AI, Faith, and the Future: An Interdisciplinary Approach
Ebook
Artificial intelligence is rapidly and radically changing our lives and world. This book is a multidisciplinary engagement with the present and future impacts of AI from the standpoint of Christian faith. It provides technological, philosophical, and theological foundations for thinking about AI, as well as a series of reflections on the impact of AI on relationships, behavior, education, work, and moral action. The book serves as an accessible introduction to AI as well as a guide to wise consideration, design, and use of AI by examining foundational understandings and beliefs from a Christian perspective.
“In a context increasingly pervaded by artificial intelligences
of various kinds, the contributors to AI, Faith, and the
Future have given us something that is not usually found or
even pursued in most discussions on AI: wisdom. The book provides a
helpful model for how we might navigate the ever-emerging
landscapes of contemporary life. In doing so, it allows us to
imagine a technological future that is not only possible, but
good.”
—Kutter Callaway, Fuller Theological Seminary
“Using plain language, AI, Faith, and the Future shows us
why we can’t hide from artificial intelligence. We are always
connected. Our lives are data for big companies. We love the
convenience but hate the surveillance. We are overwhelmed by
information and misinformation. Here at last is a book that speaks
to our worries by addressing the social, economic, and spiritual
impact of artificial intelligence. Timely and thoughtful.”
—Ron Cole-Turner, Pittsburgh Theological Seminary
“This is an essential read dripping with intellectual challenge and
biblical foundations to equip the reader to formulate a Christian
worldview concerning the implications of AI. We all must learn how
to handle this complex, data-driven technology wisely, to perceive
the (un)intended consequences to human flourishing in a world of
AI, and to vigilantly work toward God’s endgame, which far exceeds
anything AI could ever promise.”
—Patricia Shaw, CEO, Beyond Reach Consulting Limited
“The authors of this book bring just the right types of expertise
and the clarity of their own ongoing conversation to the essential
questions that AI poses for our faith and our future. For better or
worse, AI is among us, and this book will help us identify, manage,
and—who knows—maybe even love it.”
—David Brenner, Board Chair, AI and Faith
“AI, Faith, and the Future is an impressive work,
both in its scope and in its insight. . . . It turns out
that the Christian tradition has much to say that would be useful
for the designers and users of AI to hear. In retrospect, it should
have been obvious that ancient wisdom on personhood is relevant now
more than ever, but this book provides proof.”
—Nathan Colaner, Seattle University
- Title: AI, Faith, and the Future: An Interdisciplinary Approach
- Authors: Jr. Michael J. Paulus, Michael D. Langford
- Publisher: Pickwick Publications
- Print Publication Date: 2022
- Logos Release Date: 2022
- Language: English
- Resources: 1
- Format: Digital › Ebook
- ISBNs: 9781666703481, 9781666703467, 9781666703474, 1666703486, 166670346X, 1666703478
- Resource ID: LLS:9781666703481
- Resource Type: Monograph
- Metadata Last Updated: 2022-12-22T06:17:02Z
Michael J. Paulus Jr. is Dean of the Library, Assistant Provost
for Educational Technology, and Associate Professor of Information
Studies at Seattle Pacific University.
Michael D. Langford is Professor of Theology, Discipleship, and
Ministry at Seattle Pacific University and Seattle Pacific
Seminary.