I wonder in preachers in 1780 were preaching that if you used a typewriter to prep your message.....
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AI--What do you think?
- Thread starter John of Japan
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The only thing I've found useful with AI is when I can't remember where a particular verse is located.
I can remember a phase from the verse and enter that into AI and most of the time there it is, exactly what I was looking for.
It quicker than referring to my notes or concordance.
Other than that I've found AI often to be a universal type thing in interpretation and very unreliable.
I can remember a phase from the verse and enter that into AI and most of the time there it is, exactly what I was looking for.
It quicker than referring to my notes or concordance.
Other than that I've found AI often to be a universal type thing in interpretation and very unreliable.
Probably in 1970, too. I preached some sermons back in the day that I had written by hand.
But here's the thing. A typewriter can't write the sermon notes for you! Here is an AI generated sermon. Not bad. But then I had to think zero minutes on it, so it's not really mine! I'd rather think, and pray, and read commentaries, and pray, and look up verses, working hard to do my sermon outlines. And it even misspelled a word, making me think it stole some preacher's notes who didn't know how to spell that word! (Can you find it?
)Sermon Title: The Helper Within
Scripture Focus: John 14:26, Acts 1:8, Romans 8:14
Introduction: The Promise of the Helper
In the wake of AI, we often look for efficiency, but the Christian life is about depth and divine power, not just efficiency. Before Jesus ascended, He promised not to leave us as orphans. He promised the Paraclete—the Helper, the Counselor, the Holy Spirit. In a world full of noise, the Spirit is the quiet whisper leading us to truth.
1. The Convictor and Comforter (John 16:8-13)
- The Spirit's Work: The Holy Spirit convicts the world of sin, righteousness, and judgment.
- Application: Conviction is not condemnation. It is the loving guiding hand of God telling us where we have wandered and drawing us back to righteousness.
- Comfort: In trials, the Spirit brings to mind the words of Christ, providing peace that surpasses understanding.
2. The Empowering Presence (Acts 1:8, Acts 2:1-4)
- Not by Might: We cannot live a supernatural life through natural means. The disciples were fearful until they were empowered.
- The Power Source: The Holy Spirit gives us boldness to witness and strength to live holy lives.
- Application: Stop relying on your own strength. When you are weak, the Spirit is strong.
3. The Guided Life (Romans 8:14, Galatians 5:16-25)
- Led by the Spirit: "For those who are led by the Spirit of God are the children of God".
- Walking in the Spirit: This means daily surrender, allowing the Spirit to guide our decisions, emotions, and actions.
- The Fruit: The result is love, joy, peace, patience, kindness, goodness, faithfulness, gentleness, and self-control.
Conclusion: Abiding in the Spirit
The Holy Spirit is not an abstract concept; He is the active presence of God in your life. Do not grieve the Spirit by relying on your own understanding or strength.
Call to Action: This week, begin each day by asking: "Holy Spirit, guide me, empower me, and fill me."
Here is what the AI sermon generator also said when I had it create another sermon outline:
Cautions for AI Sermon Generation:
Cautions for AI Sermon Generation:
- Lack of Heart: AI cannot feel or worship, potentially resulting in sermons that lack spiritual depth and personal conviction.
- Theological Accuracy: AI may mix orthodox views with unorthodox, requiring the pastor to diligently check the output.
- Over-reliance: Excessive use can foster laziness, undermining the personal, prayerful study required for preaching.
Many people were martyred as the printing press was introduced - for a few of the same reasons that people are against AI.
Rob
These are the very reasons why students should be taught how to use it properly.
Rob
Sorry, I'm not understanding this. Please explain. For example, how does the robotic AI help a student to have compassion?