Released 16 years ago this November
And If Our God Is for Us...
Chris Tomlin · 2010
50 min · 11 tracks · Christian rock
Anthemic worship melodies intertwine with uplifting lyrics, creating a spiritually invigorating atmosphere that invites communal praise.
Top tracks — play these first
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Our God Start here — This song is a cornerstone of modern worship, celebrated for its powerful chorus and theological depth, encapsulating themes of God's greatness and faithfulness.
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I Will Follow — The track combines personal commitment with a catchy melody, encouraging listeners to pursue their faith actively, making it a favorite among congregations.
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All to Us — With its reflective lyrics about surrender and reliance on God, this song resonates deeply within worship settings and showcases Tomlin's lyrical strength.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album features anthemic structures and communal themes typical of contemporary worship music.
What we noticed
- The album opens with a strong anthem, 'Our God,' featuring layered vocals and a soaring chorus that sets a worshipful tone.
- Each track typically follows a verse-chorus structure, often building to a climactic final chorus with repeated phrases for congregational participation.
- Several songs incorporate instrumental bridges that create space for reflection before returning to the main theme.
- The last three tracks maintain a slower tempo, allowing for a contemplative conclusion to the album.
- Composition 25% of the score
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6/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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7/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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5/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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5/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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6/10
the writing — melody, harmony, structure, lyrics
production, performance, arrangement
whether it rewards returning to it
whether it sounds like itself
running order, pacing, length
Significant within its genre. Reported but not counted — how far a record travelled describes its reception rather than the record, and a newer release has had less time to travel than an older one.
Is this for you?
Good fit if you like
- steady mid-tempo worship experience
- uplifting melodies for reflection
- heartfelt lyrics that inspire faith
- group sing-alongs in gatherings
Maybe skip if you
- prefer fast-paced listening
- seek experimental soundscapes
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album solidified Tomlin's standing in contemporary Christian music.
- Themes
- communal worship· theological reflection· faithful commitment
- Career context
- Released on November 16, 2010, And If Our God Is for Us... marked Chris Tomlin's fifth studio album, following the commercially successful Hello Love from 2008. By this point in his career, Tomlin had solidified his role as a leading voice in contemporary Christian music, known for his powerful worship anthems and collaborations.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Matt Maher· David Crowder Band· Hillsong United
Tracklist
- 1 Our God Start here 4:45
- 2 I Will Follow 3:40
- 3 I Lift My Hands 4:38
- 4 Majesty of Heaven 4:44
- 5 No Chains on Me 3:51
- 6 Lovely 3:54
- 7 The Name of Jesus 4:16
- 8 All to Us 6:19
- 9 Faithful 4:45
- 10 Jesus My Redeemer 4:41
- 11 Awakening 5:22
If this landed
Records by other artists that run on the same instinct.
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