Hearts Aflame
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.
Episodes
106 episodes
A Life Lived by Faith
From Samuel Ward’s "The Life of Faith," we see faith as the soul’s lifeline. It’s trusting God’s promises, leaning on His strength, and living for Christ. Without it, you’re lost and shaky; with it, you’re bold, steady, and hopeful, no matter t...
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The Assurance of Faith
From Thomas Goodwin’s "The Object and Acts of Justifying Faith," we learn that faith in Christ brings true peace. You’re guilty and weak, but Jesus paid your debt and stands righteous for you. Faith trusts Him alone—not works or feelings—for fo...
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The Beauty of a Godly Heart
From Thomas Watson’s "The Godly Man’s Picture," we see the godly heart as one that loves God fiercely. This isn’t just liking His gifts—it’s a deep, Spirit-lit passion for God Himself, valuing Him over all else. This episode explores how such l...
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Christ’s Mediation
From John Flavel’s "The Fountain of Life," we see Christ as our perfect Mediator. His blood and intercession bridge the gap between us and God, covering every sin and need. As both God and man, He’s all we need—no righteousness or strength of o...
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The Sweetness of God's Word
From Thomas Manton’s "Sermons on Psalm 119," we learn that God’s Word is a treasure—sweeter than honey, feeding the soul with truth and joy. Unlike the world’s empty pleasures, it guides, comforts, and reveals Christ’s grace. This episode explo...
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The Resurrection as Our Hope
In this weekend edition, we explore Samuel Rutherford’s "The Trial and Triumph of Faith." Christ’s resurrection is our hope—He broke death’s grip, proving our sins are forgiven and our future is secure. The empty tomb isn’t just His win; it’s o...
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The Cross as Our Atonement
On this Good Friday, we turn to Stephen Charnock’s "A Discourse on the Cleansing Virtue of Christ’s Blood." Christ’s blood on the cross paid for all our sins—our guilt, too heavy for us, was washed away by His sacrifice. He faced God’s wrath, c...
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The Cross as Our Substitute
In Thomas Brooks’ "A String of Pearls," we see Christ as our substitute on the cross. We deserved God’s wrath for our sins, but Jesus took it all—pain, curse, and guilt—so we could be free. His death paid our debt, making us right with God. Thi...
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The Cross as Our Victory
From William Gurnall’s "The Christian in Complete Armour," we learn the cross is our win. Christ’s death smashed Satan, sin, and death—His blood broke their grip, leaving them powerless. This episode shows how the cross makes us victors, not ju...
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The Cross as Our Reconciliation
In Thomas Goodwin’s "The Work of the Holy Ghost in Our Salvation," the cross is our way back to God. Sin made us enemies, cut off from Him, but Christ’s death changed that—His blood ended the fight, making us family instead of strangers. This e...
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The Cross as Our Redemption
From John Owen’s "The Death of Death in the Death of Christ," we see the cross as our only hope. Christ’s blood paid what we couldn’t—our sins’ debt to God’s justice. His death didn’t just show love; it bought our pardon, crushed sin’s power, a...
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The Passover Lamb Pointing to Christ
As Passover begins this weekend, we turn to Thomas Taylor’s "Christ Revealed" to see the lamb of Egypt as a sign of Christ. The blood that spared Israel from death points to Jesus, our spotless Passover Lamb, sacrificed to free us from sin’s ju...
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Intercede for Others in Prayer
From Matthew Henry’s "A Method for Prayer," we’re urged to pray for others after covering our own needs. This episode explores intercession—praying for family, friends, church, even enemies, plus leaders and the gospel’s reach. It’s a duty and ...
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The Plea for Personal Grace in Prayer
In Matthew Henry’s "A Method for Prayer," we’re told to ask God for ourselves after praise, confession, and thanks. We’re weak—our hearts wander, our faith dips, and we can’t fight sin alone. This episode digs into pleading for grace: forgivene...
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Thanksgiving in Prayer
From Matthew Henry’s "A Method for Prayer," we’re told to follow adoration and confession with thanksgiving. God’s good to us—giving us food, clothes, friends, and most of all, His Son. We should thank Him for it all, even the tough stuff, beca...
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Confessing Sin in Prayer
We continue our series on Matthew Henry’s "A Method for Prayer," where he says to confess sins after praising God. We all mess up—our hearts wander, our actions fail—but telling God about it helps. He already knows, and He’ll forgive if we’re s...
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Adoring God in Prayer
Explore Matthew Henry’s "A Method for Prayer," where he urges us to start praying by praising God. He's great, holy, and powerful—far beyond us—yet He lets us come close. This episode shows how adoring Him sets up our prayers right: it cuts our...
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The Power of Faith in Prayer
In David Clarkson’s "Faith in Prayer," he teaches that doubt renders prayer a whisper, but faith—rooted in God’s promises and Christ’s intercession—makes it a force that moves heaven. From the Canaanite woman’s persistence to our daily cries, f...
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The Comfort of God’s Covenant Love
Discover the unshakable comfort of God’s covenant in John Preston’s sermon, "The New Covenant, or The Saints’ Portion." Preston declares this eternal promise—forged in Christ’s blood, not our merit—as a rock for weary souls. God’s love doesn’t ...
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The Boundless Mercy of God
Explore the depths of divine mercy with Thomas Watson’s "A Body of Divinity" (1692). Watson marvels at God’s free, fathomless love—sparing sinners, healing rebels, and crowning us with grace. From Israel’s rebellion to Paul’s redemption, mercy ...
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The Triumph of Faith in Christ’s Victory
Samuel Rutherford’s "The Trial and Triumph of Faith" (1645) celebrates faith’s power to seize Christ’s victory (1 Corinthians 15:57). Jesus crushed sin and Satan, winning not just for Himself but for us—faith claims that triumph as our own (Exo...
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The Hope of Heaven's Rest
Step into Richard Baxter’s "The Saints’ Everlasting Rest" (1650), where he paints a breathtaking vision of heaven’s rest—a refuge from earth’s toil and tears (Hebrews 4:9). Beyond mere relief, it’s a vibrant eternity of joy and peace with Chris...
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The Ruin of Sin and the Hope of Grace
Journey into Edward Reynolds’ "Meditations on the Fall and Misery of Man" (1658), where he exposes sin’s ruin on humanity—shattering God’s image and plunging us into death (Romans 3:23, 6:23). From Adam’s fall, we’re broken, cursed, and lost. Y...
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