Christian Songs to Encourage You in Different Life Seasons
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My grandmother was an accomplished pianist. She passed away a few years ago and I miss her dearly. Whenever I hear a piano, I think of her. I saw a hilarious mug that I would have purchased for her if she were still alive today. It said, “Life without music would B-flat.”
When it comes to music, God has given us a tool of expression, praise, and creativity. A song of three minutes can sum up how a person has felt all year. A melody can express the sorrow of a circumstance better than words. A composition can create an atmosphere of worship to the Lord that would have been silent otherwise.
Today I want to share with you some of the latest Christian songs that you can go to during different seasons.
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Celebration
Psalm 145:7 "They shall eagerly utter the memory of Your abundant goodness. And will shout joyfully of Your righteousness.”
There are times in our lives when we want to enjoy the victories of the Lord. Although there are many ways to praise God, I have found the following songs to be particularly encouraging.
“New Day” by Danny Gokey
“Joyful” by Dante Bowe
“Great Things” by Citipointe Worship
“Waymaker” by Michael W. Smith
“Hands Up” by The New Respects
“Holy Water” by We the Kingdom
Anxiety
2 Timothy 1:7 “For God has not given us a spirit of fear and timidity, but of power, love, and self-discipline.”
When we feel anxious or afraid, having an anthem can help us remember that God is with us. We can fight back the enemy by using a song to turn our prison of fear into a platform of praise.
“Where the Spirit of the Lord Is” by Christine D’Clario
“Right on Time” by Aaron Cole and Toby Mac
“Free” by Riley Clemmons
Spiritual Warfare
Ephesians 6:12 “For our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but against the rulers, against the authorities, against the powers of this dark world and against the spiritual forces of evil in the heavenly realms.”
Spiritual warfare is very real. We are called to put on the armor of God each day. Maybe you are feeling oppressed. Maybe you are interceding for a victory of another person. These songs below can empower you to know that the Holy Spirit is at work.
“E6” by Evvie McKinney
“Never Lost” by CeCe Winans
“Battle Belongs” by Phil Wickham
“Famous For” by Tauren Wells
“Speak the Name” by Koryn Hawthorne and Natalie Grant
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Doubt
Romans 15:13 “May the God of hope fill you with all joy and peace in believing, so that by the power of the Holy Spirit you may abound in hope.”
Doubt can creep into anyone’s thoughts. It is vital that we replace the doubt with the truth of Scripture and remind ourselves of the faithfulness and perfect record that our God has always had. When we remind ourselves who the Lord is, we remember that He is bigger than our doubts.
“Evidence” by Josh Baldwin
“Promises” by Maverick City Music
“Yes He Can” by CAIN
“Great is Thy Faithfulness” by Carrie Underwood and CeCe Winans
Prayer
Philippians 4:6-7 “Do not be anxious about anything, but in everything by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known to God. And the peace of God, which surpasses all understanding, will guard your hearts and your minds in Christ Jesus.”
As believers, we are called to pray without ceasing. Whether you are praying for a specific request, pouring your struggles out to God, or just simply inviting the Lord into your day, prayer is important. The songs below encourage us to pray and give the glory to Christ.
“Pray” by Koryn Hawthorne
“Pray it Up” by Joel Vaughn
“How Great Thou Art” by Carrie Underwood
“Fill this Place” by Red Rocks Worship
Mundane
Psalm 118:24 "This is the day the LORD has made. We will rejoice and be glad in it.”
Everyday life can seem insignificant to us. However, the Lord values the mundane decisions that bring Him glory. We can be honoring Him by doing chores, going to work, helping a neighbor, or in whatever we are accomplishing. We are not always on mountaintops or in spotlights. God values the unseen sacrifices that we make on behalf of Him. It is always beneficial to be reminded of our purpose in the everyday.
“Every Step of the Way” by Cade Thompson
“Do Everything” by Steven Curtis Chapman
“This is the Day” by Tim Timmons
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Trials
James 1:2-4 “My brethren, count it all joy when you fall into various trials, knowing that the testing of your faith produces patience. But let patience have its perfect work, that you may be perfect and complete, lacking nothing.”
We all have hard times. No matter what you are struggling with in life, Christ can give you great comfort. The songs below remind us that He is not only with us in trials, but He is refining us in the process to look more like Himself. Through music, we can cry out to the Lord in our pain and ask Him to help us love Him more than anything.
“Good God Almighty” by Crowder
“Just Give Me Jesus” by Unspoken
“More Than Anything” by Natalie Grant
“Another in the Fire” by Hillsong United
Unity
Colossians 3:14 “And over all these virtues put on love, which binds them all together in perfect unity.
We live in a divided world. Sin separates us from one another. As believers it is important that the church as a whole unites under Jesus. No matter our denominations, race, or socioeconomic standing, we are one in Christ Jesus. The songs below remind us to work towards unity.
“Start Right Here (HGA Version)” by Casting Crowns and KB
“Together” by For King and Country, Kirk Franklin, and Tori Kelly
“Be One” by Natalie Grant
The Love of God
Psalm 36:5-7 “Your unfailing love, O LORD, is as vast as the heavens; your faithfulness reaches beyond the clouds. Your righteousness is like the mighty mountains, Your justice like the ocean depths. You care for people and animals alike, O LORD. How precious is Your unfailing love, O God! All humanity finds shelter in the shadow of Your wings."
It is so special to be reminded that God loves us. These songs each share in a unique way that we are fully known and loved by our Lord. Christ died a horrible death in our place and has brought us into the family of God. This is reason to rejoice in the love that He has for us.
“Over and Over” by Riley Clemmons
“Close” by Hillsong Young & Free
“Perfectly” by Branan Murphy
“Reckless Love” by Cory Asbury
No matter where you find yourself at today, there are beautiful Christian songs out there to encourage you. God has given us the gift of music to aid in worshiping Him, connecting with Him, and expressing ourselves. I pray that these songs will fill your heart with even more love of Christ. He is with you always and that is reason enough to celebrate.
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