Hearts Aflame

Christ’s heart brims with compassion for sinners, as seen in John Preston’s "The Breastplate of Faith and Love." He welcomes the weak with open arms, weeping for them as He did for Jerusalem, eager to forgive. This episode unpacks His readiness to heal—trust His mercy today. Are you coming to Christ? 

The soul longs for God alone, as seen in Henry Scougal’s "The Life of God in the Soul of Man." Made for Him, it finds no rest in worldly things—only His presence satisfies. This episode unpacks how to stir this desire through prayer and obedience, tasting His grace. Are you seeking God today?

True joy comes from Christ alone, as seen in Isaac Ambrose’s "Looking Unto Jesus." Unlike fading worldly pleasures, His love and redemption fill you with lasting delight, even in trials. This episode unpacks how to find this joy in Him daily—look to Jesus today. Are you rejoicing in Christ?

The fear of God starts true wisdom, as seen in William Perkins’ "A Godly and Learned Exposition of the Creed." It’s a holy reverence, not dread, leading to obedience and safety, not sin. This episode unpacks how it shapes a wise, careful life—cultivate it today. Are you fearing God wisely? 

Christ’s intercession continues at God’s right hand, as seen in Stephen Charnock’s "The Knowledge of God in Christ." His blood and scars plead for your mercy, strengthening your weak prayers and silencing sin’s accusations. This episode unpacks how His unending advocacy secures you—trust His prayers today. Are you resting in His intercession? 

God cares for you as a tender Father, as seen in Robert Bolton’s "Instructions for a Right Comforting Afflicted Consciences." He measures afflictions with love, strengthening the weak, not crushing them. This episode unpacks how His fatherly compassion comforts you in trials—trust His care. Are you resting in His fatherhood today?

The world’s charms are fleeting, as seen in Thomas Boston’s "Human Nature in Its Fourfold State." Riches, honors, and pleasures fade, but Christ endures—He’s your true treasure. This episode unpacks how to look beyond vanity to Him, building on His eternal rock. Are you seeking Christ above the world today? 

The Christian life is a battle, and God’s armor equips you, as seen in William Gurnall’s "The Christian in Complete Armour." Truth, righteousness, peace, faith, salvation, and God’s Word shield you from evil—worn daily with prayer. This episode unpacks how to use this armor to stand firm against Satan. Are you dressed for battle today? 

The Spirit brings life to prayer, as seen in Anthony Burgess’ "The True Doctrine of Justification." He gives warmth, faith, and direction, turning cold pleas into fervent cries to God. This episode unpacks how to rely on His help, shaping prayers by His will. Are you depending on the Spirit today? 

The Word of God is your soul’s daily food, as seen in Thomas Manton’s "Sermons on Psalm 119." Like bread sustains the body, Scripture feeds your faith, guides your holiness, and anchors your hope—neglecting it starves you, while delighting in it helps you grow. This episode unpacks how to meditate on it daily for strength against sin. Are you feeding on God’s Word today?