I have been a big supporter of hymns if not for the sole reason of their depth. Brad, of relevintage, looks at the issues of accessibility and depth in contemporary worship.

relevintage :: a question of accessibility

Here is the irony to me. For example, it is known that hymns, or theology set to music, have long been a vehicle for learning the deeper things of God. Isn”t that what worship is about? Jumping headfirst into the mystery and beauty of God? Yet, we have waffled on the issue of lyrical accessibility for almost two decades. And honestly, the depth of our worship is malnourished.

“Isn”t that what worship is about? Jumping headfirst into the mystery and beauty of God?” is quite possibly one of the most beautiful statements about worship that I have heard in a while.

It is a good read - all of it.