1. Holy Forever- Chris Tomlin

"A thousand generations, falling down in worship, to sing the song of ages to the Lamb." Sometimes, we all need a reminder that God is good and He is holy forever. No matter what is happening in our world, He deserves our praise. His name is the highest, greatest, and truly is above all names. That's a reason to celebrate.

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2. Trust in God- Elevation Worship/Chris Brown

"Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine. He's been my fourth man in the fire, time after time. Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood, and what He did for me on Calvary is more than enough." One of my favorite parts about this song is the line, "He's been my fourth man in the fire, time after time." Why? Because all of us have felt like Daniel and his friends, thrown into the fiery furnace. Today, we probably haven't been in a physical fire, but we know what it's like to face fiery circumstances. But even there, God's presence is with us. He's truly that fourth man in the fire, God *with* us. 

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3. I Know a Name- Elevation Worship/Chris Brown/ Brandon Lake

I know a name that can silence the roaring waves. I know a name that can empty out a grave. I know a name, it's the only name that saves. And it's worthy of all praise." If we truly believe the lyrics of that song are true, then we can rejoice that we do know a Name. And not just any name, but the name of Jesus that can transform, change, and restore our lives. 

Click here to watch this worship song.

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4. Love of God- Brandon Lake/ Phil Wickham

"It's so good, I almost can't believe it. Far beyond what hearts could ever dream. The God who set the galaxies in motion would descend to give His life for me." One of the most beautiful attributes of the Lord is His love for us as human beings. It's impossible to fully comprehend it, but that love is something you and I don't deserve. Not only did Jesus give His life for us, but He also gave us the ability to love. 

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Terry Wyatt/Stringer

5. Firm Foundation- Cody Carnes

"Christ is my firm foundation, the rock on which I stand. When everything around me is shaken, I've never been more glad. That I put my faith in Jesus, 'Cause He's never let me down. He's faithful through generations, so why would He fail now? He won't." While human beings may mean well, even the best ones will fail you. The good news about Jesus is that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. And He will never let you down. That's why He alone is our firm foundation. Nothing else can compare, and He will keep us stable even if and when our world is shaking. 

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6. Thank You, Jesus, for the Blood- Charity Gayle

"I was a wretch, I remember who I was. I was lost, I was blind, I was running out of time. Sin separated, the breach was far too wide, but from the far side of the chasm, you held me in your sight." Daily, we need a reminder that we need Jesus to be saved. Without Him, we were sinners lost and blind to death. While this picture is grim, it's true. I never want to take the gift of Jesus' life for granted because He died so I could live. No matter what we are walking through, His blood is something to be grateful for. 

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7. Gratitude- Brandon Lake

"All my words fall short. I got nothing new. How could I express all my gratitude? I could sing these songs, as I often do. But every song must end, and you never do. So I throw up my hands and praise you again and again. 'Cause all that I have is a hallelujah. Hallelujah. And I know it's not much, but I've nothing else fit for a King. Except for a heart singing, hallelujah. Hallelujah." My husband and I had the pleasure of singing this song at our wedding. It felt fitting because marriage is a gift, but also because I will never be able to give the Lord enough gratitude for who He is and all He's done for me. Our words will surely fall short, but He deserves our praise.

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Terry Wyatt/Stringer

8. Is He Worthy- Cece Winans

"Is anyone worthy? Is anyone whole? Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll? The Lion of Judah, who conquered the grave. He was David's root and the Lamb who died to ransom the slave." If one song matched much of what is recorded in the book of Revelation, it would be this song. Is He Worthy not only reminds us to praise God, but to be encouraged that He alone is the light breaking into the darkness. Our world is broken, and creation is groaning, but He is the Lion of Judah who has come to our rescue both now and forevermore.

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9. Hard Fought Hallelujah- Brandon Lake

"Yeah, I don't always feel it. Yeah, but that's when I need it the most. So, I'ma keep on singing. 'Til my soul catches up with my song." While there are mixed opinions on the popularity of this song, Brandon Lake's duet with Jelly Roll has been popular with secular and Christian audiences alike. Even and especially when we don't feel like praising God, this is a reminder to be honest with the Lord and keep on singing. 

Click here to watch this worship song.

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10. Your Way's Better- Forrest Frank

"When I'm overwhelmed within, from the weight of all my sin. I need a friend to call my own, I need a house to call my home. When I'm broken down inside, an there's nowhere else to hide, I need a place where I feel known." With his rising popularity, Forrest Frank has become one of the top new artists of 2025. The lyrics of this song are just one example of why. Often, we all need a reminder to look up when we're feeling overwhelmed. Not only is God with us through it all, but He helps us put our hearts back together in a way no one else can. 

Photo Credit:  ©Forrest Frank

How to Use Worship Intentionally in 2026

These top ten songs may or may not be your jam, but they remind us that worship has the immense and beautiful power to reorient the soul. Singing truth, even when feelings lag behind our faith, can actually strengthen us in the storm and prepare us for the future. 

Just like Paul and Silas singing from a prison cell (Acts 16), we're encouraged to give a mighty shout to the loud, no matter where we are or what we're experiencing. This isn't an invalidation of what we're feeling, but the ability to tell God our circumstances, and then tell our circumstances who our God is. 

If you're looking for a new and fresh way to use worship intentionally this next year, look no further than some lessons from the Psalms:

-Learn to lament. Express how you're really feeling to God and cry out.
-Begin your morning by playing a worship song while you get ready. Sing out loud your praises to Jesus.
-Worship during times of anxiety. I know this is hard, but worship, even if all you can say is "Lord, help."
-Make it a practice to worship as a family. Designate times to worship together through song, or remember that while music is wonderful, worship can be anything we do to bring glory and honor to God. 

A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts for Worship

Dear Jesus,
While worship doesn't change our circumstances, it does change our posture. Teach us how to worship you today in body, mind, and spirit, and bless the year ahead, no matter what it looks like. Teach us to look to you in times of abundance and need, knowing you are with us always. We love, praise, and thank you, Jesus.
Amen. 

Photo Credit: ©GettyImages/Amber N Ford

This article originally appeared on Christianity.com. For more faith-building resources, visit Christianity.com.

1. Holy Forever- Chris Tomlin

"A thousand generations, falling down in worship, to sing the song of ages to the Lamb." Sometimes, we all need a reminder that God is good and He is holy forever. No matter what is happening in our world, He deserves our praise. His name is the highest, greatest, and truly is above all names. That's a reason to celebrate.

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Dia Dipasupil/Staff

2. Trust in God- Elevation Worship/Chris Brown

"Blessed assurance, Jesus is mine. He's been my fourth man in the fire, time after time. Born of His Spirit, washed in His blood, and what He did for me on Calvary is more than enough." One of my favorite parts about this song is the line, "He's been my fourth man in the fire, time after time." Why? Because all of us have felt like Daniel and his friends, thrown into the fiery furnace. Today, we probably haven't been in a physical fire, but we know what it's like to face fiery circumstances. But even there, God's presence is with us. He's truly that fourth man in the fire, God *with* us. 

Photo Credit: Facebook/Elevation Worship

3. I Know a Name- Elevation Worship/Chris Brown/ Brandon Lake

I know a name that can silence the roaring waves. I know a name that can empty out a grave. I know a name, it's the only name that saves. And it's worthy of all praise." If we truly believe the lyrics of that song are true, then we can rejoice that we do know a Name. And not just any name, but the name of Jesus that can transform, change, and restore our lives. 

Click here to watch this worship song.

Photo Credit: ©Unsplash/priscilla-du-preez

4. Love of God- Brandon Lake/ Phil Wickham

"It's so good, I almost can't believe it. Far beyond what hearts could ever dream. The God who set the galaxies in motion would descend to give His life for me." One of the most beautiful attributes of the Lord is His love for us as human beings. It's impossible to fully comprehend it, but that love is something you and I don't deserve. Not only did Jesus give His life for us, but He also gave us the ability to love. 

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Terry Wyatt/Stringer

5. Firm Foundation- Cody Carnes

"Christ is my firm foundation, the rock on which I stand. When everything around me is shaken, I've never been more glad. That I put my faith in Jesus, 'Cause He's never let me down. He's faithful through generations, so why would He fail now? He won't." While human beings may mean well, even the best ones will fail you. The good news about Jesus is that He is the same yesterday, today, and forever. And He will never let you down. That's why He alone is our firm foundation. Nothing else can compare, and He will keep us stable even if and when our world is shaking. 

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Terry Wyatt/Stringer

6. Thank You, Jesus, for the Blood- Charity Gayle

"I was a wretch, I remember who I was. I was lost, I was blind, I was running out of time. Sin separated, the breach was far too wide, but from the far side of the chasm, you held me in your sight." Daily, we need a reminder that we need Jesus to be saved. Without Him, we were sinners lost and blind to death. While this picture is grim, it's true. I never want to take the gift of Jesus' life for granted because He died so I could live. No matter what we are walking through, His blood is something to be grateful for. 

Photo Credit: Kelly Sikkema/Unsplash

7. Gratitude- Brandon Lake

"All my words fall short. I got nothing new. How could I express all my gratitude? I could sing these songs, as I often do. But every song must end, and you never do. So I throw up my hands and praise you again and again. 'Cause all that I have is a hallelujah. Hallelujah. And I know it's not much, but I've nothing else fit for a King. Except for a heart singing, hallelujah. Hallelujah." My husband and I had the pleasure of singing this song at our wedding. It felt fitting because marriage is a gift, but also because I will never be able to give the Lord enough gratitude for who He is and all He's done for me. Our words will surely fall short, but He deserves our praise.

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Terry Wyatt/Stringer

8. Is He Worthy- Cece Winans

"Is anyone worthy? Is anyone whole? Is anyone able to break the seal and open the scroll? The Lion of Judah, who conquered the grave. He was David's root and the Lamb who died to ransom the slave." If one song matched much of what is recorded in the book of Revelation, it would be this song. Is He Worthy not only reminds us to praise God, but to be encouraged that He alone is the light breaking into the darkness. Our world is broken, and creation is groaning, but He is the Lion of Judah who has come to our rescue both now and forevermore.

Photo Credit: ©Getty Images/Jason Kempin/Staff

9. Hard Fought Hallelujah- Brandon Lake

"Yeah, I don't always feel it. Yeah, but that's when I need it the most. So, I'ma keep on singing. 'Til my soul catches up with my song." While there are mixed opinions on the popularity of this song, Brandon Lake's duet with Jelly Roll has been popular with secular and Christian audiences alike. Even and especially when we don't feel like praising God, this is a reminder to be honest with the Lord and keep on singing. 

Click here to watch this worship song.

Photo Credit:  ©iStock/Getty Images Plus/bowie15

10. Your Way's Better- Forrest Frank

"When I'm overwhelmed within, from the weight of all my sin. I need a friend to call my own, I need a house to call my home. When I'm broken down inside, an there's nowhere else to hide, I need a place where I feel known." With his rising popularity, Forrest Frank has become one of the top new artists of 2025. The lyrics of this song are just one example of why. Often, we all need a reminder to look up when we're feeling overwhelmed. Not only is God with us through it all, but He helps us put our hearts back together in a way no one else can. 

Photo Credit:  ©Forrest Frank

How to Use Worship Intentionally in 2026

These top ten songs may or may not be your jam, but they remind us that worship has the immense and beautiful power to reorient the soul. Singing truth, even when feelings lag behind our faith, can actually strengthen us in the storm and prepare us for the future. 

Just like Paul and Silas singing from a prison cell (Acts 16), we're encouraged to give a mighty shout to the loud, no matter where we are or what we're experiencing. This isn't an invalidation of what we're feeling, but the ability to tell God our circumstances, and then tell our circumstances who our God is. 

If you're looking for a new and fresh way to use worship intentionally this next year, look no further than some lessons from the Psalms:

-Learn to lament. Express how you're really feeling to God and cry out.
-Begin your morning by playing a worship song while you get ready. Sing out loud your praises to Jesus.
-Worship during times of anxiety. I know this is hard, but worship, even if all you can say is "Lord, help."
-Make it a practice to worship as a family. Designate times to worship together through song, or remember that while music is wonderful, worship can be anything we do to bring glory and honor to God. 

A Prayer to Prepare Our Hearts for Worship

Dear Jesus,
While worship doesn't change our circumstances, it does change our posture. Teach us how to worship you today in body, mind, and spirit, and bless the year ahead, no matter what it looks like. Teach us to look to you in times of abundance and need, knowing you are with us always. We love, praise, and thank you, Jesus.
Amen. 

Photo Credit: ©GettyImages/Amber N Ford

This article originally appeared on Christianity.com. For more faith-building resources, visit Christianity.com.