Things Unseen Episodes
Monday through Friday, this devotional podcast features thoughtful reflections on the Christian life and our relationship with God. Sinclair Ferguson follows a theme each week to guide you day by day in the pursuit of spiritual renewal.

The Simplicity of God
May 6, 2025 The Nature of GodGod is not made up of separate parts, such as wisdom, power, and holiness. All of His attributes are simply who He is in His essence. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the marvelous doctrine of divine simplicity.
Knowing God
May 5, 2025 The Nature of GodLet us never forget the breathtaking privilege and wonder of knowing God. Today, Sinclair Ferguson identifies the first lesson we must learn when thinking about our Creator: humility.
Looking to Our Loving Father
May 2, 2025 SinThe devil’s deceptions can be so enduring that many Christians doubt whether God truly is their kind and generous Father in heaven. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains the advice of John Owen to “eye the Father as love.”
The Deceiver’s Great Lie
May 1, 2025 TemptationSatan’s hatred of God is so great that he desires the image-bearers of God to hate Him too. Today, Sinclair Ferguson pinpoints the fundamental lie that the devil purveys in order to stifle our love for the Lord.
The Enemy of Our Souls
April 30, 2025 Angels and DemonsSatan bears many names and titles: adversary, accuser, and destroyer. But why is he against us as our enemy? Today, Sinclair Ferguson addresses the hatred that drives the devil and his schemes.
The Strategies of Satan
April 29, 2025 TemptationEve was the first person deceived by Satan, but she would not be the last. Today, Sinclair Ferguson identifies common tactics our enemy uses against the people of God, helping us be prepared for when temptation comes.
The Tragedy of the Fall
April 28, 2025 SinAlthough God created all things good, we live in a world that is not as it should be. What happened? Today, Sinclair Ferguson takes several lessons from the Bible’s teaching about the fall of humanity into sin.
James Reunited with His Brother and Lord
April 25, 2025 God’s LoveOf all the people Jesus visited after His resurrection, the most intriguing may be James, His half-brother who had not believed in Him. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on Christ’s tender love for His family, to which we now belong by grace.
Peter’s Failure Was Not Final
April 24, 2025 The Resurrection of ChristAn angel came with striking instructions from the resurrected Lord: “Go, tell his disciples and Peter” (Mark 16:7). Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains the hope swelling in these words for the one who denied Jesus—and for us.
The Disciples’ Hearts Burned within Them
April 23, 2025 PreachingUnaware that they were traveling with the resurrected Jesus, two disciples gladly heard Him explain the Scriptures on the road to Emmaus. Listen today on Things Unseen as Sinclair Ferguson discusses the relationship of the Old Testament to the incarnate Christ.
John Saw and Believed
April 22, 2025 Bible FiguresRacing to the empty tomb, John found Jesus’ graveclothes inside. But it wasn’t until he saw Jesus’ facecloth, neatly folded and by itself, that John believed. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the significance of this peculiar detail in Scripture.
Mary Knew Her Master’s Voice
April 21, 2025 Bible FiguresIt was not until she heard His voice that Mary Magdalene recognized the risen Lord. Today, Sinclair Ferguson contemplates the remarkable testimony of the first witness to the resurrection of Christ.
The Man Who Was Crucified beside Him
April 18, 2025 Bible FiguresFor one man, Good Friday started as the worst day of his life, for it was his last, yet it ended as his best. Today, Sinclair Ferguson looks at the man to whom Jesus said, “Today you will be with me in paradise” (Luke 23:43).
Simon, Who Carried His Cross
April 17, 2025 Bible FiguresWhat if Simon of Cyrene hadn’t been passing by when the soldiers compelled him to carry Jesus’ cross? Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the encounter on the road to Calvary that forever changed Simon and his family.
Pilate, Who Condemned Him
April 16, 2025 Bible FiguresTrapped by the Jewish leaders, Pontius Pilate asked the crowd, “Then what shall I do with Jesus who is called Christ” (Matt. 27:22)? Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the grave warning found in Pilate’s own answer to this question.
Peter, Who Denied Him
April 15, 2025 Bible FiguresOn the same night, Judas betrayed Jesus and Peter denied Him. Why did one die in despair while the other was saved? Today, Sinclair Ferguson examines the reason behind Peter’s restoration and our own: the intercession of Christ.
Judas, Who Betrayed Him
April 14, 2025 Bible FiguresWhat led Judas to betray the Lord for thirty pieces of silver? Today, Sinclair Ferguson begins to reflect on the week leading up to Jesus’ crucifixion by considering the tragic tale of Judas’ treachery.
Lead Us Not into Temptation
April 11, 2025 The Lord’s PrayerJesus knows how fierce our battle with temptation can be. Today, Sinclair Ferguson contemplates how the Lord’s Prayer equips us, in light of Christ’s triumph, to withstand the world, the flesh, and the devil.
Forgive Us Our Debts
April 10, 2025 The Lord’s PrayerThe Lord’s Prayer daily reminds us that we need more than strength to do better—we need God’s mercy and forgiveness. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the freedom from guilt and resentment into which this prayer invites us.
Our Daily Bread
April 9, 2025 The Lord’s PrayerJesus teaches us to pray for our basic needs. Praying that way can both simplify and sanctify our lives. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers how the Lord’s Prayer directs us to ask God for strength to honor Him and do His will.
On Earth as It Is in Heaven
April 8, 2025 The Lord’s PrayerSince the Lord’s Prayer has been given to shape our praying, it also shapes our living as disciples of Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson expresses what it means for God’s kingdom and His will to be established in our lives.
Our Father in Heaven
April 7, 2025 The Lord’s PrayerJesus taught His disciples to address God as He did: “Our Father in heaven, hallowed be your name” (Matt. 6:9). Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the Lord’s Prayer and the precious gift we have in calling on God as Father.
Worthy Is the Lamb
April 4, 2025 Redemptive HistoryAfter long ages of conflict for the people of God, Jesus Christ arrived to fulfill Genesis 3:15 in His conquest of Satan. Today, Sinclair Ferguson invites us to join with all the redeemed in exalting our triumphant Savior.
The Blessing of Abraham
April 3, 2025 Redemptive HistoryGod promised Abraham that in his seed, “all the families of the earth shall be blessed” (Gen. 12:3). Today, Sinclair Ferguson explores how Jesus Christ fulfills this blessing in the salvation of Jewish and gentile believers.