About the Book
Creativity is your birthright, the rich spiritual inheritance of your soul. Understanding this—and what to do with it today—is the birthplace of personal and communal transformation.
When's the last time you encountered such a message That your creativity is not only built into your very identity, an indispensable part of who you are, but necessary.
In an age of AI hype, burnout, and relentless comparison, our creative fire is constantly under attack. We second-guess ourselves. We procrastinate. We shrink back. And the tragedy is, we begin to believe the lie that creativity is for the few—not for us.
In Spark, Al Gordon challenges the lies and offers a life-changing framework for reigniting your creative purpose. Starting with the biblical story of God as Creator, Spark will equip you with a powerful set of counter-cultural tools, such as how to:
- Ignite your imagination and break free from creative blocks.
- Rediscover the sacred purpose of original creativity in a world of endless content.
- Embrace risk and failure as fuel for growth and transformation.
- Become part of the Renaissance movement, empowering the creativity of all believers.
Whether you're an artist, leader, entrepreneur, pastor, or dreamer, your creativity is essential, and it flows from your soul. In the years to come, unlocking your creative gift is going to be essential. It’s time to step into your God-given creativity. Fuel the fire. And ignite the potential of your creative soul.
Al [Gordon] reminds us that creativity isn’t for a few; it’s the birthright of every believer. Spark will stir your imagination, strengthen your faith, and send you into the world convinced that your creativity really can change things. — Jennie Allen, bestselling author and speaker
Table of Contents:
Overture: The Sunrise of Wonder
First Movement, Imagination
Chapter 1: Welcome to Your Superpower
Chapter 2: How to Hack Your Imagination
Chapter 3: The Secret to Unlimited Creativity
Second Movement, Ideation
Chapter 4: The Art of the Possible
Chapter 5: How to Activate Your Ideas
Chapter 6: High Impact Ideas
Movement Three: Incubation
Chapter 7: Pregnant with Possibility
Chapter 8: Parent your Creativity
Chapter 9: Birth Pains
Movement Four: Innovation
Chapter 10: Start the Work
Chapter 11: Break the Mold
Chapter 12: Really, Just Do It
Movement Five: Implementation
Chapter 13: Overwhelmed with Wonder
Chapter 14: The Success Paradox
Chapter 15: Cathedrals of Creativity
Finale: Ignite a New Renaissance
Bibliography and Appendices
Referencing sources well throughout the project so that further study can follow.
Renaissance: Join the Movement
Link to other Renaissance resources: accompanying course, workbooks and links
to Renaissance events around the world.
About the Author :
Al Gordon is the founder of Renaissance, a creative movement empowering artists, innovators, and leaders to reclaim their divine calling. He leads SAINT, a thriving church on a mission to bring hope to the heart of East London. Passionate about bridging faith and creativity, Al helps people step into bold, risk-taking faith.
Al has spent his life at the intersection of faith, culture, and creativity, working with some of the world’s most innovative artists, musicians, and designers. A sought-after communicator and a trusted voice in the Christian creative movement, he believes every local church should be a cathedral of creativity.
Review :
'Al Gordon has given us a great gift. With humor, depth of insight and theological savvy, he offers us a vision of creativity that we can all benefit from. This is a book we all need--one that reminds us of our creative potential to bring goodness into the world.'
'Al Gordon is a connoisseur at the intersection of creativity and spirituality. He carries a deep passion for catalyzing a movement where the church becomes the epicenter of human creativity. He writes to ignite the spark within us all that would most fully express the image of God and unleash the divine imagination.'
'Al reminds us that creativity isn't for a few; it's the birthright of every believer. Spark will stir your imagination, strengthen your faith, and send you into the world convinced that your creativity really can change things.'
'Life and leadership are hard enough. It can be difficult to stay encouraged, curious, and fully engaged. If you've ever struggled with any of this, read Spark. Al delightfully delivers the clarity and encouragement leaders need to keep moving forward with hope, creativity, and enthusiasm.'
'Spark is a catalytic, prophetic gift for anyone anywhere seeking to reimagine contemporary culture (in whatever medium) through the power of the Spirit in the name of Jesus Christ.'
'This book helps you find that spark and to burn bright! When we can be creative with courage and conviction, it's a beautiful thing.'
'This book is beautifully written, theologically rich, and deeply inspiring. But most of all, Spark tells the story of ordinary people, ignited by the love of an extraordinary God, bringing beauty and flourishing to the world around them. I couldn't put the book down. Get it for yourself and for a friend!'
'This book is more than a spark, it's a wildfire of creativity waiting to happen! Al Gordon writes with an authentic and prophetic voice. It's real, it's raw, and it's redemptive. Spark will stretch your faith and help you innovate. And I must say, it's not only thought-provoking but laughter-inducing. It's a rallying cry for creatives to rise up and be part of the 'new thing' God is doing.'
'We urgently need another movement of artists and creatives [today]. God is using Al to fan the flames of this today.'
'With humour, wisdom, and practical guidance, this book is a timely call for the church to reimagine its mission and for every follower of Jesus to release the God-given creativity that can transform lives, communities, and even nations. I warmly commend it.'
