Modern, Classic, and even traditional hymns are part of connecting the church to its forebears in the faith—to the ancient tradition and saints on whose shoulders we stand. Certain hymns have become the go-to resource for encouragement for millions of believers across the span of time. These hymns can be sung all year round and remind us of God's faithfulness to Christians of the past so that we can rely on God's grace in the present.

Thanksgiving is an essential season in the Christian year, where churches and families come together to focus on the goodness of God. Here is a list of contemporary Christian worship songs and hymns that you can use to plan your worship services and express thanksgiving to God. See also Top Choral Anthems for Thanksgiving and then find worship songs for any season.

Sadness, frustration and anger are emotions not often embraced as inevitable parts of life—or of our spiritual journey. What do you do when you find yourself in a season of lament? There is good news that most of us know but few choose to embrace: lament is a necessary and healthy spiritual condition, an exercise of faith that can lead to eventual joy and peace that words fail to capture. Lament. This long expression of deep pain or sorrow isn't a sign of a *lack* of faith or spiritual weakness. It's a soul-strengthening exercise.

If you are looking for fast worship songs to raise the energy level of your church, this is the list. These upbeat worship songs will inspire people to sing at the top of their lungs, raise their hands, clap, and maybe even ... dance! Download multitracks, choral arrangements, or other tempo arrangements to accompany your worship set.