Throughout history, rivers have served as sources of nourishment, spiritual connection, and inspiration.
And it’s no surprise that many talented musicians throughout the ages have written beautiful songs inspired by these timeless waterways.
For believers, they are a reminder of God’s amplifying power in our lives—so jump right in with me as I present you with 12 of the best Christian songs about rivers!
1. Open Heaven (River Wild) by Hillsong Worship
Key Lyrics
Holy Spirit, rain, falling like a flood
Break upon my praise as I sing of Your love
Holy Spirit, fire, burn within my soul
As I call on Your Name
As I call on Your Name
2. Come to the River by Housefires
Key Lyrics
Come to the water, all who are thirsty
Come and drink
Come to the table, all who are hungry
Come and feast
Those who are weary, those who are needy
Come receive!
3. River by Planetshakers
Key Lyrics
So I lay me
Down in the rivers of Your presence
This is what I’ve been waiting for
Here is my heart surrendered, Lord
Let Your Spirit flood me
Wash over, saturate me
This is what I’ve been waiting for
Here is my heart surrendered, Lord
4. Make Me a River by Casting Crowns
Key Lyrics
Father, make me a river
Come living water
Flow through me
You are
The One that I thirst for
So come living water
Flow through me
5. The River by Brian Doerksen
Key Lyrics
To the river I am going
Bringing sins I cannot bear
Come and cleanse me, come forgive me
Lord I need to meet you there
In these waters, healing mercy
Flows with freedom from despair
I am going, to that river
Lord I need to meet you there
6. In the River by Jesus Culture
Key Lyrics
There is a river where goodness flows
There is a fountain that drowns sorrow
There is an ocean deeper than fear
The tide is rising, rising
There is a current stirring deep inside
It’s overflowing from the heart of God
The flood of heaven crashing over us
The tide is rising, rising
7. To The River I Am Going by Brian Doerksen
Key Lyrics
To the river I am going
Bringing sins I cannot bear
Come and cleanse me, come forgive me
Lord I need to meet you there
8. Shall We Gather at the River by Lifebreakthrough
Key Lyrics
Shall we gather at the river,
Where bright angel feet have trod;
With its crystal tide forever
Flowing by the throne of God?
9. River of Mercy by Chase Wagner and Grace City
Key Lyrics
There is a river, a river of mercy
It flows to the broken, the lost and the hurting
Come to the river, the river of mercy
And be clean
10. The River Is Here by Andy Park
Key Lyrics
The river of God sets our feet a-dancing
The river of God fills our hearts with cheer
The river of God fills our mouths with laughter
And we rejoice for the river is here
11. Wild River by Phil Wickham
Key Lyrics
There is a fountain that never runs dry
Forever flows with water of life
You never stop moving
You never stop moving
Where Your river runs, everything lives
Where Your river goes will never thirst again
You never stop moving
You never stop moving
12. Peace Like a River by Listener Kids
Key Lyrics
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river
In my soul
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river
I’ve got peace like a river
In my soul
Wrapping Up
So, there you have it – 12 of the best Christian songs about rivers. Whether we’re stirred by their majestic beauty or called to deepen our relationship with God, these powerful tunes will bring us closer to the water’s edge and remind us just how big and beautiful He is! Thanks for joining me on this inspiring journey. Until next time, keep your eyes open for all the ways God is moving in your life!
May you experience His presence as a river that never runs dry. Amen!
