September 16, 2025Open Access

Dipping a Ladle in the Cauldron of Story: Assessing Worship Leadership as Gospel Narration

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Analysis suggests worship leaders function as narrators of the gospel, indicating storytelling enhances congregational engagement.

Worship leadership as narration of the gospel can deepen congregational engagement, leading to transformative experiences.
Insights from storytellers like J.R.R. Tolkien reveal that effective worship leadership requires intentional engagement with narrative elements.
Leaders’ thoughtful transitions and interplay between form and content greatly enhance the worship experience for congregants.
Understanding the eschatological nature of the gospel story equips leaders to shape worship that reflects God's salvific work.

Jonathan Ottaway (2025) studied this question.

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