Welcome to Praise Song of the Week at FishWorship! Each week, we’ll feature a contemporary Christian praise or worship song that has inspired believers around the world to lift their hearts in worship. While our Hymn of the Week series celebrates the timeless hymns that have strengthened the Church for generations, Praise Song of the Week shines a spotlight on the modern songs that continue that legacy for today’s worshipers.
From powerful congregational worship anthems to heartfelt expressions of personal faith, these songs remind us that God is still inspiring gifted writers and musicians to proclaim His truth through music. Some will be familiar favorites sung in churches across the world, while others may become new discoveries that encourage and strengthen your walk with Christ.
Each Wednesday, we’ll feature one carefully selected praise song, complete with an embedded music video and a brief introduction to its message and significance. Whether you’ve loved these songs for years or are hearing them for the very first time, we invite you to join us each week as we celebrate the music that continues to point hearts toward Jesus Christ.
Praise Song of the Week: August 5, 2026
As the Deer – The Detty Sisters
As the Deer has been one of the most beloved praise songs of the modern worship era for decades. Inspired by Psalm 42:1, its simple yet deeply meaningful lyrics express the longing of every believer to know God more intimately: “As the deer pants for the water, so my soul longs after You.” Generations of Christians have found comfort, encouragement, and a renewed desire to draw closer to the Lord through this timeless song of worship.
For the founder of FishWorship, As the Deer holds a special place in his own journey of faith. He first encountered the song when it was still relatively new during one of his first church plants, and its message has remained a cherished reminder that our deepest satisfaction is found in Christ alone. Like many believers, he has returned to this song countless times over the years as a heartfelt expression of worship and devotion.
This week’s featured performance by The Detty Sisters brings fresh life to a cherished classic. Their beautiful family harmonies and sincere love for the Lord shine through every note, making this rendition both uplifting and deeply worshipful. Amber Detty has helped cultivate a ministry that reflects faith, family, and a genuine desire to glorify God through music, and that spirit is evident throughout this wonderful performance.
Whether this praise song brings back treasured memories or introduces you to its message for the very first time, may As the Deer encourage your heart to seek the Lord with the same longing and confidence expressed in the words of Psalm 42: “My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.”
Join us each week as we celebrate the praise songs that inspire today’s worshipers and continue to proclaim the hope, grace, and love of Jesus through music.