Christian music is the type of music that is created for the intent of expressing the belief of a person or a community towards life and faith as a Christian. It has many genres, such as contemporary Christian music, Christmas music, church music, gospel music, and liturgical music. Each mentioned categories vary on their purposes and the events that they are played. Moreover, the usual underlying messages most Christian songs are praise, glorify, repentance, and lament.
This kind of music is an integral portion of the series on Christian culture. The other part of the said culture includes music, art, science, history, and literature. That is why there are various works of art and products of faith that are existing all around the world and in different industry. Take literature for instance, it has produced plenty of literary pieces about faith and God that have been patronized by Christians. Examples of inspiring outputs of Christian literature are the Holy Bible, The Purpose Driven Life authored by Rick Warren, Mere Christianity written by C.S. Lewis, Come Climb Toward God: Are you Hungry for God? by Marianna Albritton, and In the Shadow of God’s Love a book by Leelia Cornell.
Furthermore, Christian music has been a crucial part in the lives of Christians for it is not only written and performed for the purpose of entertainment but also for worshipping and aesthetic enjoyment. Christian songs have been widely listened to by people who wants to calm their minds, get reassurance, be closer to God, and desire to build a stronger faith. That is why this type of music has always been present in different music streaming applications and in various online platforms. So, if you want to constantly remind yourself that the Lord is with you at all times and you desire to praise Him, you’re your headphones or speakers and check out the worship songs listed below!
Jesus Take the Wheel by Carrie Underwood
Jesus Take the Wheel is a 2005 song released on October 03, 2005. It was the first single by Carrie Underwood in her album called Some Hearts. This piece was written by Brett James, Hillary Lindsey, and Gordie Sampson and had fallen into two genres, which is the country and Christian country. It talks about a lady who is in an emergency and is asking Jesus for aid by putting everything in Him and letting Him to be in control. This song had made to the Hot Country Songs chart of Billboard and remained at the top of for six weeks. It also conquered the Hot Christian Songs chart of Billboard by ranking 4th and made it to Billboard’s Adult Contemporary and Hot 100 charts. It also won the Best Female Country vocal Performance and Best Country Song awards in the Grammy Awards while it was the recipient of the Single of the Year award of the 2005 Academy of Country Music Awards.
Broken Vessels (Amazing Grace) by Hillsong United
Broken Vessels (Amazing Grace) is the third track of the standard version of Hillsong Worship’s album called No Other Name. It was released last June 27, 2014 along with the 10 tracks in Australia in New Zealand and all across the globe on July 1 of the same year. The song was written by Joel Houston and Jonas Myrin and has fallen into the CWM or contemporary worship music. Broken Vessels (Amazing Grace) is a song that glorifies Jesus. It sends a message to people that there is no other person goes beyond Him. In this song, Jesus is showcased to be everything, such as hope, liberty, success, and more. It praises all the sacrifices and beautiful things that Jesus has bestowed the world, as well as thanking Him.
Who Am I by Casting Crown
Who Am I is a single from the album of Casting Crowns called Casting Crowns. It was released last February 22, 2004 and are in both Adult contemporary and pop rock genres. This song was written by Mark Hall and was produced by Mark A. Miller together with Steven Curtis Chapman. What makes it a part of the Christian music is the song’s lyrics where it revolves around worshipping the Almighty Father. Because of the song’s greatness, it has received numerous awards and nominations. An example of the former is the Song of the Year award from the 36th GMA Dove Awards while an example for the latter is the Worship Song of the Year Award nomination from the same awards show. Who Am I also conquered multiple song charts, such as the Hot Christian Songs chart of Billboard, Christian AC of Radio & Records, and more.
10,000 Reasons by Matt Redman
10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord) is a single of Matt Redman from his album 10,000 Reasons. It was written by him and Jonas Myrin and was launched on Kingsway Music in the year 2011. It is in both worship and contemporary Christian music genres. This song has made a big impact on the listeners. As a result, it was covered by many artists in the industry and has received the Best Contemporary Christian Music Song and Best Gospel/Contemporary Christian Music Performance awards in the Grammy Awards. This masterpiece centers on praising Jesus and enumerating many aspects of God’s love to the humankind. Thus, because of the song’s overflowing success, the singer/songwriter published a book, which was titled 10,000 Reasons: Stories of Faith, Hope, and Thankfulness Inspired by the Worship Anthem.
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