As summer comes to an end and the school year begins, it can feel like an emotional rollercoaster. All at once, we experience the anticipation and excitement of a new season–and the sadness we feel at the end of a much-needed vacation. A lot of families will miss the togetherness that summer brings when the younger kids are out of school, and the older ones come home from college. Many parents feel lonely when their kids go back... while others rejoice! Haha!
Every year, young parents drop their little ones off for their very first day of school; and parents with teens see their kids begin a new chapter as they enter high school–and it can be an emotional day for parents and kids alike. Wherever you find yourself and whatever you're feeling, we've got some special songs that bring assurance, comfort and encouragement as you worship the Lord in this new season.
Whether you're feeling excitement and anticipation, or a touch of melancholy or loneliness, the following songs sing of the hope, trust, and confidence we find in the Lord. And they lead us to a place of worship as we enter this new season. With Praise & Worship anthems for adults and kids, these beautiful songs will inspire hope and trust in the Lord as we lift our hearts in worship.
PRAISE & WORSHIP
Teach Us to Love
Arranged by Jonathan Taylor Martin
Teach Us To Love is a unique praise chorus with close harmonies and expressive lyrics. This piece would work well in contemporary settings with a small ensemble, a praise choir and soloist, or with a worship leader and background singers.
PRAISE & WORSHIP
I'll Just Worship
Arranged by Tony Sutherland
Worship leader Tony Sutherland brings up this inspiring song of praise. In the tougher seasons of life, may we say, “I’ll just worship.” For the soloist or worship leader in a contemporary setting, this piece also includes harmony part for additional vocalist.
PRAISE & WORSHIP
Making Room
Arranged by Greg Piken, Andrea Hamilton Binley
An earnest song of hope and comfort, Making Room begins with a sparse and ambient feel, then crescendos into a lush expression of expectancy. This piece is well-suited to a contemporary worship service, and is as easily lead by a solo vocalist as by a praise & worship band.
PRAISE & WORSHIP
God of Your Promises
Arranged by Matthew Ferrer, Derek Horst, Jeff Jansen, Beka Overby, Seth Overby
A confident declaration of God's faithfulness, this powerful anthem steadily builds from calm to triumphant. Arranged for worship leader and choir or praise team, it is perfect for congregational singing!
PRAISE & WORSHIP
Through It All
Arranged by Trent Smith
From Twin Lakes Church in Aptos, CA, this powerful hymn of assurance features a male solo with SATB choir joining as the song builds with sincere conviction.
KIDS UNISON
I Will Sing Praise
I Will Sing Praise (w/ video track)
Arranged by Russell Mauldin
A gentle, unison piece with a pop-feel that reminds us of our Father's enduring promise to see us through the storm. This tenderly arranged version is suitable for all services and will be easy to learn quickly! [Lyric video accompaniment track available for Unlimited PLUS Members.]
KIDS UNISON
In My Corner
Arranged by Dan Bursey
This tune will have your kids singing loudly about trusting in God! Can be done in a kids' worship service or as a children's choir piece with a leader singing along.
