60 Best Easter Songs for a Day of Worship 2024

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Popular Easter Hymn

"Nothing But the Blood of Jesus" by Carrie Underwood

"Nothing But the Blood of Jesus" by Carrie Underwood

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Popular Easter Hymn

"Nothing But the Blood of Jesus" by Carrie Underwood

The queen of country will get everyone singing along to this Christian hymn. Written by Robert Lowry in 1876, the song appears on Underwood's 2021 album My Savior. "What can wash away my sin? Nothing but the blood of Jesus," go the lyrics.

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Gospel Favorite

"Victory" by Yolanda Adams

"Victory" by Yolanda Adams

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Gospel Favorite

"Victory" by Yolanda Adams

Get ready to get up on your feet and dance in praise (you really won't be able to stop yourself) to this track from Adams's 2005 album Day by Day. The Easter message is especially prominent in the chorus: "For me he died but he rose on the third day / That's why I have true victory every day."

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Popular Easter Hymn

"In the Garden" by Alan Jackson

"In the Garden" by Alan Jackson

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Popular Easter Hymn

"In the Garden" by Alan Jackson

This hymn is written in the voice of Mary Magdalene, as if she's walking and talking with the risen savior. Penned by Austin Miles in 1912, "In the Garden" has become a traditional Easter song that remains popular in church services. Here, country singer Alan Jackson captured it beautifully on his album Precious Memories, released in 2016.

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"King Of Kings" by Brooke Ligertwood and Hillsong Worship

"King Of Kings" by Brooke Ligertwood and Hillsong Worship

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"King Of Kings" by Brooke Ligertwood and Hillsong Worship

This 2019 collaboration between Hillsong Worship and Brooke Ligertwood will give you chills this Easter, but in a good way we promise!

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Gospel Favorite

"How Great Is Our God" by Jonathan Nelson

"How Great Is Our God" by Jonathan Nelson

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Gospel Favorite

"How Great Is Our God" by Jonathan Nelson

Gospel singer Jonathan Nelson's soulful take on a classic will become an instant Easter favorite. Find the track on the album Right Now Praise.

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Contemporary Christian Easter Song

"What a Beautiful Name" by Hillsong Worship

"What a Beautiful Name" by Hillsong Worship

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Contemporary Christian Easter Song

"What a Beautiful Name" by Hillsong Worship

"My sin was great, your love was greater," read the beautiful lyrics from this ballad. "What could separate us now?"

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Music for Easter Scripture Reading

"Quietly, A Piano Album" by Jay Stocker

"Quietly, A Piano Album" by Jay Stocker

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Music for Easter Scripture Reading

"Quietly, A Piano Album" by Jay Stocker

"I listen while reading scripture," reads one of many comments from satisfied-sounding reviewers. "...It's a blessing."

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Mighty To Save (Live)

Mighty To Save (Live)

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Mighty To Save (Live)

"Mighty to Save” is a song that came not from one situation or circumstance in our lives, but as the sum of many. Our God who is all powerful, chooses not to turn his power against us, but towards us, drawing us to himself, writing us into a new story—his salvation story. We have seen it in our own lives." - Ben Fielding

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Choral Music for Easter Sunday

"Jesus Christ Is Risen Today" by The Jubilate Singers

"Jesus Christ Is Risen Today" by The Jubilate Singers

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Choral Music for Easter Sunday

"Jesus Christ Is Risen Today" by The Jubilate Singers

Originally titled "Hymn for Easter Day," this song was written by Charles Wesley in 1739. The Jubilate Singers, a Toronto-based chamber choir, offer a beautiful, classic rendition. The intro lyrics say it all: "Jesus Christ is risen today, Allelujah! Our triumphant holy day, Allelujah!"

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Song "All Hail King Jesus" by Jeremy Riddle

"All Hail King Jesus" by Jeremy Riddle

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Song "All Hail King Jesus" by Jeremy Riddle

"All hail King Jesus/ All hail the Savior of the world!"

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Choral Music for Easter Sunday

"Up From the Grave He Arose" by the Scottish Festival Singers

"Up From the Grave He Arose" by the Scottish Festival Singers

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Choral Music for Easter Sunday

"Up From the Grave He Arose" by the Scottish Festival Singers

This hymn sums up what the Easter celebration is all about: "He arose! He arose! Hallelujah! Christ arose!" This choral version was recorded at the Old St. Paul's Church in Edinburgh for the album The Hymn Makers.

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Christian Pop Easter Song

"My Feet Are on the Rock" by I Am They

"My Feet Are on the Rock" by I Am They

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Christian Pop Easter Song

"My Feet Are on the Rock" by I Am They

Here's a track that's a little more upbeat than the typical Easter songs. Just try and stop yourself from dancing! Find it on the album Trial & Triumph.

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Choral Music for Easter Sunday

"Rock of Ages" Album by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

"Rock of Ages" Album by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

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Choral Music for Easter Sunday

"Rock of Ages" Album by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir

Fans of choral music should jump at the opportunity to add this album to their collection. Not only are the melodies beautiful, but they're also incredibly meaningful.

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Christian Rock Easter Song

"Changed" Album by Sanctus Real

"Changed" Album by Sanctus Real

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Christian Rock Easter Song

"Changed" Album by Sanctus Real

Songs like "Safe in My Father's Arms," "My Hope Is in the Lord," and "Your Love Is Loud" will accompany your Easter celebrations perfectly. Each song sounds more personal and thoughtful than the next.

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Jesus Paid It All

Jesus Paid It All

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Jesus Paid It All

There's no debt left to pay, Jesus paid it all.

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Easter Song for Kids

"Bunny Hop" by The Tinseltown Players

"Bunny Hop" by The Tinseltown Players

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Easter Song for Kids

"Bunny Hop" by The Tinseltown Players

Children will delight in this kids' Easter song that teaches a corresponding dance routine.

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Contemporary Christian Easter Music

"The Rock Won't Move" Album by Vertical Worship

"The Rock Won't Move" Album by Vertical Worship

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Contemporary Christian Easter Music

"The Rock Won't Move" Album by Vertical Worship

This well-reviewed album features several hits, and we have a feeing you'll be listening to it well past Easter's end. But the title track in particular, "The Rock Won't Move," feels like a perfect choice for that holy Sunday.

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Gospel Favorite

"Peace in the Valley" Album by Elvis Presley

"Peace in the Valley" Album by Elvis Presley

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Gospel Favorite

"Peace in the Valley" Album by Elvis Presley

This Elvis album is a compilation of all of his gospel-style recordings. It's a great way to worship to an older, more classic sound.

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Contemporary Christian Easter Song

"Redeemer" by Nicole C. Mullen

"Redeemer" by Nicole C. Mullen

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Contemporary Christian Easter Song

"Redeemer" by Nicole C. Mullen

If you ever begin to question your faith, one listen to this melody will instantly reassure you. The title track of Mullen's "best of" album, this popular Christen ballad won the Gospel Music Association's Dove Award for Song of the Year in 2001.

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Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (He Is Not Dead)

Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (He Is Not Dead)

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Christ the Lord Is Risen Today (He Is Not Dead)

Christ the Lord is risen indeed. What a fitting song for celebrating Easter.

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