Harmonizing Faith and Love: 20 Christian Wedding Songs for Your Ceremony

As Christians, weddings are a covenant of love, a celebration of faith, and a holy union of two souls joined in Christ forever.

For that reason, the kind of music for this occasion plays a significant role in exemplifying who you and your partner are as a couple. And what better choice of music that further honors your faith than Christian wedding songs?

Christian wedding songs, with their soulful melodies and heartfelt lyrics, convey the message of the power of love, prayers, and faith. These songs will create a memorable and faith-filled atmosphere for you and your guests on your wedding day.

In this article, we will provide an ultimate playlist of 20 unique Christian wedding songs that will inspire and uplift your faith on your special day.

Best Christian Wedding Songs

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Here are the best Christian wedding songs composed of classic hymns and contemporary worship songs.

1. “Perfect Union” by Matthew Ward

Love Lyrics: “There’s a love that lasts a lifetime, A love between man and wife, A love so strong it goes beyond our reason, It flows from God above”

This song, with its gentle melody, speaks of the love a man has for his wife that is so strong and flows directly from God. That perfectly describes loving your spouse just as Christ loves the church. 

2. “I Promise” by CeCe Winans

Love Lyrics: “I will love you faithfully, Forever unconditionally, And my love, I promise”

This song’s lyrics talk about the vow newlyweds make to love and stand by each other in happiness and difficulties of life, making it a great piece to play during the exchange of vows and first dance.

3. “Till I Found You” by Phil Wickham

Love Lyrics: “, Oh, I never knew anything lasts forever ’til I found You, ‘Til I, ’til I found You”

This charismatic ballad speaks about the love and gratitude couples feel when they find their life partners. It is a song that can evoke strong feelings, making it an excellent song choice for the first dance, procession, and during the recession.

4. “God Gave Me You” by Dave Barnes

Love Lyrics: “God gave me you for the ups and downs, God gave me you for the days of doubt”

The title of the song itself indicates that the joining of two souls is part of God’s plan. Its touching lyrics reflect the Christian belief of appreciating God and that the person they married is a blessing from Him.

5. “Love Theory” by Kirk Franklin

Love Lyrics: “No greater love makes my heart beat, All I wanna do is make you proud of me”

The lyrics of the song speak of the power of unity and faith. It acknowledges that through faith and love, newlyweds can overcome life’s difficulties and build a lasting marriage.

6. “I Will Be Here” by Steven Curtis Chapman

Love Lyrics: “I will be here and you can cry on my shoulder”

This powerful ballad captures the essence of devotion and undying love for your partner despite the ups and downs of life.

7. “How Great Thou Art” by Carrie Underwood

Love Lyrics: “Then sings my soul, my Savior God to Thee, How great Thou art, how great Thou art”

This is an inspiring song for Christian weddings as it serves as a reminder for newlyweds of the supremacy of the love they share as it flows from God. 

8. “God Is In This Story” by Katy Nichole, Big Daddy Weave

Love Lyrics: “I will trust in Jesus, Always in the highs and lows, The One who goes before me, God is in this story”

This beautiful duet tells of God’s involvement in the love story of you and your partner. And that no matter the challenges, He’s in there for you.

9. “Answered Prayer” by Bob Carlisle and Lisa Bevill 

Love Lyrics: “It’s times like these I thank the Lord for the life that we share, And every day I spend with you is another answered prayer”

The song speaks about how finding the love of your life feels like answered prayers from God.

10. “Lost Without You,” by BeBe & CeCe Winans

Love Lyrics: “Ever since that day, I asked you into my heart, My world has changed”

The song’s lyrics capture the essence of sincerity and true love between two people, the kind of love celebrated in Christian marriages.

11. “The Prayer” by Andrea Bocelli and Celine Dion

Love Lyrics: “Let this be our prayer, As we go our way, Lead us to a place, Guide us with your grace, To a place where we’ll be safe”

This breathtaking duet is a phenomenal choice for any Christian wedding, as it offers a moment of gratitude and reflection of God’s guidance and grace in your life.

12. “Love Never Fails” by Brandon Heath

Love Lyrics: “Love will sustain, Love will provide, Love will not cease, At the end of time”

The heartfelt lyrics of this song center on undying love, one rooted in faith and has the power to overcome tragedies and endure in all circumstances, making it a perfect piece for couples who wish to express their love and devotion on their wedding day.

13. “Pretty Beautiful” by Danny Gokey

Love Lyrics: “Like a mist in the morning, or the midnight rain, You’re the love that I want, I want falling down on me”

This song carries an uplifting and positive message of love as a source of inspiration and happiness. It also serves as a tribute to brides for their inner beauty.

14. “Angel” by Casting Crowns

Love Lyrics: “Maybe I’m a fool, but I’m still falling, Asking heaven above me, For an angel to love me, The rest of my life”

This tender ballad’s key message is on guardian angels. It serves as a reminder to you and your partner of the divine support God has given you guys as you start a new chapter of your lives.

15. “Two Becoming One” by Jonathan and Emily Martin

Love Lyrics: “We are two becoming one, May what he’s joined be not undone, May our love put Christ on display”

The song speaks about becoming one with your partner through marriage and their love as deep and true as the love God has for them.

16. “Love Me Like I Am” by For KING & COUNTRY 

Love Lyrics: “It’s amazing that You can, Love me like I am, And even when I can’t, You still love me as I am”

This beautiful song with meaningful lyrics is a spiritual reminder of how God loves you and your partner just the way you guys are despite your flaws.

17. “Godsend” by DC Talk

Love Lyrics: “You’re a Godsend, A blessing from above, You’ve been God-sent to me”

This song centers on gratitude, love, and divine blessings. Using this song for your first dance, express your appreciation to God for blessing you with your partner.

18. “Love Will Be Our Home” by Sandi Patty

Love Lyrics: “Where there are words of kindness spoken, Where a vow is never broken, We can live together there, Love will be our home”

The song’s lyrics reflect the Christian belief that love is the greatest and central idea of marriage and should exist in the home of Christian couples.

19. “Love Is a River,” by Lifebreakthrough

Love Lyrics: “Endlessly faithful and devoted, Gentle and tenderly caring/Heart and soul, we belong together”

This inspirational song conveys a message of a love that transcends difficulties and brings joy and happiness.

20. “Household of Faith” by Steve and Marijean Green

Love Lyrics: “As one in Him we’ll grow and the whole world will know, We are a household of faith”

This song is great for Christian couples who want to honor God for giving them the strength to build a household of faith that will get through all life’s challenges as they start a new family.

Final Thoughts

In the holy union of Christian marriage, Christian wedding songs serve as melodies of love, faith, and devotion that create an aura that honors the spiritual core of the union. These songs also tell you that your ability to love your partner is a beautiful gift from God, as God Himself is love. 

As explored in this article, many songs will suit your every style and taste. So endeavor to make your picks, and as you do that, may these songs guide you as you begin your sacred journey.

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