9 Worship Songs About The Church (Unity And The Body)

We live in an individualistic culture, but the Kingdom of God is a family. When we gather on Sundays, we aren’t just a collection of individuals having private spiritual moments; we are the Body of Christ. Psalm 133:1 reminds us, “How good and pleasant it is when God’s people live together in unity!”

Worship songs about the Church help shift our perspective from “me” to “we.” They remind us that we are part of something ancient, global, and eternal. These songs function as “glue,” binding the congregation together in a shared identity and a shared mission.

Why These Songs Build Community

We selected these songs because:

  • They use corporate language. They prioritize plural pronouns (we, us, our) over singular ones (I, me, my).
  • They focus on generations. They connect the church in the room with the saints of the past and the future.
  • They celebrate the gathering. They express the specific joy that can only be found when believers worship together.

9 Songs To Unite The Body Of Christ

  1. Build My Life – The prayer “I will build my life upon Your love” transforms into a corporate commitment to “build Your church” in the bridge. It reminds us that our personal foundations are meant to support the larger house of God.
  2. House Of The Lord – This high-energy anthem celebrates the privilege of gathering. “We were the beggars, now we’re the royalty.” It unifies the room around the joy of simply being together in God’s presence.
  3. This Is Our God – This song serves as a corporate testimony. By singing “This is *our* God, this is who He is,” the church reinforces its shared theology and shared history of rescue.
  4. The Blessing – While often sung over families, this song is the ultimate declaration of the church’s legacy. Singing about “a thousand generations” connects the current body to the future church that isn’t even born yet.
  5. Holy Forever – This song lifts our eyes to the global and eternal church. Singing with “the angels” and “creation” reminds a small local congregation that they are part of a massive, universal choir.
  6. King Of Kings – The narrative of this song includes the pivotal moment: “And the Church of Christ was born, then the Spirit lit the flame.” It places the church specifically within the timeline of the Gospel.
  7. Same God – “The God of Mary… the God of Jacob.” This song unites us with the “cloud of witnesses.” It reminds the church that we are part of a faith lineage that stretches back thousands of years.
  8. Great Are You Lord – “All the earth will shout Your praise.” This simple, anthemic chorus unifies the voices of the congregation into a single sound. It is a powerful moment of one breath and one voice.
  9. As For Me And My House – While used for families, this song works powerfully when the church sings it as a “household of faith.” It draws a line in the sand regarding who we will serve as a community.

Example Setlists For Unity

Setlist 1 (The Gathered Family)

  1. House Of The Lord – Opens the doors with excitement and joy.
  2. This Is Our God – Declares our shared belief and history.
  3. Build My Life – Commits to building the church together.

Setlist 2 (The Ancient Path)

  1. Same God – Connects us to the history of the faith.
  2. King Of Kings – Celebrates the birth and mission of the church.
  3. Holy Forever – Joins the eternal song of the saints.

How To Use These Songs In Your Church

  • Encourage interaction. During House Of The Lord, encourage people to look around the room and smile at one another. Break the bubble of isolation.
  • Pray for the city. Use the bridge of Build My Life (“lead me to those around me”) as a launching pad to pray for your local community and mission field.
  • Emphasize the pronouns. When leading This Is Our God, stress the word “OUR.” Remind the people that faith is a team sport.

Next Steps

Is your church feeling disconnected? This Sunday, intentionally choose songs that force the focus outward. Use Holy Forever or House Of The Lord to remind everyone that they belong to a family that is bigger than themselves.

By Michaela Bishop, WorshipChords Editorial Staff

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