by Alan Briggs | Oct 17, 2017 | Archive, City, Family, Neighborhood
I would have called myself and un-creative for years. I didn’t excel in art class, and I was a far cry from an art major in college. I hated writing, my pictures were sub-par and my drawings always looked cartoonish. How can someone be creative if they don’t have a...
by Alan Briggs | Sep 19, 2017 | Archive, City, Family, Neighborhood
Launching a book is like streaking through a wedding reception… and then realizing it’s your friend’s wedding. It’s a hit of adrenaline with a side of vulnerable fear. That’s the truth. But it’s always worth it when someone says, “This message changed my life!”...
by Alan Briggs | Sep 13, 2017 | Archive, City
Dan was always making things as a kid. He loved to tinker, to try to make things better. He was always fascinated by an old leather bag his dad had, the leather was old and worn. It mesmerized him. He was amazed that it was still every bit as strong as it was the day...
by Alan Briggs | Sep 5, 2017 | Archive, City
The topic of creativity stirs up a lot of emotion. A few people get excited to talk about it, but most shut down immediately. That’s exactly why the conversation about genius is so crucial. That’s exactly why I had to write Everyone’s a Genius to break down our...
by Alan Briggs | Aug 30, 2017 | Archive, City, Neighborhood
A few weeks ago I got the opportunity to meet with some great leaders in Orange County, CA. We talked about neighborhoods, community and flourishing through the lens of the Gospel. One speaker, Chrissy Remsberg, shared some brilliant connections during at event...
by Alan Briggs | Aug 14, 2017 | Archive, City, Family, Neighborhood
I talk to a lot of people who want to write. They have a lot of fears. They don’t know where to start. They don’t feel qualified. They didn’t get A’s on their papers in English class. They’re intimidated. They “don’t have...
