7 Worship Songs About The House of God (Gathering)

The church is not a building; it is a people. But when those people gather, something special happens. Psalm 84:1 says, “How lovely is your dwelling place, Lord Almighty!” Songs about the house of God celebrate the unique atmosphere that exists when believers come together to worship.

These songs are perfect for call-to-worship moments. They remind us that we haven’t just walked into a room; we have walked into a holy assembly where the King is present and everyone is welcome.

Why These Songs Open The Doors

We selected these songs because:

  • They are inviting. They call the “lost and found” to come to the altar.
  • They are celebratory. They capture the joy of Psalm 122: “I rejoiced with those who said to me, ‘Let us go to the house of the Lord.’”
  • They are expectant. They believe that God is in the room and ready to move.

7 Songs To Fill The House

  1. House Of The Lord – “We worship the God who was, we worship the God who is.” Phil Wickham’s high-energy anthem is the definitive opener. It declares that the house of the Lord isn’t a quiet museum; it’s a place of joy, shouting, and freedom.
  2. The King Is In The Room – “The King is in the room.” The purpose of the gathering is the Guest of Honor. This song shifts the focus from the production to the Presence, reminding everyone that we are standing before Royalty.
  3. O Come To The Altar – “Are you hurting and broken within?” The house of God is a hospital. This song is an open invitation for the wounded to come and find restoration. It frames the gathering as a place of safety and forgiveness.
  4. This Is Our God – “Gathered at this altar.” This song by Phil Wickham defines the corporate identity. It recounts the history of God’s faithfulness (“He bore the cross, beat the grave”) and unites the room around that shared testimony.
  5. A Thousand Hallelujahs – “Who else would rock the room.” There is a specific sound that only happens when the church gathers. This song celebrates the “thousand hallelujahs” that rise up when God’s people sing together.
  6. Holy Spirit – “Holy Spirit, You are welcome here.” A house is only a home if the Spirit dwells there. This song is a prayer of hospitality, asking the Holy Spirit to fill the atmosphere of the church.
  7. Here I Am To Worship – “Here I am to bow down.” Ultimately, we gather to bow. This simple chorus reminds us that the primary reason we drove to church was not to see friends, but to see Him.

Example “Gathering” Setlists

Setlist 1 (High Energy Welcome)

  1. House Of The Lord – The celebration.
  2. This Is Our God – The identity.
  3. The King Is In The Room – The encounter.

Setlist 2 (The Altar Call)

  1. Holy Spirit – The atmosphere.
  2. Here I Am To Worship – The posture.
  3. O Come To The Altar – The invitation.

How To Use These Songs In Your Church

  • The Welcome. Use House Of The Lord as the very first song. Tell the people, “We have a reason to sing today because the tomb is empty!” It sets a tone of victory immediately.
  • The Invitation. Use O Come To The Altar at the end of the service. Remind people that the “altar” isn’t just the front of the stage; it’s any place where they do business with God.
  • Corporate Reading. Before This Is Our God, read Psalm 84 aloud together. It connects the modern song to the ancient longing for God’s house.

Next Steps

Don’t just attend church; be the church. This Sunday, use The King Is In The Room to raise the expectation level. Remind your people that anything can happen when the King walks in.