

Hearts Aflame
Dustin Benge
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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Apr 4, 2025 • 5min
The Comfort of God’s Covenant Love
Discover the unshakable comfort of God’s covenant in John Preston’s sermon, "The New Covenant, or The Saints’ Portion." Preston declares this eternal promise—forged in Christ’s blood, not our merit—as a rock for weary souls. God’s love doesn’t waver with our stumbles; it’s a grace that lifts, calls, and keeps us forever. This episode unveils a refuge stronger than sin or Satan, offering peace that endures every storm. For your gift of any amount during April, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "The Precious Blood: The Benefits of the Atonement of Christ" by Dustin Benge. This book is an excellent way to prepare your mind and heart as we meditate upon the cross of Christ and celebrate His resurrection during the month of April. To give and receive your book, please click here.

Apr 3, 2025 • 5min
The Boundless Mercy of God
Explore the depths of divine mercy with Thomas Watson’s "A Body of Divinity" (1692). Watson marvels at God’s free, fathomless love—sparing sinners, healing rebels, and crowning us with grace. From Israel’s rebellion to Paul’s redemption, mercy triumphs where wrath was due. This episode invites us to drink daily from this endless fountain, not to excuse sin, but to ignite praise. Have you felt its touch? Rest in God’s mercy and let it transform you today.For your gift of any amount during April, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "The Precious Blood: The Benefits of the Atonement of Christ" by Dustin Benge. This book is an excellent way to prepare your mind and heart as we meditate upon the cross of Christ and celebrate His resurrection during the month of April. To give and receive your book, please click here.

Apr 2, 2025 • 5min
The Triumph of Faith in Christ’s Victory
Samuel Rutherford’s "The Trial and Triumph of Faith" (1645) celebrates faith’s power to seize Christ’s victory (1 Corinthians 15:57). Jesus crushed sin and Satan, winning not just for Himself but for us—faith claims that triumph as our own (Exodus 15:2). Like the woman who touched His hem (Mark 5:28–29), we find strength in His finished work, not our faltering efforts. This episode stirs us to rest in His conquest, singing through storms. For your gift of any amount during April, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "The Precious Blood: The Benefits of the Atonement of Christ" by Dustin Benge. This book is an excellent way to prepare your mind and heart as we meditate upon the cross of Christ and celebrate His resurrection during the month of April. To give and receive your book, please click here.

Apr 1, 2025 • 6min
The Hope of Heaven's Rest
Step into Richard Baxter’s "The Saints’ Everlasting Rest" (1650), where he paints a breathtaking vision of heaven’s rest—a refuge from earth’s toil and tears (Hebrews 4:9). Beyond mere relief, it’s a vibrant eternity of joy and peace with Christ, promised to the weary (Revelation 14:13). Baxter urges us to loosen our grip on this world and fix our hearts on things above (Colossians 3:2). This episode ignites hope to endure, lifting our eyes to the rest secured by His blood.For your gift of any amount during April, we want to send you a complimentary copy of "The Precious Blood: The Benefits of the Atonement of Christ" by Dustin Benge. This book is an excellent way to prepare your mind and heart as we meditate upon the cross of Christ and celebrate His resurrection during the month of April. To give and receive your book, please click here.

Mar 31, 2025 • 5min
The Ruin of Sin and the Hope of Grace
Journey into Edward Reynolds’ "Meditations on the Fall and Misery of Man" (1658), where he exposes sin’s ruin on humanity—shattering God’s image and plunging us into death (Romans 3:23, 6:23). From Adam’s fall, we’re broken, cursed, and lost. Yet Reynolds unveils a stunning hope: grace outshines sin’s darkness (Romans 5:20). Christ, the gift of eternal life, turns ashes into beauty (Isaiah 61:3), redeeming rebels into sons. This episode confronts our ruin and lifts us to grace’s triumph. 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 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.