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Hearts Aflame, hosted by Dustin Benge and a ministry of Unashamed Truth, is a daily devotional podcast that draws from the rich writings of the Puritans. Each episode pairs timeless truths with Scripture, encouraging believers to deepen their faith and set their hearts aflame with love for Christ.
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In this episode, we consider John Owen’s sobering call: “Be killing sin, or sin will be killing you.” We explore what it means to put sin to death daily—not merely avoiding outward sins, but striking at the root through the power of the Spirit. Mortification is a lifelong battle, but it is also the path to spiritual strength, peace, and joy. We’ll look at how the cross of Christ provides both the pattern and the power for this work, and close with reflection questions to help you wage war aga...
In this episode, we meditate on the tenderness of Christ toward weak and wounded sinners. Drawing from "The Bruised Reed" by Richard Sibbes, we reflect on how Christ never crushes the bruised reed nor quenches the faintly burning wick, but instead fans even the smallest spark of grace into a flame. If you’ve ever felt hesitant to come to Christ because of your sin or weakness, this episode will remind you that His compassion is deeper than your misery and His mercy greater than your sin. We’l...
In this episode, we meditate on the comforting truth that when sin accuses, Christ intercedes. Drawing from Thomas Goodwin’s "Christ Our Advocate," we explore how Jesus appears before the Father on our behalf, presenting His finished work as the reason we are accepted. His advocacy is not occasional but continual — every moment He stands for His people, silencing every accusation and securing their peace. We’ll reflect on how this reality brings assurance to trembling consciences and strength...
In this episode, we reflect on what it means to fix our hearts on God in every circumstance. Drawing from William Bridge’s "A Lifting Up for the Downcast," we explore how faith steadies the soul, quiets fears, and brings perfect peace even when life feels uncertain. We’ll consider how to roll our burdens onto the Lord, trust His promises, and wait patiently for His timing. This episode closes with reflection questions to help you practice staying your heart on God throughout the week and expe...
In this episode, we reflect on the urgency of using our days wisely. Drawing from Thomas Watson’s "The Great Gain of Godliness," we consider time as a gift and a talent entrusted to us by God—one for which we must one day give an account. Every hour misspent is a pearl thrown away, and the market days of grace will not last forever. Together, we’ll think about what it means to “redeem the time,” to sow to the Spirit while it is still day, and to live each moment in light of eternity. The epis...
Assurance of your standing in Christ brings peace, as seen in Richard Alleine’s "Heaven Opened" (1670). The Spirit confirms you’re God’s child, sparking love and duty, not carelessness. This episode unpacks how to seek it through Christ’s promises—trust Him today. Are you walking in assurance?
Being almost a Christian falls short of true faith, as seen in Matthew Mead’s "The Almost Christian Discovered" (1661). Many have outward religion but lack heart conversion—prayer without the Spirit or reform without repentance. This episode urges self-examination to embrace Christ fully—don’t stop short today. Are you truly His?
Humility adorns the Christian, as seen in Edward Reynolds’ "A Treatise on the Passions and Faculties of the Soul" (1640). It sees you as a sinner saved by grace, serving without pride, learning from Christ’s lowliness. This episode unpacks how it fuels faith and lifts you up—embrace it today. Are you living humbly?
Holiness brings true joy, as seen in George Swinnock’s "The Beauty of Holiness" (1665). Unlike sin’s fleeting pleasures, it crowns your soul with peace, turning duties and trials into worship. This episode unpacks how living holy, like God, starts heaven now—pursue it today. Are you embracing holiness?
Prayer unlocks heaven, as seen in John Bunyan’s "A Discourse Touching Prayer" (1663). It’s a heartfelt cry, powered by faith and the Spirit, opening God’s mercy through Christ. This episode unpacks how sincere prayer, even when answers delay, ascends to Him—pray with trust today. Are you using prayer’s key?
Heaven’s hope is your sure crown, as seen in John Howe’s "The Blessedness of the Righteous." It promises seeing God, freedom from sin, and perfect joy—steadying you through trials. This episode unpacks how this hope lightens burdens and sweetens duties—look to Christ today. Are you hoping in heaven?
Repentance turns you fully from sin to God, as seen in Christopher Love’s "The Penitent Pardoned." It’s more than tears—it’s forsaking sin and seeking His cleansing, opening the door to mercy through Christ’s blood. This episode unpacks its necessity for pardon—repent today. Are you turning from sin?
God’s Word is alive and powerful, as seen in Richard Greenham’s "Works and Sermons." It cuts sin, comforts the hurting, and guides with the Spirit’s strength—like a hammer or seed. This episode unpacks how to tremble, rejoice, and obey it daily for transformation. Are you living by His Word today?
Christ’s heart brims with compassion for sinners, as seen in John Preston’s "The Breastplate of Faith and Love." He welcomes the weak with open arms, weeping for them as He did for Jerusalem, eager to forgive. This episode unpacks His readiness to heal—trust His mercy today. Are you coming to Christ?
The soul longs for God alone, as seen in Henry Scougal’s "The Life of God in the Soul of Man." Made for Him, it finds no rest in worldly things—only His presence satisfies. This episode unpacks how to stir this desire through prayer and obedience, tasting His grace. Are you seeking God today?
True joy comes from Christ alone, as seen in Isaac Ambrose’s "Looking Unto Jesus." Unlike fading worldly pleasures, His love and redemption fill you with lasting delight, even in trials. This episode unpacks how to find this joy in Him daily—look to Jesus today. Are you rejoicing in Christ?
The fear of God starts true wisdom, as seen in William Perkins’ "A Godly and Learned Exposition of the Creed." It’s a holy reverence, not dread, leading to obedience and safety, not sin. This episode unpacks how it shapes a wise, careful life—cultivate it today. Are you fearing God wisely?
Christ’s intercession continues at God’s right hand, as seen in Stephen Charnock’s "The Knowledge of God in Christ." His blood and scars plead for your mercy, strengthening your weak prayers and silencing sin’s accusations. This episode unpacks how His unending advocacy secures you—trust His prayers today. Are you resting in His intercession?
God cares for you as a tender Father, as seen in Robert Bolton’s "Instructions for a Right Comforting Afflicted Consciences." He measures afflictions with love, strengthening the weak, not crushing them. This episode unpacks how His fatherly compassion comforts you in trials—trust His care. Are you resting in His fatherhood today?
The world’s charms are fleeting, as seen in Thomas Boston’s "Human Nature in Its Fourfold State." Riches, honors, and pleasures fade, but Christ endures—He’s your true treasure. This episode unpacks how to look beyond vanity to Him, building on His eternal rock. Are you seeking Christ above the world today?
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