The Work of the People: Liturgy and Eschatology in Andrew Peterson’s "Is He Worthy" (Sing! 2019) I. Introduction
The lyrics are a direct adaptation of Revelation 5 , capturing the scene in the heavenly throne room.
This mirrors the Anglican Book of Common Prayer and ancient liturgies where the "work of the people" is central to the service.
The third verse shifts to the Father's love and the Spirit's movement, grounding the hope of future restoration in the present work of the Trinity. IV. The Live Impact at Sing! 2019
By using simple chord progressions and direct answers like "It is" or "He does," the song allows even first-time listeners to participate immediately. III. Theological Foundations
The defining feature of the song is its , specifically the call-and-response format .