September 23-29, 2026
There’s always more great Christian music being released than any one of us can keep up with. So each week, we’re highlighting some of the songs and albums you may have missed—new music from familiar voices, emerging artists, and worship leaders who are giving us something worth hearing. Here are this week’s selections from Christian Music You May Have Missed!
🎵Songs
For KING & COUNTRY – “The Most Beautiful Colours”
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For KING & COUNTRY’s “The Most Beautiful Colours” is a heartfelt reminder that some of life’s most meaningful moments can emerge from places we never expected. With its warm, cinematic sound and emotionally rich vocals, the song feels both intimate and expansive, drawing listeners into a message about finding beauty, hope, and purpose.
There’s a reflective quality to the song that makes it especially easy to connect with. Rather than simply telling us that everything will be perfect, it points toward the beauty that can be discovered even through difficult or complicated seasons of life. That combination of vulnerability and hope is part of what makes for KING & COUNTRY’s music so compelling.
If you’ve enjoyed the duo’s more emotional and story-driven songs, “The Most Beautiful Colours” is definitely one to add to your listening list. It’s a beautiful reminder that sometimes the most unexpected chapters can become some of the most beautiful ones.
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CAIN – “My Victory’s Coming”
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CAIN’s “My Victory’s Coming” is an upbeat declaration of faith that looks beyond the circumstances of today and toward the victory God is bringing. With the group’s signature blend of infectious melodies, joyful energy, and encouraging lyrics, the song feels like a musical reminder to keep trusting even when the answer hasn’t arrived yet.
What makes the song especially uplifting is its sense of expectation. It acknowledges that we may be walking through a difficult season right now, but our current circumstances don’t get the final word. There’s confidence in the simple message that God is still working, and that gives the song an encouraging, forward-looking spirit.
If you need a little musical encouragement to keep moving forward in faith, “My Victory’s Coming” is a great song to put on repeat. CAIN delivers another joyful reminder that the story isn’t finished yet.
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Rachael Lampa – “Permission”
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Rachael Lampa’s “Permission” is a beautifully honest song about letting go of the pressure to have everything figured out and giving yourself permission to simply be where you are. With her expressive vocals and a warm, contemporary sound, Lampa brings a sense of vulnerability to a message that feels both personal and relatable.
There’s something refreshing about the way “Permission” approaches the idea of freedom. Instead of striving to meet every expectation or constantly trying to prove ourselves, the song invites us to step back, breathe, and remember that we don’t have to carry everything on our own. It’s an encouraging reminder that grace gives us room to grow.
For longtime fans of Rachael Lampa, “Permission” is another example of why her music continues to connect so deeply. It’s thoughtful, beautifully performed, and carries a message that may be exactly what someone needs to hear right now.
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Kaelob feat. Aaron Williams – “You Can Do Anything”
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Kaelob teams up with Aaron Williams for “You Can Do Anything,” an uplifting reminder that God’s possibilities are far greater than the limitations we sometimes place on ourselves. The song brings an energetic, encouraging sound to a message about faith, confidence, and trusting God with whatever comes next.
There’s an infectious sense of optimism throughout the song. Rather than focusing on what might hold us back, “You Can Do Anything” points our attention toward the God who gives us strength to keep going. It’s the kind of track that can quickly lift your mood while also reminding you where that confidence ultimately comes from.
If you’re looking for something positive and encouraging to add to your playlist, “You Can Do Anything” is definitely worth a listen. Kaelob and Aaron Williams deliver a joyful musical reminder that with God leading the way, we don’t have to face the future alone.
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Kirk Franklin feat. GloRilla – “This Time”
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Kirk Franklin teams up with GloRilla for “This Time,” a bold, energetic song about stepping into a new season with renewed faith and determination. Franklin’s unmistakable gospel sound blends with GloRilla’s distinctive style, creating a collaboration that feels fresh while staying rooted in a message of transformation and moving forward.
The song carries a strong sense of leaving the past behind and embracing what God is doing next. There’s confidence in the repeated declaration of “this time,” as though the listener is making a decision to stop looking backward and start walking forward with purpose. It’s an encouraging message for anyone who feels ready for a new chapter.
With its unexpected but compelling pairing of gospel and contemporary hip-hop, “This Time” is another example of Kirk Franklin’s willingness to bring gospel music into new spaces. It’s a track that deserves a listen if you enjoy Christian music that combines a strong message with a modern sound.
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Phil Wickham & Crowder – “It Really Is Amazing Grace”
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Phil Wickham and Crowder join forces for “It Really Is Amazing Grace,” a joyful celebration of one of the most familiar and foundational truths of the Christian faith: God’s grace is truly amazing. Bringing together two distinctive voices in contemporary Christian music, the song has an uplifting, worshipful energy that makes its message feel fresh while pointing back to an enduring truth.
There’s something especially fitting about hearing these two artists tackle a theme as timeless as grace. The song captures the wonder of being loved, forgiven, and redeemed—not because we have earned it, but because of what God has done for us. It’s a message that never really gets old, no matter how many times we hear it.
“It Really Is Amazing Grace” is a wonderful addition to a playlist when you want something joyful and faith-filled. Phil Wickham and Crowder bring plenty of personality to the song while keeping the focus where it belongs: on the amazing grace of God.
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Micah Tyler – “Perfectly”
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Micah Tyler’s “Perfectly” is an encouraging reminder that God sees us completely—even the parts of ourselves we might wish were different—and loves us right where we are. With Tyler’s warm, approachable vocal style and an uplifting contemporary sound, the song delivers a message of identity, grace, and finding freedom in God’s perspective rather than our own.
One of the song’s most meaningful ideas is that we don’t have to become a flawless version of ourselves before we can be loved by God. “Perfectly” points toward the confidence that comes from knowing we are already fully known and fully loved. That’s a message that can speak especially powerfully during seasons when insecurity or self-doubt starts getting loud.
With its positive sound and reassuring message, “Perfectly” is an easy song to recommend to anyone who could use a reminder that their worth isn’t determined by their imperfections. Micah Tyler turns that encouragement into a song that feels both personal and genuinely uplifting.
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TobyMac – “Lord It Feels Good”
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TobyMac brings his signature energy to “Lord It Feels Good,” an upbeat celebration of the joy that comes from walking with God. With its infectious rhythm, positive attitude, and unmistakable TobyMac style, the song feels like an invitation to stop for a moment and simply enjoy the goodness of what God has done.
There’s a refreshing sense of gratitude running through the song. Rather than making faith feel complicated, “Lord It Feels Good” embraces the simple joy of knowing God is present and being thankful for the blessings along the way. It’s the kind of song that can put a smile on your face while still pointing back to the source of that joy.
If you’re looking for a feel-good addition to your Christian playlist, “Lord It Feels Good” is an easy choice. TobyMac once again demonstrates his ability to pair an infectious sound with an encouraging message, creating a track that practically begs to be turned up and enjoyed.
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For KING & COUNTRY – “What If I Told You?”
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for KING & COUNTRY’s “What If I Told You?” is an emotionally charged song built around a simple but powerful question: what if the things we fear, the things we regret, and the things we think disqualify us aren’t the end of our story? With the duo’s cinematic production and passionate vocals, the song creates a sense of anticipation as it invites listeners to consider a different perspective.
At its heart, the song points toward the hope found in God’s grace. It speaks to the possibility of discovering that there is more ahead than we can see right now, even when the road behind us contains mistakes or difficult seasons. That combination of vulnerability and hope is a familiar strength of for KING & COUNTRY’s storytelling.
“What If I Told You?” is the kind of song that rewards a close listen, especially if you appreciate Christian music that tells a story and leaves you thinking after the final note. It’s another compelling addition to the duo’s growing collection of songs about hope, faith, and the possibility of a new beginning.
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Cochren & Co. – “What Grace Can Do”
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Cochren & Co.’s “What Grace Can Do” is an uplifting celebration of the life-changing power of God’s grace. With a bright, contemporary sound and Michael Cochren’s warm, expressive vocals, the song turns a timeless Christian message into something that feels fresh, personal, and full of joy.
The song focuses on the incredible difference grace can make in a person’s life. It’s not simply about being forgiven for the past—it’s about the new life, freedom, and hope that become possible because of what God has done. That gives “What Grace Can Do” an especially encouraging quality, reminding us that our past doesn’t have to define our future.
With its catchy melody and positive message, “What Grace Can Do” is an easy song to put on when you need a reminder of just how powerful God’s grace really is. Cochren & Co. deliver another joyful Christian pop track that celebrates the transformation grace can bring.
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💿Albums
We Are Messengers – Halfway Home
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We Are Messengers’ Halfway Home is a deeply personal collection of songs that explores the space between where we’ve been and where God is leading us. The album carries the honesty and vulnerability that have become hallmarks of the group’s music, balancing reflective moments with songs that offer hope and encouragement.
There’s a strong sense of journey throughout Halfway Home. Rather than pretending that faith means having everything figured out, the album makes room for uncertainty, struggle, growth, and the realization that God remains present through all of it. The result is a collection that feels particularly relatable for anyone navigating a season of change or simply trying to take the next step.
If you appreciate Christian music that feels honest without losing sight of hope, Halfway Home is an album worth spending some time with. We Are Messengers have created a thoughtful collection that reminds us that being “halfway home” can still be a meaningful part of the journey.
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Matthew West – Jesus Is King
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Matthew West’s Jesus Is King is a bold, faith-centered album that puts its central message right in the title. Across the project, West brings his familiar storytelling approach to songs about faith, hope, identity, and the difference that knowing Jesus can make in everyday life.
The album balances energetic contemporary Christian music with more reflective moments, giving the collection a sense of variety while maintaining a consistent focus. West has a gift for taking big spiritual truths and expressing them through relatable, everyday experiences, and that quality is evident throughout Jesus Is King.
For longtime Matthew West listeners, Jesus Is King offers plenty of the heartfelt songwriting and accessible sound they’ve come to expect. For anyone looking for an album that keeps its focus firmly on the message of Christ while still sounding contemporary, this is a project worth adding to the playlist.
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Stryper – Throne of Thorns
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Stryper’s Throne of Thorns brings the veteran Christian metal band’s unmistakable sound into a collection that feels both powerful and deeply rooted in faith. Built around soaring vocals, heavy guitar work, and the band’s trademark melodic approach, the album demonstrates that Stryper continues to embrace the hard-rock sound that has defined its remarkable career.
What makes Throne of Thorns particularly interesting is the way it combines the intensity of classic heavy metal with themes of faith, perseverance, spiritual struggle, and redemption. The album doesn’t shy away from the heavier side of Christian music, but its message remains firmly connected to Stryper’s long-standing Christian identity.
For fans of Christian rock and metal, Throne of Thorns is a reminder that Christian music encompasses far more than contemporary worship and pop. Stryper continues to carve out its own distinctive space, delivering a hard-hitting album for listeners who like their faith-based music with plenty of volume, guitar, and attitude.
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David Leonard – Well Done – EP
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David Leonard’s Well Done – EP is a worship-focused collection that centers on faithfulness, surrender, and the desire to live a life that honors God. Leonard’s expressive vocals and thoughtful songwriting give the project an intimate quality, allowing these songs to feel less like a performance and more like a personal conversation of faith.
The title Well Done points toward the biblical picture of hearing the words, “Well done, good and faithful servant.” That theme gives the EP a sense of purpose, encouraging listeners to consider what it means to faithfully follow Christ through every season of life. The songs carry a spirit of devotion while still leaving room for reflection.
For listeners who appreciate modern worship that feels personal and sincere, Well Done – EP is a worthwhile addition. David Leonard keeps the focus on faithfulness and wholehearted devotion, creating a short but meaningful collection that invites us to worship and reflect.
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Red Worship – Witness
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RED Worship’s Witness is a worship project that carries a strong sense of declaration and testimony. As the worship expression of the rock band RED, the project brings a heavier, atmospheric edge to contemporary Christian worship while keeping its focus on the faithfulness and presence of God.
The title Witness is fitting for an album centered on the idea of proclaiming what we have seen and experienced God do. The songs encourage listeners not simply to receive their faith privately, but to live it openly—to let their lives become a testimony to the hope they have found in Christ.
For listeners who enjoy worship music with a little more intensity and a rock-oriented sound, Witness offers something different from the typical contemporary worship release. RED Worship brings its own musical identity to these songs, creating a collection that can work equally well for personal listening or a powerful worship setting.
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