At Lake Hills, we believe worship is more than music—it’s a response to God’s greatness, guided by His Word, and shaped by the gospel.
So when we gather each Sunday, we sing hymns. And we sing new songs. Not by accident. Not by tradition. But on purpose—because we believe that worship should be biblical, beautiful, and unified.
In a world often divided by age, style, and personal preference, we want to be a church that sings together—young and old, loud and quiet, with joy and reverence. We want worship that bridges generations and builds up the whole body.
The Bible commands us to sing. Not just to listen. Not just to observe. But to participate—with heart and voice.
“Let the word of Christ dwell richly among you, in all wisdom teaching and admonishing one another through psalms, hymns, and spiritual songs, singing to God with gratitude in your hearts.”
— Colossians 3:16
We sing to remember God’s truth.
We sing to teach one another.
We sing to respond to grace.
That’s why the content of our songs matters so much. Our goal is never entertainment—it’s edification. We want to lift up Christ, saturate our minds with Scripture, and stir our hearts to faith and obedience.
Hymns aren’t just “old songs.” They are time-tested declarations of truth—often rich in doctrine, deep in theology, and overflowing with gospel hope.
Songs like:
“Rock of Ages”
“Come Thou Fount”
“It Is Well”
These hymns have served the church for generations. They connect us to a heritage of faith, remind us of timeless truth, and often give language to our deepest prayers and longings.
That’s why we still sing them. Not out of tradition alone, but out of truth.
At the same time, we believe the Spirit is still stirring the church to write new songs—songs that reflect biblical truth, cultural voice, and gospel clarity for today.
Songs like:
“O Lord, My Rock and My Redeemer”
“Living Hope”
“Worthy Is The Lamb”
These songs help a new generation worship in ways that feel authentic—without losing depth. When done well, new worship songs don’t replace hymns; they stand alongside them, carrying forward the same biblical conviction in fresh form.
As Psalm 96:1 says,
“Sing to the Lord a new song; sing to the Lord, all the earth.”
God’s greatness deserves fresh praise and faithful reverence.
Our worship services are intentionally blended. That means:
We sing older hymns that are saturated in Scripture and gospel truth.
We sing newer songs that are rich in theology and centered on Christ.
We elevate the Word of God throughout—so that our singing flows from Scripture and leads us back to it.
We believe this approach reflects the heart of the church described in Colossians 3:16—a church where the Word dwells richly, where people teach and encourage each other through song, and where gratitude fuels worship.
Our goal isn’t to please everyone. Our goal is to glorify God and build up His church.
Whether it’s with a centuries-old hymn or a new modern melody, worship is about lifting up the same unchanging God.
So if you’re more comfortable with hymns—don’t tune out when a new song plays. Lean in and listen for gospel truth.
And if you’re drawn to modern worship—don’t skip the hymn verses. Sing them with your whole heart.
Because when we sing together—young and old, new and familiar—we show the world something beautiful:
A united church. A timeless gospel. A worthy Savior.
