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
219 episodes
The Preciousness of Time
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...
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Walking in Assurance
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 promi...
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The Almost Christian
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 ur...
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Humility: The Fuel of Faith
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 ...
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The Happiness of Holiness
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, sta...
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Prayer as the Key of Heaven
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, a...
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The Hope of Heaven
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 sweeten...
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The Necessity of Repentance
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 nec...
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The Power of God’s Word
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...
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Christ’s Compassion for Sinners
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...
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The Soul’s Longing for God
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 obedien...
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The Believer’s Joy in Christ
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—lo...
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The Fear of God and True Wisdom
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—c...
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The Glory of Christ’s Intercession
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...
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The Tenderness of God’s Fatherhood
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 co...
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The Vanity of the World
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...
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Spiritual Armor
The Christian life is a battle, and God’s armor equips you, as seen in William Gurnall’s "The Christian in Complete Armour." Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and God’s Word shield you from evil—worn daily with prayer. This episode...
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The Spirit's Work in Prayer
The Spirit brings life to prayer, as seen in Anthony Burgess’ "The True Doctrine of Justification." He gives warmth, faith, and direction, turning cold pleas into fervent cries to God. This episode unpacks how to rely on His help, shaping praye...
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Our Daily Bread
The Word of God is your soul’s daily food, as seen in Thomas Manton’s "Sermons on Psalm 119." Like bread sustains the body, Scripture feeds your faith, guides your holiness, and anchors your hope—neglecting it starves you, while delighting in i...
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The Riches of God's Mercy
God’s mercy is the heart of His goodness, as seen in John Bunyan’s "The Riches of Grace." It flows abundantly, lifting sinners like Paul and the thief on the cross, offering pardon and life with joy. This episode unpacks how His vast mercy meet...
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The Soul’s Rest in God Alone
The soul finds rest only in God, as seen in John Owen’s "Communion with God." Created things fade, but fellowship with the Father, Son, and Spirit fills you with joy and peace. This episode unpacks how to turn from empty pursuits to Him, your t...
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The Beauty of Holiness
Holiness is the beauty of God’s nature and your calling, as seen in Stephen Charnock’s "The Existence and Attributes of God." It’s an inward change by the Spirit, shaping you like Christ—freeing you from sin’s slavery. This episode unpacks how ...
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The Believer’s Anchor in Trials
Contentment anchors you in trials, as seen in Jeremiah Burroughs’ "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment." God’s wise providence measures every storm, giving peace when you trust His will over your own. This episode unpacks how faith turns lo...
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