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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 meditate on Matthew Henry’s "A Method for Prayer" (1710) and the true happiness of the godly. The believer’s joy is not rooted in circumstances but in peace with God, the promise of eternal life, and the hope of heaven. This is a call to rejoice in your privileges, even in trials, for heaven’s joy is already yours in Christ.
In this episode, we reflect on John Preston’s "The Breastplate of Faith and Love" (1630) and the power of Christ’s love to transform the believer’s life. His love is stronger than fear or mere duty, drawing us away from sin and compelling us to live for Him who died and rose again. This is an invitation to keep your heart full of Christ’s love, allowing it to warm your affections and make obedience a joy.
In this episode, we consider William Perkins’ classic insight from "The Art of Prophesying" (1592): "the fear of God is the foundation of all true wisdom." We explore how holy fear is not servile dread but reverent awe, leading to obedience, humility, and freedom from the fear of man. This is a call to cherish the fear of the Lord as the root of faith, repentance, and holiness—and to walk in it daily.
In this episode, we look at the vital role of the conscience in the Christian life, guided by William Ames’ "The Marrow of Theology "(1623). We explore how conscience serves as God’s deputy in the soul, why it must be shaped by Scripture rather than culture or reason alone, and how a pure conscience brings peace, boldness, and joy. This is an encouragement to keep your conscience tender, captive to God’s Word, and clear before Him and others.
In this episode, we explore why sound doctrine is essential for the Christian life. Drawing from Samuel Willard’s "A Complete Body of Divinity" (1726), we reflect on the necessity of holding fast to the truth, testing every teaching by Scripture, and guarding against error that leads to spiritual ruin. This is a call to love the truth, live the truth, and be willing to suffer for the truth—because to be careless about doctrine is to be careless about Christ Himself.
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?
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