Worship Songs About Guarding Your Heart
Our hearts are precious gardens, and Scripture urges us to protect them from weeds that can choke out faith and joy. This collection of worship songs will help you cultivate a spirit of discernment and surrender, inviting God's peace to reign in the deepest places of your being.
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1. Head to Toe (The Armor of God Song)
By Christy Nockels
Why this song?
"Head to Toe (The Armor of God Song)" gives us a vibrant reminder to clothe ourselves daily in God's protection. It's a great way to focus on guarding your heart by actively equipping ourselves with the spiritual tools He provides.
Popular on Spotify 2. Always Remember to Never Forget
By Christy Nockels
Why this song?
"Always Remember to Never Forget" encourages us to actively combat the world's negativity aimed at our hearts. It's a powerful affirmation of our inherent worth in God's eyes, urging us to recognize that 'yes you are pure as gold,' a truth that safeguards our hearts.
Popular on Spotify 3. Hopes For You
By Pat Barrett
Why this song?
"Hopes For You" reminds us that protecting our hearts involves more than just defense; it's about nurturing the love within. It inspires us to choose growth over comfort, trusting that even on 'the hardest things' we are supported by God's hopes for our lives.
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4. Steady Love (Live)
By Kingdom Culture Worship
Why this song?
"Steady Love (Live)" encourages a devotion that transcends fleeting moments, fostering a constant and enduring connection with God. The song reminds us guarding our hearts includes nurturing an obedience that thrives in ordinary days, and that's where love truly takes root. It inspires us to prioritize a love that "burns in all I do and say."
Popular on Spotify 5. My Last Refrain
By Aodhán King
Why this song?
"My Last Refrain" speaks to the daily, active choice of inviting God into every part of our lives, which is so central to protecting our hearts. It's a prayerful surrender, recognizing that only by staying connected to our Shepherd can we truly guard our souls and ensure "You will be my last refrain."
Popular on Spotify 6. You Restore My Soul
By Bethany Barnard
Why this song?
"You Restore My Soul" is a gentle reminder that tending to our hearts involves accepting God's restorative presence. It's about trusting that even when we feel weary or broken, He is there to "rebuild the walls" within us, strengthening our hearts against the storms.
7. Oh My Perfect Love
By The Worship Coalition
Why this song?
"Oh My Perfect Love" reveals how guarding your heart stems from experiencing God's unwavering acceptance. The song emphasizes that in His presence, we find a "resting place", where our hearts can truly be safe and known. It's a sweet recognition of the freedom that comes from a love that never gives up.
8. Pieces
By Amanda Cook
Why this song?
"Pieces" assures us that God's love is complete and undivided, a vital truth when our hearts are tempted to accept less. It encourages us to find safety in His full presence, knowing "You don't give Your heart in pieces," which helps us discern the genuine from the incomplete.
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