Things Unseen with Sinclair B. Ferguson

Singing with the Son of God

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Mar 25, 2026
A theological reflection on why singing matters in worship. Questions whether God delights in our praise and points to Scripture that commands it. Explores how the Psalms provide words for every season. Highlights Jesus singing at Passover and the idea that he continues to lead our praise. Encourages congregational singing as a way to unite with Christ.
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INSIGHT

Do Our Songs Actually Please God

  • Christians often wonder whether God is pleased by imperfect human singing or by how much we enjoy it.
  • Ferguson frames the question: does God like our hymns or does only human enjoyment matter, given God's transcendence?
INSIGHT

Scripture Shows God Wants Our Praise

  • Scripture both commands and equips us to praise God as an expression He desires.
  • Sinclair B. Ferguson cites Scripture's commands and the Psalms as evidence God provided words of praise for every season of life.
ANECDOTE

Jesus Sang the Hallel With His Disciples

  • Jesus himself sang at the Passover meal, likely the Hallel beginning with Psalm 113.
  • Sinclair B. Ferguson points to Matthew's Gospel describing Jesus and the disciples singing a hymn before Gethsemane.
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