcript: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/gods-word-at-work-in-us
Jan 30, 2023 · 6 min
Scripture: The Mouth of God
When we go to read the Bible, we go to hear God speak. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the amazing privilege we have in possessing the authoritative, reliable Word that our heavenly Father has given to us. Read the transcript: https://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/scripture-the-mouth-of-god
Jan 27, 2023 · 6 min
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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/i-will-remember-their-sins-no-more
Jan 26, 2023 · 7 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/remembering-the-covenant
Jan 25, 2023 · 5 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/storing-up-scripture-in-our-hearts
Jan 24, 2023 · 5 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/lest-you-forget-the-lord
Jan 23, 2023 · 7 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/a-day-to-remember
Jan 20, 2023 · 5 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/give-sin-a-name
Jan 19, 2023 · 5 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/loud-opinions-and-little-prayer
Jan 18, 2023 · 4 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/can-you-keep-a-secret
Jan 17, 2023 · 5 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-austere-christian
Jan 16, 2023 · 5 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/the-faults-we-fail-to-notice
Jan 3, 2023 · 4 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/growing-in-love-for-the-church
Jan 2, 2023 · 3 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://www.ligonier.org/podcasts/things-unseen-with-sinclair-ferguson/beginning-a-new-year-well
Nov 28, 2022 · 1 min
A New Daily Devotional Podcast: Things Unseen
Beginning January 2, 2023, join Sinclair Ferguson for this new daily devotional podcast. Every Monday through Friday, listen to thoughtful reflections on the Christian life and our relationship with God. Subscribe today so you don't miss an episode.