When I run across a song that uses this chord progression, I actually hesitate to use it as a result, because I have a hard time getting past it’s common usage. I actually think there’s some method to it’s effectiveness. I try to listen to Christian radio now and again to hear what’s going on, but anytime I hear another song with this progression, I just sigh and change the channel.

I can name about 5 David Crowder songs that use it. And they’re many of his most popular.

I know a lot of people are introduced to Christ through it, but it sure seems like many songwriters in the church are sacrificing their best and most creative work for something easy.

In it’s day, some churchmen complained that “Softly & Tenderly” was the equivalent of what people say today is a “God is my boyfriend” song. It’s funny how what was once scorned is today embraced. I wonder what “classics” my grandchildren will be singing…