Worship Songs About Confession
Coming before God with a humble heart, acknowledging our imperfections, is a powerful act of worship. This collection of songs invites you into that sacred space of confession, offering melodies of repentance and lyrics that echo our longing for grace and restoration.
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1. Coming Clean
By FAITHFUL
Why this song?
"Coming Clean" provides a tender space to acknowledge our need for grace. The simple repetition of "Lord have mercy" creates an atmosphere of humility and dependence on God's unwavering forgiveness as we unburden our hearts.
2. The Good Confession (Live)
By Southeast Worship
Why this song?
"The Good Confession (Live)" gives voice to the foundational acknowledgement that we are sinners in need of saving. It's a declaration of faith, where we turn from our past and embrace the new life found in Christ alone.
3. Thank You
By Highlands Worship
Why this song?
"Thank You" offers a simple, yet profound act of repentance through grateful acknowledgement. The constant refrain of thanksgiving helps us to reframe our failures as opportunities to recognize God's presence in every moment.
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4. Hope of the Ages (Live)
By Cody Carnes
Why this song?
"Hope of the Ages (Live)" helps us to make a public declaration, corporately acknowledging our shared belief and need for God. Singing "This is our confession" is an empowering moment, uniting us as we boldly profess our faith and reliance on His promises.
Popular on Spotify Frequently Covered 5. Let It Be Done
By Celebration Music
Why this song?
"Let It Be Done" is a powerful declaration acknowledging God's active work of restoration in our lives. It allows us to humbly submit to His will, trusting that as captives are being set free, His kingdom will be established through our surrendered lives.
6. Here Is Our Surrender
By REVERE
Why this song?
"Here Is Our Surrender" perfectly captures the spirit of genuine repentance as a conscious yielding to God. It reframes confession not just as admitting fault, but as a complete offering of ourselves, declaring, "Here is our surrender," a letting go into His grace. It's an invitation to lay down our will and embrace His loving guidance.
7. Worth It All (Live)
By Hope Darst
Why this song?
"Worth It All (Live)" expresses confession as a profound re-evaluation of life, recognizing Jesus as supreme. It's a declaration that even acknowledging our failures pales in comparison to His worth, leading us to affirm, "Christ is my everything."
8. Big Picture
By Corey Voss
Why this song?
"Big Picture" allows us to confess our doubts and anxieties, even when we can't fully grasp God's plan. It acknowledges that even "angry" prayers can be part of the journey, as we learn to trust Jesus as Lord of all the little pieces. Ultimately, this song reminds us to find peace in His overarching design, trusting His loving orchestration even amid uncertainty.
9. My Confession
By Darlene Zschech
Why this song?
"My Confession" provides an opportunity to publicly and repeatedly affirm the core tenets of our faith, moving beyond simple repentance. It emphasizes the eternal nature of God's goodness and faithfulness, encouraging us to rest in the truth of His character. Confession then becomes a declaration of who God is, and a grateful acceptance of His gift of grace.
10. Have Mercy On Me
By Anchor Hymns
Why this song?
"Have Mercy On Me" fosters a deep sense of vulnerability before God, acknowledging our need for His grace. It reminds us that through confession, signified by repeatedly asking for "mercy," we open ourselves to the joy of restoration He offers.
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