Hymns can provide a rich depth to our praise and worship services. Many of these hymns have been modernized in their style but the message and the lyrics are the same. Sometimes the melody is slightly adjusted or the chord progressions are simplified to reflect the style of contemporary worship music. With these arrangements, you should be able to easily flow between hymns and choruses in a worship experience full of spirit and truth.

Here are some of the best worship songs that have been simplified for your summer worship gatherings.

Illuminate your worship with songs celebrating Jesus as the Light of the World. This collection of worship songs and hymns about light brings to life themes of guidance, hope, and the power of God's presence to dispel darkness. Reflect on the brightness of His truth and the warmth of His love. Download chord charts, lead sheets, orchestrations, and multitracks to enrich your worship experience with these inspiring songs.

Modern, Classic, and even traditional hymns are part of connecting the church to its forebears in the faith—to the ancient tradition and saints on whose shoulders we stand. Certain hymns have become the go-to resource for encouragement for millions of believers across the span of time. These hymns can be sung all year round and remind us of God's faithfulness to Christians of the past so that we can rely on God's grace in the present.

Download the best traditional hymns for Thanksgiving that you can use to plan your worship services and express thanksgiving to God.