Worship

Whether you prefer hymns, contemporary Christian music, or a bit of both, I pray these Ash Wednesday hymns and songs focus your thoughts on Jesus now and throughout the year.

While playing secular music in church seems culturally sensitive, there is the danger of it backfiring, in that many unchurched newcomers come to the church to seek a different approach to life and their problems. Thus, hearing pop or country music may just do the opposite of being attractive.

Individualism is one of the greatest threats to our faith. It encourages us to act in our own interests instead of looking to the interests of others (Philippians 2:3-4). Individualism values independence, autonomy, and self-sufficiency rather than growth in community and dependence on God—two defining characteristics of Christian doctrine.With the rise of “me” culture, individualism has become more prevalent. Personal freedom to do what we want has replaced biblicalboundaries instilled by God for our protection. The fixation on self has become toxic to families, churches, and workplaces, resulting in a higher incidence of divorce, decreased church attendance, and individuals who care more about climbing the corporate ladder than working collaboratively for the good of the group.In a world that tells us our autonomic self is our only authority, how can we help restore God to His rightful position on the throne of our lives? It starts by acknowledging Jesus is Lord, worshipping Him, and living in a way that glorifies God.Here are 5 ways to avoid self-serving worship so you can grow in your faith and honor your Heavenly Father:Photo Credit: ©Unsplash/Iyan Kurnia

When you sing about God’s love, you’re not just worshiping, you’re declaring war on fear, shame, and doubt. Let these songs remind you that you’re always pursued, always loved.

Here are 10 trending worship songs centered on God's faithfulness, surrender, hope after hardship, and God's presence amid anxiety.

What really matters when it comes to the songs that are sung in church on a Sunday?

Praise and worship have a specific role in your life and that is by design from the Lord. Let’s explore five powerful dynamics you’ll find in God’s Word that He has divinely interwoven into praise.

Satan loves to throw challenges at you. If you can worship during his tricks, you’ll come to learn that praise and worship are not about how you feel. It's about worshipping God and trusting His victory. Here are 5 ways to win through worship.

We hope you enjoy these wonderful performances of the best Christmas hymns of all time. Be inspired by the power of music to rejoice and give thanks for our Savior, Jesus Christ!

It can be shocking to realize that some of our favorite Christmas songs aren’t biblically accurate. Here are five popular Christmas songs with bad theology.

Is it just a matter of personal preference, or does the Bible provide any insight? How can you discern if a song is appropriate for worship at church?

Most people are comfortable with reading the Bible and praying together, but worship is different. Why is that? People are sometimes less comfortable expressing themselves in worship when others are around than they are worshipping alone. But is one “better” or more spiritually beneficial than the other?

Here are 10 of the most beloved Thanksgiving hymns numerous families will enjoy this season:

Here are the inspiring stories behind 5 of the most well-known hymns and worship songs.

Most church services include times of singing and music, and there are hundreds of options for worship leaders to choose from. But while some songs magnify the name of Jesus and thank Him for all He is and has done, others focus more on us and our emotional response. Together, we'll look at what makes a good worship song, as well as some examples from Scripture.