Research all you may about the origins of AI. Acknowledge the contributions made to this concept by the many mythologists and mathematicians, philosophers, physicians, psychologists, sociologists and scientists who have made their personal contributions to this explorative and even invasive system of information gathering, developing and implementation upon and within the various realms of human life.
Recognize and even compliment the many beneficial results and utilizations that have evolved from the extensive studies and developments of this concept.
Yet, in virtually each and every component of this concept and practice there is still an underlying reality that must be acknowledged and affirmed. Artificial Intelligence, in whatever form or format, is by definition artificial, and not real.
It is not an entity of its own. It is the product of those who have developed it. And it is ultimately subject to the intents and purposes of those who implement, promote and utilize it. And under the hands of those who develop and utilize it, its purposes will always be subjective to its users.
Since AI is a human development, its benefits and/or detriments will always be subject to and dependent upon the truth of its Information. Effective real and/or artificial intelligence is totally dependent upon truthful facts, information and accurate implementation in order to produce accurate and beneficial results.
Enter Satan in the Garden of Eden! Human mythology for some or spiritual truth for others, the consequences of the Information presented, believed, accepted and utilized will always be based and dependent upon the truth of the “information” utilized.
“Yea, hath God said …?” Depending upon that which is consistent with the word of God, any and everything incorporated in and utilized for present and future use and implementation that is NOT consistent nor complicit with, nor complimentary to the word, will, and way of God, is truly “artificial.” It is not “real” in the sense of divine truth. AI is not limited to nor controlled by governmental declarations.
Ultimately, the effectiveness of any information is dependent upon the truthfulness of its source. So, Eve (Adam and everybody else), is the information that you are led to act on consistent with, compliant to and based upon the truth of God’s word, will and purpose?
To what extent is the information utilized in AI based on, consistent with and infallible to the truths of God? How high could the Tower of Babel really be built? Can the forces of the Red Sea, or any sea really withstand the “winds” of God? Can the aspirations of despotic manipulators overshadow the will of God? Can the fiery furnaces of human ego and power be lit high enough to “freeze” the oprotection of the presence and power of God?
That which is inconsistent with the word, will and way of God will always be “artificial.” Even erroneous, divisive, delusive and even satanic.
In the hands of self-focused individuals, organizations and groups, what can assure, who can prevent AI from never experiencing “intellectual amnesia or non-personal dementia.” How “intelligent” can AI ever become when it is utilized for personal and/or group benefits against other persons, organizations and groups, which are diminished and/or dehumanized by its user(s)?
To what extents might AI actually be some of the “tares” sown in the “wheat fields” of God’s people? What will it take for us to “wake up” and discover that AI has already begun to appear just like “wheat?”
In reality, it is too late to separate AI from the expanding fields of human operation. But, take note. In due season, the realities of AI will cease to appear like “golden” wheat and display its darkened nature.
Who are, where are the “reapers” who shall separate the “fruits” of AI from the truths of God, which are never “artificial.” Since God’s word is truth, anything inconsistent with his word is “artificial.” It may have its benefits, but its consequences are most detrimental.
Recall Satan’s deceptive lie to Adam and Eve, “You shalt not surely die.” What is the difference between “dying” and “surely dying?” Living in deception and disobedience to the truths of God’s word results in death. And separation from the blessings, benefits and boundaries of the presence, power and protection of God is death in itself.
The challenge for all of us is to recognize, understand and distinguish the “artificial” from the “real” Intelligence. Everything that looks, sounds and feels good to you is not always good for you. Especially if it is not consistent with, nor in harmony with the word, will and way of God. That which is not of God is not real.
How “intelligent” can that which is not consistent to the truth? Artificial or real? Take your choice. Viva! The real, non-artificial, unaltered, unchangeable, immutable truths of God.
Pastor Samuel W. Hale, Jr. is the former pastor of Zion Missionary Baptist Church and president of J.L. Powell Mission Ministries.
