Hearts Aflame

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

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?

Christ’s redemption sets you free from sin and wrath, as seen in Thomas Watson’s "A Body of Divinity." His blood pardons you, giving true liberty—not for selfishness, but to serve God in love. This episode, fitting for Independence Day, unpacks this freedom and calls you to live for His glory. Are you embracing Christ’s liberty today?

Humility before God is your strength, as seen in John Owen’s "A Discourse Concerning the Holy Spirit." He lifts the lowly, not the proud—your frailty needs His grace. This episode unpacks how to bow to His will, trust Christ, and seek His Spirit, finding His favor. Are you living humbly today?

The hope of eternal glory lifts you above this world, as seen in Richard Sibbes’ "The Excellency of the Gospel Above the Law." Christ’s blood and resurrection secure this promise, turning trials into steps to heaven. This episode unpacks how to focus on that glory, finding strength and joy. Are you hoping in eternity today?