In this episode, we reflect on Thomas Manton’s rich teaching on the mediating work of Christ. Jesus stands between a holy God and sinful people, bringing peace through His sacrifice and continual intercession. Every grace from God flows to us through Him, and every hope we possess rests on His advocacy. Christ is the door, the ladder, the way — the One who makes our worship possible and our salvation sure.
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The Sweetness of Christ’s Presence
In this episode, we savor Samuel Rutherford’s reflections on the joy of Christ’s nearness. One moment with Jesus outweighs every earthly pleasure. His presence lightens burdens, sweetens suffering, and steadies the trembling heart. Christ may hide for a moment to awaken longing, but He never leaves His own. The deepest joy of the Christian life is Christ Himself.
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The Sufficiency of Christ
Jeremiah Burroughs reminds us that Christ is not only necessary — He is enough. Every desire of the heart finds its answer in Him. He is wisdom, righteousness, peace, redemption, and joy for His people. When Christ is our portion, we lack nothing that truly matters. This episode calls us to let go of substitutes and rest in the fullness of Jesus.
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The Beauty of Christ’s Obedience
In this episode, we reflect on Thomas Watson’s teaching that the righteousness which justifies believers is Christ’s perfect obedience. Jesus not only died for us — He lived for us. Every holy thought, word, and deed of His life now stands in place of ours. This truth frees us from the anxiety of self-righteousness and fuels a new life of grateful obedience.
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The Compassion of Christ
Drawing from John Bunyan’s "Come and Welcome to Jesus Christ," this episode celebrates the kindness of Christ toward burdened sinners. He does not wait for worthiness — He welcomes willingness. His compassion is not momentary but constant, and He delights to receive those who feel most unworthy. Shame pushes us away from Jesus; compassion is what draws us back home.
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.