Hearts Aflame

In this episode, we reflect on Christ's tender and unchanging love as described in Richard Sibbes’ The Bruised Reed (1630). Sibbes reveals the infinite mercy of Christ, who stoops to care for the weakest sinner and offers rest to the weary. Discover the four qualities of Christ’s love—tender, abundant, free, and unchanging—and be reminded that His mercy is greater than our sin. Let this meditation anchor your soul and fill your heart with peace and strength. 

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Richard Sibbes, The Bruised Reed

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In this episode, we explore Thomas Brooks’ “Heaven on Earth” (1654), uncovering the connection between obedience and true happiness. Brooks reminds us that obedience is not a mere duty but a joyful response to God’s love, leading to peace, joy, and deeper fellowship with Him. Reflect on the beauty of aligning your life with God’s will, walking in the footsteps of Christ, and experiencing the assurance of His favor. 

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Thomas Brooks, “Heaven on Earth”

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We turn to Samuel Rutherford’s Letters of Samuel Rutherford (1664) for a meditation on the beauty and joy of holiness in the Christian life. Rutherford exalts Christ’s loveliness and reminds us that true holiness is the believer’s adornment, joy, and path to deeper communion with our Lord. Discover how holiness transforms our lives, glorifies God, and reflects His beauty to the world. Let Rutherford encourage you to delight in Christ, pursue His holiness, and set your heart on things above. 

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Samuel Rutherford, Letters of Samuel Rutherford

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Today, we explore the words of Jeremiah Burroughs’ “The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment” (1648), meditating on the sweetness of God’s promises. Burroughs reminds us that God’s promises are the Christian’s foundation, offering peace, comfort, and assurance in every trial. Discover how these promises, sealed by Christ’s blood and guaranteed by His resurrection, give the believer a sure foundation in abundance and want. Let this meditation on God’s Word anchor your soul and fill your heart with joy and true contentment.

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Jeremiah Burrough, "The Rare Jewel of Christian Contentment"

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Today, we explore John Owen’s “Communion with God” (1657). This work profoundly reflects the believer’s privilege of fellowship with the Triune God—Father, Son, and Holy Spirit. Owen writes of all believers' joy of approaching the Father with reverence, the peace in the Son’s atonement, and the love stirred in our hearts by the Spirit. Discover how this communion transforms prayer, Scripture, and worship into a foretaste of heaven, drawing us deeper into God’s love and grace.

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In this episode, we explore John Bunyan’s “The Pilgrim’s Progress” (1678), and the powerful allegory of Christian’s journey to salvation. From the burden of sin falling off of his back at the cross of Christ to the joy of being clothed in the righteousness of Christ, Bunyan powerfully illustrates the transforming power of grace. Today, reflect on what it means to leave behind the old self and walk in the newness of life in Christ that He offers to all who follow Him.  

In this episode, we explore the beauty and worth of Christ through the words of Thomas Watson’s “The Godly Man’s Picture” (1666). Watson portrays Christ as the joy of the saints, the wonder of angels, and the treasure of every believer's heart.  Join us as we reflect on what it means to treasure Christ above all—finding in Him our ultimate satisfaction, delight, and love. Be encouraged and challenged by Watson’s depiction of Christ’s grace and the call to value Him above the fleeting treasures of this world. Is Christ truly precious to you?  

In this episode, we turn to “The Saints’ Everlasting Rest” (1650) by Richard Baxter. In this timeless work, Baxter reminds us of the joy, peace, and communion that awaits every believer in Christ—a rest free from sin, suffering, and sorrow. Discover how this glorious inheritance, purchased by Christ’s blood and resurrection, strengthens us in trials, draws us from the fleeting pleasures of this world, and fills our hearts with hope and joy.   

As we begin the New Year, join us in fixing our gaze on the radiant glory of Christ. In this inaugural episode of Hearts Aflame, we explore a timeless meditation from John Owen’s “The Glory of Christ” (1684), reflecting on the believer’s greatest privilege: beholding Christ's beauty, wisdom, and grace. Owen reminds us that Christ is the treasure of all divine truth, the radiance of the Father’s glory, and the joy of the believer’s soul.

Join host Dustin Benge for Hearts Aflame, a new daily devotional podcast exploring the timeless wisdom and biblical meditations of the Puritans. Beginning January 1, 2025, each episode will feature reflections drawn from these rich works, paired with Scripture to ignite your heart with passion for Christ and deepen your communion with God. A ministry of Unashamed Truth, Hearts Aflame invites you to meditate on eternal truths that point us to the unchanging glory of our Savior. Subscribe now to ensure you don’t miss an episode!

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