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.

Dominion Regained
May 27, 2025 The Ascension and Exaltation of ChristJesus is no ordinary king: He sits on the throne of heaven and earth. Today, Sinclair Ferguson shows the connection between Adam’s loss of dominion and Christ’s ascension to the Father’s right hand.
He Ascended into Heaven
May 26, 2025 The Ascension and Exaltation of ChristWhen Jesus had completed all the work on earth that the Father had given Him, Christ ascended into heavenly glory. Today, Sinclair Ferguson begins to explain the significance of our Lord’s ascension for our lives as Christians.
Reconciliation in Christ
May 23, 2025 The Nature of the AtonementThe disintegration of relationships in this world is rooted ultimately in our alienation from a holy God. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the reconciliation that Christ has accomplished to bring us peace and new life.
Redemption through His Blood
May 22, 2025 The Nature of the AtonementBy nature, we are slaves to sin who need to be redeemed. But the good news is this: Jesus Christ, the Redeemer, has purchased His people with His own blood. Today, Sinclair Ferguson conveys the freedom found in Christ alone.
God Justifies the Ungodly
May 21, 2025 JustificationWe can never be more justified than when we came to faith in Jesus—nor any less—for it is Christ’s righteousness and not our own that makes us right in God’s sight. Today, Sinclair Ferguson displays the wonder of the gospel.
The Propitiation for Our Sins
May 20, 2025 The Nature of the AtonementWe all deserve the wrath of God for our sin. But in the wonder of God’s mercy and the terror of His justice, Christ was crushed in place of His people. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains the crucial work of Christ’s propitiation.
Every Spiritual Blessing in Christ
May 19, 2025 The Work of ChristWe cannot separate the blessings of salvation from the One in whom they are found and experienced, Jesus Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson describes the interconnected way we should think about the person and work of Christ.
One Person, Two Natures
May 16, 2025 The Person of ChristWe must not think of Christ’s incarnation as a mixture: partially of God and partially of man. Nor should we imagine that He is two persons. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reminds us why getting our Christology right is so important.
Co-Essential with the Father
May 15, 2025 The Person of ChristIt isn’t theoretical musing that drives us to understand the two natures of Christ in His incarnation. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains that only Jesus can qualify to be our Savior since He is both God and Man.
Truly God and Truly Man
May 14, 2025 The Person of ChristIt is a marvel beyond our ability to fully comprehend: the eternal Son of God took on a human nature for our salvation. Today, Sinclair Ferguson draws from the Definition of Chalcedon to consider the two natures of Christ.
The Person of the Son
May 13, 2025 The Person of ChristIf we are to give our minds to reflecting on Christ with wonder and worship, we first need to fill our minds with the truth about Christ. Today, Sinclair Ferguson helps us focus on the divine personhood of the Son of God.
Thinking about Jesus
May 12, 2025 The Person of ChristAs people constantly bombarded with fragments of information, we can find it difficult to focus our thoughts on what is most important. Today, Sinclair Ferguson provides a framework for thinking clearly about Jesus Christ.
Consecrated to God
May 9, 2025 God’s HolinessWe see the holiness of Christ not only in His separation from sin but also in His loving devotion to His Father and His people. Today, Sinclair Ferguson marvels that we are consecrated to enjoy the perfect love of the triune God.
Dwelling in Eternal Light
May 8, 2025 God’s HolinessAlthough the seraphim have never sinned, they cover their faces as they worship in the presence of God. Today on the Things Unseen podcast, listen as Sinclair Ferguson considers what this scene reveals about the uncreated holiness of our majestic Creator.
The Thrice-Holy One
May 7, 2025 God’s HolinessWhat do we mean when we talk about the holiness of God? Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the characteristic of God that may be most difficult for us to understand and yet is so essential to knowing who He is.
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.