1. "Break Every Chain" by Jesus Culture
There is power in the name of Jesus
To break every chain
From the instrumental portion to the vocals, this song digs deep into the layers of our soul with slightly repetitive but powerful lyrics. Although many Christians know there is “power in the name of Jesus,” sometimes we just need to be reminded.
2. "Just Be Held" by Casting Crowns
And when you're tired of fighting
Chained by your control
There's freedom in surrender
Lay it down and let it go
Let’s be honest, it does not seem like God is always near. Thankfully, this song demolishes that thought and replaces it with the warm embrace of the Father.
3. "Good Good Father" by Chris Tomlin
Oh, and I've seen many searching for answers far and wide
But I know we're all searching
For answers only you provide
Cause you know just what we need
Before we say a word
Plain and simple, you are loved.
4. "Man of Sorrows" by Shane & Shane
Oh that rugged cross
My salvation
Where Your love poured out over me
Now my soul cries out
Hallelujah
Praise and honour unto Thee
Jesus’ sacrifice is the reason we have freedom, this song reminds us of just that alongside of a emotional journey packed into it.
5. "You Are Loved" by Stars Go Dim
If your heart's in a thousand pieces
If you're lost and you're far from reason
Just look up, know you are loved
This is a super catchy tune that speaks truth you need to hear. Just listen to it.
6. "No Longer Slaves" by Bethel Music
You surround me with a song
Of deliverance from my enemies
'Til all my fears are gone
This is such a freeing song. The world has no hold on us.
7. "Breathe" by Johnny Diaz
Come and rest at my feet
And be, just be
Chaos calls but all you really need
Is to just breathe
This life is fast paced-- a breath is well needed.
8. "I Give Myself Away" by InSalvation
All my dreams all my plans
Lord I place them in your hands
This is a perfect song to align your heart with God in worship.
9. "Your Great Name (Acoustic)" by Natalie Grant
Every fear; has no place; at the sound of your great name
The enemy; he has to leave; at the sound of your great name
I have to admit, I have had this song on repeat for a few months now. Powerful lyrics and moving acoustics make for a song to sit back and be filled with the power of the Spirit.
10. "You’ll Be Whole" by Lindsey Kane
I know that you feel like all hope has gone away
lost and forgotten innocence taken away
but it won’t always be this ways
on you’ll awaken to a new day
You’ll be whole at last
This is not a song that I have ever heard on the radio, but it should be-- what a calming and encouraging tune.
11. "Hallelujah" by Bethany Dillon
But it's when you hold me
That I start unfolding
And all I can say is
Hallelujah, hallelujah
This song hits home for me. When I need time to pray or read the Bible in the craziness of life, I play this song to take a step back and focus on what is important.
12. "Great Are You Lord" by All Sons and Daughters
You give life, You are love
You bring light to the darkness
You give hope, You restore
Every heart that is broken
This is my favorite worship song. When the band starts to play this, I immediately feel close to the Lord. There is nothing better than “pouring out our praise.”
13. "Dirty and Left Out" by The Almost
Why do you spread your arms and tell me I'm free
Why do you wanna be in my life
In my life
Although neither this song or artist is very well-known, it is a change of pace and definitely worth a listen.
14. "What Love Really Means" by JJ Heller
I will love you for you
Not for what you have done
Or what you will become
I love how this song is a story, and not just any story, but an incredibly relatable one. God’s love is incomprehensibly greater than any love we can discover in this world.
15. "Through All Of It" by Colton Dixon
You were there when it all came down on me
And I was blinded by my fear
And I struggled to believe
For starters, I love the piano in this song. But more importantly, the message of God never abandoning us through the ups and downs of life is just awesome.
16. "Kingdom Come" by Cody Davenport
We lift your name be glorified shout it out
Lord let your kingdom come
Lord let your will be done today in this place
I am not sure where I first heard this song, but now every time I hear it, I stop whatever I am doing. The lyrics are a beautiful prayer.
17. "Because He Lives (Amen)" by Matt Maher
I was dead in the grave
I was covered in sin and shame
I heard mercy call my name
He rolled the stone away
Going to Matt’s concert and hearing this song live, I have never felt so alive in Christ. Our identity resides in Him; this song reminds us of this.
18. "Yahweh" by Elevation Worship
Filled with Your wonder
Here I surrender
Held in Your mystery of grace
I recently began listening to Elevation Worship and cannot get enough. Just take a listen for yourself.
Music takes such a significant role in worship. For many people, it is much easier to relate or understand a message through song. My hope is this list can bring the Truth to you.
