Theme: Joy

Joy is one of the defining marks of the kingdom of God — not the shallow happiness that depends on circumstances, but the deep, settled delight that flows from knowing God and being known by him. Worship songs about joy have powered the church through its most difficult centuries, because joy that comes from the Lord is not diminished by hardship but often deepened by it. These songs bubble over with gratitude and celebration, inviting the congregation to participate in the overflow of a heart that has found its home in God. They are contagious in the best possible way — corporate joy in worship creates an atmosphere that lifts every person in the room and reminds the church of what it is ultimately moving toward.