Top 10 All-Time American Idol Contestants with Christian Roots

Many American Idols contestants during the first eight seasons come from Christian roots. With a belief in Jesus Christ and a voice gifted from above, these 10 singers took the stage of American Idol. Season eight has brought us more singers with Christian roots with Danny Gokey and Kris Allen both making into the top 3.

Here is a list of the top 10 Best American Idol singers with Christian roots.

1. Carrie Underwood

Carrie Underwood was the season 4 winner of American Idol and has arguably been one of the top success stories after the show. Underwood has seen the majority of her best success come from Country music but your Christian faith has shone through in her lyrics. Her song " Jesus take the wheel" in 2006 won several awards and was given the Grammy for country song of the year. American Idol hit on a star in season 4 with this Christian raised star.

2. Jordin Sparks

American Idol Season 6 winner had toured as a background singer with Michael W. Smith prior to her winning performance on the show. Jordin was the best on the show in 2007 and her Christian faith has stayed with her after the show. She has often talked about her Christian beliefs in interviews and is careful to have lyrics that support her belief system.

3. Chris Daughtry

In Season 5 of American Idol Chris Daughtry took 4th place. He is a rock singer with Christian roots. Daughtry belonged to a Christian band called absent element prior to his stint on idol. His lyrics represent his belief in Jesus and the Bible in his songs.

4. Mandisa

Mandisa took 9th place in Season 5. Her Christian roots remain strong and she has gone on to release two gospel albums along with two Christmas albums sine her stint on American Idol. She has proven with her success since the show that she is one of the top American Idol contestants with a Christian background.

5. Danny Gokey

American had fallen for Danny Gokey in the 8th season of American Idol. He finished in 3rd place during his season on the show. Danny's Christian beliefs and faith shines through his singing and interviews. Gokey was the praise and worship leader for Faith Builders International Ministries before the show.

Best of the rest American Idols top 10 best singers with Christian roots:

6. Chris Sligh- Former Youth Pastor
7. Phil Stacy
8. Fantasia
9. Kris Allen
10. Melinda Doolittle

American Idol singers with a Christian background or faith are numerous. This list is the top 10 performers or contestants on American Idol with Christian roots.