Introducing new songs is vital to keep worship fresh, but it can be challenging. Over-relying on familiar songs leads to diminishing returns. Regular evaluation of your song choices, even soliciting feedback, reveals when it’s time for something new. Go slow, just 1-2 songs per month. Use repetition across services and over weeks to build familiarity. Tell people it’s new and teach it line-by-line. Surround a new song with “home runs” to avoid alienating some. Try different arrangements over time. New songs, though requiring persistence, breathe life into worship by speaking to new seasons.
The Next Big Thing
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