The problem with epic/mythic stories is that we are not the one true hero. And while we may know Him and even be in Him, we recognize our sub-hero-ness if we are humble.
It's that sub-hero-ness that connects with some people. I may not be Aragorn, but I may be the guy who made sure Aragorn's bow string was ready, his sword sharpened, and his horse fed and watered. They don't make films and books about such people, and that's where we end up losing out. Because that's what most people are—the decent people out of the spotlight doing what they can to ensure the heroic ones in the spotlight can shine.
The problem with epic/mythic stories is that we are not the one true hero. And while we may know Him and even be in Him, we recognize our sub-hero-ness if we are humble.
It's that sub-hero-ness that connects with some people. I may not be Aragorn, but I may be the guy who made sure Aragorn's bow string was ready, his sword sharpened, and his horse fed and watered. They don't make films and books about such people, and that's where we end up losing out. Because that's what most people are—the decent people out of the spotlight doing what they can to ensure the heroic ones in the spotlight can shine.