Christian writer and founder of God John Piper insisted on writing Sermon And ministry newsletters using artificial intelligence (AI) will be just as “evil” and “cary” teeth It lacks reliability and dedication from the preacher himself. Previously pastor of Bethlehem Baptist Church in Minneapolis for over 30 years, Piper is now prime minister of Bethlehem University and the seminary, so the pastor and university commander raised two posts by his pastor and university leader. I answered the question. “Ask Pastor John.” There are podcasts each for whether AI is suitable for writing newsletters to ministry supporters, and for preparing for the sermon.
In response, Piper shared the definition of AI that he found on Google,it is “Technology that enables computers and machines to simulate human learning, understanding, problem solving, decision-making, creativity, and autonomy. “Note that there is no mention of “emotion” in this definition.
“The ultimate purpose of the universe is for God to be glorified, and he is not merely thought and understood correctly, but also to be enjoyed, praised, appreciated and cherished. to be glorified by the word,” he continued.
“And when we are most pleased with him, God is the most glorious, meaning that artificial intelligence cannot worship,” Piper said. “Words are not just things that computers can do. Words are the right feelings about God.”
Regarding the first question, Piper argued that creating sermons using the generator AI is “evil” despite its well writtenness. Church leaders Report.
“Evil – I feel strong about this, so I use strong words,” said the hopeful founder of God. “This goes to the heart of God and the meaning of Christianity and the integrity of the Church and her minister.”
“God and his people will not speak in some sense yes Piper continued. We are people of truth, transparency and integrity, and we have nothing. ”
Piper also opposed the use of AI in writing to answer the second question.
“No, don't make writing your newsletter a chat,” Piper said. “This newsletter was created by ChatGpt.” It's honest and your supporters won't like it. ”
“And second, no, I won't write the first draft of your sermon. Check it, adjust it, customize it,” He added. “Frankly, I'm amazed at the idea.
Despite acknowledging the existence of these resources and websites“ To help the pastor Preparing for the sermonPiper said he always felt “terrifying.”“
Piper shared that one of the pastors' main qualifications is “reading the passage of the Bible, understanding the reality it deals with, having the ability to feel emotions, and having the gift. It has meaning To elicit, it can be clearly explained to others, explained and applied for enlightenment. ”
“It's a gift you have to have,“ He emphasized. “That's your number one job. if You don't have ityou should not become a pastor.“
“Just use ChatGpt or other sources that come for inspiration, just like using commentary, articles, books, songs, and poems.“ Piper said. “But don't use it in your configuration unless you try to trust it.”
Finally, Piper said The pastor Using ChatGpt in their sermons, such as writing the first draft, should acknowledge it in their congregations.
“So if you're going to write your first draft of ChatGpt and tweak it, you better tell your people.”'” He said.
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Meanwhile, the Rev. Ron Carpenter of South Carolina Megachurch It has developed His own AI version Where The congregation can have a “personalized one-to-one interaction”“ Please receive the prayer together.
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It was originally published on February 25th, 2025.
