As Christian music continues to make waves on streaming platforms worldwide, worship songs - both classic anthems and fresh releases - are resonating deeply with listeners this January 2026. From powerful modern worship anthems to stirring lyric‑driven praise songs, here's a look at 10 worship tracks that are dominating online streams, playlists, and church rotation charts so far this year.
1. "Holy Forever" - Chris Tomlin & Friends
Still one of the most streamed worship songs on Christian platforms and charts, Holy Forever remains a staple in corporate and personal worship playlists. Data from CCLI shows it holding a top spot in 2026 church usage rankings.
2. "I Know a Name" - Elevation Worship (feat. Chris Brown & Brandon Lake)
A powerful worship anthem that continues to gain traction across streaming services and church worship sets, this collaboration has been one of the most talked‑about songs in the first month of the year.
3. "Trust in God" - Elevation Worship & Chris Brown
With themes of steadfast faith, this song has been frequently added to playlists and saw notable increases in play counts as churches rang in the new year with it.
4. "Demons" - Josiah Queen
Released mid‑January, Demons has quickly become a standout track on Christian streaming charts, blending personal testimony with spiritual triumph. Its early streaming performance reflects significant listener interest this month.
5. "What An Awesome God" - Various Worship Artists
Included in several worship song lists tracking the year's most popular tracks, this song continues to draw consistent streaming numbers into late January.
6. "Jesus Be the Name" - Elevation Worship
Another crowd favorite that continues to perform strongly on worship rotation charts and YouTube playlist metrics.
7. "Goodness of God" - Worship Collection Favorites
A beloved worship anthem that sees high repeat listening on user‑generated best worship songs playlists across streaming services.
8. "Washed" - Elevation Rhythm
This track's soulful blend of worship and modern rhythm has helped push it into top worship song rotation this month.
9. "My Tribute / Bless His Holy Name" - Brooke Voland / Worship Arrangements
Frequently featured on curated worship lists and church set lists this January, this medley's continued popularity is reflected in its streaming presence and charting placement.
10. "Who Else (Live)" - Gateway Worship / Abbie Gamboa
A live worship favorite gaining increased attention in early 2026, this song combines powerful lyrics with energetic praise that has fueled consistent streaming growth.
Christian worship music saw continued streaming growth in 2025 as part of a broader surge in faith‑based listening - with Christian/gospel genres achieving double‑digit percentage increases in year‑over‑year streams.
Moreover, many of these tracks are staples in online playlists, church worship services, and curated "Top Worship" collections across major platforms like Spotify, Apple Music, and YouTube, helping sustain their momentum into January 2026.
