Essential 2010s contemporary Christian music

The best Contemporary Christian Music albums of the 2010s.

Where to start with 2010–2019 contemporary Christian music — with a one-line read on why each one matters.

Top of the 2010s — contemporary Christian music

Top picks from 2010–2019, ranked by where we would start.

MercyMe, It's Christmas!

MercyMe

MercyMe, It's Christmas!

A contemporary blend of festive cheer and heartfelt devotion, merging classic melodies with modern arrangements.

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The Worship Sessions

MercyMe

The Worship Sessions

A heartfelt collection of worship anthems blending soaring melodies with reflective lyrics designed to uplift and inspire communal faith.

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Zion

Hillsong United

Zion

This album captures the essence of Hillsong United's approach with its dynamic arrangements and themes of hope. It lays a strong foundation for understanding what makes their music resonate widely across various audiences.

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The White Album

Hillsong United

The White Album

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Come to the Well

Casting Crowns

Come to the Well

Uplifting melodies intertwine with earnest lyrics, creating an inviting atmosphere for reflection and spiritual connection.

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A Live Worship Experience

Casting Crowns

A Live Worship Experience

A heartfelt collection of worship anthems, blending emotive vocals with soaring melodies and a communal spirit.

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Love Riot

Newsboys

Love Riot

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Hallelujah for the Cross

Newsboys

Hallelujah for the Cross

A heartfelt collection of hymns reimagined with contemporary arrangements, blending reverence with modern worship aesthetics.

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Worship and Believe

Steven Curtis Chapman

Worship and Believe

A vibrant tapestry of live worship, blending heartfelt lyrics with dynamic instrumentation and an engaging communal spirit.

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The Glorious Unfolding

Steven Curtis Chapman

The Glorious Unfolding

A heartfelt blend of contemporary Christian melodies infused with uplifting lyrics that explore faith and perseverance.

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Hillsong Global Project: Español

Marcos Witt

Hillsong Global Project: Español

Uplifting worship anthems are infused with vibrant Latin rhythms and heartfelt melodies that resonate deeply in Spanish-speaking congregations.

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The Edge of the Divine

Sandi Patty

The Edge of the Divine

Uplifting melodies intertwine with powerful vocals, delivering messages of faith and resilience against a backdrop of contemporary Christian instrumentation.

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Wonder

Michael W. Smith

Wonder

A blend of heartfelt pop melodies and uplifting contemporary Christian themes infused with rich instrumentation.

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Glory

Michael W. Smith

Glory

A sweeping orchestration of worshipful melodies meets contemplative lyrics, creating an uplifting experience of faith and reflection.

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Exhale

Plumb

Exhale

A tapestry of uplifting melodies and heartfelt lyrics woven into a contemporary Christian soundscape with electronic and pop influences.

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Need You Now

Plumb

Need You Now

A lush blend of electronic pop and soft rock, infused with heartfelt lyrics and anthemic choruses.

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Somewhere Down the Road

Amy Grant

Somewhere Down the Road

A reflective journey through faith and personal growth with rich melodies and heartfelt lyrics that resonate deeply.

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How Mercy Looks from Here

Amy Grant

How Mercy Looks from Here

A heartfelt blend of contemporary Christian melodies and reflective pop, underscored by themes of faith and resilience.

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The Living Room Sessions

B. J. Thomas

The Living Room Sessions

A heartfelt collection of nostalgic ballads wrapped in warm acoustic arrangements and B. J. Thomas's signature emotive vocals.

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Christmas: God with Us

Jeremy Camp

Christmas: God with Us

Uplifting arrangements blend traditional carols with contemporary Christian sensibilities, creating a warm and inviting holiday atmosphere.

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I Will Follow

Jeremy Camp

I Will Follow

Uplifting melodies intertwine with heartfelt lyrics, creating a sound that inspires and uplifts the spirit through contemporary Christian themes.

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Sé Quién Eres Tú

Planetshakers

Sé Quién Eres Tú

Energetic worship anthems blend with heartfelt ballads, creating a vibrant atmosphere of faith and celebration.

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Heal Our Land

Planetshakers

Heal Our Land

Lush musical landscapes intertwine with heartfelt worship, creating an atmosphere of spiritual revival and communal joy.

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Live Forever

Matthew West

Live Forever

Uplifting melodies blend with heartfelt lyrics, creating anthems of faith and hope that resonate across contemporary Christian music.

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