Heart Of Worship - True Worship

Poem:

Deeper than the depths of the seas,Louder than the sea's roar,Our God is strong and mighty.He goes before kings and far above human wisdom.He is majestic—no creature on earth can fathom.The One who is to come,The one true God.You are wonderful, even science cannot quantify.Higher than the mountain peaks are the wonders of our Lord Jesus.Your glory lies in Your mysteries—The unexplainable signs of human form,The seven spiritual wonders of creation,Intricately woven into the seven days of creation.We cannot wrap our heads around who You are,Because You are more than we can imagine,Beyond what we can comprehend.Majestic You are, glorious You are.Holy, Holy, Holy is the Lord God Almighty—Let His name be praised in all the earth.Flowers may wither away,But Your beauty is forever nourishing.Be praised, Holy One.

As our hearts echo the depth and wonder of this praise, we are invited into something more intimate—more lasting—than a moment of song or expression. True worship reaches beyond poetic admiration; it calls us to respond with our lives. And so, we step gently from adoration into reflection, asking ourselves: What is the heart of worship?

The Heart of True Worship

The Lord’s love for us is unimaginable. His glories fill the temple, and we stand in awe of His presence. A heart of worship is not just found in music or ritual—it is found when we tap into His splendor, when we experience His beauty even in the unknown. This article explores what a heart of worship truly looks like.

What is Worship?

According to Rick Warren in The Purpose Driven Life, worship is not just an event—it’s a lifestyle. Often, we reduce worship to outward expressions: raising our hands, closing our eyes, weeping, or shouting in what we believe is being “in His presence.” While these moments can be powerful, they’re only one aspect of worship. I resonate deeply with Warren’s definition: worship is the posture of your heart in your daily walk with the Father. It’s not just an emotional response—it’s how you live, love, obey, and surrender behind the scenes.

• Worship is choosing integrity when no one is watching and temptation knocks at your door.

• Worship is trusting God even when nothing makes sense.

• Worship is surrender—giving God glory simply because He is worthy, standing in awe of His goodness.

• Worship is returning to the Father, even when you feel wrecked and weary—when life has left your heart bruised, yet you still crawl back to Him, trusting Him with your baggage.

Worship in the Bible

The Word of God gives us a beautiful example of a heart of worship through Mary Magdalene. She worshiped Jesus by washing His feet with her tears and anointing them with expensive perfume—a sacrifice that spoke volumes in her time. Despite being known as a sinful woman, she didn’t let the opinions of others stop her. She poured out her love and repentance at Jesus’ feet (Luke 7:36–50).

Worship is also seen in our obedience to God. Job is a powerful example—he worshiped even in the midst of unimaginable suffering. Take a moment to ask yourself: If you were in Job’s position, would you continue to worship God, or would you curse Him? Be honest with yourself. Ask the Holy Spirit to reveal who you truly are in your heart—and if anything needs to be made right with God, do it. (Take time to read the book of Job.)

Reflection Question:What does your current posture of worship reveal about your trust in God—especially in seasons of silence, suffering, or uncertainty?

Worship in Brokenness

Worship is being raw and honest with God—bringing Him the unfiltered truth of how you feel, not just what you think He wants to hear. It’s vulnerability. It’s exposing your heart, your intentions—whether pure or not—and simply asking Him to take control.

Sometimes I struggle with prayer, reading the Word, staying focused, consistent, productive... I wrestle with procrastination. But even in those moments, I choose to open up to God about how I’m doing and how I feel in that season. At times, I find myself talking to Him subconsciously—just like I’d speak to a close friend. Even when I’m angry or doubting Him, I tell Him the truth. I don’t hide it.

And what I’ve found is that when I bring my rawness to God, He gently whispers His promises back to me. He reminds me of what He’s done before and assures me that He still holds me—right now and in all the days ahead. Every negative thought and feeling is met with His calming voice, silencing the noise in my mind with His peace.

As the psalmist says,“Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge” (Psalm 62:8, NIV).

Being a Christian isn’t easy. Sometimes we think we have to approach God only when we feel perfect, pure, and blameless. But the truth is—He longs to hear our worship even in our brokenness, especially in the darkness. That’s where worship becomes most honest.

I often ask myself: Has God ever failed me? Has He ever broken a promise?Maybe you can ask yourself these same questions and reflect on your answers.

Yes, sometimes pain makes us feel as though God has broken His word or abandoned us in our suffering. We even begin to doubt His presence. But worship is not hiding those feelings—it’s bringing them to Him. Don’t try to carry the weight alone. Pour it all out. Let your worship be loud with grief, anger, and questions.

I’ve heard the stories—people who’ve lost loved ones in tragic, heartbreaking ways. Worship doesn’t ignore that pain. It brings it to God. I had a friend who lost her baby six months into her pregnancy. I was angry—angry at the loss, at the sorrow, at the silence. But weeks later, she shared a powerful encounter she had with Jesus. He showed her how deeply He cared, how present He was, and how He was carrying her through the pain.

It didn’t mean she stopped crying. But something shifted in her worship. There was a new depth—a trust that she could run to the Father with her sorrow, and He would carry it for her.

That is true worship.

Worship as Full Surrender

Worship is also asking God to reveal the giants in your life—those battles you might not even recognize. It’s saying, “Lord, show me the hidden things. Take control.” Worship is adorning Him, glorifying Him, and depending on Him with everything you have. As Jesus said in Matthew 22:37,“Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.”This is the heart of worship—a love that consumes every part of us.

Scriptures to Hold Onto

• “Love the Lord your God with all your heart, with all your soul, and with all your mind.” – Matthew 22:37 (NIV)

• “The Lord is close to the brokenhearted and saves those who are crushed in spirit.” – Psalm 34:18 (NIV)

• “Trust in Him at all times, you people; pour out your hearts to Him, for God is our refuge.” – Psalm 62:8 (NIV)

Reflection Questions

• What parts of your heart are you still trying to hide from God?

• What giants might be present in your life that you’ve never brought before God?

• How might your worship shift if you brought your pain, frustration, or doubt fully into His presence?

Let’s Reflect Together

Now we want to hear from you.What does a heart of worship mean to you?Take a moment and share in the comments below. Whether it’s a thought, a Scripture, or a personal experience, your story might encourage someone else. Let’s grow in worship—together.

Written By Amanda Nhunzvi

Edited By Tariro Dorcas Matibiri