Writer(s): Jeremy Riddle, Josh Farro, Phil Wickham
Kari Jobe says, “This song is an invitation for the Holy Spirit to come and invade every circumstance in our lives…” Singing about the Holy Spirit is not knew, but this one has resonated widely. Bible stories make for powerful worship songs. This song is based on the 2 Kings 6:15-18 story of Elisha praying “open his eyes that he may see” which revealed the previously hidden hosts of angels, horses and chariots. Writer(s): Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, Scott Cash Taking something ancient and delivering it in modern worship powerfully demonstrates how we are part of a faith that is very old. This is a modern adaptation of the Apostle’s Creed, which is believed to come from the First Century. Writer(s): Brian Johnson, Christa Black Gifford, Jeremy RiddleĬhrista Black Gifford says, “Brian (Johnson) had spontaneously sung the chorus years before…and we began crafting the song around what had exploded in his heart that Sunday years ago.” How well do we as worshippers welcome Christ into our “house” or worship? This call to worship, calls and commits the worshipper to identify their desire to be present for Christ in their praise. Writer(s): Jesse Reeves, Matt Maher, Matt Redman, Tim Wanstall Take the time and learn the context,” Maher says. So, please don’t roll your eyes at scripture. Millennials…hear a pastor say, “And all God’s people said amen,” and…roll their eyes a little bit at that. Writer(s): Matt Maher, Paul Moak, Trevor Morgan
Writer(s): Andi Rozier, Jason Ingram, Meredith AndrewsĪ perfect song for communion or Good Friday, “Lamb of God” expertly guides us to consider that “there is not greater love than to lay down your life for a friend” just as John’s gospel records. “Only King Forever” includes the pastor of the church as a co-writer and was written for a sermon series. Writer(s): Chris Brown, Mack Brock, Steven Furtick, Wade JoyeĮlevation Worship must make this list, as their influence in worship surely is beyond it. Chris Tomlin says, “When I think about what we’re doing as worship leaders, when we’re bringing a song of praise, a heavenly anthem of praise, it drowns out all music and drowns out all other noise ….” Here is a hymn beautifully reclaimed in a modern style. Writer(s): Chris Tomlin, Ed Cash, George Job Elvey, Godfrey Thring, Matt Maher, Matthew Bridges We wanted to paint a picture of his story of coming to earth to die for our sins…” Kari Jobe says of her collaboration with Brian Johnson this: “The thing we kept saying was forever, just talking about how forever Jesus will be lifted high, worshipped and glorified. Writer(s): Brian Johnson, Christa Black Gifford, Gabriel Wilson, Jenn Johnson, Joel Taylor, Kari Jobe This song allows a church to honestly sing about them in a redeeming context. Writer(s): Christy Nockels, Daniel Carson, Jesse Reeves, Kristian Stanfill, Matt MaherĪ stirring collaboration, “Lord, I Need You” offers a prayer every believer and wanderer can sing and pray together. And in other version it says, Victor’s Crown of Thorn.” Darlene says, “In John 19, it says Jesus represented wearing the crown of thorn. “Victor’s Crown” is a powerful proclamation of praise. Writer(s): Darlene Zschech, Israel Houghton, Kari Jobe Top 20 Worship Songs Of This Decade (2010-2016) 20. We think you that beautiful fact will be clear when you see the list of the Top 20 Worship Songs of this Decade. Of course a list like this cannot contain many incredibly inspiring songs-and there are many! With diverse expressions of worship, no one style, artist, or song fits all. Perhaps there are some trends to consider. Now that we have less than half way to go, it’s a good time to look at the music that has not only topped charts, but inspired and deepened the worshippers all over the world. There are some amazing new worship songs that have made a penetrating impact this current decade.
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