Welcome to today’s post. AI is rapidly becoming more entwined in our society. From a theological aspect, how does AI influence what we believe about God? Does AI impact how we apply our Christian teachings to our daily lives?
After reading some of my posts about artificial intelligence (AI) and faith, a blogger recently asked me, “What are some simple ways to think theologically about AI in our daily lives?”
It’s important to remember that AI doesn’t create new theology as much as it reveals what we believe to be true about God.
AI is not a rival or co-creator.
In Genesis, God creates from nothing—Ex Nihilo. Humans create from what God has already made. AI is a human invention rooted in pattern recognition built from material, language, and logic that ultimately belong to God.
So the first theological move for us in this chess game of faith is humility:
AI is not divine.
It’s derivative.
That alone should keep us grounded.
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Thanks for sharing, Grant.
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Thanks, Rainer, for helping followers of Christ understand issues such as AI. As noted in my comments from February 16, 2026, I’m concerned that too many followers of Christ remain unaware of the actual and potential harm caused by the many AI models. With that in mind, I put together a page that gives a brief slideshow in lay terms. Then that page offers details and links that help people make informed decisions. If someone is interested in learning more about AI and its issues, go to the homepage of TameYourBook com and click on ‘No AI.’ That will take you to ‘Don’t Confuse AI with a Benign Tool.’
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Thank you, Arix. I’m so glad that this resonated with you and gives you food for further theological thought. Blessings 🙏
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Thanks again for sharing your insights, Grant. Growing up, in high school I remember our math teacher launching a computer club. This was early 1980s. I recall the uproar and controversy that followed because people were very concerned about computers taking over and even calling them evil. I guess that’s the conundrum I find myself in regarding AI. I agree with and know to be true several of the things you say. But I also know that computers are a tool, that can be used for good and evil, depending on the intent of the user. And I currently believe that to be true about AI. You’ve given me a lot of good for thought and I’m grateful for that, Grant. Blessings 🙏
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Interesting framing. I appreciate the emphasis on humility. Seeing AI as derivative rather than divine feels like a healthy starting point for any theological reflection.
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You’re welcome, Rainer. I’m struck by how many refer to AI as a tool, neither good nor evil. We’d never call the guillotine just another cutting tool. I think the people during the French Revolution would have called that human invention evil.
AI and its many iterations are not just another productivity and research tool. I urge caution to all teachers of the faith because exploring AI with uninformed students can cause those who lack discernment and wisdom to experiment and stumble.
To readers of this comment, please understand there are now hundreds of AI models, and while some have produced marvelous results, others generate outcomes that run counter to the Christian faith.
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Thanks for sharing your thoughtful perspective, Grant. You’ve obviously investigated and researched the subject of AI a lot more than the average bear. Which is part of my interest in writing about AI on my blog—getting people to think about it and be more informed and intentional about the choices we all make. You’ve provided a lot of food for thought and things to consider, some of which I hope to address and explore in future posts about both, AI and theology. Blessings 🙏
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Like water, people often follow the path of least resistance, the one with a downward slope. That’s my first thought about simple ways to think theologically about AI in our daily lives.
For example, it’s easy to rely on AI summaries instead of scripture. That’s akin to relying on commentaries instead of the Christian Bible.
From the heart come thoughts, choices, words, and actions. Like reversing an algebraic equation, we discern the hearts of humans. When can evaluate the actions, words, choices and thoughts of those who created the different AI models. By opening our eyes to the collective results to date, we can see the stolen intellectual property, the death of creativity, and the destruction of reputations. Reputation loss (perceived or real) can lead people to take their lives.
AI can cause lazy theology.
To address the simple ways to think theologically about AI, let’s ask why anyone would trust an uncaring machine to summarize the God-inspired Bible? Why would any believer use apps disguised as helpful (i.e., light) when they’re used for sinful purposes (i.e., evil)? Why would Christians risk missing out on how we’re to meditate on the actual word of God, not a summary of the key points produced by a machine using its logic.
More importantly, Christians should ask whether they want to associate themselves with AI that has caused so much actual harm. For instance, research the number of suicides attributed to AI. Delve into the ways it strips clothing from underage boys and girls, making it impossible to resume a normal life in school. A few quick search engine clicks and believers will have the answer to how AI affects their theology.
It’s certain that the humans promoting AI know of these issues. It’s equally certain they’ve chosen the love of money over doing the right thing that benefits and protects people.
I suggest believers search the legal actions to date to gain a sense of the many mothers and fathers who grieve for their children. Check out why prominent workers have left the AI industry. Look into how the AI developers never put in place protective guardrails to protect both children and adults. Look at how executives reversed prior promises and now allow AI to create pornographic images of people based on faces stolen from social media.
From my view, AI comes disguised as good, but actually steals, kills, and destroys. Scary!
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