Faith + Hope + Love
Hillsong Worship · 2009
75 min · 13 tracks · Christian rock
Uplifting melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a powerful sonic experience that inspires worship and reflection.
Top tracks — play these first
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The First and the Last Start here — establishes the sonic palette early
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Yahweh — This track features a driving rhythm and powerful vocals that encapsulate themes of reverence and intimacy with God, making it a staple in worship settings.
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You Hold Me Now — With its poignant lyrics and emotional delivery, this song beautifully expresses themes of comfort and divine presence, resonating deeply with listeners seeking solace.
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I Will Exalt You — This anthem combines soaring melodies with affirmations of faith, serving as a declaration of devotion that has made it a favorite among congregations.
Elevation
Our rating, out of 100 — and why.
AI-generated from five scored dimensions. An opinion, not a measurement.
The album effectively combines worshipful lyrics with engaging melodies, making it a significant entry in contemporary Christian music.
What we noticed
- The album features a consistent use of anthemic choruses that invite congregational participation, particularly in tracks like 'I Will Exalt You' and 'We the Redeemed'.
- Composition 25% of the score
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7/10
- Craft 20% of the score
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6/10
- Durability 25% of the score
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6/10
- Distinctiveness 18% of the score
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7/10
- Sequencing 12% of the score
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8/10
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
- uplifting anthems for worship
- extended tracks for reflection
- communal singing and participation
- soaring melodies that inspire
- spiritual connection through music
Maybe skip if you
- seeking quick, standalone tracks
- prefer upbeat, fast-paced energy
Where this album fits
- In the catalog
- Breakthrough — This album significantly impacted contemporary worship and debuted at number one on charts.
- Career context
- By the release of Faith + Hope + Love in 2009, Hillsong Worship had established itself as a leading force in contemporary Christian music. This album followed their successful release of This Is Our God in 2008, further solidifying their influence on worship music globally and showcasing their evolving sound through rich production and collaborative songwriting.
- Stylistic neighbors
- Bethel Music· Elevation Worship· Passion
Tracklist
- 1 The First and the Last Start here 5:01
- 2 For Your Name 3:55
- 3 Glow 4:57
- 4 It's Your Love 8:32
- 5 I Will Exalt You 7:42
- 6 Yahweh 7:17
- 7 No Reason to Hide 3:43
- 8 God One and Only 3:30
- 9 The Wonder of Your Love 4:58
- 10 His Glory Appears 3:19
- 11 We the Redeemed 7:31
- 12 We Will See Him 6:41
- 13 You Hold Me Now 8:16
What to play next
A Beautiful Exchange
2010
Continues the uplifting worship themes with rich melodies and heartfelt lyrics.
This Is Our God
2008
Sets the stage with similar energy and worshipful spirit leading into Faith + Hope + Love.
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