'' Great God Who Saves '' garnered generally positive reception from music critics to critique the album . At '' CCM Magazine '' , David McCreary felt that the album was " As soothing as a cup of herbal tea after a hectic day , Story 's debut should serve as a cathartic achievement for the artist and a rewarding gift to listeners . " Andree Farias of AllMusic affirmed that the album " has already positioned itself as one of the most moving inspirational albums of 2008 , a welcome reminder that worship music need not be loud and in your face to be worshipful . " At '' Christianity Today '' , Russ Breimeier highlighted that someone " could say Story is to Tomlin as Kathryn Scott is to Brian Doerksen — perhaps not as consistent in developing anthems for the church , but consistently good at delivering beautiful melodies with a sweetly lilting vocal . " Martin I. Smith of Cross Rhythms told that Story " has created a mature and creatively rich record that proudly launches her onto the major label scene " . In addition , Smith noted that " The record , punctuated by the occasional ballad and at times upping the pace with foot-tap inducing pop songs , is balanced in its delivery , and , while it leans primarily on Laura 's haunting vocals and emotive lyrics , manages to create a listening experience far more rounded and fully realised than your average singer/songwriter release . " At Christian Broadcasting Network , Bethany Duval proclaimed that " '' Great God Who Saves '' is a strong collection of acoustic contemporary worship that is sung with both beauty and a unique sincerity . " Jay Heilman of Christian Music Review evoked that " Laura Story delivers an album full of hope , humility and love with great song-writing and emphasis on an inspirational message in a world that desperately needs it ! " At Jesus Freak Hideout , Matthew Watson wrote that even " Though Laura has a great following , '' Great God Who Saves '' might not be quite up to par . " Lastly , Watson said that because the release " lacks depth and originality " , it came off as portraying Story as " just another worship leader , and Great God Who Saves is just another worship album . " '' Great God Who Saves '' won a Dove Award for Inspirational Album of the Year at the 40th GMA Dove Awards . The album was also nominated for Praise & Worship Album of the Year , while the song " Bless the Lord " was nominated for Inspirational Recorded Song of the Year
40th GMA Dove Awards
40th GMA Dove Awards
Great God Who Saves