Praise and worship music has always been more than just a sound—it’s been the soul of the African American experience. From the spirituals sung in the fields to the powerful gospel choirs that fill our churches today, this music tells our story. It’s the rhythm of resilience, the language of hope, and the heartbeat of a people who found freedom in their faith.

What began as songs of survival became songs of celebration. As generations evolved, so did the sound; shifting from hymns and traditional gospel to contemporary worship that blends R&B, soul, and even hip-hop influences. Yet the message remains the same: God is worthy of praise.

Every clap, every harmony, every cry of “Hallelujah” carries the legacy of those who came before us. This is more than music—it’s ministry, movement, and memory all wrapped in worship.

Each month, I’ll be sharing a new song(s) of praise and worship; handpicked to uplift your spirit, strengthen your faith, and remind us of God’s presence in every season. 

Come back each month for a fresh dose of inspiration, reflection, and worship. You might just find your new favorite praise anthem.

Bless Me (Prayer of Jabez)

Song by Donald Lawrence and The Tri-City Singers

Bless me, bless me

Oh Lord, bless me indeed

Enlarge my territory

Oh Lord, bless me indeed

(I pray for increase)

Bless me indeed

(I pray for increase)

Increase, increase

Oh Lord, bless me indeed

Enlarge my territory

Oh Lord, bless me indeed

(I pray for increase)

Bless me indeed

Chorus- Keep Your hand upon me

That no evil cannot harm me

Sunshine and rain, sickness and pain

God, I humbly come to You

Enlarge my territory x2

Oh Lord, bless me indeed

(I pray for increase)

Bless me indeed

Chorus

God, I humbly come to You

Enlarge my territory x 8

Oh Lord, bless me indeed

(I pray for increase)

Bless me indeed

(I pray for increase)

I pray for increase

Chorus

God, I humbly come to You

Oh, enlarge my territory

Enlarge my territory x 2

Oh Lord, I pray for increase

Enlarge my territory x 3

Source: LyricFind

Songwriters: Andrae Edward Crouch / Donald L. Lawrence

Bless Me (Prayer of Jabez) lyrics © Capitol CMG Publishing, Sony/ATV Music Publishing LLC