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.

A Resolution for the Christian Life
January 7, 2026 Spiritual GrowthAlthough 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.
Growing in Love for the Church
January 6, 2026 FellowshipWhen 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.
Beginning a New Year Well
January 5, 2026 Spiritual GrowthA 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.
Renewed Day by Day
December 26, 2025 God’s GraceThis 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.
Remember Jesus Christ
December 25, 2025 Spiritual DisciplinesAs 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.
Looking Back on the Year
December 24, 2025 ThankfulnessThe 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.
Making Christmas Last
December 23, 2025 The Person of ChristWhat 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.
Coming Face-to-Face with Christ
December 22, 2025 The Person of ChristGod 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.
Should We Celebrate Christmas?
December 19, 2025 Life IssuesSince 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.
The Savior’s Lowly Birth
December 18, 2025 The Person of ChristIt’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.
A Friend Who Sticks Closer
December 17, 2025 Life IssuesIn 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.
Renewed Affection for Christ
December 16, 2025 Life IssuesAs 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.
Recovering Christ at Christmastime
December 15, 2025 Life IssuesWe 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.
Worship with the Angels
December 12, 2025 Angels and DemonsWhen you worship with the church, how often do you realize that you are worshiping in the presence of angels? Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains how these majestic ministers of praise can guide us in greater devotion to Christ.
The Angels That Ministered to Jesus
December 11, 2025 Angels and DemonsThe Bible identifies angels as “ministering spirits” (Heb. 1:14), and we find them ministering to their incarnate King in times of trial. Today, Sinclair Ferguson looks at two of these moving moments in Jesus’ life.
Angelic Appearances
December 10, 2025 Angels and DemonsThe Word of God records numerous appearances by angels, yet they’re far from random occurrences. Today, Ferguson identifies the common factor behind the arrival of these mighty beings, teaching us about their mission.
Different Kinds of Angels
December 9, 2025 Angels and DemonsAngels are as intriguing as they are mysterious. One of the most remarkable things Scripture reveals about these heavenly creatures is their sheer variety. Today, Sinclair Ferguson examines the types of angels in the Bible.
What Is an Angel?
December 8, 2025 Angels and DemonsThe Bible teaches that we are not alone in the universe. Hosts of angels are actively serving the Lord and His people. But what are angels, anyway? Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on these heavenly beings.
Our Lord, Come
December 5, 2025 The Return of ChristThe return of Christ seems almost too wonderful to imagine, yet Scripture gives us three words to describe this moment. Today, Sinclair Ferguson examines each in turn and beckons us to pray, “Our Lord, come” (1 Cor. 16:22).
We Shall Be Changed
December 4, 2025 The Return of ChristWhat will life be like when the Lord Jesus returns and His people are resurrected in glory? Today, Sinclair Ferguson illustrates what we can know about the wonderful mystery of the resurrection to come.
Delivering the Kingdom to the Father
December 3, 2025 The Return of ChristIn 1 Corinthians 15, we find a striking map of events that will take place at Jesus’ return. Today, Sinclair Ferguson opens this chapter to consider the goal of history and the ultimate triumph of Christ.
Proclaiming His Death Until He Comes
December 2, 2025 The Return of ChristSometimes Christians can become more fixated on the details of Christ’s second coming than on the Christ who is to come. Today, Sinclair Ferguson offers an unexpected suggestion to help balance our view of the Lord’s return.
Looking to Christ’s Return
December 1, 2025 The Return of ChristThe same Jesus who arrived humbly at Bethlehem will return from heaven in majesty and glory. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains the importance of giving thought to our Lord’s second advent in addition to His first.
The Triumphant Son of Man
November 28, 2025 The Person of ChristThe Son of Man was prophesied to regain the dominion that Adam lost and to bring to completion the redemptive purposes of God. Today, Sinclair Ferguson speaks on the title that Jesus most often used to identify Himself.