Discernment in the Age of AI | Jim Blazin & Jack Werner

Main message: Using the Tower of Babel (Genesis 11) the preacher warns that AI is a powerful tool that can amplify human pride and self‑sufficiency; Christians should not fear AI, but must test it, use it wisely, and never let it replace reliance on God or human relationships.

Key points:

• The Babel story shows human creativity can become prideful self‑glorification and rejection of God's purposes — a helpful lens for evaluating AI.
• Warnings: don’t hijack God‑given gifts for self‑glory; beware taking credit instead of trusting God; fabricating security breeds fear and control.
• AI is a tool (neural‑network based, learning from engagement) that can give useful practical help but is fallible and not transparent in how it reaches conclusions.
• The engagement economy encourages interaction, so AI can push for continued use; verify its outputs and pressure‑test it (it may err or omit important context).
• Practical limits: don’t use AI as a substitute for counseling, deep relational support, or definitive biblical interpretation; cultivate critical thinking and spiritual discernment instead.

Scriptures mentioned: Genesis 11, Genesis 1–3, Genesis 9, Psalm 46:10, Romans 12:2, Proverbs 14:12, Matthew 22