It isn t a coincidence that the chord changes in many older gospel songs are similar to country songs. It doesn t make the songs any less powerful. It seems to me that Apostolic Church music reflects the cultural background of the worshippers. In my opinion, much of the Apostolic music these days derives from worldy music such as jazz. It seems to me that all music, if it helps people to worship, is good.
Music is like milk on a bowl of cereal, like say, Wheaties for example.
We are all dry and flaky until that smooth, creamy goodness flows all over us and the Spirit of God begins to move. First of all, many of the instruments we use are mentioned in the Old Testament. Yes, music should change, grow, and develop along with the world around us. No, Barney just doesn t get it anymore. And the church grows, advances, also.