Since 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.

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It’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.

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In 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.

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As 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.

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We 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.

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When 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.

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The 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.

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The 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.

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Angels 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.

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The 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.

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The 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).

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