8 Worship Songs For Father’s Day (The Heart Of The Father)

Father’s Day services are a powerful opportunity to redirect our attention to the ultimate example of fatherhood. For some, this day is a celebration of a great earthly dad; for others, it highlights a painful void. However, every person in the room shares the same need: to know they are loved by their Heavenly Father.

Leading worship on Father’s Day isn’t about playing “manly” songs; it’s about playing songs that highlight the strength, protection, consistency, and sacrificial love of God. These songs remind the church that God is the Father to the fatherless and the firm foundation for every family.

Why These Songs Resonate

We selected these songs because:

  • They define His character. They move beyond the abstract idea of God to the relational reality of Him as “Father.”
  • They heal wounds. For those with difficult father relationships, these lyrics offer a corrective, healing view of who God is.
  • They encourage men. They model a posture of strength surrendered to God, which is a powerful example for the men in the congregation.

8 Songs To Honor The Father

  1. Good Good Father – This song changed the vocabulary of the modern church. Its simple, repetitive affirmation—”You’re a good, good Father, it’s who You are”—helps break down the lies that God is distant or angry.
  2. How Deep The Father’s Love For Us – This modern hymn focuses on the sacrificial nature of the Father. It reminds us that His love is not just sentimental; it is costly. It is arguably the most profound song on the subject.
  3. Run To The Father – “I run to the Father, I fall into grace.” This song invites the congregation to stop striving and simply be children. It paints God as a safe refuge rather than a harsh critic.
  4. Abide – A key role of a father is protection. This song celebrates God as the “Keeper” and “Protector,” the One who holds us together when everything else falls apart.
  5. Firm Foundation (He Won’t) – Fathers are often looked to as the foundation of the home, but this song points to the true Rock. It encourages men to build their lives on Jesus so they “won’t be moved” by the storms of life.
  6. Great Is Thy Faithfulness – Consistency is one of the most valued traits of a father. This hymn celebrates the fact that “there is no shadow of turning” with God. He is steady, reliable, and present every morning.
  7. The Blessing – In Scripture, the father played a crucial role in blessing the children. This song reclaims that priestly function, allowing the church to sing God’s favor and protection over the families represented.
  8. Who You Say I Am – “In my Father’s house, there’s a place for me.” This high-energy anthem celebrates adoption. It reminds us that because of Jesus, we have a permanent seat at the family table.

Example Father’s Day Setlists

Setlist 1 (The Perfect Father)

  1. Good Good Father – Establishes the theme of the service gently.
  2. Who You Say I Am – A joyful response to being His child.
  3. How Deep The Father’s Love For Us – Ends with deep gratitude for the cross.

Setlist 2 (Strength & Security)

  1. Firm Foundation (He Won’t) – Focuses on God’s reliability.
  2. Abide – Creates a moment of safety and rest.
  3. Run To The Father – Invites a surrender of burdens.

How To Use These Songs In Your Church

  • Challenge the men. Men often sing quieter than women. Before singing Firm Foundation, challenge the men in the room to raise their voices and lead the song. The sound of men singing is powerful.
  • Be inclusive. Introduce Good Good Father by acknowledging that for some, this is a hard day, but that God offers a love that is perfect and healing.
  • Pray for the dads. Use the instrumental of The Blessing to pray specifically for fathers to have wisdom, patience, and courage in raising the next generation.

Next Steps

Don’t assume everyone knows God as “Father.” This Sunday, use Run To The Father to extend an invitation to those who have been trying to do life on their own to come home.