From the story of the Good Samaritan to the abundant teachings of forgiveness, the concepts of attaining unity, peace and companionship with both your fellow man and God play central roles in Christianity.
Our playlist collects some of the best contemporary pop songs about Christian unity, each holding a powerful message about the importance of harmony, trust and togetherness, whether you’re seeking to bathe in the empowering energy of a congregation, or are searching for soul-nourishing communion with divinity.
Songs About Christian Unity
1. Chris Tomlin ft. Russell Dickerson – Together
Chris Tomlin & Russell Dickerson’s 2020 country-pop collab, Together, focuses on the unity of Man and God by accepting God as an omnipresent force, “Every day, through the night, you’re everywhere I go, every step, You are there in the valley of the shadow.”
Together recognises the strength granted to Man by the divine, whether you perceive the song as a being a personal prayer in time of trouble, or as a celebration of a community brought together in strength through faith;
“I know I never walk alone, not even for a minute, whatever I’m in, I know that we’re in it together, together, your mighty hands are holding me, together, you’re the God who never leaves.”
Chris & Russell’s sun-scattered track is an anthem for anyone wishing for the light to overcome their bleakest days whilst finding their peace in belief.
2. Catch The Fire Music ft. Naomi Raine – Make Us One
This soulful live performance of Make Us One by Catch The Fire Music and Naomi Raine centres its message of communion and unity within a cinematic gospel soundscape.
Make Us One captures the meditative nature of prayer profoundly well, each set of empowering lyrics cycling over like a Christian mantra whilst inviting God into your presence, “Let Your fire that unites us, let Your fire that ignites us, by Your Spirit, come and make us one.”
CTFM & Naomi Raine’s mesmerising energy is amplified exponentially by the congregation of this live rendition, their conjured energy swelling with a breathtaking sense of power, affirming the soul-nourishing themes of togetherness threaded throughout the lyrics.
3. Babbie Mason – Unity
Babbie Mason’s vintage gospel track, Unity, resounds with the empowering, soulful energy of an Aretha Franklin hit, her retro sound remaining ever-inspiring to believers and atheists alike.
While Mason’s lyrics carry an array of direct Christian references such as ‘the Heavenly Father,’ her message of unity transcends its religious backdrop entirely, becoming a message of solidarity and compassion across all mankind;
“How pleasant it is to dwell in harmony, but how can we walk together unless we agree … We need unity, unity, let’s walk together in unity … Spread love, spread it one to another, all around the world, to every sister and brother, yeah, unity.”
4. Mike Donehey – Unity Hymn
Mike Donehey’s ambient pop release, Unity Hymn, crafts a prayer around the lines, “Your love unites us, Lord, oh what can separate us from your love,” seeking the guidance of God whilst finding peace in His presence.
This track suggests having strayed from the truth in the past, shaping a song for those returning to their religion in search of forgiveness and togetherness with God once more;
“Christ, come have mercy on us, come and mend what we separate, we are divided over things that are not Your heart, Spirit come show us the way.”
5. New Wine – Unity In The Spirit
New Wine’s live recording of Unity In The Spirit puts a stunning dark twist on the otherwise light-hearted Christian concept.
Taking an unexpected heavy metal approach, New Wine pad their distortions with brass bands and symphonic Gothic-inspired elements, summoning divine levels of power through both harmony and prayer-like lyrics.
Unity In The Spirit is a true gospel song at heart, simply arranged using an unexpected mix of ominous instrumentation.
Unity In The Spirit is about finding equilibrium with the Holy Spirit whilst recognising the power of the one true God. New Wine hide their most significant message at the tail end of their track, offering themselves wholly to their creator;
“We are one with the Spirit and one with the heart of God, all the nations of the Earth, united we become one. Holy Spirit I know that you’re flowing in me, from the Heavens, your voice makes manifest through me, use me, here I am.”
6. Johnathan & Emily Martin – Two Becoming One
Husband & wife pop duo, Johnathan and Emily Martin, give a unique perspective to the concept of Christian unity, centring their track around modern marriages maintaining traditional values under the eyes of God.
Whilst Two Becoming One is overwhelmingly dedicated to the partner you’re destined to spend your life with, the Martins cleverly keep God as a focal-point of their piece through their chorus lyrics, “We are two becoming one, may what He’s joined be not undone, may our love put Christ on display.”
Two Becoming One is a dream love song for engaged couples and newlyweds choosing to honour the traditional, religious sentiments of marriage, its lyrics composed like vows between both partners and God;
“Here’s my hand, it’s yours to hold, I give myself to you … Here’s my life, I lay it down, I give up myself for you … We are two becoming one.”
7. Deitrick Haddon – U.N.I.T.Y.
Deitrick Haddon’s 2004 release, U.N.I.T.Y disguises its lyrical Christian themes beneath its spellbinding jazz harmony.
Haddon masterfully combines the searing influences of Stevie Wonder and Michael Jackson to craft a fresh and feel-good track about togetherness, each quirky R&B/disco flair sounding with instant addictivity.
U.N.I.T.Y.’s message isn’t subdued in the slightest by its simplicity, rather ensuring a timeless and ever-relevant hit celebrating the importance of building bridges and treating others with humbleness;
“It’s time that we all understand, we can’t live without each other’s helping hands, set our differences aside and become one, and love would overcome what hate had done … There’s no love, there’s no hope, there’s no peace without unity.”