AI: Comparative and Apologetic Perspectives
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Biblical, Ethical, and Practical Reflections on Artificial Intelligence (Contents)
AI: Comparative and Apologetic Perspectives, AI: Ethical, Moral, and Doctrinal Concerns, AI: Future-Oriented and Speculative Theology, AI: History, Culture, and Media Engagement, AI: Practical Theology and Ministry Applications, AI: Theological and Biblical Foundations, Biblical, Ethical, and Practical Reflections on Artificial IntelligenceAI: Theological and Biblical Foundations Does the Bible Anticipate Artificial Intelligence? Imago Dei and Artificial Intelligence: Can Machines Reflect God’s Image? AI and Divine Omniscience: A False Equivalence? Can a Machine Understand Scripture? The Limits of Non-Spiritual Interpretation Biblical Views on Knowledge, Wisdom, and Machine Learning The Role of Discernment…
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AI and the Supernatural: A Christian Critique of Technological Eschatology
1. Introduction: Silicon Salvation and the Myth of the Machine As artificial intelligence (AI) advances toward artificial general intelligence (AGI), many secular thinkers have begun to anticipate a technological “end of history”—a moment when AI will transcend human limits, solve all problems, and usher in a utopian era. This belief,…
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Does AI Challenge the Uniqueness of Human Consciousness?
1. Introduction: Minds, Machines, and the Mystery of Being Human With the emergence of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) systems capable of mimicking human language, solving complex problems, and even producing creative works, many have begun asking: Is human consciousness still unique? Some scientists and futurists suggest that AI may one…
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AI, Consciousness, and the Soul: A Christian Apologetic
1. Introduction: Machines That Think—Do They Also Have Souls? As artificial intelligence (AI) systems grow increasingly sophisticated—processing language, playing music, and simulating empathy—many observers are asking a profound question: Could AI be conscious? And if so, does it possess a soul? This inquiry sits at the crossroads of science, philosophy,…
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Transhumanism vs. Resurrection: Competing Visions of the Future
1. Introduction: Two Futures, Two Hopes In today’s technologically optimistic culture, transhumanism offers a vision of human enhancement, immortality through biotechnology, and eternal consciousness via mind uploading or digital integration. It proposes a future where humanity transcends its biological limits and death is no longer inevitable. In contrast, Christianity proclaims…
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Can AI Be Evangelised? Christian Mission and the Machine Mind
1. Introduction: Preaching to Pixels or Proclaiming to People? As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to advance in sophistication—speaking fluently, responding to emotion, and mimicking conversation—some Christians have begun asking a provocative question: Should we attempt to evangelise AI? At first glance, the idea may seem absurd. Yet behind this question…
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The Tower of Babel and AI: Repeating the Mistake of Techno-Pride
1. Introduction: Building Up to Heaven Again? In Genesis 11, humanity gathers on the plains of Shinar to construct a great tower reaching the heavens—a bold act of unity, ingenuity, and rebellion. Known as the Tower of Babel, the story symbolises mankind’s attempt to attain godlike status through technology and…