Whether you’re in need of a pick-me-up or just need some inspiration, music is a great way to improve your mood. With the help of these motivational Christian songs, you can strengthen your faith and lift your spirits at the same time.
Worship music is the perfect choice when you need to be uplifted and encouraged!
Each of these inspirational Christian songs are a beautiful reminder of God’s love and grace when we’re having bad days. Right now there are so many people experiencing hard times, and our hope is that on the darkest days that people will turn to Jesus Christ and open their hearts and Bibles to experience His love and salvation.
You can stream all of these gospel and contemporary songs using Apple Music! We love how easy it is to use and the mass selection of inspirational music they offer!
65 Motivational Christian Songs
When you’re searching for hope and strength, listening to worship music is one of the best ways to improve your mood and get a brighter outlook on life.
Whether you enjoy classic gospel or contemporary Christian music, you’re sure to find a song or two that will make you want to sing out loud. Featuring inspirational lyrics, these motivational Christian songs can uplift your soul and give you the strength to go on with your day.
1. Shoulders by for King and Country
“You carry my weakness, my sickness, my brokenness all on Your shoulders”
2. Holy Water by We the Kingdom
“Your forgiveness is like sweet, sweet honey on my lips”
3. Overcomer by Mandisa
“You’re an overcomer. Stay in the fight until the final round”
4. Do It Again by Elevation Worship
“I’ve seen You move, You move the mountains. And I believe I’ll see You do it again”
5. Lift Up Your Head by Meredith Andrews
“Lift up your head and throw off every chain”
6. There Was Jesus by Zach Williams & Dolly Parton
“When the life I built came crashing to the ground. When the friends I had were nowhere to be found. I couldn’t see it then but I can see it now. There was Jesus”
7. Voice of Truth by Casting Crowns
“I will soar with the wings of eagles. When I stop and listen to the sound of Jesus”
8. Awake My Soul by Hillsong Worship
“There is a sound that changes things. The sound of His people on their knees”
9. Show Me Your Glory by Third Day
“When I climb down the mountain. And get back to my life. I won’t settle for ordinary things”
10. Thy Will by Hillary Scott
“Your plans are for me. Goodness You have in store”
11. What Are You Waiting For by Shawn McDonald
“What are you waiting for? You’re standing at an open door”
12. Drops in the Ocean by Hawk Nelson
“If you could count the times I’d say you are forgiven. It’s more than the drops in the ocean”
13. Hills and Valleys by Tauren Wells
“In the valley, I will lift my eyes to the one who sees me there”
14. This Is Your Life by Switchfoot
“This is your life. Are you who you want to be?”
15. Graves into Gardens by Elevation Worship
Then You came along. And put me back together”
16. He is With Us by Love & the Outcome
“It might seem there’s an ocean in between. But He’s holding on to you and me”
17. Strangely Dim by Francesca Battistelli
“When I fix my eyes on all that You are then every doubt I feel deep in my heart grows strangely dim”
18. Raise a Hallelujah by Bethel Music
“I raise a hallelujah, I will watch the darkness flee”
19. You Are More by Tenth Avenue North
“You are more than the choices that you’ve made”
20. Overwhelmed by Big Daddy Weave
“God, I run into Your arms. Unashamed because of mercy”
21. Give Me Your Eyes by Brandon Heath
“Give me Your eyes so I can see everything that I keep missin’”
22. God of Wonders by Caedmon’s Call
“As I stumble in the darkness I will call your name by night”
23. Believe by Lecrae
“Truth is I had this meeting with God and confessed my sin and he gave me this new beginning all I could do then was pen it”
24. Come Alive by Lauren Daigle
“We know there is more to come that we may not yet see. So with the faith You’ve given us we’ll step into the valley unafraid”
25. Made a Way by Travis Greene
“You made a way when our backs were against the wall and it looked as if it was over You made a way”
26. Set the World on Fire by Britt Nicole
“Take my dreams. Come and give them wings.”
27. Even If by MercyMe
“I know You’re able and I know You can save through the fire with Your mighty hand”
28. Fighter by Jamie Grace
“When she gets down on her knees, She finds the courage to believe”
29. Seasons by Hillsong Worship
“And like a fire to the snow I’m renewed in Your warmth”
30. Everyone Needs a Little by Kari Jobe
“And life even when it gets you down hope will turn it all around”
31. You Never Let Go by Matt Redman
“And if my God is with me, whom then shall I fear?”
32. Bring the Rain by MercyMe
“And I know there’ll be days when this life brings me pain. But if that’s what it takes to praise You, Jesus, bring the rain”
33. It is Well by Bethel Music & Kristene DiMarco
“And this mountain that’s in front of me will be thrown into the midst of the sea”
34. By Your Side by Tenth Avenue North
“And I’ll be by your side wherever you fall”
35. Every Man by Casting Crowns
“There is hope for every man. A solid place where we can stand”
36. Made to Love by Toby Mac
“That I was made to love you, I was made to find you”
37. Surrounded (Fight My Battles) by Michael W. Smith
“It may look like I’m surrounded but I’m surrounded by You”
38. He Turned It by Tye Tribbett
“He turned my mourning into dancing. He turned my sorrows into joy!”
39. Saved the Day by Phillips, Craig & Dean
“Your gift of love is hope that springs eternal and because of You, all things are new”
40. Every Good Thing by The Afters
“There will be days that give me more than I can take but I know that you always make beauty from my heartache”
41. Call My Name by Third Day
“When you feel like you’re alone in your sadness and it seems like no one else in this whole world cares and you want to get away from the madness, you just call My name and I’ll be there”
42. He Will Carry Me by Mark Schultz
“I know I’m broken but You alone can mend this heart of mine”
43. Voice of Truth by Casting Crowns
“Out of all the voices calling out to me I will choose to listen and believe the voice of truth”
44. Cry Out to Jesus by Third Day
“There is hope for the helpless, rest for the weary and love for the broken heart”
45. Who You Are by Unspoken
“It’s never gonna be easy but it’s all worth fighting for”
46. By His Wounds by Steven Curtis Chapman
“We are healed for You paid the price. By Your grace we are saved”
47. I Can Only Imagine by MercyMe
“I can only imagine what it will be like when I walk by Your side”
48. East to West by Casting Crowns
“In the arms of Your mercy I find rest ‘cause You know just how far the east is from the west”
49. Always by Switchfoot
“Every breath is a second chance and it is always yours”
50. I Will Rise by Chris Tomlin
“And I will rise when He calls my name. No more sorrow, no more pain”
51. Rise Up by Third Day
“So rise up, my friend and live again”
52. While I’m Waiting by John Waller
“And I will move ahead bold and confident taking every step in obedience”
53. City on Our Knees by TobyMac
“If you gotta start somewhere why not here”
54. Bless the Broken Road by Selah
“And every long lost dream led me to where you are”
55. How Can I Keep from Singing by Chris Tomlin
“I will lift my eyes in the darkest night for I know my Savior lives”
56. There Will Be a Day by Jeremy Camp
“There will be a day with no more tears no more pain and no more fears”
57. He is With Us by Love & the Outcome
“It might seem there’s an ocean in between but He’s holding on to you and me and He’s never gonna leave”
58. Lift My Life Up by Unspoken
“All my dreams, all my plans, Lord I leave it in your hands. I lift my life”
59. Love Broke Thru by TobyMac
“Now I’m hopelessly devoted. My chains are broken. And it all began with You”
60. You Raise Me Up by Josh Grobin
“You raise me up, so I can stand on mountains. You raise me up, to walk on stormy seas”
61. Awesome God – Hillsong UNITED
“Our God is an awesome God. He reigns from heaven above”
62. Glorious Day – Casting Crowns
“Death could not hold Him, the grave could not keep Him from rising again”
63. Amazing Grace – Carrie Underwood (or thousands of other artists)
Amazing grace, how sweet the sound. That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now I’m found.
64. Good Fight – Unspoken
Keep letting your light shine (holding it high as long as you live) ‘Cause I’m never gonna leave you.
65. Trust in You – Lauren Daigle
When You don’t give the answers As I cry out to You I will trust, I will trust.
Apple Music
You can also create your own music playlist with your favorite Christian artists using Apple Music! We love that we can stream new music and full albums with a membership, and there is such a great selection of inspirational songs focused on God’s grace and Christ Jesus on there!
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What are your favorite motivational Christian songs?
Our hope is that this list of motivational Christian songs will offer you a powerful reminder of Jesus’ love and faithfulness even during difficult times.
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