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 experience His double peace — peace with Him and peace within.
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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 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 episode closes with reflection questions to help you examine how you are spending your days and how to use them for God’s glory.
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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 promises—trust Him today. Are you walking in assurance?
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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 urges self-examination to embrace Christ fully—don’t stop short today. Are you truly His?
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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 it fuels faith and lifts you up—embrace it today. Are you living humbly?
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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