Everyone's a Genius
Unleashing Creativity for the Sake of the World
- Church Leadership & Ministry
- Publisher: Thomas Nelson
- Published: 2017
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Publisher's Description
Believe it or not, everyone's a genius at something. We just need to uncover and release it for the sake of the world. Every member of your church comes with a unique set of God-given skills and talents. As a church leader, you have the weighty task of uncovering and validating them. Your challenge is to help your members identify and unleash their gifts to bring glory to God. But in our selfie-focused society, this task can feel overwhelming. God doesn't see two groups: his gifted children and the rest of us. He didn't give the Great Commission only to the extremely talented—musicians, writers, artists, pastors, and church staff. He gave it to all of us. To each of us. So, how do we help our members find their "sweet spots" of service in the kingdom? In Everyone's a Genius, author, pastor, and leadership consultant Alan Briggs, shares his belief that bringing out the abilities of often overlooked Christians—those whose unique skill sets are not as easily identifiable—remains a key component that will determine the church's impact in this and coming generations. This is an inspiring look at how we can more effectively motivate Christians to leverage their personal abilities for Christ. The truth is, reading this book is risky! It can change how you see every person you're leading. It can make you see your community differently. It can help you find gifts within your church family that will surprise you. It can also unlock something within you that you never knew mattered to God. It can expand your vision of the world, deepen your appreciation for "the least of these," and refocus the mission of your church. Perhaps God will use this book to take you on a journey toward a more appropriate theology of creativity. Yes, it’s a risk, but a risk we simply must take to impact the world for Jesus. Are you in?
Endorsements (12)
“PRAISE FOR EVERYONE’S A GENIUS “Alan Briggs challenges our modern view of creativity and calls the church to be a force in our communities. This book will inspire you to take the risks you’ve been avoiding.”
“Alan brings a brilliantly fresh perspective on mobilizing believers. He has tapped into something I believe will get believers excited about living on mission.”
“Reading this book is akin to sitting across from Alan at the dinner table, conversing about things that matter most in life . . . thinking, musing, laughing . . . and understanding the way forward.”
“This book . . . exposes the creativity you knew you had . . . or never knew you had.”
Dr. Bruce McNicol
“This is a book about getting everyone equipped to creatively fulfill their mission in the context of all of life, to which we heartily say, Amen!”
“This book is itself genius. Briggs takes a vastly complicated world, with complex interchangeable and moving parts, and makes it personal. In the pages of this book, you’ll see yourself as God uniquely designed you, as a piece of the puzzle.”
“What could be more essential than finding your genius and using it at your highest point of contribution? Stop being pulled into . . . comparison and competition by reading this terrific book.”
“For anyone interested in cultivating genius in themselves and others, this book is for you. I highly recommend it.”
Dr. Kutter Callaway
“Insightful perspectives, challenging thoughts, and meaningful direction on unleashing creativity for yourself and those in your world.”
“Everyone’s a Genius not only encapsulates the value of creativity, joy, and selflessness, it also empowers by proclaiming that not only does everyone have genius inside them, it is God’s divine desire that they embrace it and let it run free.”
“Alan Briggs is a genius for writing Everyone’s a Genius! Too many ministry leaders miss the opportunity to develop the creative potential of the people we lead. Alan provides perspective for stewarding creativity and seeing ministry leadership as an opportunity to draw out the genius in everyone.”
“This book will inspire us to allow our unique, created genius to display God to our world.”
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