Can AI Revolutionize Your Bible Study?

[@jamesthemuchless]

Asking Scott Lindsey if AI is good for Bible study is like asking Elon Musk if a Tesla is a good car.

[@PhilosophyofDataScience]

Lol didn't expect so many negative comments on this video. Thank you for sharing these updates. It's fantastic that AI is scaling and dropping the price of accessing excellent synthesized information. Kudos for creating a great wrapper that helps to interact with the convictions reflected in personal libraries and responses. It puts an ultra fast theological genius in everyone's pocket. This is a good thing.

[@Lukesh30253]

Been using it for Bible study at high levels for over a year and it can be both rewarding and equally misleading.

[@DaveMelin]

Game changer for the faith journey! Thanks Sean and Scott!

[@SeanMcDowell]

It really is remarkable. I’ve been using it daily.

[@chriper77]

I think AI can be helpful for Bible study. I'll often get it to plan Bible studies, ask me Bible trivia, suggest an unusual Bible topic or maybe some area from ancient biblical history to study for example. There's a lot to criticise about AI, but I endeavour to make use of the positive aspects. Edit - I should add that using AI for biblical knowledge is great if you're already biblically literate. You usually know if an answer seems a bit off. It can potentially be dangerous for a person not biblically literate, to accept an answer at face value. It's always best to consult trusted sources

[@Paulogia]

I'm an atheist, but I just signed up for the free trial. Sold!

[@-Pierre]

It is not too late for you to be saved, there will be a hell afterwards, you were warned beforehand, accept Jesus Christ as your Lord and Savior in order to be saved.

[@JacksonCaesar]

I recently had a Podcast interview and the interviewer asked me, "what are your thoughts about AI" concerning my music career (I sing, teach, and play the piano). I responded with 'technology is here to stay, it's not going anywhere, it's part of our culture. However, AI still needs us. There must be an intelligent mind to guide it. I shared an example of when I hired someone to create a 22 piece orchestra with the technology. The first guy I hired, I had to fire (fortunately I got my money back) because he didn't have many of the fundamentals of music and AI detoured the project and he couldn't troubleshoot it. Fortunately, I was able to hire someone else and it was successful. The same thing happened with my children's book. So what I'm saying is that there needs to be someone who specializes in that area so that it works well. Lastly I shared the book "Who Moved My Cheese." It's about dealing with change, adapting and embracing change. Technology is here, let's learn it so that we can discern what's true and what's false.

[@joanschutter5863]

Sometimes doing the legwork provides extra learning. I was going to order Wayne Grudem's Systematic Theology but I've decided to first write my own understanding of basic doctrines and then check his to expand and refine my own. Logos definitely sounds like a great tool! I'm thinking seriously about the subscription.

[@robs3557]

I’ve been using AI for our small group study for almost a year. It’s been great!

[@russellmiles2861]

Not long ago, chatbots were a novelty. I experimented with chatbots like Microsoft’s Copilot (formerly Bing Chat), ChatGPT, Gemini, and others. These tools excel at tasks such as improving grammar, converting passive voice to active, and organising information more coherently-especially once you specify Australian English spelling. Yet, there are moments when these bots respond with "I refuse to generate text with those keywords." Take religion, for example "Where in the Bible is there is a list of the Ten Commandments?" ChatGPT and Gemini initially responded as any apologist or preacher, citing Exodus 20 and Deuteronomy 5. When asked for an explicit numbered list (1 to 10), chatbots still avoid a direct answer. If the discussion is narrowed to a "Yes or No," ChatGPT acknowledges that, "No, there is no exact list of the Ten Commandments in the Bible," while Gemini maintained its ecclesiastical position. ChatSonic, after some clarification, provided a nuanced and accurate response. When challenged, Chatbots, ever polite, apologised for their error- betraying their origins from automated phone answering services - where it is best not to argue with customers.

[@SavioursWon]

AI doesn't understand the "Doctrine of the Trinity" it cannot understand.

[@ConvincedofChristianity]

For the times they are a-changin'...

[@m76353]

i read the lyrics to that song the other day for the first time and was blown away how much far left liberal lyrics in the 60's pertain to conservatives in the 2020's. i'm working on a cover of that song right now

[@michaelbell2867]

It might be a useful tool if used right but can be used wrong. As with all things we should ask the Father for Wisdom so that we may have better discernment. Along with saying that each believer has been given the gift of our helper in the Holy Spirit. I will continue to hold these gifts from God higher than anything created by man.

[@Maxsumms]

I had a dream last night that i was in the rapture and was so sad when i woke up 😢

[@petervonbergen5364]

i often discuss theology with Chat GPT. I find its answers and suggestions very good. Its astonishingly gospel-centered in its answers and always gives good arguments against f.e. legalists, anti-trinitarians or weird and one-sided eschatology-freaks.

[@GWConsultant]

Can I use this myself and as part of my subscription share within family with my son and daughter?

[@EviesAnnee]

Is the app useful if you don't add libraries and Bibles? I'm confused about what's in the free trial?

[@DrKarinO]

Please note, this is only for new subscribers. If you already have an account with logos, you do NOT get the 30 free days to try the new logos subscription, but will be charged immediately

[@Lukesh30253]

For this reason I added to my settings to cite the sources it uses

[@japexican007]

Sean looked so tired in this, please pray for him

[@m76353]

🙏 havne't listened to Sean in a minute but hope he's doing better 🙏🙏🙏

[@Maxsumms]

I had a dream last night that i was in the rapture and was so sad when i woke up 😢

[@Resist.Tyranny]

I did not see on either the website or in what you said anything to fully explain legacy users. I have thousands of dollars in resources in LOGOS. Those resources are brought in according to you. But it appears that without the most expensive subscription I really would not be able to use them as the original language grammar syntax and other things are only listed on the most expensive subscription. Is that simply because you are paying for access to those books and not the searching and AI? So ALL search and AI capabilities would be available with the cheapest subscription, for all the resources that I have already paid for?

[@SavioursWon]

the video and audio are out of sync makes you wonder whether this is AI

[@jace76ful]

I don't believe that doctorate has a measuring stick for someone knowing God's word. Popularity among scholars doesn't always mean correct. Actually, it can be quite dangerous to say majority rules. Did Moses have a doctorate? Did John the Baptist or many many others?

[@MrSeedi76]

That is a good point. I've been saying for quite a while that "scholarly concensus" in theology is useless.

[@martialartsfitness1]

Can you share the reference for that 600,000 Christian study ?

[@Resist.Tyranny]

Most of what I saw is about how it is easier to have it tell you what others believe about the bible, and now it is easier for ignorant pastors to remain ignorant. Here is a question. Can I tell it "Examine every occurrence in the NT of the Greek word translated into heaven and summarize the different ways they are used WITHOUT using any resources external to the bible, and provide full reference links in each category." Does the AI work successively with memory? So after that search can I say "Now do the same for the Greek Septuagint and note any different usages." Or do I have to reconstruct a more complex statement? Can I say "Using all my commentaries, summarize the different interpretations of this passage"

[@GWConsultant]

I just asked your question to chatGPT model 4o. I use it as helper in my software R&D. The answer came in a seconds and is astonishing. If you want - I can share. Then I double checked with a question whether AI tolerated my limitation of sources, asking "Please provide sources or references for your conclusions." - - to which AI answered very intelligently: "Since you requested that I only use the Bible itself as the source for these conclusions, my categorization is based entirely on how οὐρανός (ouranos) is used across the New Testament. The meaning in each case is determined by context-how the word functions in each passage. Below, I’ll justify each category by summarizing the contextual evidence for my conclusions."

[@GWConsultant]

The reply by AI, formatted using markdown: ``` You said: Please provide sources or references for your conclusions. ``` ## Assistant Since you requested that I only use the **Bible itself** as the source for these conclusions, my categorization is based entirely on how **οὐρανός (ouranos)** is used across the New Testament. The meaning in each case is determined by **context**-how the word functions in each passage. Below, I’ll justify each category by summarizing the contextual evidence for my conclusions. --- ### **1. Heaven as the Dwelling Place of God** #### **Biblical Justification:** The Bible consistently describes God as being **in heaven**, with His throne there.Jesus, when teaching prayer, refers to God’s location as **“Our Father who is in heaven” (Matthew 6:9)**.Other verses reinforce this concept, showing that heaven is where God rules and where His will is fully carried out (Matthew 5:34, Acts 7:49). 📖 **Biblical examples supporting this conclusion:** * **Matthew 6:9** - "Our Father who is in heaven..."**Matthew 5:34** - "...heaven, for it is the throne of God."**Acts 7:49** - "Heaven is my throne, and the earth is my footstool..." --- ### **2. The Abode of Angels and Resurrected Saints** #### **Biblical Justification:** * Scripture frequently mentions **angels** being "in heaven" (Mark 13:32). Jesus speaks of rewards being "stored up in heaven" (Matthew 6:20), indicating an expectation that believers will one day reside there.**2 Corinthians 5:1** speaks of an "eternal house in heaven" that replaces our earthly bodies. 📖 **Biblical examples supporting this conclusion:** **Mark 13:32** - "Not even the angels in heaven..."**Luke 10:20** - "Rejoice that your names are written in heaven."**2 Corinthians 5:1** - "We have a building from God, a house not made with hands, eternal in the heavens." --- ### **3. The Sky or Atmospheric Heaven** #### **Biblical Justification:** * The **same Greek word (οὐρανός)** is used when referring to **birds flying** in the "heavens" (Matthew 6:26).**Rain falls from "heaven"** (James 5:18), which clearly refers to the sky.**The book of Acts (**14:17**)** describes how God provides "rains from heaven," meaning the clouds above. 📖 **Biblical examples supporting this conclusion:** * **Matthew 6:26** - "Look at the birds of the air (lit. 'birds of heaven')." **James 5:18** - "Heaven gave rain."**Acts 14:17** - "Giving you rains from heaven." --- ### **4. The Celestial Realm (Sun, Moon, and Stars)** #### **Biblical Justification:** The **sun, moon, and stars** are said to be "in the heavens."Jesus prophesies that **"the stars will fall from heaven"** (Matthew 24:29).Paul describes the distinction between **"heavenly bodies" (stars, planets, etc.) and earthly bodies** (1 Corinthians 15:40). 📖 **Biblical examples supporting this conclusion:** * **Matthew 24:29** - "The stars will fall from heaven..."**1 Corinthians 15:40** - "There are heavenly bodies and earthly bodies..." --- ### **5. The Kingdom of Heaven** #### **Biblical Justification:** * In **Matthew**, Jesus often refers to "the kingdom of heaven," which is synonymous with the **Kingdom of God** (seen by comparing Matthew 4:17 with Mark 1:15). The **Kingdom of Heaven is described as something that can be entered, sought, and given** (Matthew 18:3, Matthew 5:3). 📖 **Biblical examples supporting this conclusion:** **Matthew 4:17** - "Repent, for the kingdom of heaven is at hand."**Matthew 13:44** - "The kingdom of heaven is like treasure hidden in a field."**Matthew 18:3** - "Unless you turn and become like children, you will never enter the kingdom of heaven." --- ### **6. A Symbolic or Figurative Heaven** #### **Biblical Justification:** * "Heaven" is sometimes used **symbolically** to refer to God’s realm or the spiritual reality of His rule.**Luke 15:7** speaks of "joy in heaven" over a repentant sinner, which is **not a physical event in the sky but a reference to divine celebration**.**Revelation 8:1** says "there was silence in heaven for about half an hour"-this is a symbolic vision, not a literal description of atmospheric or celestial events. 📖 **Biblical examples supporting this conclusion:** **Luke 15:7** - "There will be more joy in heaven over one sinner who repents..."**Revelation 8:1** - "There was silence in heaven for about half an hour." --- ### **Final Verification of the Conclusion** This classification is derived **solely from how οὐρανός is used in the New Testament**. Each category is built **without external theological interpretations**-only the **Bible's own context** determines the meaning. Would you like any deeper exploration of a specific category? 🚀

[@Resist.Tyranny]

@@GWConsultant Thanks! I would not have thought that original Greek language study of the Bible was withing chatgpt wheelhouse. That is excellent. The funny thing is that I did this decades ago manually, before even Logos software was around. I came up with nearly the exact same categories. I took me forever. 😞 The response about resurrected saints in heaven is very interesting. I don't think the cited verses support its conclusion, but that would be fun to prod it about. Thanks again!

[@GWConsultant]

@@Resist.Tyranny I even did not immerse into the matter. But I’ll do later and shall give you my opinion. I also have used to analyze occasions of use of the word in various places and verses where the context let’s you identify more precisely the actual literal meaning of the word. The best/fastest SW for that was BibleWorks (now - RIP). Considering abilities of AI, - IMHO the 4o’s ability to analyze texts and make concise, well formatted summaries is phenomenal. And AI always encourages to dig deeper. Sometimes though it forgets something that was already established during previous history of conversation, or makes stupid mistakes. So eyes should be open to check the validity of replies. But hints it can provide are invaluable.

[@Resist.Tyranny]

@@GWConsultant Oh yeah. I am using it right now. That is an amazing tool. I like to use less of what people think and more of logical analysis of the scripture. Telling it to exclude other sources is a great way to do that as an eyes-open starting point. I will definitely be using that more.

[@carolinelvsewe]

Not everyone can discern errors

[@MJBJ-cb2jd]

I appreciate this, but for prison ministry, can I pay $5 a month. I have no subscriptions to any media, just saying.

[@Resist.Tyranny]

Subscription is NOT a good introduction. It ended my interest. Every company that has gone subscription with their software, I stop doing business with.

[@threecrosses9988]

No, I just need the BIBLE and the direction of the HOLY SPIRIT…

[@SeanMcDowell]

Honestly, where does the Bible teach that that is all you need?

[@MrSeedi76]

Since AI models are based on stolen data. Scanning books and violating copyright, or data farming, etc. it is altogether unethical in my opinion and under no circumstances should it be used for Bible study. The only Bible "software" I use is a KJV app where I can look for verses.

[@hamasathecold7842]

Have you actually watched the video? Because the AI only references the things you actually own. And Logos owns the rights to the books they sell presumably. So how does this comment apply.

[@MrSeedi76]

​@@hamasathecold7842AI in and of itself is the problem. I won't willingly use any program that has AI integrated. I despise the whole concept. It's evil, ungodly and perverted. The age old myth that we could "become like God" and create intelligence. It will never happen. And if it does, I hope God brings down the hammer.

[@midimusicforever]

It can be a helpful tool maybe, but never trust AI. Verify everything.

[@hamasathecold7842]

Have you watched the video yet?

[@ariana-rose-bibletime]

I honestly couldn't finish listening to this video with how often he said, "Sean." That is just way too much saying someone's name during a conversation.

[@MusicalMind9]

It's a psychological sales technique

[@conservenamibia]

Or a Bible nerd simply being excited about literally the coolest tool ever.....?

[@Maxsumms]

I had a dream last night that i was in the rapture and was so sad when i woke up 😢

[@peterdobson3435]

Given that I actually argued an A.I. into admitting that it was intellectually dishonest, I think a liar is a very bad bible study assistant. A.I. has no future in bible study.

[@royhiggins7270]

Can AI help you find truth? There is only one argument needed to show something is untrue. It is impossible to have consistent beliefs about things that are untrue. That is why there are vast schisms within all religions and god beliefs. Today I'll focus on Christianity. Just look at the inconsistent beliefs among all Christian groups! From Catholics, to Protestants to Calvinists to Mormons...Christian beliefs are all over the map. What if the Calvinist's have it right...God has already chosen who will be saved and who will be condemned to hell so none of it matters anyway:). That is also why you had Christian's who supported Hitler and why you have Christians who support Trump now and you had and have Christians who believe both these men are abhorrently evil. You have Christians who vote to force raped little girls to give birth, vote for never ending gun violence, vote for inaction on climate change and health care costs and tax breaks for billionaires and you have Christians who vote exactly the opposite. Because in the end Christians are just flawed human beings who are good, evil and in between just like all other human beings. Now Christian's apologists will attempt to divert these oberservations by claiming it is because of "sin". But why would those who believe in christ do evil things and those who don't believe in him do good works? Why does it take the lie of Christ or Muhammad or Joseph Smith to make good people do evil and support evil things? Why do 99% of people know that Earth is a globe? Because truth leads to consistent belief something that Christianity has shown that it has never been able to do!

[@MrSeedi76]

Age old, debunked and frankly boring arguments. The whole "it takes religion for good people to do evil things" never was convincing. Evil people do evil things and sometimes use religion to claim what they're doing is actually good. The world wouldn't be better without religion as many seem to claim because people don't need religion to be evil. None of the major wars of the 20th century was caused by religion. What even is "the lie of Christ"? The sermon on the mount? The commandment to love God and our neighbors? The golden rule? What exactly is a "lie" about that? Honestly if atheists continue to use shallow arguments, they simply won't convince anyone to switch to their worldview (which BTW very much rests on assumptions that are just as unverifiable as the ones religion rests upon).