When researching songs, I generally think of them in one of four categories.
"Don't Use" is for those with words that are unbiblical or unclear or just bad poetry.
"In Private" is for songs that I can listen to on my own but that wouldn't serve our church. The lyrics might include an obscure phrase or verse or be set to poor or complicated music.
The "Could Use" category is for songs that are a good choice for the congregation depending on the situation, need, and context.
And "Should Use" are songs like "In Christ Alone" or "Blessed Be Your Name". They communicate truth about God in such a compelling and clear way that I make it a priority to teach them to the church.
Excerpt from Bob Kauflin's Worship Matters, Leading Others to Encounter the Greatness of God
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