Hallelujah!
The History of Contemporary Worship in 100 Songs

By (author) Les Moir

ISBN13: 9780281090754

Imprint: SPCK Publishing

Publisher: SPCK Publishing

Format: Hardback

Published: 19/03/2026

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"A brilliant and fascinating reflection on the stories behind 100 significant modern worship songs." Tim Hughes From How Great Thou Art to The Blessing, Hallelujah invites you on a journey through 100 of the world’s most beloved worship songs - songs that have shaped church life and personal devotion over the last fifty years. Inside, you'll find the full lyrics to each song, along with the remarkable stories behind them: how they were written, what inspired them, and why they continue to resonate with worshippers around the world. Whether you're rediscovering old favourites or exploring new ones, this book will deepen your appreciation for the songs that move your soul. Each song entry also features a QR code, giving you instant access to: - Classic and contemporary performances on YouTube - Printable chord charts for every song, perfect for musicians and worship leaders More than a songbook, Hallelujah is a companion for anyone who wants to understand, play, and live the worship they love.
Forward: Graham Kendrick Introduction: How Great Thou Art 1. Turn Your Eyes Upon Jesus 2. Make Me A Channel of Your Peace 3. O Happy Day 4. Soon and Very Soon 5. Because He Lives 6. Seek Ye First 7. Jesus is the Answer 8. Light up the Fire (Colours of Day) 9. The Steadfast Love Of The Lord 10. Glorify Thy Name 11. Jesus Name above all Names 12. Our God Reigns (How Lovely On The Mountains) 13. Abba Father 14. Jesus Stand Among Us 15. Bind Us Together 16. I Exalt Thee 17. Give Thanks With a Grateful Heart 18. I Love You, Lord 19. Choruses - He Has Made Me Glad, We Bring The Sacrifice Of Praise, and This Is The Day 20. Jesus, We Enthrone You 21. O Lord You're Beautiful 22. Majesty 23. There is a Redeemer 24. God of Glory 25. O Lord Hear My Prayer 26. More Precious Than Silver 27. Servant King 28. Father God I Wonder 29. As the Deer 30. He Is Exalted 31. Meekness and Majesty 32. Shine Jesus Shine 33. Be Still For the Prescence of the Lord 34. All Heaven Declares 35. All Hail the Lamb 36. More love, more power 37. Our God Is an Awesome God 38. Faithful One 39. Lord I Lift Your Name on High 40. Refiner’s Fire 41. Agnus Dei 42. Show Your Power 43. To Be In Your Presence 44. I Will Worship 45. Ancient of Days 46. Lord you have my heart 47. Shout to the Lord 48. We Want to See Jesus Lifted High 49. Did you feel the mountains tremble 50. I could sing of your love forever 51. I Will Offer Up My Life 52. Breathe 53. How Deep The Father's Love 54. Holy, Holy (Lift up his Name) 55. Better is One Day 56. Days Of Elijah 57. Psalm 23 58. History Maker 59. The Heart of Worship 60. Open The Eyes Of My Heart 61. Come, now is the time 62. Lord, Reign In Me 63. Above All 64. Hungry 65. Here I am to Worship 66. In Christ Alone 67. Forever 68. Blessed Be Your Name 69. Friend of God 70. Your Grace is Enough 71. Revelation Song 72. Indescribable 73. God of Justice 74. How Great is our God 75. Hosanna (Praise is Rising) 76. Everlasting God 77. Alpha and Omega 78. Mighty to Save 79. Amazing Grace (My Chains are Gone) 80. Spirit Break Out 81. Our God 82. Holy Spirit You are Welcome Here 83. 10,000 Reasons 84. Cornerstone 85. Lord I Need You 86. Oceans 87. This is Amazing Grace 88. Great Are You Lord 89. My Lighthouse 90. Good, Good Father 91. O Praise the Name (Anastasis) 92. What a Beautiful Name 93. Waymaker 94. Build My Life 95. Living Hope 96. Goodness of God 97. Raise a Hallelujah 98. Promises 99. Jireh 100. The Blessing Epilogue
  • Music reviews & criticism
  • Sacred & religious music
  • History of religion
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