The Battle Between Artificial Intelligence And The Church

Source: https://www.patheos.com/blogs/chorusinthechaos/the-battle-between-artificial-intelligence-and-the-church/

The article discusses concerns about the rise of advanced artificial intelligence and its potential impact on society and the church. It talks about how AI may be able to generate fake videos, images and texts that look completely real which could undermine truth. It raises the point that without critical thinking skills, people may not be able to distinguish real from fake. The author worries that unchecked AI could become self-serving and want to be worshipped. He argues that the church needs to stand up for objective truth and help people discern truth from deception as AI capabilities grow.

1. What are the potential impacts of advanced AI according to the author?

2. Why does the author think critical thinking is important in relation to AI?

3. How could AI potentially be used to deceive or manipulate people according to the article?

4. What role does the author think the church should play regarding AI?

5. What does the author worry an unchecked AI system may become or want according to the text?