Worship & Creative Videos – ChurchLeaders

All the Christmas Feels: Unique A Capella Arrangement of O Holy Night

Megan Briggs — Fri, 22 Dec 2023 07:01:55 +0000

If you haven’t heard Sam Robson’s unique arrangement of "O Holy Night", you need to remedy that sad fact immediately.

The Pentatonix Hallelujah Video Reminds Us Christmas Can Be Bittersweet

Megan Briggs — Fri, 15 Dec 2023 07:01:42 +0000

The Hallelujah Pentatonix video is a bold move at Christmastime. The lines, “Love is not a victory march / It’s a cold and it’s a broken Hallelujah” speak to the bittersweet nature of love.

Who Wrote the Doxology – And What Do You Really Know About It?

Jessica Lea — Mon, 13 Feb 2023 07:33:58 +0000

'The Doxology' could be the most famous hymn sung by Christians throughout the world. But how much do you really know about it?

Hillsong UNITED’s Taya Smith Testimony: Worship Is Being Honest Before God

Megan Briggs — Fri, 11 Mar 2022 07:07:05 +0000

Hillsong UNITED's Taya Smith speaks candidly about worship and being vulnerable before God. In her view, it's the only way to worship.

The Miraculous Story Behind Raise a Hallelujah

Jessica Lea — Fri, 18 Feb 2022 07:47:21 +0000

The story behind Raise a Hallelujah, the miraculous healing of Jaxon, the son of Bethel’s CEO, Joel Taylor. Jaxon’s illness was the inspiration for “Raise a Hallelujah,” the first song on Bethel’s album, Victory.

Covering “In Christ Alone” Lauren Daigle Soars

Megan Briggs — Mon, 13 Dec 2021 07:01:53 +0000

In covering In Christ Alone Lauren Daigle provides a simple rendition (employing only two elements: her voice and a guitar) breathes new life into the song.

Through It All It Is Well – The Story Behind Kristene DiMarco’s Song

ChurchLeaders — Fri, 30 Jul 2021 05:06:15 +0000

"To be shaken by circumstances doesn't make any sense when you think about everything God has brought you through and what He will bring us through in the future,” Kristene DiMarco says.

Watch: ‘Desperate Benediction’ by Steven Curtis Chapman Will Help Your Soul Right Now

Megan Briggs — Tue, 12 Jan 2021 21:19:24 +0000

Christian musician Steven Curtis Chapman shared a video of a new song, a “Desperate Benediction” as he referred to it, the same day rioters stormed the Capitol Building in Washington D.C.

Hillsong UNITED Performs ‘Street Called Mercy’ Where Jesus Carried His Cross

Megan Briggs — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 22:41:41 +0000

The theme behind the video is the juxtaposition of “the struggle of life and the Mercy of God."

The Little Drummer Boy

Toni Ridgaway — Sun, 20 Dec 2020 13:26:00 +0000

This joyful Christmas video by Sean Quigley is a great upbeat video to open your Christmas Eve service.

MercyMe – “Christmastime Again” (Lyric Video)

Andrew Hess — Wed, 09 Dec 2020 05:55:00 +0000

"My heart is full of cheer."

David Crowder (ft. Tedashii) – “Lift Your Head Weary Sinner”

Andrew Hess — Wed, 18 Nov 2020 05:55:01 +0000

"Whatever you've done can't overcome the power of the blood."

Ageism, Worship, and Justin Bieber

Toni Ridgaway — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 18:04:00 +0000

Has your church sold out to the dictates of pop culture in worship leadership?

Lecrae’s New Single Gives Voice to the PTSD We Are All Experiencing

Megan Briggs — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 19:59:43 +0000

"A lot of us are wrestling with PTSD. You can’t be exposed to that much death and injustice and walk around unscathed."

Andy Stanley: Why God Loves You No Matter What

Andrew Hess — Wed, 02 Sep 2020 04:45:28 +0000

"What if our behavior doesn't impact how God views us?"

for KING & COUNTRY – “Ceasefire”

Megan Briggs — Mon, 31 Aug 2020 12:09:16 +0000

Watch the Official "Ceasefire" Music Video paired with scenes from the film, Ben-Hur.

Covenant Worship – “There Is a Name”

Megan Briggs — Mon, 27 Jul 2020 04:55:00 +0000

"He is the light of the world."

MercyMe: The Hurt & The Healer

Toni Ridgaway — Thu, 18 Jun 2020 02:02:00 +0000

Here’s the Song That’s the Christian Anthem of Today for Millions of People Around the World

Christine Yount Jones — Thu, 14 May 2020 19:21:03 +0000

When a group from Elevation Church sat down to write "The Blessing", they probably didn't anticipate how important the song would be in a time of isolation and sheltering-in-place.

Watch: Dolly Parton Wrote a Song for ‘all the mamas out there”

Megan Briggs — Tue, 12 May 2020 19:13:26 +0000

“I always say that having a wonderful mom is one of the greatest gifts that God can bestow on any of us," says singer-songwriter Dolly Parton.

Audrey Assad – “Abide with Me”

Megan Briggs — Mon, 27 Apr 2020 04:55:45 +0000

"In life, in death, O Lord, abide with me."

WATCH the Social Distancing Version of ‘Still Rolling Stones’

Bri Lamm — Thu, 16 Apr 2020 18:14:24 +0000

Watch Christian musician Lauren Daigle perform her hit song 'Still Rolling Stones' while practicing social distancing with her bandmates.

WATCH: Christians Reimagine the Easter Choir

Jessica Lea — Mon, 13 Apr 2020 20:09:16 +0000

Several churches and groups re-imagined the Easter choir this year as they celebrated from a distance what Christ has done for them.

WATCH: Cell Phone Choir Performs ‘It Is Well With My Soul’

Megan Briggs — Fri, 27 Mar 2020 15:59:51 +0000

When studio singers from the Nashville area are stuck under a "safer at home" order, they get creative. Check out this amazing version of 'It Is Well With My Soul' performed by a cell phone choir!

Do You Understand the Psalms?

Megan Briggs — Sat, 21 Mar 2020 13:40:14 +0000

"The Book of Psalms outlined and explained with animation."

The Royal Royal: "Praise Him"

Toni Ridgaway — Sun, 08 Mar 2020 05:00:00 +0000

http://youtu.be/9KIaDL5yFss

Elevation Worship’s Mack Brock on the Calling of a Worship Leader

Andrew Hess — Thu, 05 Mar 2020 05:55:44 +0000

God’s Instruction Manual to the World

Toni Ridgaway — Wed, 26 Feb 2020 03:40:00 +0000

Derwin Gray shares a powerful challenge to the church about living and loving as an example to the world.

My Worship Team Won’t Practice!

Toni Ridgaway — Sun, 09 Feb 2020 03:00:00 +0000

Worship leader/songwriter Paul Baloche serves up Scriptural motivation to inspire your band.

Josh Barbour: “Stuff Worship Leaders Say – Pt. 2”

Megan Briggs — Mon, 20 Jan 2020 05:55:33 +0000

A funny look at some of the common phrases you probably hear (or say!) week in and week out.

Watch TobyMac’s Song About His Son Who Died at 21

Megan Briggs — Fri, 10 Jan 2020 18:53:06 +0000

TobyMac's son, Truett, died unexpectedly last year. The artist has used song to process his grief over losing his eldest son. The result is both beautiful and heartbreaking.

It Turns Out Christian Worship Music Is Surprisingly Timeless

Jessica Lea — Tue, 31 Dec 2019 15:59:48 +0000

Ever wonder how Christian worship music has changed over time? This creative video from David Wesley features him as a one-man a cappella choir doing brief renditions of worship songs sampled from the past 1,500 years!

The Surprising History Behind ‘Joy to the World’

Jessica Lea — Mon, 23 Dec 2019 22:11:10 +0000

Did you know that "Joy to the World" was never intended to be a Christmas song? This is one reasons Claire Pfann, Academic Dean at the University of the Holy Land, calls it “one Christmas carol that is unlike all others."

These Albums Have the Best New Christmas Songs in 2019

Jessica Lea — Wed, 04 Dec 2019 22:17:22 +0000

We've done the research, and these albums have our favorite new Christmas songs for the year 2019! They are perfect for accompanying your Christmas baking or if you simply want to get into the spirit of the season.

Katy Perry Tears Up Over Fellow ‘Church Kid’s’ Audition

Jessica Lea — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 22:44:01 +0000

Contestant Kalifa Wilson, aka “Kai the Singer,” moved the American Idol judges to tears with her audition. She credits her church with supporting her as a musician and helping her make it to the show.

WATCH Yolanda Adams and Carrie Underwood Sing Gospel

Megan Briggs — Mon, 18 Feb 2019 23:10:28 +0000

Yolanda Adams and Carrie Underwood blew the crowd away at a tribute concert honoring Elvis Presley. Although many famous singers sang, these two sent chills down everyone's backs.

Lauren Daigle Tops Charts, Helps Those in Need

Jessica Lea — Thu, 24 Jan 2019 22:51:52 +0000

Lauren Daigle is making headlines again, this time not for saying anything controversial, but for setting records with her music. This week, her hit single, “You Say,” has been at the top of Billboard’s Hot Christian Songs chart for the 26th week in a row.

WATCH George H.W. Bush’s Famous ‘friends’ Sing at His Funeral

Jessica Lea — Fri, 07 Dec 2018 19:49:23 +0000

Reba McEntire, Michael W. Smith and The Oak Ridge Boys perform at the George H.W. Bush funeral in Houston, Texas.

WATCH Lauren Daigle Bring Christian Music to Late Night TV

Megan Briggs — Thu, 08 Nov 2018 17:45:05 +0000

Jimmy Fallon's "Tonight Show" audience is not used to seeing a lot of Christian artists. That changed last night with a Lauren Daigle "Look Up Child" performance that brought the house down.

Lauren Daigle on “The Ellen Show”: Watch Her Powerful Performance

Megan Briggs — Thu, 25 Oct 2018 17:10:18 +0000

Watch Lauren Daigle on "The Ellen Show" wow the audience with a powerful performance of "Still Rolling Stones."

Is It Justifiable for Christian Music Artists to Use Swear Words?

Megan Briggs — Mon, 03 Sep 2018 05:00:35 +0000

There is nothing about art, culture, or context that grants us permission to sin.

Are We Really Who We’ve Always Said We Are?

Megan Briggs — Thu, 30 Aug 2018 05:00:02 +0000

As Christians, we claim to be followers Jesus and his instructions. But do we remember who we are when the instructions are difficult to follow?

Judges Lose It When 145-Person Choir Sings Baba Yetu [Lord’s Prayer in Swahili]

Megan Briggs — Mon, 30 Jul 2018 22:54:19 +0000

This incredibly talented 145-person choir stunned judges with a performance of a song in Swahili. Baba Yetu means "Our Father" and has a very curious origin.

They Used to Be a Christian Band. And Then Christians Failed Them

Megan Briggs — Tue, 24 Jul 2018 21:45:48 +0000

Spencer Chamberlain and Aaron Gillespie of Underoath sit down to discuss the problems they find with Christianity.

Meet the Worship Leader Who Drove Simon Cowell to the Golden Buzzer

Megan Briggs — Fri, 06 Jul 2018 21:55:17 +0000

Worship artist Michael Ketterer totally blew the judges of America's Got Talent away with his rendition of "To Love Somebody".

Kari Jobe’s ‘Heal Our Land’ Is the Exact Thing We Need to Be Praying Over America Right Now

Megan Briggs — Mon, 02 Jul 2018 22:41:11 +0000

In times of crisis, often the arts pick up the slack when the culture is unable to accurately speak on a given topic. This is one of those times.

The History of Worship

Bob Ditmer — Fri, 22 Jun 2018 21:00:00 +0000

This video takes you back to old school worship songs. You might not want to come back!

Watch Matt Redman Worship God Over the City of Los Angeles

Megan Briggs — Tue, 27 Feb 2018 18:48:43 +0000

Matt Redman worships over the city of Los Angeles and then talks about the need for unity in America, specifically in the church.

The Message Series Announcement that Went Viral for All the Right Reasons

Brian Orme — Wed, 22 Nov 2017 20:49:20 +0000

The creative team of this church just won the prize for best message series announcement.

Jesus Culture’s ‘In the River’ Is the Response to What Pastors Need

Megan Briggs — Mon, 23 Oct 2017 23:08:40 +0000

Jesus Culture polled a bunch of pastors asking them what kind of songs they need in their churches. This is the response.