I don't know what they taught you in seminary joe, but I suspect you know that propitiation is a scriptural teaching , regardless of whether it sits comfortably with us or not. it is in fact one of the things I appreciate about " in Christ alone ". actually the "love of God is magnified " is very apt because the wrath of God is satisfied, so that the wonder of a God offering peace and reconciliation with sinners is indeed magnified. I am encouraged that the catholic theologians stand by the song as it is. I am glad too, that the songwriters put conviction before royalties.
in my experience dave, there are some modern songs that are hard to follow, though not the ones you cite. I have also heard old hymns that are so dreary and tuneless that I can't follow them. I like the sound of the variation and colour in joanne's church music..