Lots of Christians have strong opinions on technology. But perhaps one of the strongest is the opinion that there is no perfect Christian view on technology. This episode Joel and Austin question Andrew’s thoughts on this perspective, its validity, and its practicality.Chapters:0:00 - Intro2:15 - There is No One Christian View of Technology7:47 - Categories of Theological Triage12:45 - The Role of Technology in Christianity15:35 - Mere Christianity and Core Beliefs20:36 - Current Issues in Christianity and Technology32:06 - The Body of Christ and Diverse Views on TechnologySupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WWJTOur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwouldjesustech/Our Discord: https://discord.gg/NVtkqDN9Cohosted by Andrew Noble, Joel Jacob, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit https://www.whatwouldjesustech.com/
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Advent and the Technological Impulse
In this episode, we explore how the Advent calendar and technology work together. We dive into the implications of Christ's incarnation for technologists, the importance of waiting in the context of both faith and technology, and how active waiting can shape our actions during the Advent season. Ultimately, this episode highlights the deeper meanings of Advent and how it can inform our technological pursuits.Andrew's Course: https://www.andrewnoble.net/p/im-teaching-a-course-on-technologyChapters00:00 Intro02:39 Advent's Significance and Background05:31 The Relationship Between Advent and Technology16:49 The Importance of Waiting in Technology and Faith28:15 The Active Posture of Waiting37:16 Resources for Active Waiting during Advent40:12 An Atheist Perspective on Motivated Reasoning in AGISupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WWJTOur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwouldjesustech/Our Discord: https://discord.gg/NVtkqDN9Cohosted by Andrew Noble, Joel Jacob, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit https://www.whatwouldjesustech.com/
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A Christian Perspective on the Neo Robot
The first big consumer humanoid robot is here! It's called Neo and it is equally impressive as it is frightening. This provokes the big question - how should we as Christians respond? Today, we sit down and approach this topic in a way that is rooted in the Bible.Chapters:0:00 - Intro1:53 - Discussion on Neo and Skepticism4:54 - Criticisms of Robotics12:26 - The Difference Between Humans and Robots17:29 - Economic Implications35:12 - We Test a Live AI ExperimentResources:Neo's Official Website - https://www.1x.tech/Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WWJTOur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwouldjesustech/Our Discord: https://discord.gg/NVtkqDN9Cohosted by Andrew Noble, Joel Jacob, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit https://www.whatwouldjesustech.com/
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How Should Christians Talk About AI?
How Should Christians Talk About AI? In this episode, we discuss how to gracefully (in loving kindness) and truthfully (without compromise) approach conversations about AI as Christians. We must seek to be thoughtful, be human, and be like Jesus.Resources from this EpisodeAI Goes to Church: https://www.thegospelcoalition.org/reviews/ai-goes-church/AI Shepherds and Electronic Sheep: https://www.amazon.com/Shepherds-Electric-Sheep-Artificial-Intelligence/dp/1540968014/ref=sr_1_1?adgrpid=186932244416&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.yiAo3cs5Rm3hfJwjP409gg.sm5-TNqA08TbX0uzh3Flq_7W_JA5dWlBf4m8Rj69U4g&dib_tag=se&hvadid=779581857802&hvdev=c&hvexpln=0&hvlocphy=9026810&hvnetw=g&hvocijid=10188755072419422323--&hvqmt=e&hvrand=10188755072419422323&hvtargid=kwd-2407784283755&hydadcr=22592_13821282_8484&keywords=ai+shepherds+and+electric+sheep&mcid=38aa2f2b67a937c4a8a880eabbe5c96f&qid=1762754941&sr=8-1Robot Theology: https://www.amazon.com/s?k=robot+theology&crid=2A029BHNSV0RD&sprefix=robot+theology%2Caps%2C275&ref=nb_sb_nossChapters0:00 - Intro0:45 - Welcome and Overview5:06 - Christian Perspective on AI21:00 - A Critique and Reflection39:01 - What is the Current Era of AI?Support Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WWJTOur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwouldjesustech/Our Discord: https://discord.gg/NVtkqDN9Cohosted by Andrew Noble, Joel Jacob, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit https://www.whatwouldjesustech.com/
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Becoming Gods: Theosis, Telos, and Transhumanism, with Wyatt Graham
Should humans be like God? Of course, yes! In what way? Should we adopt new technologies for the sake of transforming our bodies into a new techno-humanity? Some call this transhumanism, and according to our guest, Wyatt Graham, to understand transhumanism we must understand Fredrich Niche. In this episode we navigate the difference between becoming God and becoming like God, receiving our humanity rather than altering it.Wyatt Graham is the editor-in-chief for The Gospel Coalition Canada and an Adjunct Professor at various schools, including Redeemer University. Follow him on his Substack: http://wyattgraham.com/Chapters00:00 Introduction to Transhumanism and Theosis02:33 Understanding Theosis03:27 Defining Transhumanism06:05 The Intersection of Technology and Humanity10:20 Restoration vs. Augmentation14:09 The Role of Death in Human Existence19:13 Theosis vs. Transhumanism23:27 The Nature of Love and Humanity28:30 Cultural Implications of Transhumanism33:11 The Future of Technology and HumanitySupport Us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/WWJTOur Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/whatwouldjesustech/Our Discord: https://discord.gg/NVtkqDN9Cohosted by Andrew Noble, Joel Jacob, and Austin Gravley. Original Music by Abigail Neale. To learn more about What Would Jesus Tech and to support the show visit https://www.whatwouldjesustech.com/
We exist to help Christians use tech, find rest, and glorify God.Join Joel Jacob (Product at Splunk), Austin Gravley (Pastor), and Andrew Noble (PhD Student at Nottingham) as they interview leading theologians and technology experts and grow in their ability to imitate Jesus in a digital age. Our primary audience is Christians working in technology, as well as Christian leaders (pastors, parents, youth leaders, etc.).Support us - https://www.patreon.com/WWJT