Orality: Bridging the Gap to Gospel Acceleration

When God created the universe, he did so by speaking it into existence— ‘Let there be light’. Then, after creating humanity in his image, his first communication with them was oral. He spoke to them face-to-face and walked and talked with them in the Garden. Oral communication, therefore, reflects the image of God in humanity and is foundational to our relational and spiritual lives.

• Defining Orality
  "Orality then is not only a method of communication but also a way of learning, perceiving, and interacting with the world."
• Orality in the Bible
  We would not have the gospels if it were not for the oral traditions of the people to whom Jesus came.
• Discipling Oral Learners
  "Truly global discipleship means the cultures of all people are embraced and considered in our discipleship models."
  • Technology
  • Orality in Liturgy
  • Preaching
• How to Engage in Orality for Gospel Purposes
  1. Learn to tell stories.
  2. Internalize Scripture.
  3. Equate oral learners with literate learners.

For more information go to Orality: Bridging the Gap to Gospel Acceleration on the Lausanne Movement website.
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