Worship Songs About Prayer
Prayer is the lifeline that connects us to our Heavenly Father, a constant conversation that fuels our faith and shapes our lives. This collection of worship songs beautifully articulates the power, peace, and profound connection we find in lifting our voices to God in prayer.
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1. Praying Woman
By Anne Wilson
Why this song?
"Praying Woman" honors the quiet strength found in consistent prayer, especially within the home. It reminds us that even in seemingly ordinary moments, like "kitchen table sitting," profound connection with God and movement towards His will can happen.
Popular on Spotify 2. Pray Through
By Ricky Dillard
Why this song?
"Pray Through" is a simple, yet profound declaration of faith in God's intervention. This song builds a deep sense of assurance, encouraging us to remember and trust in "what prayer can do".
3. Blessings
By Laura Story
Why this song?
"Blessings" invites us to expand our understanding of prayer beyond simple requests for ease. It reveals how God's presence might be most profoundly felt during the difficult moments, when "trials of this life are Your mercies in disguise."
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4. Ask Seek Pray
By River Valley Worship
Why this song?
"Ask Seek Pray" captures the essence of laying our desires before God with complete humility. It stirs a desire for surrender, prompting us to offer ourselves as vessels, allowing God to "do what You will in me."
Popular on Spotify 5. Keep Praying (feat. DOE, Ryan Ofei, and Mav City Gospel Choir)
By Maverick City Music
Why this song?
"Keep Praying" champions the persistent heart posture of prayer, even when we don't yet see results. It expresses the idea that "Every prayer today is a seed for tomorrow", instilling hope that God is always at work behind the scenes.
Popular on Spotify 6. Fear Not (Never Stop Praying) [Live]
By ONE HOUSE
Why this song?
"Fear Not (Never Stop Praying)" reminds us that prayer isn't passive; it's active participation in God's work. The song offers courage in moments of uncertainty, declaring that even "When the enemy surrounds me, God will make a way."
Popular on Spotify 7. Like Incense / Sometimes By Step
By Brooke Ligertwood
Why this song?
"Like Incense / Sometimes By Step" captures the offering of prayer as a sweet and reverent act. It evokes a desire to surrender our will to God's loving guidance, trusting that, "step by step You'll lead me." This song creates space for us to humbly seek His path.
Popular on Spotify 8. Pray
By Sam Rivera
Why this song?
"Pray" articulates prayer as an act of complete devotion and reliance on God, especially when overwhelmed by life's challenges. The song reminds us that "He sees every tear," assuring us of His presence during pain and inviting us to call on His name when chains need to break. It's an invitation to lean into prayer as a lifeline.
Popular on Spotify 9. You're Coming (Pray)
By Highlands Worship
Why this song?
"You're Coming (Pray)" stirs an expectant spirit within us, not just to petition but to trust in God's perfect timing. It emphasizes that prayer is an act of faith, a confident declaration that "Your answer's on the way," fostering assurance that He hears and will respond.
10. Alleluia
By Jesus Culture
Why this song?
"Alleluia" frames prayer as a unified song of worship, connecting our earthly voices with the heavenly chorus. It cultivates a sense of awe, inviting us to join in the eternal declaration that "Holy are You" as we humbly approach God in prayer.
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