THE GOSPEL AS STORY AND EVANGELISM AS STORY TELLING

Abstract

We were made to worship and commune with our Creator. The primary effect of the fall is not the presence of sin, but rather the absence of authentic worship. Thus, the primary goal of the gospel is the transformation of wicked sinners into awe-struck worshippers.  Anything less is reflective of our reductionist approach to communicating an otherwise comprehensive gospel message.  If the gospel is indeed the greatest story ever told, it must be retold in a robust and compelling manner that elicits authentic, biblical worship.