Today we’d like to introduce you to Gianna Sgambelluri.
Hi Gianna, it’s an honor to have you on the platform. Thanks for taking the time to share your story with us – to start maybe you can share some of your backstory with our readers?
My story, like many others, is marked by both celebration and hardship. What makes it unique is the way Jesus met me in one of the darkest seasons of my life and completely transformed who I am and my understanding of who He is.
Ultimately, my story is a testimony of Jesus’ love, who set me free, which leads me to do the work I do now.
I grew up on the island of Guam, where community, culture, family, honor, and respect are deeply valued. I am incredibly grateful for my heritage and the strength of the Chamorro people. There is a strong sense that we protect one another, preserve our heritage, and stand together. Those values shaped me in many beautiful ways. At the same time, I grew up with certain beliefs about the spiritual world that shaped my understanding of fear, authority, and protection.
Although I knew about God and attended church, I didn’t truly have a personal relationship with Him. I acknowledge God wholeheartedly in my belief, but without realizing it, my faith was compartmentalized. God was part of my life, not the center of it. I had never fully understood what it meant to have a personal relationship with Jesus or the authority, freedom, and intimacy we have in Him.
Everything changed when I entered one of the darkest seasons of my life. During my pregnancy, I experienced a depth of pain and despair unlike anything I had ever known. I struggled with overwhelming depression, intrusive thoughts, fear, hopelessness, and loneliness. Every day felt heavy. I would sleep for long periods and still wake up tired. I withdrew from people and often felt trapped by my own thoughts. At times, the pain felt so overwhelming that I could not see a way forward.
Yet even in that darkness, I continued crying out to God. I held tightly to my Bible. I prayed. I sought the Lord. Deep down, despite all the confusion and pain, I loved Him and wanted to follow Him. Then, in one of the lowest moments of my life, the Lord spoke to me.
He said:
“Gianna, if you are as humble as you say you are, then deliver this baby.”
Those words changed everything.
In that moment, my focus shifted. I realized that God had given me an assignment, and my responsibility was to trust Him and obey Him one step at a time. I didn’t suddenly have all the answers. My circumstances didn’t instantly change. But I knew what my next step was.
Sometimes faith looked like trusting God for the next five minutes. Sometimes it looked like getting through the next hour. Sometimes it looked like casting down one lie at a time and choosing to believe what God said instead.
Little by little, the Lord carried me through that season. He sustained me, strengthened me, protected my child, and began renewing my mind. He dismantled lies I had believed and revealed His love to me in ways I had never experienced before.
Long story short, Jesus saved my life.
What began as one of the darkest chapters of my story became an invitation into deeper intimacy with Him.
As I continued growing in my relationship with Christ, I realized there were still so many questions I had as a believer, even though I had grown up in church. The Lord began teaching me through His Word and by His Holy Spirit, showing me what fellowship with Him truly looks like. I discovered that faith in Jesus Christ is not simply about religion, routine, or checking a box. It is about knowing a living Savior who desires relationship with His people.
The more I encountered His love, the more I wanted others to encounter Him too.
That passion is what led me to write and publish my book. I am the author of No Greater Love than Mine for You, currently available on Amazon, my website, and The Godly Woman app, with additional online and retail locations coming soon.
Every page is rooted in Scripture and supported by personal testimony because my desire is not simply to share information. It’s an invitation for others to encounter the same personal love of Jesus and help people grow in their relationship with God, understand His character, and experience that same freedom today.
Because at the end of the day, my story is not about how strong I was. It’s about how faithful God was. The greatest miracle wasn’t simply that my circumstances changed, it was that I encountered the love of Jesus in the middle of them.
That’s why I am so passionate about the work I do today. I know what it feels like to be hurting, searching, and desperate for hope, for an escape. And I know what it feels like to be found by the One who never stopped pursuing me.
Would you say it’s been a smooth road, and if not what are some of the biggest challenges you’ve faced along the way?
It has definitely not been a smooth road. Beyond the personal struggles I faced, one of the greatest challenges was learning to step out in obedience despite fear.
Like many creators and entrepreneurs, I spent a lot of time believing I needed more before I could begin. As I felt God calling me to share my faith publicly, I constantly told myself I needed more. More experience. More equipment. More confidence. A better setup. Better content. Better timing. I convinced myself that once everything was perfect, then I would start.
The truth is, perfection became a form of delay.
I worried about what people would think. I worried about being misunderstood. I worried about offending others, saying the wrong thing or not being qualified enough. I compared myself and wondered if anyone would even listen.
At the same time, I faced spiritual opposition, emotional challenges, and moments of deep discouragement. There were seasons where prayer, fasting, seeking wise counsel, and standing firmly on God’s Word became essential. (And from my understanding now, it always is lol)
What I’ve learned is that whenever God calls us to build something, there will almost always be resistance. I had to continuously seek the Lord and tear down every thought in contradiction to what He was calling me to start.
And here’s the truth: it’s never easy.
Breaking ground is hard work, but that’s the whole point.
When we begin and put our hand to the plow, it requires effort, patience, and perseverance. If you don’t have a purpose, a passion or conviction that keeps you moving forward, you will crumble when opposition comes.
I’ve been broken. Seasons when I questioned myself, battled fear, and wrestled with discouragement. But my Father, the Potter, picked up the pieces and molded me again.
The Lord continually reminded me that He was not asking me to be perfect or have all the answers. He was asking me to be obedient. The obstacles that once felt impossible became opportunities to depend on Him more deeply.
Can you tell our readers more about what you do and what you think sets you apart from others?
Looking back, I can see that God was preparing me for this work long before I ever realized it.
I never had dreams of writing a book, starting a ministry, or teaching others. None of this was part of my original plan. The only reason I am here today is because of what Jesus has done in my own life and the people He placed along my journey who helped teach, equip, and guide me. I want to help others navigate similar struggles and provide the biblical tools, encouragement, and support I wish I had earlier in my own journey.
Throughout my life, much of my work has centered around healing, advocacy, education, and serving others. From representing Guam internationally as Miss World Guam and advocating for military families, to serving as a Certified Grief Recovery Specialist and a Governor-appointed member of the Guam P.E.A.C.E. Council, my heart has always been to help people navigate pain, find healing, and move forward with hope.
Today, I continue that mission through writing, teaching, speaking, and ministry. I’m thrilled to announce that I will soon be launching a ministry focused on helping people grow in their relationship with Jesus.
What I am most proud of is not a title, accomplishment, or platform. It is seeing God use my story to encourage others and witnessing lives transformed through His love and truth. There is nothing more rewarding than hearing from someone who has found hope, healing, freedom, or a deeper relationship with Christ because of something God allowed me to share.
What sets my work apart is that I teach from both personal experience and biblical foundation. The lessons I share are not simply things I have studied, they are truths I have personally wrestled with, walked through, and experienced God’s faithfulness in. My goal is to help equip others with the tools, biblical truth, and encouragement they need to navigate life’s challenges.
My mission remains the same: to point people back to Jesus.
Before we let you go, we’ve got to ask if you have any advice for those who are just starting out?
My advice is simple: Give God your yes.
You do not need to have everything figured out before you begin.
One of the biggest lessons I’ve learned is that clarity often comes through obedience. We want the full blueprint, but God often gives us the next step.
If He’s placed something on your heart, a business, a book, a creative project, a ministry, or a dream don’t wait until you feel fully prepared.
Start where you are. Be faithful with what is already in your hands. Trust God with what He has placed before you today and allow Him to lead you into the next.
There will be challenges. There will be moments of doubt. There will be days when you question whether you’re capable or qualified.
But your calling was never meant to be sustained by your own strength.
It is sustained by God’s grace.
I also encourage people not to compare their beginning to someone else’s middle. Social media can make it seem like everyone else has it figured out, but every journey starts with a first step. Stay grounded in your purpose. Know why you’re doing what you’re doing. When your work is rooted in calling rather than recognition, you’ll find the strength to keep moving forward when things become difficult.
Most importantly, prioritize your relationship with God.
Success, influence, achievements, and accomplishments can never replace intimacy with Him.
What I wish I knew when I started is this:
You don’t need to have everything figured out. Simply give your ‘yes’ to the next thing God is asking you to do.
If any part of my story resonates with you, I would love to hear from you. Whether you have a testimony to share, a prayer request, or simply want to connect, my heart is to create a place where people can encounter the love of Jesus, grow in their faith, and be encouraged in their walk with Him.
One of my greatest joys is hearing what God is doing in people’s lives and celebrating His faithfulness together. If you’re carrying a burden, I would be honored to pray with you.
My hope is that through my story, you won’t simply learn more about me, but that you’ll see how it points to Jesus and that, perhaps, you too can encounter His goodness and personal love. Because the same Jesus who met me in my darkest moment is still pursuing and transforming lives today.
Contact Info:
- Website: https://faithgal.com
- Instagram: _giannahunter
