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By Summer Lane
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In the coming years, AI technology may replace up to 300 million jobs. This, according to a report from Goldman Sachs, will take place due to the rapid and unregulated integration of this advanced tool into every area of industry: teaching, buildings, art, writing, and beyond.
This is a terrifying prospect for Americans – and the world. This dystopian future is not as far-off as it may seem. AI is advancing faster than civilization can seem to keep up. Between AI deep-fakes and AI-created film, this tech tool is poised to destroy the film industry, threaten the music industry, and eliminate the nuances and beauty of human culture. Sure, it can be used for good, but the negatives seem to outweigh the positives in every sense.
Consider the threat that AI now poses in terms of modern warfare: AI-integrated drone tech. The development of AI-driven domestic surveillance. Fully autonomous weaponry.
Right now, as the U.S. and Israel wage war against Iran, the battles are being fought by aerial drones and anti-drone weapons and lasers such as ODIN (Optical Dazzling Interdictor, Navy).
AI as a weapon is terrifying. But even worse is the possibility that AI may rob humans of something that has existed on Earth since before the Fall: WORK.
In the Garden of Eden, Adam was tasked with caring for his home (Gen 2:15). This established the concept of good, hard work as a godly, healthy, and wonderful thing. Work has always been part of God’s design for Man, both before and after sin entered the world. 2 Thess. 3:10-12 even discusses the importance of working: “If anyone is not willing to work, let him not eat.”
Taking work from humanity is perhaps the most dangerous threat that AI poses, even beyond the terrors it presents when grafted into modern weaponry. And so, from the Biblical perspective, AI – while it certainly can be a fun tool – is something to be very wary of. We must also remember that, despite the vast wealth of information AI brings to the table, it is not the source of all truth. Only God is (John 14:16). AI will never be a replacement for the Word of God or the truths found in Scripture.
AI can never be fully trusted. Depending on its programming and design, it may mislead you and lead you astray. 1 John 4:1 reminds us, “Beloved, believe not every spirit, but try the spirits whether they are of God: because many false prophets have gone out into the world.” This is an excellent verse to keep in mind when one considers the deceptive infusion of “human soul” into AI.
It is not human, and it is certainly not authoritative on issues of morality.
While AI can offer fun, creative pathways for content creation and beyond as it continues to evolve, it’s key to remember that evolution should be balanced with the best interests of humanity in mind. Does this help us? Or does this hurt us? Where are the ethical lines in the sand? What wisdom can God offer us in Scripture as we navigate this alarmingly powerful new tech landscape?
To help us parse through these complex questions, Counter Culture Mom talked to a few experts on the subject of AI. Is AI a tool that can be used as a tool to spread the Gospel? Or is it a Trojan Horse poised to destroy our culture? Is AI an incredible tool that will make our lives better? Or should we move quickly to restrict it?
To answer these questions, check out these key conversations below with Robert Cressy and Misty Phillip.
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Misty Phillip
Is AI the harbinger of the End Times or is it a creative tool that can help Christians share the Gospel? It can actually be used for both, but when it comes to the shifting sands of technology, Misty Phillip is uniquely equipped to shed light on the murkiness of the rapidly evolving AI revolution. Misty is the visionary COO of Trilogyworks, an advisory services firm that specializes in cybersecurity and AI. “It’s not AI that’s the Trojan horse – it’s our acceptance of it,” she warns. As AI is increasingly integrated into every aspect of our lives – from our phone maps to our social media recipes – we shouldn’t be afraid of it. Misty strongly encourages that we exercise discernment in how we are using and implementing AI and whether its integration into our livelihoods is God-honoring.
Rob Cressy (Part 1)
The possibilities of expanding and creating with AI technology are limitless. Rather than being afraid of this incredible tool, why not embrace it and use it to grow your business, your dreams, or both? This is the mindset that Rob Cressy, a natural optimist and high-performance coach, brings to the exciting new world of AI tech. “Positivity helps you accomplish your goals quicker than a negative mindset,” Rob declares. He applies this approach to his use of ChatGPT, noting that the advent of AI right now is like the introduction of the internet decades ago – it’s the future. Get on board or get left behind. AI is simply a tool that can help expand businesses and multiple productivity and your competition is more than likely using it. So embrace AI and use it to bring positive change to the world.
Summer Lane is the #1 bestselling author of 30 books, including the hit Collapse Series and Resurrection Series. She is an experienced journalist and editor who is covering the White House and Trump administration. She owns Write Revolution News.
Summer is also a mom and wife who enjoys rural country living, herding cats, and gardening. She is passionate about writing on women’s issues, parenting, and politics from a theologically-grounded perspective that points readers to the good news of the gospel.
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