Praying with Robots: Christians and the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Ep. 25). Can you imagine starting your morning devotions with a Tesla bot leading you in prayer? Dr. Randy Turpin explores the rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and Christian faith in this thought-provoking episode. From AI-assisted Bible study to sermon preparation, he examines both the opportunities and temptations that come with integrating technology into our spiritual lives.
Drawing from over 40 years of ministry experience, Dr. Turpin offers practical guidelines for using AI as a research tool while maintaining the irreplaceable human elements of faith—intimacy with God, Spirit-led discernment, and authentic relationships. He addresses crucial questions: Is AI making us spiritually lazy? How do we maintain the transformative process of personal Bible study? What happens when chatbots become our confidants?
This episode challenges listeners to ask themselves: "Is this tool helping me love God and love people better, or is it becoming a substitute?" Join Dr. Turpin as he navigates the balance between embracing helpful technology and preserving the heart-to-heart, spirit-to-spirit connections that define authentic Christian ministry and relationships.
Perfect for pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone wrestling with technology's role in their faith journey. Remember: you're more than an algorithm—you're a child of the Most High God.
Part of the ongoing series exploring faithful living in the "5 a.m. moment" between darkness and light on God's timeline.
Additional Resources:
- Dr. Randy Turpin's Substack: https://randyturpin.substack.com/
- Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799
- Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/
- Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.
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