“I adore you” is a sentiment we might share with our sweetheart. On my first trip to Africa, my heart was moved when this phrase was used lovingly and intimately in prayer. It touched me deeply to hear this not only from our African host, but again from his wife, our translators and other Nigerian friends. The native people had few possessions and nothing of real monetary value, yet their walk with God was deep and obviously satisfying. I was inspired by their profound commitment to our Savior and how they were not ashamed to show outward affection for God. The simple affirmation of adoration was pure, innocent and evidence of a heart of worship.
When we worship God in such a personal way, it transforms us. It changes us to be more and more like Him. We know something about His beauty when we are in awe of His created works, yet none of the beauty we see is perfectly holy. When we ponder ways to adore Him, in His creation, in His holiness, in His perfection, this delights us and fills us with awe. Authentic worship demands we know God as He truly is. We cannot understand Him perfectly or completely, but we can strive to know Him accurately as He reveals Himself in His Word. 1 Corinthians 13:12 says, “For now we see only a reflection as in a mirror; then we shall see face to face. Now I know in part; then I shall know fully, even as I am fully known.”
Let’s deepen our understanding of Him, and be transformed as He is glorified in beautiful worship and awestruck adoration. “Give unto the Lord the glory due to His name; worship the Lord in the beauty of holiness” (Psalm 29:2, NKJV).
Exchanging hurt for hope is Sheryl Giesbrecht’s focus—a message she shares with audiences as a radio and television personality, author and speaker. A dynamic teacher and motivating leader, Giesbrecht has endured many changes and challenges, moving her to a deep faith, trust and dependence on God.
She served as Focus on the Family’s columnist for Pastor’s Wives for four years. Hundreds of her columns, magazine and devotional articles have appeared in Focus on The Family Magazine, Just Between Us, Discipleship Journal, CCM, Walk Thru the Bible’s – InDeed and Tapestry publications.
Giesbrecht’s radio show, “Transformed Through Truth” is nationally and internationally syndicated and heard daily by over 10 million listeners on networks across the United States. The Holy Spirit Broadcasting Network shares the show internationally on seven continents. “Transformed Through Truth” launched as a 30-minute internet television teaching feature in March 2017. To view this amazing teaching time, go to www.HSBN.tv.
Sheryl has a heart for missions and is avid about reaching out to the poor and needy, locally through the Rescue Mission and worldwide through various ministry partners. Giesbrecht is a Lead Like Jesus Facilitator and missionary with Freedom In Christ Ministries (www.FICM.org) and has been personally involved with equipping hundreds and facilitating the training of thousands of leaders internationally. Sheryl’s latest book is entitled It’ll Be Okay: Finding God When Doubt Hides the Truth.
The joys of Giesbrecht’s life are her children and thirteen grandchildren. She is excited about the new beginning she shares with her marriage to Dr. Jim Turner. Sheryl holds a Bachelor of Arts from Biola University, a Master’s in Ministry and a Doctorate of Theology.
Learn more about Sheryl Giesbrecht on her website, www.sherylgt.com. She also invites readers to follow her on Facebook, and on Twitter (@SGiesbrecht).
