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 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.
Son of the Living God
November 27, 2025 The Person of ChristWhat does it mean that Jesus is the “Son of the living God” (Matt. 16:16)? Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the testimony borne throughout Scripture to the divine identity of Christ.
Christ, the Anointed One
November 26, 2025 The Person of ChristWhen Peter announced to Jesus, “You are the Christ,” what was Peter really saying? Today, Sinclair Ferguson identifies the One uniquely anointed by the Holy Spirit to serve as the Prophet, Priest, and King of the people of God.
Who Do You Say That I Am?
November 25, 2025 The Person of ChristWhen people encountered Jesus, many sensed that He was no ordinary man. Then Peter realized that Jesus was the Man long promised in the Old Testament. Today, Sinclair Ferguson begins to reflect on Peter’s declaration.
Knowing Jesus
November 24, 2025 Knowing GodThere is always something more to know about the people we know best. The same is true of Jesus—but how can we come to know Him better? Today, Sinclair Ferguson addresses this question.
The Reality of Hell
November 21, 2025 Heaven and HellIt was in love that Jesus delivered so many warnings about hell. Today, Sinclair Ferguson gives sober attention to the condemnation our sin deserves so that we may cherish the grace of salvation that belongs to all who trust in Christ.
What Will Heaven Be Like?
November 20, 2025 Heaven and HellPeople have many ideas about what heaven will be like, and those ideas may reveal a great deal about our relationship with God. Today, Sinclair Ferguson considers the most wonderful truth about heaven: Jesus is there.
The Coming Judgment
November 19, 2025 The Final JudgmentAll of us, without exception, must stand before the judgment of God. The question is, will we be standing in Christ? Today, Sinclair Ferguson identifies seven truths that Scripture reveals about the day of judgment.
Death
November 18, 2025 Grief and DeathDeath is not a subject on which most of us want to linger, for it is the enemy of the life we love. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains how Christians are to think of death, that we may face this foe with hope in our risen Lord.
The Four Last Things
November 17, 2025 Last ThingsOur lives as Christian are shaped by the way we think about the future. Today, Sinclair Ferguson expresses the importance of thinking about the end of our lives and reflecting on the world to come.
Glorification: Perfected in Christ
November 14, 2025 GlorificationGod has set His heart on perfecting us in the likeness of His Son. Today, Sinclair Ferguson presents the glorious destiny that has been guaranteed for all the redeemed in Christ.
Justification: Final and Irreversible
November 13, 2025 JustificationFrom the moment we first trusted in Christ, we were declared as perfectly righteous in the sight of God as Jesus Himself is. Today, Sinclair Ferguson marvels at the wonder of justification by faith alone.
Calling: Awake, O Sleeper
November 12, 2025 Irresistible GraceApart from the work of the Holy Spirit, the gospel message meets with ears that are asleep in spiritual death. Today, Sinclair Ferguson illustrates God’s sovereign grace in awakening us to Jesus Christ and His salvation.
Predestination: He Loved Us First
November 11, 2025 Unconditional ElectionWhile predestination might seem an unsettling doctrine at first, the Bible shows that this is a wonderfully comforting teaching. Today, Sinclair Ferguson reflects on the absolute grace of God in choosing to set His love on us.
A Golden Chain—Or Is It?
November 10, 2025 Union with ChristRomans 8:30 is often called the “golden chain” that links together several elements of our salvation. Today, Sinclair Ferguson explains that there may be an even better way of thinking about this cherished verse.