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Hearts Aflame 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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Mar 29, 2025 • 5min
Kill Sin
In this weekend edition, we dive into Christopher Love’s "The Mortified Christian," where he delivers a stark truth: kill sin, or it kills you. Anchored in Colossians 3:5 and Romans 8:13, Love insists there’s no truce with sin—it’s a beast to slay daily, or it drags you to ruin. Christ died to free us, not to coddle our lusts; sparing them mocks His cross. This episode challenges us to wield the Spirit’s power, cut off sin (Matthew 5:30), and find peace in holiness. Are you fighting? For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 28, 2025 • 5min
The Joy of Looking to Jesus
Uncover the joy of fixing your eyes on Christ with Isaac Ambrose’s "Looking Unto Jesus." From Abraham’s gladness (John 8:56) to Moses’ resolve (Hebrews 11:26), the saints thrived by looking to Him. This episode beckons us to turn from worldly shadows and find true delight in Christ alone (Psalm 73:25). Are you gazing at Him today? Discover how this look transforms and sustains you. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 27, 2025 • 5min
Seek Christ Now
Join us as we delve into Thomas Shepard’s "The Sincere Convert," where he sounds an urgent alarm: seek Christ today, or risk losing Him forever. Grounded in Isaiah 55:6 and Matthew 11:28, Shepard warns that delay hardens hearts, heaps sins, and gambles with eternity—Esau’s tears came too late. Christ’s arms are open now, offering rest, but the door won’t stay ajar indefinitely. This episode presses us to ditch excuses and run to Him before time runs out. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 26, 2025 • 5min
Standing in God's Might
Step into William Gurnall’s "The Christian in Complete Armour" and discover the secret of unshakable strength: it’s not ours, but God’s. Anchored in Ephesians 6:10, Gurnall warns that our own power crumbles before the enemy, but in the Lord’s might—our divine armory—we stand victorious. From David facing Goliath to Daniel in the lions’ den, history proves it: God’s strength turns weakness into triumph. This episode calls us to ditch pride, cling to faith, and draw daily from His power. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 25, 2025 • 5min
Living to God
Explore William Ames’ wisdom from "The Marrow of Theology," where theology becomes the art of living to God—our truest life and deepest joy. Rooted in Romans 11:36 and Psalm 36:9, Ames teaches that living according to God’s will, for His glory, surpasses all worldly pursuits of happiness. Faith, a heartfelt trust in God (Proverbs 3:5), unlocks this blessedness, drawing us to the fountain of life. This episode challenges us to move beyond mere knowledge into a vibrant life for Him. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 24, 2025 • 6min
Your Will Be Done
In this episode, we examine Thomas Manton’s work, "A Practical Exposition of the Lord’s Prayer." Drawing from Christ’s own surrender to God's will in Luke 22:42 and Matthew 26:39, Manton urges us to embrace God’s will not just with patience, but with joy—trusting His wisdom over our desires. This episode reflects on submitting to God’s sovereign plan, whether it calls us to act or endure, thrive or suffer. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 22, 2025 • 5min
The Beauty of a Broken Heart
In "The Acceptable Sacrifice," John Bunyan reveals the preciousness of a contrite heart before God. Far from rejecting the brokenhearted, the Lord delights in those who come to Him in true humility and repentance. This episode explores the biblical truth that a heart crushed by sin and sorrow is not despised but welcomed, healed, and transformed by God’s mercy. Bunyan reminds us that nothing moves the heart of God more than a soul that mourns over sin and clings to Christ alone for hope. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 21, 2025 • 5min
The Power of Christ's Intercession
How secure is the believer in Christ? Stephen Charnock answers this question by unveiling the glorious truth of Christ’s ongoing intercession. Jesus not only died for His people—He lives for them, continually pleading their case before the Father. His prayers are not empty words but powerful petitions, grounded in His own finished work on the cross. Join us as we explore this marvelous truth with this Puritan divine. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 20, 2025 • 5min
The Victory of Faith
When doubts overwhelm and fears press hard, where do we turn? In today’s episode, we explore Richard Sibbes’ comforting counsel on how faith in Christ brings victory over the inner turmoil of the soul. Faith does not ignore our battles, but it lifts our eyes beyond them to the Savior who calms every storm. Sibbes reminds us that when guilt weighs heavy and trials rage, we must cling to Christ, who has already overcome the world. Even the smallest faith, when fixed on Him, secures peace amidst life’s greatest conflicts. For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 19, 2025 • 5min
The Profit of Affliction
In this episode, we explore Richard Greenhill’s powerful exposition on suffering and its divine purpose in the believer’s life. Affliction is not God’s abandonment but His loving discipline, shaping us for holiness. Through trials, He strips away our pride, deepens our dependence on Christ, and refines us for glory. Greenhill reminds us that the pain of the moment is not wasted—it is a schoolmaster that teaches us to treasure God’s Word and trust in His sovereign care. Listen as we uncover the hidden mercies of affliction and learn how to endure trials with patience, faith, and the assurance that God’s hand is always at work for our good.For your gift of any amount for the month of March, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "Gospel Evidences of Saving Faith" by John Owen. To give, and receive your book, please click here.


