Musical style in the church

In considering the topic of appropiate music for worship, http://www.sfpulpit.com presents:

Five questions you can ask when evaluating music:

1. What is the lyrical content of the song? Are the words true? Are they biblically accurate?

2. Does the way in which the lyrics are presented cheapen the message?

3. Does the song make you conscious of the Lord, and draw you to Him, or does it distract from true worship?

4. Do the musical style and performance promote and facilitate a worshipful atmosphere? Or do they somehow undermine the truth and purity of the lyrical content?

5. Is the life‑style of the musician honoring to God?

See also:

Style or Substance?

Bob Kauflin on the Human Voice in Congregational Worship

2008 Desiring God National Conference Speaker Interview: Bob Kauflin

Bob Kauflin - The Importance of Singing Truth

2008 Desiring God National Conference Speaker Interview: Bob Kauflin

Healthy Tensions

Bob Kauflin explains how understanding the healthy tensions of worship can help a church avoid the "worship wars." This video introduces the 3rd section of his book, Worship Matters. For more info, visit www.SovereignGraceMinistries.org.