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September 23, 2025Liturgy

Worship in the Experience Economy

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MRMelanie C. RossSystems Biology Institute

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Implication

Analysis reveals megachurches engage attendees through emotional experiences, suggesting a balance in worship practices.

Key Points

  • Megachurches craft emotionally rich worship experiences, attracting attendees while addressing their emotional needs.
  • The study highlights concerns about over-emphasizing human effort in worship, which may confuse emotional experiences with divine presence.
  • A balanced theological perspective is called for, recognizing both human involvement and divine action in worship.
  • The findings suggest a deeper appreciation for the long-term, transformative work of the Holy Spirit in worship settings.

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Melanie C. Ross (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d473bb31b076d99fa6caf1https://doi.org/10.1080/0458063x.2025.2518020
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