When a hymn has been sung for 352 years, it takes a certain kind of reverence—and boldness—to add to it. Worship leaders Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe Carnes have done exactly that, releasing their first collaborative single in years with “Doxology (All Praise).” The track, out today, expands Thomas Ken’s original 1674 Doxology by adding six entirely new verses, transforming a centuries-old staple into a fresh declaration for modern congregations.
Worship leaders and songwriters Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe Carnes released their new song, “Doxology (All Praise)
“It is such an honor to build on its rich history & we hope these six new verses that tell the story of who God is & what He has done would help believers worship God in all different moments of life.”— Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe Carnes
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NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, November 13, 2026 /EINPresswire.com/ — The husband-and-wife duo, both acclaimed worship leaders and songwriters, have released “Doxology (All Praise),” their first new song together in several years. The single breathes new life into one of Christian music’s most recognizable hymns by weaving six original verses into the familiar framework. Listen to “Doxology (All Praise)” here.
Originally penned in 1674 by Thomas Ken, the Doxology has been sung by generations of believers across the globe and remains a cornerstone of Christian worship. For their version, Cody and Kari built on that foundation by adding six new verses that trace a biblical arc: Creation, the Cross, the Resurrection, the Holy Spirit, Christ’s Return, and Revelation. The result is a sweeping declaration that connects the church’s deep historical roots to a contemporary sound.
“It’s said that Thomas Ken wrote Doxology to help people offer worship to God beyond formal chapel services and into their personal lives,” Cody and Kari shared. “Our prayer for this version would be the same. It is such an honor to build on its rich history and we hope these six new verses that tell the story of who God is and what He has done would help believers worship God in all different moments of life. We are so stirred by the ways we see God moving powerfully across the Earth right now and pouring out His Spirit on all generations.”
The single’s artwork features Agnus Dei, Cordero Místico (circa late 18th century) by renowned Puerto Rican painter José Campeche y Jordán, a deliberate choice that ties the song’s historic Christian imagery to its timeless message.
Over the course of their careers, Cody and Kari have helped define the sound of modern worship, giving the global church songs that have become prayers and declarations of faith. Their most famous collaboration, “The Blessing,” has resonated with congregations worldwide and recently earned them a 2026 GMA Dove Award for Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year, alongside world-renowned tenor Andrea Bocelli.
While both artists have continued solo projects and special collaborations, “Doxology (All Praise)” marks a significant reunion on a new original track—one rooted in the church’s enduring worship tradition. The duo has hinted at more new music in the coming year, encouraging fans to follow their social channels for updates.
ABOUT CODY CARNES & KARI JOBE CARNES: Cody and Kari are husband and wife worship leaders passionate about leading people into God’s presence—a calling that propels them in life, unites them in marriage, and is unmistakably felt through their music. Their ministry is a reflection of what they hold most dear: knowing Jesus and helping others know Him too. They aim to exemplify worship as an all-encompassing journey, woven into the fabric of everyday life rather than confined to Sunday mornings or conference platforms. Now based in Nashville, Tennessee, they travel globally to help people encounter God through their collaborative music and ministry while serving their local community and raising their two boys, Canyon and Kingston.
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Cody Carnes, Kari Jobe Carnes – Doxology (All Praise) (Official Lyric Video)
Why it matters: By expanding a 352-year-old hymn with six new verses, Cody Carnes and Kari Jobe Carnes are bridging the gap between historic liturgical tradition and contemporary worship, offering a model for how the church can honor its past while speaking to the present. The move also underscores the enduring cultural and spiritual power of the Doxology itself—a song that has outlasted centuries and continues to be reimagined for new generations.
