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Psalms to Songs Christian Music Song Contest Opens Submissions


Published: Jan 14, 2026 12:17 AM EST

The Psalms to Songs Christian Music Song Contest is now open, inviting worship leaders, songwriters, musicians, and lyricists from around the world to submit original faith-inspired music across a wide range of Christian genres. The contest is designed to discover and elevate new voices in Christian music while creating meaningful opportunities for mentorship, exposure, and artistic growth.

The contest is organized by Inspire More, a leading faith-positive media platform known for reaching millions of readers each month with uplifting stories, creative initiatives, and opportunities that celebrate hope, creativity, and purpose. Through Psalms to Songs, Inspire More extends its mission into the music space, providing a platform where Scripture-shaped songs and heartfelt worship can reach a global audience.

Partnering with Inspire More is American Songwriter, one of the most respected music publications in the industry. Winners of the contest will receive editorial coverage through American Songwriter, offering artists valuable visibility within both the Christian and mainstream songwriting communities.

"Psalms to Songs exists to encourage and champion faith-based writers wherever they are," organizers shared. "Whether a songwriter is crafting congregational worship, Gospel music, or lyrics drawn directly from Scripture, this contest creates space for those songs to be heard, developed, and celebrated."

Contest categories include Gospel, Contemporary Christian, Worship & Inspirational, Christian Rock, Christian Country, Christian Hip-Hop/Rap, Pop, and a Lyrics-Only category for writers who focus exclusively on text.

Prizes include:
$5,000 cash prize
Major label A&R mentorship
Feature articles on Inspire More and American Songwriter
• Professional industry exposure and additional prizes

The contest is open internationally, and all entrants retain full ownership of their work.

Songwriters and artists are encouraged to submit their entries now and take part in an initiative that blends faith, creativity, and opportunity.

Enter today: https://bit.ly/46NjxMB
Find out more and submit your song or lyrics now.