8 Worship Songs About The Mercy of God (Grace Upon Grace)

Justice is getting what we deserve; mercy is not getting what we deserve. Grace is getting what we don’t deserve. The Christian life is founded entirely on the mercy of God. As Lamentations 3:22-23 reminds us, “Because of the Lord’s great love we are not consumed, for his compassions never fail.”

Worship songs about mercy are the most humbling songs we sing. They level the playing field, reminding every person in the room—from the pastor to the visitor—that we all stand on the same ground at the foot of the cross.

Why These Songs Melt Hearts

We selected these songs because:

  • They are cross-centered. They anchor the concept of mercy in the historical act of the crucifixion.
  • They are grateful. They express a deep sense of indebtedness to Jesus for paying a debt we could not pay.
  • They are hopeful. They declare that no sin is too great for God’s forgiveness.

8 Songs To Celebrate Forgiveness

  1. Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) – “My chains are gone, I’ve been set free.” You cannot have a list about mercy without this hymn. Chris Tomlin’s version adds a chorus of liberation, making it a perfect celebration of the freedom found in God’s mercy.
  2. How Deep The Father’s Love For Us – “That He should give His only Son to make a wretch His treasure.” This modern hymn is a theological masterpiece. It invites us to stare at the cross until we are overwhelmed by the measure of God’s love.
  3. Thank You Jesus For The Blood – “You have saved me… Your blood has washed away my sin.” Charity Gayle’s anthem is a raw, powerful expression of gratitude. It doesn’t shy away from the blood of Jesus, identifying it as the only source of our mercy.
  4. Jesus Paid It All – “Sin had left a crimson stain, He washed it white as snow.” This song is the Gospel in a nutshell. It is a declaration that our own efforts (“my doing”) are insufficient, and Christ’s work is complete.
  5. At The Cross (Love Ran Red) – “Where Your love ran red and my sin washed white.” This song contrasts the horror of the cross (red blood) with the beauty of redemption (white snow). It paints a vivid picture of the exchange that happened at Calvary.
  6. Man Of Sorrows – “Oh that rugged cross my salvation.” Hillsong’s tribute to the “Man of Sorrows” (Isaiah 53) walks through the betrayal and death of Jesus, landing on a triumphant “Hallelujah” for His mercy.
  7. Love Of God – “His love goes deeper than the deepest sea.” This song explores the dimensions of God’s mercy—how high, how wide, and how deep it really is. It assures the believer that they can never outrun God’s grace.
  8. Mighty To Save – “He is mighty to save.” Mercy isn’t passive; it’s active. This song reminds us that God is not just willing to forgive; He is powerful enough to rescue us from any situation.

Example “Grace” Setlists

Setlist 1 (The Exchange)

  1. Man Of Sorrows – The story of the cross.
  2. At The Cross (Love Ran Red) – The moment of forgiveness.
  3. Amazing Grace (My Chains Are Gone) – The result of freedom.

Setlist 2 (Thankfulness)

  1. Mighty To Save – Declaring His power.
  2. Thank You Jesus For The Blood – Specific gratitude.
  3. Jesus Paid It All – Resting in the work.

How To Use These Songs In Your Church

  • Communion. This entire list is ready-made for the Lord’s Supper. Use Man Of Sorrows as the bread is distributed to keep people focused on the body of Christ.
  • Confession. Before singing Jesus Paid It All, give the church a moment of silent confession. Remind them that we don’t confess to inform God, but to agree with God that we need His mercy.
  • Testimony. Thank You Jesus For The Blood is a great song to pair with a personal testimony of salvation. Have someone share their story of finding grace before the band kicks in.

Next Steps

We never graduate from grace. This Sunday, use How Deep The Father’s Love For Us to bring the focus back to the simple, overwhelming fact that God loves us.

By Ethan Joyce, WorshipChords Editorial Staff

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