Sanctus Real and Chris Tomlin hold onto the top spots this week while Dave Barnes brings in new music.
The official Top Christian Hits Chart is compiled by your Guide by checking and averaging Christian charts and top play lists from all over the U.S. such as Billboard, Cashbox and Air 1 and finding the most popular songs.
1. "Lead Me" - Sanctus Real
Sparrow Records
In week #9, "Lead Me" comes from Pieces of a Real Heart. Written by Matt in response to his wife's plea that he become a stronger spiritual leader of their household, this song is powerful stuff.
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2. "Our God" - Chris Tomlin
Sparrow Records/sixstepsrecords
One of Chris Tomlin's many contributions on Passion: Awakening, "Our God" could easily become one of the anthems for the 2010 church.
3. "Get Back Up" - tobyMac
Forefront
In its 23rd week, the second single to hit the Top 10 from tobyMac's Tonight is "Get Back Up." My personal favorite track on the release, this tune epitomizes the fact that as sinners, we will fall, so the question isn't will we fall or will we walk without stumbling. The question is "What will you do after you fall?" The answer should always be "Get Back Up."
4. "Born Again" - Newsboys
Inpop Records
The title track from the new release Born Again, which hit stores on July 13th, first came to us in late March. The first original Newsboys song with Michael Tait on the mic lets us know that this band still has plenty to say and a great way to say it!
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5. "All of Creation" - MercyMe
INO Records
"All of Creation" comes from the new The Generous Mr. Lovewell, which hit stores on May 4th. This powerful worship song is gaining amazing momentum at radio and will porbably be another MercyMe classic.
6. "If We've Ever Needed You" - Casting Crowns
Beach Street Records
"If We've Ever Needed You," which hit the chart seven weeks ago, is the second single release from Until The Whole World Hears. Musically, this is the same Casting Crowns we've come to know and love. Lyrically it is too --- and that is the saving grace here for me.
7. "Beautiful Beautiful" - Francesca Battistelli
Fervent Records
"Beautiful Beautiful," in week #6, comes from Franny Battistelli's debut release. Her unique vocals soar over a minor key, making this ballad a powerful winner.
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8. "Healing Begins" - Tenth Avenue North
Reunion Records
In its 11th week, the very personal "Healing Begins" reminds us to confess our sins because we can't be our own Savior.
9. "Hold Us Together" - Matt Maher
Essential Records
In week #6, Matt Maher's "Hold Us Together" is a song asking God to help us keep it in the road. No, he may not give us everything that we think we want, but what is important, his love, is always there.
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10. "God Gave Me You" - Dave Barnes
Razor & Tie
Debuting this week, "God Gave Me You" comes from What We Want, What We Get. Dave nails it and this song, a thank you to his wife for being a gift from God, is a perfect introduction to the masses. This guy is one of my new favorites and after a listen, he'll be one of your faves too.
