Lead songs in the culture of the congregation
Sing songs in the key of the congregation (see my app)
Sing familiar songs—Incorporate new songs regularly but sparingly
Use theologically accurate lyrics with terms that guests can understand
Choose tempos that fit the meter and message of the lyric
Display or print lyrics clearly and in the correct order
Prefer the congregation’s or community’s musical style preference over the staff’s
Don’t choose songs solely based on radio or polling popularity
Put the songs in a sequence that take the crowd on a journey toward intimacy in worship