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Have You Walked Alone? A Devotional based on Battle Belongs
Posted on February 13, 2021
Ever faced a vast army? Have you walked alone down your driveway to see an angry mob glaring back at you waiting for you to cross the residential boundary line so they could attack? Would you turn around and run back inside? The story in 2 Chronicles describes a vignette like this and is the inspiration behind the song "Battle Belongs." The people of God find themselves facing a war they cannot win without help ... more
When The Road Becomes Rocky - A Devotional based on The Blessing
Posted on February 13, 2021
I remember when the worship team first introduced the new song The Blessing. It was one of the last in-person weekend services before the first wave of COVID hit our area. As these powerful words reached our hearts, the Spirit moved profoundly through our auditorium. One by one, people stepped to the front of the church, hands raised, hearts opened to receive the gift in the blessing. The echo of this melody prepared our hearts for what was coming. We didn't know how much we needed to hear this. The timely reminder that His presence surrounds us; how He hems us in both behind and beside. While our world waged war with the invisible threat, The Blessing reminded us that through every hour of every day, our Father's face turns towards us ... more
Can You Hear Him Calling? A Devotional based on Graves Into Gardens
Posted on February 13, 2021
Not sure if you have been there before. The sweet moments of intimacy with Jesus where you know His closeness, are moved by His word and experience the fullness of His spirit. Walking into Sunday services being so close, feet hardly touching the ground as you walk to the stage, grab your music...plug in your instrument. Those are tender, meaningful times of worship; sweet moments of connection with a deep sense of purpose. You hear Him call your name on that mountaintop knowing that He is pleased with you ... more
Top 100 Christmas Worship Songs
Posted on November 24, 2020
Whether your 2020 Christmas services are online, in person, or in a small group, the one thing you can count on is that we have a great selection of Christmas music. Many of these songs we love to sing every year, but we also know you are always looking for something fresh. Here is a list of the most popular worship songs for Christmas right at this moment. Keep an eye on this list, because it gets updated every day, right up until Christmas!
The New PraiseCharts Is Here
Posted on November 17, 2020
Finally we are ready to introduce you to the new PraiseCharts. In many ways, nothing has changed, even though everything looks new. The new design prominently features more than a hundred lists, created to help our users explore song collections in various genres, styles, and themes. more>>
Top 100 Christmas Worship Songs Of All Time (October 2020)
Posted on October 23, 2020
Christmas is indeed the most wonderful time of the year. Singing our faith in carols and worship songs is one of the best ways to celebrate the season. These are the best arrangements of the most popular Christmas worship songs that have stood the test of time over the years.
Chris Tomlin - Miracle Of Love
Posted on October 9, 2020
Chris Tomlin's new album Miracle Of Love starts off the Christmas season as the first full Christmas album of the year. The album is a combination of new releases and well loved songs from past collections making it both fresh and powerfully nostalgic. Miracle of Love features the new song All The World Awaits (Hosanna), capturing the anticipation of Christ in the Advent season. Check out the newest song today!
Kari Jobe "First Love (Live)"
Posted on September 18, 2020
Kari Jobe's new EP First Love (Live) premiers three new singles recorded in one incredible worship session.
Introducing Songs Of Worship - Classic Hymns (Volumes 1-4)
Posted on July 20, 2020
Since the dawn of COVID in early 2020, churches have had to re-envision what congregational worship looks like. For some it is smaller gatherings, for others it is online or at home. At PraiseCharts, we have also noticed a rising desire for the familiar songs and hymns of the past. We are excited to introduce a new collection of hymns in the Songs Of Worship series of song sheets. more
Introducing Hymn Sheets - Modern Worship Songs In Four-Part Harmony
Posted on July 16, 2020
Let's be honest, there are still a lot of people in our pews who appreciate the sound of four-part harmony -- and not just from the choir loft! We have experienced a major shift since the dawn of the overhead projector. That tool of the '80s and '90s was replaced by PowerPoint, ProPresenter, and a host of other programs designed to lift our eyes from hymnbooks toward lyrics projected above the stage.
Alongside PowerPoint and ProPresenter came a wave of new worship music that traded-in four-part harmony for catchy rhythms and smooth chord progressions. What we have gained on the stage with our refined worship bands, we have lost in the pews with our simplified melodies.
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Top Downloaded Songs Halfway Through 2020
Posted on July 1, 2020
The first week of July officially marks the halfway point of 2020. Our church services look a bit different than we anticipated at the start of the year, but the truths we sing telling who God is remain the same. Here's a list of the top songs downloaded on PraiseCharts in the first half of the year ... more
Top Worship Songs Downloaded Since COVID-19
Posted on May 27, 2020
It has been 78 days since COVID-19 had an indelible impact that was felt all over the world. More than likely, it has been that long since your church has met together in person. What a wild ride we have all been on! Somehow, our worship ministries have lived on. We have adapted, and have prevailed in this together. Since then, life-changing songs have bubbled to the surface -- starting with The Blessing, a song that was written and released in early March. Here is a list of the top songs and resources downloaded since then.
"The Blessing" Is A Song For Our Times
Posted on May 21, 2020
Just before COVID-19 broke through as a world-wide pandemic, Kari Jobe and Cody Carnes were at Elevation Church, in a songwriting session with Pastor Steven Furtick and Chris Brown. Out of that session came this song called The Blessing. They led it on Sunday at Elevation, and the YouTube video went viral. People all over the world have taken the words to heart as a statement of hope for these challenging days. We have all the resources so you can use this incredible song in your times of worship.
Top Worship Songs Released In & Before 2020
Posted on May 19, 2020
Without a doubt, 2020 is a year that will be remembered for a long time to come. Beyond all the news of world-crisis, we have had incredible worship songs written and released both in 2020 and before 2020. Here is a look at both sides of the turn of our decade. Check out the full list of songs here more
Top 10 Songs Released In 2020
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Introducing Songs Of Worship - A Suite Of Song Sheets Designed For Any Worship Setting
Posted on April 1, 2020
During these uncharted times, we seek to find new ways to worship together. This resource comes deep from the heart of PraiseCharts. Today we are introducing "Songs Of Worship" as a series of song collections designed for any worship setting. These songs are the battle cry we need to wage this war together; a treasure chest of hope and encouragement for your soul; an encompassing way to put on the armor of God. Sing them at church. Sing them at home. Sing them over your family. Sing them with your spouse. Sing them online, offline, inside and outside. Right now, your local church doors are closed. So, go be the church ... without walls. Wage this war with worship. Fill your chest with a treasure that will not fade away ... more
Live Stream Your Weekly Worship With Our Multi Tracks – Just Add Vocals!
Posted on March 26, 2020
Thousands of churches all around the world are suddenly faced with the need to live stream their worship. We have a few tips and resources that can help shoulder the burden. Live streaming a full band of instruments and vocals can be technically daunting and complex. One solid option is to use Multi Tracks — then, all you need to do is add vocals. With most of our popular songs, you have several backing track options. Multi Tracks give you the most flexibility, providing all the individual instrument parts for you to create a custom mix in Pro Tools, Logic, or other multi-track players. Band Tracks cost a quarter the price and give you a simple mix down of the entire band without vocals. Rhythm Tracks give you a simplified mix down of the core band ... more
Values and Practical Ideas For Leading Online Worship Services
Posted on March 21, 2020
These are both challenging and exciting times for the church! Every new movement in the history of the church has been accompanied by new music and new methods while the message never changes. During this Worldwide Pandemic, Worship Leaders have been given a great opportunity to incorporate new methods to communicate the unchanging message of the good news of Jesus Christ. You are a history maker!
Multi Tracks, Streaming and the COVID-19 Crisis
Posted on March 20, 2020
Please take note: Multi tracks that you purchase from PraiseCharts are not extracted from the original master recording. They are original creations that specifically match our charts. During the COVID-19 crisis, we grant free permission for you to use our tracks during live streaming as long as you also have a Streaming License from CCLI. If you choose to use a multi track that is extracted from the original master recording, you may need additional permissions and risk being blocked by various streaming services.