
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.
Latest episodes

Jul 18, 2025 • 4min
The Grace of Humility
Humility adorns your soul and draws God’s favor, as seen in Thomas Brooks’ "The Unsearchable Riches of Christ." It’s the ground for virtues, bowing you to God’s will and mirroring Christ’s gentleness. This episode unpacks how to seek it in prayer, ditching pride for true strength. Are you walking humbly today?

Jul 17, 2025 • 4min
The Delight of God’s Law
Delighting in God’s law brings freedom and joy, as seen in Thomas Watson’s "The Ten Commandments." It’s wings for your soul, guiding from sin to holiness like a lamp. This episode unpacks how to meditate on and love His commandments, finding peace in His will. Are you delighting in God’s law today?

Jul 16, 2025 • 4min
The Hope of Christ’s Return
The return of Christ is your blessed hope, as seen in John Owen’s "The Grace and Duty of Being Spiritually Minded." He’ll end sorrows and crown you with glory, purifying your heart now. This episode unpacks how to watch for Him, enduring trials with joy. Live ready for that day. Are you hoping in Christ’s return today?

Jul 15, 2025 • 4min
The Strength Found in Prayer
Prayer gives you strength, as seen in Thomas Manton’s "A Practical Exposition of James." It’s your way to seek God, confess sins, and find His help—not a weak habit but a powerful cry He answers. This episode unpacks how to pray with faith and frequency for grace and joy. Are you praying today?

Jul 14, 2025 • 4min
The Comfort of God’s Unchanging Love
God’s love stays firm, as seen in Richard Sibbes’ "Bowels Opened." Unlike human love, it never fades—chosen you before time, secured by Christ’s blood, and holds through all trials. This episode unpacks how to rest in this eternal love, finding peace today. Are you trusting His love now?

Jul 11, 2025 • 4min
The Joy of Trusting God’s Sovereignty
Trusting God’s sovereignty brings joy, as seen in Thomas Boston’s "The Crook in the Lot." He rules all—trials and blessings—for your good with wisdom and love. This episode unpacks how to rest in His control, finding peace even in rough times. Are you trusting His rule today?

Jul 10, 2025 • 4min
The Call to Mortify Sin
Mortify sin or it will destroy you, as seen in Christopher Love’s "The Mortified Christian." Sin wars against God, but Christ’s death frees you—fight it with the Spirit’s power and God’s Word. This episode unpacks how to kill lusts daily, clinging to Christ for holiness. Are you battling sin today?

Jul 9, 2025 • 4min
The Assurance of God’s Covenant Love
God’s covenant love gives you unshakable peace, as seen in John Cotton’s "The Covenant of God’s Free Grace." Rooted in His grace, not your worth, it’s sealed by Christ’s blood and holds firm despite your flaws. This episode unpacks how to trust this promise, living secure in His care. Are you resting in His love today?

Jul 8, 2025 • 4min
The Sweetness of Communion with God
Communion with God brings the soul’s deepest joy, as seen in Isaac Ambrose’s "Looking Unto Jesus." Through prayer, Scripture, and worship, you draw near to Him, finding peace and hope in Christ. This episode unpacks how to seek His presence daily, tasting His love. Are you communing with God today?

Jul 7, 2025 • 4min
The Power of God’s Grace in Weakness
God’s grace strengthens you when you’re weak, as seen in William Bridge’s "A Lifting Up for the Downcast." His power shines in your frailty, pardoning and upholding you. This episode unpacks how to trust His promise, leaning on Him in prayer to stand firm. Are you resting in His grace today?