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My Heart's Desire: Living Every Moment in the Wonder of Worship
Experience deeper intimacy with God by adopting a "lifestyle of worship."
224 pages, Paperback
First published January 1, 2002
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About the author
David Jeremiah
802 books878 followersDr. David Jeremiah, founder of Turning Point Radio and Television Ministries and senior pastor of Shadow Mountain Community Church, felt God’s calling on his life at a very early age. Born February 13, 1941 in Toledo, Ohio, Dr. Jeremiah was raised in a family deeply committed to ministry. At the age of eleven, Dr. Jeremiah and his family moved to Dayton, Ohio where his father, Dr. James T. Jeremiah, was the Pastor of Emmanuel Baptist Church, and in 1953 became the President of Cedarville College in Cedarville, Ohio.
As Dr. Jeremiah was sensitive to God’s leading in his life, he followed in his father’s footsteps. In 1963, Dr. Jeremiah received a Bachelor of Arts from Cedarville College. In that same year, Dr. Jeremiah married his college sweetheart, Donna Thompson who also was attending Cedarville College as a business major. He went on to earn a Masters degree in Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in 1967. He completed additional graduate work at Grace University and was granted the Doctor of Divinity degree from Cedarville College in 1981.
In 1969, Dr. Jeremiah began Blackhawk Baptist Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and developed a Christian school grades K through 12. In the 12 years he served as pastor, Blackhawk Baptist Church grew from 7 families to 1300 members. He also launched The Bible Hour television program.
Dr. Jeremiah heeded God’s call, and in 1981 he and his family moved to California where he became the senior pastor of Scott Memorial Baptist Church, now Shadow Mountain Community Church.
Shadow Mountain Community Church is one of the largest churches in San Diego County. It is also the home of Southern California Seminary and Christian Unified Schools.
As Dr. Jeremiah began his ministry at Shadow Mountain, he felt God’s calling to continue the broadcast ministry he started in Fort Wayne. In 1982, Turning Point Ministries became a reality.
Today, Turning Point's 30-minute radio program is heard nationally and internationally on over 1800 stations and translator/satellators. In recognition of Dr. Jeremiah’s commitment to teaching the Word of God, he received the Broadcaster of the Year Award in 1999 from the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), in August 2002, received the Award of Merit from the Western Chapter of National Religious Broadcasters for Excellence in Broadcasting and Faithfulness in Service, and in 2006 Turning Point received the Best Radio Teaching Program Award. Dr. Jeremiah has served on the Board of Directors for the NRB since 1996.
Turning Point launched a television program in 1982 in San Diego and went nationwide in 2000. Now seen around the world through cable and satellite technology, as well as on terrestrial stations all across the United States, conservative estimates suggest that close to 200 million homes around the world have access to Dr. Jeremiah's Bible teaching each week. Turning Point Television offers a half-hour Bible study message and a full hour worship service with the same great preaching. Carried on several national and international networks such as TBN, ION, and INSP, Turning Point Television has most recently been added to Middle East TV Network and BET, the Black Entertainment Network.
Dr. Jeremiah is a sought-after conference speaker for organizations around the country. He frequently speaks at Cedarville College, Dallas Theological Seminary, Moody Bible Institute, Billy Graham Training Center, Phil Waldrep’s Senior Adult Celebrations and numerous NFL, NBA and Baseball chapels.
Along with his speaking schedule around the country, Dr. Jeremiah also finds time to fulfill another passion in his life, writing. His books are always gripping and right to the point. Some of his books include Escape the Coming Night, The Power of Encouragement, What the Bible Says About Angels, Prayer The Great Adventure, which brought him The Gold Medallion Award in 1998, God In You, Gifts from God
As Dr. Jeremiah was sensitive to God’s leading in his life, he followed in his father’s footsteps. In 1963, Dr. Jeremiah received a Bachelor of Arts from Cedarville College. In that same year, Dr. Jeremiah married his college sweetheart, Donna Thompson who also was attending Cedarville College as a business major. He went on to earn a Masters degree in Theology from Dallas Theological Seminary in 1967. He completed additional graduate work at Grace University and was granted the Doctor of Divinity degree from Cedarville College in 1981.
In 1969, Dr. Jeremiah began Blackhawk Baptist Church in Fort Wayne, Indiana, and developed a Christian school grades K through 12. In the 12 years he served as pastor, Blackhawk Baptist Church grew from 7 families to 1300 members. He also launched The Bible Hour television program.
Dr. Jeremiah heeded God’s call, and in 1981 he and his family moved to California where he became the senior pastor of Scott Memorial Baptist Church, now Shadow Mountain Community Church.
Shadow Mountain Community Church is one of the largest churches in San Diego County. It is also the home of Southern California Seminary and Christian Unified Schools.
As Dr. Jeremiah began his ministry at Shadow Mountain, he felt God’s calling to continue the broadcast ministry he started in Fort Wayne. In 1982, Turning Point Ministries became a reality.
Today, Turning Point's 30-minute radio program is heard nationally and internationally on over 1800 stations and translator/satellators. In recognition of Dr. Jeremiah’s commitment to teaching the Word of God, he received the Broadcaster of the Year Award in 1999 from the National Religious Broadcasters (NRB), in August 2002, received the Award of Merit from the Western Chapter of National Religious Broadcasters for Excellence in Broadcasting and Faithfulness in Service, and in 2006 Turning Point received the Best Radio Teaching Program Award. Dr. Jeremiah has served on the Board of Directors for the NRB since 1996.
Turning Point launched a television program in 1982 in San Diego and went nationwide in 2000. Now seen around the world through cable and satellite technology, as well as on terrestrial stations all across the United States, conservative estimates suggest that close to 200 million homes around the world have access to Dr. Jeremiah's Bible teaching each week. Turning Point Television offers a half-hour Bible study message and a full hour worship service with the same great preaching. Carried on several national and international networks such as TBN, ION, and INSP, Turning Point Television has most recently been added to Middle East TV Network and BET, the Black Entertainment Network.
Dr. Jeremiah is a sought-after conference speaker for organizations around the country. He frequently speaks at Cedarville College, Dallas Theological Seminary, Moody Bible Institute, Billy Graham Training Center, Phil Waldrep’s Senior Adult Celebrations and numerous NFL, NBA and Baseball chapels.
Along with his speaking schedule around the country, Dr. Jeremiah also finds time to fulfill another passion in his life, writing. His books are always gripping and right to the point. Some of his books include Escape the Coming Night, The Power of Encouragement, What the Bible Says About Angels, Prayer The Great Adventure, which brought him The Gold Medallion Award in 1998, God In You, Gifts from God
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September 25, 2021
This is my favorite of David Jeremiah's books so far. It's not as gloomy as some of the rest, such as "I Never Thought I'd See the Day" and reads more like a comforting Max Lucado book or a S. D. Gordon book. It also reminded me of the book "Recapture the Wonder" by an author who has fallen out of favor, and while that was a good book, I would prefer to recommend this one with a similar topic - worship, awe, wonder, delighting in God. David Jeremiah can write books that engage the mind; this one engages the heart.
These chapters were a pleasure to read. Not merely sentimental or heart-warming, but awe-inspiring reminders of what worship is all about.
I had bought this book second-hand because my mom and sister have enjoyed reading David Jeremiah before and I have read books after them. This one, I gave to my mom first, but I wonder if she's read it, because I hadn't realized when I bought it how marked up this book was by its prior owner. My mom, I've discovered, doesn't like books that have been overly marked up. Some pages had every word underlined, which made it hard to tell what stood out to the prior owner in it. Of course, one might say that the prior owner thoroughly enjoyed it. I may pass this one along to my sister.
I would re-read this (my requirement for a 5-star review), but if I did I would probably buy a fresh unmarked copy.
I love the part about focusing on God's attributes. A beautiful reminder.
The opening scene of the book, at John's vision in Revelation, was beautiful and majestic and awe-inspiring, but the passage was actually, in context, more about God's judgment than it was about feel-good stuff. I returned to that part in this book to write the review, and Dr. Jeremiah did actually mention judgment, but he didn't dwell on it, when that seemed to be the actual theme of the passage.
I loved the chapters about praise being a form of warfare, but the sentence "Worship is the weapon that turns the battle every time" goes a little far. Or maybe, it depends on the definition of "turning the battle." Some people have died worshiping - I hope I do in a distant day - but that doesn't mean their death was averted. Of course, if one views that more as a welcome home than an earthly defeat, then maybe it does "turn the battle."
It's enough to say that worship changes our attitudes, which in turn can change everything, and I certainly love the line "Worship cleanses our hands and hearts, and then we can see how to fight. Then we can clear the sinful mists from our eyes and do things God's way." Of course, with language like that, we do need to remember that our warfare isn't against people, "flesh and blood," but against the "spiritual forces of evil in this dark world." (Ephesians 6:12) I think that Dr. David Jeremiah knows that.
I love the idea of Satan fleeing when we worship God.
These chapters were a pleasure to read. Not merely sentimental or heart-warming, but awe-inspiring reminders of what worship is all about.
I had bought this book second-hand because my mom and sister have enjoyed reading David Jeremiah before and I have read books after them. This one, I gave to my mom first, but I wonder if she's read it, because I hadn't realized when I bought it how marked up this book was by its prior owner. My mom, I've discovered, doesn't like books that have been overly marked up. Some pages had every word underlined, which made it hard to tell what stood out to the prior owner in it. Of course, one might say that the prior owner thoroughly enjoyed it. I may pass this one along to my sister.
I would re-read this (my requirement for a 5-star review), but if I did I would probably buy a fresh unmarked copy.
I love the part about focusing on God's attributes. A beautiful reminder.
The opening scene of the book, at John's vision in Revelation, was beautiful and majestic and awe-inspiring, but the passage was actually, in context, more about God's judgment than it was about feel-good stuff. I returned to that part in this book to write the review, and Dr. Jeremiah did actually mention judgment, but he didn't dwell on it, when that seemed to be the actual theme of the passage.
I loved the chapters about praise being a form of warfare, but the sentence "Worship is the weapon that turns the battle every time" goes a little far. Or maybe, it depends on the definition of "turning the battle." Some people have died worshiping - I hope I do in a distant day - but that doesn't mean their death was averted. Of course, if one views that more as a welcome home than an earthly defeat, then maybe it does "turn the battle."
It's enough to say that worship changes our attitudes, which in turn can change everything, and I certainly love the line "Worship cleanses our hands and hearts, and then we can see how to fight. Then we can clear the sinful mists from our eyes and do things God's way." Of course, with language like that, we do need to remember that our warfare isn't against people, "flesh and blood," but against the "spiritual forces of evil in this dark world." (Ephesians 6:12) I think that Dr. David Jeremiah knows that.
I love the idea of Satan fleeing when we worship God.
October 28, 2008
This is a simply written, heartfelt devotional book. In My Heart’s Desire: Living Every Moment in the Wonder of Worship, David Jeremiah draws you in to the pictures he paints in the book. You find yourself in Heaven’s throne room, weeping and then rejoicing with John as the Lamb is found worthy to open the book. The awe and wonder which this book inspires is aimed to incite you to greater heights of worship. Indeed all of life is to be lived as a worshiper of Christ.
For those looking for light yet devotional reading, this book will do nicely. It’s not all that profound, but the message is straightforward. And yes, its convicting. May your heart for Christ be strengthened as you read this book.
For those looking for light yet devotional reading, this book will do nicely. It’s not all that profound, but the message is straightforward. And yes, its convicting. May your heart for Christ be strengthened as you read this book.
October 31, 2016
This has been a life changing study it has been my passion for years to worship God to the fullest while on this earth. This study gave me the vocabulary, examples etc...to better formulate my words when I speak of worship. There is acceptable n non acceptable offerings of worship, it must cost you something and it must be the focus of each n every day and all day long till we see the celestial shores. I highly recommend this study to any one who is serious in their relationship with God.
November 10, 2025
This well-written book challenges us to live our lives in an every-day wonder of worship. We need to develop the habit of praising God throughout our days, and not just on Sunday mornings. Lots of scripture and practical examples are used throughout its chapters. If I had a criticism, it would be that the book is a little dated; it was published in 2002, just after the 911 crisis in America, and the text often reflects that fact. Most readers will be able to get over that with little problem. I think this is a very helpful book.
April 21, 2024
I read this devotionally, just a chapter or two a day. I feel it spoke to me a lot about giving my all to praise. I may read it again with highlighter in hand when God tells me I'm not praising him enough.
October 28, 2021
It took me FOREVER because i never have time to read- thats a lie i do but its hard. but this is an incredible book about HOW TO WORSHIP GOD MORE!!!!
November 21, 2022
showed me all I do is worship to God, or it should be worship
April 27, 2023
Dr Jeremiah explains worship and how as a Believer in Christ to draw closer to God. He provides excellent Biblical reference with easy to understand explanations and guidelines.
October 5, 2023
Really puts worship in its proper place and light.
December 11, 2024
Worship is warfair worship is perspective.
March 24, 2019
The way the author describes worshipping God is beautiful! Very different take and perspective on worship...
August 3, 2011
I really liked this book and almost gave it 4 stars. But not quite. I recommend this book to anyone wanting to begin a journey towards a deeper worship experience. It is a good read. It was very inspirational and motivational. I just found some of it dated, and would have liked a deeper study of the Scriptures on worship. But please don't let my 3 stars keep you from investigating this book. It really was almost a 4 for me and I would recommend it to others. Just a personal preference thing I guess.
January 18, 2016
This is a good deviotional on worship.
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