The ChurchWiseAI Blog
Practical guides, ministry insights, and AI tips for modern churches.
Your Doctor's New Colleague Doesn't Have a Pulse
Stanford built an AI that predicts disease from one night of sleep. By year-end, 90% of hospitals will use AI diagnostics. Physicians are saving 15-20 hours a week. Luke was a physician before he was a Gospel writer — what would he make of medicine's new colleague?
Bearing False Witness at Scale: Deepfakes, Grok, and the Ninth Commandment
Pilate asked "What is truth?" and walked away. In 2026, the question is no longer philosophical — it's technical. From Grok's deepfake scandal to the DEFIANCE Act to the EU's proposed AI watermark, the Ninth Commandment isn't quaint. It's on fire.
Just the Facts, Ma'am: The AI Fact Sheet Your Church Needs in 2026
What is AI, really? How much energy does it use? Who builds it, who profits, and who gets left behind? A no-spin, all-sources fact sheet organized as The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly — because your church deserves facts, not fear.
Hollywood's AI Prophecy Problem: Why Entertainment Can't Imagine a Tool That's Just... a Tool
Hollywood has spent sixty years telling exactly one story about AI: it will turn evil and kill us. From Companion to Severance, how entertainment shapes public fear — and why the church needs a better narrative about technology.
When the AI Went Rogue on Prime Time: Faith, Fear, and the Stories We Tell Ourselves
Two of America's biggest TV dramas — The Pitt and 9-1-1 — tackled AI this season, and both chose fear over nuance. What does prime-time anxiety about artificial intelligence reveal about us, and what story should the church be telling instead?
30 Million Downloads: When "Ask Jesus" Apps Replace the Real Thing
Apps like "Bible Chat," "Ask Jesus," and "Text With Jesus" have been downloaded over 30 million times. Thirty million people looking for something. Finding... something. But what exactly are they finding? And what might they be missing?
The Soul in the Machine: Navigating Faith, Human Uniqueness, and the Rise of AI
When an AI-led church service delivered sermons in Germany, it sparked a profound question: what remains of our distinct spiritual essence when machines can mimic human creativity and offer spiritual counsel?
Our AI Sidekick: Embracing the Brilliant (and Bumbling) Robot in the Pews
AI is like that wonderfully enthusiastic intern who can translate ancient texts and organize your files—but might also accidentally attribute a Taylor Swift quote to St. Augustine with absolute confidence.
AI and the European Church: Wrestling with Post-Christian Technology
June 2023: 300 people packed St. Paul's Church for an AI-led worship service—"98% from a machine." Jonas Simmerlein's experiment sparked continental conversation. From Vatican ethics frameworks to Orthodox mysticism, Eastern European surveillance memory to British monastic innovation—European Christianity brings 2,000 years of wisdom to 3-year-old technology.
AI and the Asian Church: Ancient Wisdom Meets Cutting-Edge Technology
Christianity in Asia faces AI's most complex intersection—surveillance states tracking believers, Korean missionaries using tech globally, Indian churches navigating Vatican guidance, Japanese Christians as tech minorities. Ancient contemplative wisdom meets bleeding-edge AI research. The result? Perspectives the global Church desperately needs.
AI and the African Church: Ubuntu, Community, and the Digital Future
While Silicon Valley races toward AI superintelligence, African Christianity offers profound wisdom: ubuntu, spiritual sensitivity, and relational foundations. Fr. Dyikuk's challenge—"Africa battles survival while the world does AI"—reveals both infrastructure gaps and unique insights the global Church desperately needs.
A Framework for Faithful AI Engagement: Implementing Technology with Wisdom
Moving from theory to practice—how churches can harness AI's potential while avoiding pitfalls. A comprehensive framework covering principles, governance, testing, training, and evaluation for faithful technology engagement in ministry.
The Image of God in an Age of Algorithms: Theological Reflections on AI
As AI writes poetry, composes music, and produces sermons, the ancient question "What does it mean to be human?" returns with new urgency. The Church—custodian of imago Dei—must articulate a robust theology of humanity that transcends data and algorithms.
AI Tools for Ministry: A Practical Guide for Church Leaders
From sermon preparation to global evangelism, 61% of church leaders now use AI tools daily or weekly. This isn't about replacing the Holy Spirit—it's about stewarding time wisely to focus on what truly matters: relationships, pastoral care, and pointing people to Jesus.
Real Ministry Workflows: Using Multiple ChurchwiseAI Apps Together
The 11 apps aren't meant to be used in isolation. They're designed to work TOGETHER—like a ministry team. Here's how pastors are using multiple apps for common workflows.
Devotional Scribe: Personal Devotional Content Generator
Writing daily devotionals is hard. Fresh insights every day. Theology + application. Concise but meaningful. Devotional Scribe makes it faster—without sacrificing depth.
Sermon Companion: AI-Powered Sermon Prep That Understands Theology
"Be prepared," Paul told Timothy. But preparation takes time most pastors don't have. Sermon Companion doesn't replace your work—it accelerates it with theological depth and denominational faithfulness.
10 Free AI Tools Every Small Church Should Use in 2026
Discover powerful, free AI tools that can transform your small church ministry without breaking the budget. From sermon prep to social media, these tools level the playing field.
Christian Ethics and AI: A Theological Framework
Explore the intersection of artificial intelligence and Christian theology. Understand the ethical implications, biblical perspectives, and practical guidelines for faithful AI adoption in ministry.
AI Bible Study Tools: Enhancement or Replacement?
Explore how AI can deepen your Bible study without replacing spiritual discernment. Learn to use AI tools wisely while maintaining personal connection with Scripture and dependence on the Holy Spirit.
Building the Kingdom with Technology: A Biblical Framework for AI in Ministry
Discover how technology can advance the Kingdom of God when used with biblical wisdom. Explore Scripture-based principles for faithful innovation and practical applications for modern ministry.
The Small Church AI Budget Guide: Ministry Technology That Won't Break the Bank
Discover how small churches can harness the power of AI without breaking the bank. Learn about free tools, budget-friendly solutions, and strategic implementation approaches that maximize impact while minimizing cost.
How Churches Are Using AI for Evangelism: 7 Innovative Approaches That Work
From personalized outreach to multilingual ministry, discover how forward-thinking churches are leveraging AI to reach more people with the Gospel while maintaining authentic relationships and theological integrity.
The Complete Guide to AI for Churches in 2026
Discover how artificial intelligence can transform your ministry while maintaining theological integrity. Learn about tools, implementation strategies, and best practices for churches of all sizes.
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