In this episode, we look to Thomas Vincent’s "The True Christian’s Love to the Unseen Christ" and the blessed hope of Jesus’ return. Christ came once in humility; He will come again in glory. This expectation fills the believer with joy, reverence, and readiness. The future is not uncertain — the King is coming. Every passing day brings us closer to the moment when faith becomes sight and sorrow is swallowed by everlasting joy.
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The School of Suffering
From Thomas Case’s "A Treatise of Afflictions," this episode explores suffering as the school where God refines His children for glory. Trials are not signs of rejection but proof of divine love. The hand that wounds also heals, and every sanctified tear becomes wisdom. When the believer submits to God in hardship, suffering becomes the very place where grace grows deepest.
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A Peaceful Heart
In this episode, we meditate on Samuel Ward’s "A Coal from the Altar to Kindle Holy Fire" and the inward peace that comes not from prosperity but from purity. A quiet conscience is a continual feast. When we surrender outcomes to God and trust His fatherly care, we discover a peace no storm can shake and a rest no circumstance can steal.
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Communion with Christ
This episode reflects on Samuel Rutherford’s "Letters" and the unmatchable joy of communion with Christ. His presence is the believer’s paradise — turning suffering into song and loss into gain. To walk closely with Christ is to taste heaven on earth. When we linger in His Word and prayer, His nearness becomes our peace, strength, and delight.
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Christ’s Tenderness
In this episode, we draw from William Bridge’s "The Great Gospel Mystery of the Saints’ Comfort and Holiness" to rest in the gentleness of Christ toward weak and wounded believers. When faith feels faint and strength is gone, Jesus does not shame the trembling soul — He comforts, upholds, and carries it. His love stoops low, His compassion runs deep, and His grace shines brightest in our weakness.
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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