25 Hymns of Triumph and Praise
Throughout Scripture, praise often follows victory. When God delivers, His people sing. From the Song of Moses on the far side of the Red Sea to the hallelujahs of Revelation, triumph is not quiet. It is declared. Hymns of triumph and praise remind the church that God reigns, Christ has conquered, and the final victory is sure.
Below is a carefully curated digest list of 25 hymns centered on triumph, victory, kingship, and joyful praise. These are well suited for resurrection services, revival meetings, mission Sundays, national days of prayer, and any gathering where the church needs to lift its eyes above circumstance.
1. Crown Him with Many Crowns
A majestic hymn proclaiming Christ’s victory and royal authority over all creation.
2. All Hail the Power of Jesus’ Name
A declaration of Christ’s supremacy and the triumph of His name among heaven and earth.
3. To God Be the Glory
A hymn of exuberant praise celebrating God’s mighty works and saving power.
4. Praise to the Lord, the Almighty
A call for the whole creation to join in triumphant praise to God the King.
5. Rejoice, the Lord Is King
A joyful hymn that celebrates Christ’s reign and the certainty of His victory.
6. A Mighty Fortress Is Our God
A battle hymn of confidence in God’s victorious protection and faithfulness.
7. Thine Is the Glory
A resurrection hymn that proclaims Christ’s triumph over death and the grave.
8. Victory in Jesus
A testimony hymn celebrating salvation and triumph through Christ’s sacrifice.
9. The Solid Rock
A hymn of confidence and assurance rooted in Christ’s unshakable victory.
10. Onward, Christian Soldiers
A hymn of spiritual triumph emphasizing perseverance and unity under Christ.
11. Stand Up, Stand Up for Jesus
A call to courageous faith rooted in Christ’s victorious strength.
12. Jesus Shall Reign Where’er the Sun
A hymn celebrating the global and eternal triumph of Christ’s kingdom.
13. Lift High the Cross
A triumphant proclamation of the cross as the instrument of victory.
14. Hail, Thou Once Despised Jesus
A powerful hymn celebrating Christ’s vindication and victorious exaltation.
15. Glorious Things of Thee Are Spoken
A hymn of praise for God’s triumphant work among His redeemed people.
16. O for a Thousand Tongues to Sing
A joyful explosion of praise for the victorious grace of Christ.
17. Come, Thou Almighty King
A hymn of triumphant worship inviting God’s reigning presence.
18. Christ the Lord Is Risen Today
A classic Easter hymn proclaiming resurrection victory and joy.
19. How Great Thou Art
A hymn of awe-filled praise celebrating God’s power and victorious majesty.
20. Guide Me, O Thou Great Jehovah
A triumphant pilgrimage hymn celebrating God’s victorious leading.
21. When the Trumpet of the Lord Shall Sound
A hymn of final triumph, resurrection, and eternal victory.
22. We’re Marching to Zion
A joyful hymn expressing triumphant movement toward God’s promised victory.
23. Mine Eyes Have Seen the Glory
A hymn proclaiming God’s triumphant judgment and redemptive purpose.
24. Praise the King of Heaven
A hymn that lifts praise for God’s victorious mercy and eternal reign.
25. Hallelujah Chorus (from Messiah)
Though often performed rather than congregationally sung, it remains one of the most powerful musical declarations of Christ’s triumph and reign.
These hymns teach the church to praise before circumstances change, because God has already acted decisively in Christ. They anchor joy not in outcomes, but in promises.
“Thanks be to God, which giveth us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 15:57, KJV).
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