Worship Songwriting
Learn Biblical songwriting principles as well as structure, melody, harmony, and creative expression to craft worship songs that touch the heart of Jesus
Develop your worship songwriting skills with this online songwriting course, designed to help you write meaningful worship songs with strong lyrical impact, intentional structure, and authentic expression.
In This Course
Learn Songwriting Fundamentals
Understand structure, melody, harmony, lyrics, and the process of writing for worship.
Craft Songs from the Heart with Excellence
Develop songs rooted in biblical truth, and learn how to write the songs and sounds of heaven.
Grow in the Heart of Worship
Learn how to write for Jesus from a heart of worship, and how to partner with Him to discover and sing the songs of His heart.
Course Content
What You’ll Learn
Discover the foundational principles to know as you begin writing songs. Topics include inspiration and brainstorming, writing the lyrics and music, and rewriting.
Study common musical forms (such as verse, verse-chorus, and verse-chorus bridge) and discover how to use them in your own songs.
Learn how to write for Jesus from a heart of worship, and how to partner with Him to discover and sing the songs of His heart.
Recently revised and updated; 3 hours of content.
Course Content
Part 1: Foundations
Lesson 1 – Foundations of Worship Songwriting (12:22)
Lesson 2 – The Power of a Song (6:31)
Lesson 3 – Songs of the Bible (18:31)
Lesson 4 – Hearing the Sounds of Heaven (6:38)
Part 2: Application
Lesson 5 – The Art and Craft of Songwriting (8:16)
Lesson 6 – Song Form (11:26)
Lesson 7 – Thought Flow, Hook, and Rhyme (16:54)
Lesson 8 – Melody (15:50)
Lesson 9 – Harmony & Chords (18:53)
Lesson 10 – Rewriting (7:49)
Part 3: Bonus – Song Journeys
Lesson 11 – Song Journey #1: “In the Garden (I Will Love You)” (14:01)
Lesson 12 – Song Journey #2: “Behold the Lamb (Adoration)” (19:54)
Lesson 13 – Song Journey #3: “Adore” (15:49)
Option 1: Join the Worship Essentials Membership
Best Value – Full Access to All Courses
Get unlimited access to Worship Songwriting plus every other course inside Adoration Music Academy for just $25/month.
✔ Access to all worship piano courses (Beginner through Advanced)
✔ Structured path for long-term growth
✔ New content and updates included
✔ Cancel or pause anytime
Ideal if you want ongoing training for worship ministry skills beyond songwriting alone.
Option 2: Purchase Worship Songwriting
One-Time Payment – Lifetime Access
Prefer to focus only on this course? You can purchase Worship Songwriting individually for $99 and receive lifetime access.
✔ Comprehensive songwriting training
✔ Practical tools and creative frameworks
✔ 13 lessons; 3 hours of instruction
✔ Lifetime access – learn at your own pace
Perfect if you want focused songwriting skills without a subscription.
What Students Say
“Makayla helps us to refine our skills on the piano and most importantly, to make our entire lives worship and adoration to Jesus.” – Kimberly
“I found the songwriting course helpful especially in the areas of how to come up with good lyrics and how to write good harmonies. Makayla encourages her students to write music using their own unique style, yet she gives guidelines and examples of songs that have stood the test of time. Even if you aren’t sure if songwriting is for you, I recommend this class!” – Miranda
“I watched the introductory video on the heart of worship, and honestly felt close to tears. Because of you, hope has been stirred in my heart again. I thank God every week when I log into Adoration Music Academy and get to worship our good and faithful Lord.” – Keale
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is this course for?
This course is for worshipers, musicians, and creative individuals who want to learn how to write worship songs with purpose, structure, and meaning.
Do I need musical training to take this course?
Not necessarily. While basic music knowledge can help, this course is designed to guide you step-by-step through the songwriting process even if you’re new to songwriting.
What will I be able to do after completing this course?
You’ll be able to structure original worship songs, craft strong lyrics, develop melodies and chord progressions, and refine your ideas into full compositions.
Is this course online?
Yes — this is a fully self-paced online worship songwriting course, so you can learn anytime, anywhere.
What’s the difference between buying this course and joining the membership?
Buying gives lifetime access to the Worship Songwriting course only. The Worship Essentials Membership gives you access to all courses across worship piano, formation, songwriting, and more — ideal for ongoing growth and ministry training.