<![CDATA[Radically Christian]]>https://www.radicallychristian.comhttps://substackcdn.com/image/fetch/$s_!jndQ!,w_256,c_limit,f_auto,q_auto:good,fl_progressive:steep/https%3A%2F%2Fsubstack-post-media.s3.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fcc982bc2-53ca-4446-9dff-53164e7beaff_512x512.pngRadically Christianhttps://www.radicallychristian.comSubstackTue, 09 Jun 2026 15:43:31 GMT<![CDATA[Who is the Holy Spirit?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/who-is-the-holy-spirithttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/who-is-the-holy-spiritWed, 27 May 2026 11:45:23 GMTWhat does the Bible say about the person and work of the Holy Spirit? What if the way you think about the Holy Spirit is quietly shrinking your relationship with God? Most of us have been shaped by a culture that wants to take everything apart; to understand the mechanics, extract maximum value, and move on. But what happens when we bring that mindset to the Holy Spirit? When He becomes a force to harness rather than a divine person to know?

In John 14, Jesus doesn't introduce the Spirit as a power source. He introduces him as another Helper; the same kind as Jesus Himself. Wes and Marcus dig into what it actually means that the Holy Spirit is a he, not an it; a divine person, not an impersonal force. And they wrestle with why that distinction changes everything: how we pray, how we read Scripture, how we live together as a church, and what the Spirit is actually up to in the world.

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]]><![CDATA[We've Been Asking the Wrong Questions About the Holy Spirit]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/weve-been-asking-the-wrong-questionshttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/weve-been-asking-the-wrong-questionsSun, 24 May 2026 12:01:46 GMTI’ve spent a lot of time asking questions about the Holy Spirit. Questions like:

  • How does the Holy Spirit dwell within a Christian?

  • How does the Holy Spirit operate today?

  • How does the Holy Spirit lead and guide us?

  • How does the Holy Spirit convict us?

These aren’t bad questions. But I’ve come to believe they’re not the right starting point.

Start with “Who,” Not “How”

The most important question we can ask about the Holy Spirit isn’t “how?” but “who?”

The Holy Spirit is not a force, a feeling, or a theological concept to be systematically analyzed. He is a person. He is God. And yet so many of us (myself included) have a habit of talking about him as an “it” rather than a “him.” We treat him like a problem to solve rather than someone to know.

When you want to get to know a person, you don’t start by cataloguing what they’re capable of. You ask about their motives. Their passions. What drives them. The same should be true of the Holy Spirit. Before we ask “how does he work?” we should ask “who is he?” and “why does he do what he does?”

I believe that if we start there, the “how” questions begin to take care of themselves.

A New Book

Those questions—who and why—are at the heart of my new book, Empowered by the Spirit: God’s Gift to Strengthen His People and Transform the World.

I didn’t write this book to explain what the Holy Spirit is or isn’t allowed to do. The Holy Spirit is God. He can do whatever he wants. I wrote it because I want to know him the way I know the Father and the Son. Not as an abstract concept, but as a member of the godhead who is present, active, and at work in our lives right now.

The book explores the metaphors Scripture uses to describe the Spirit: wind, breath, water, fire, anointing. It looks at the signs, renewal, truth, fruit, unity, and hope he brings. Each chapter is short and ends with discussion questions, because this isn’t a book to just read and set down; it’s meant to start a conversation.

The Truth the Spirit Reveals

Jesus called the Holy Spirit “the Spirit of Truth” (John 14:17). So what truth does he reveal?

Not some private, personal truth. The truth is Jesus (John 14:6). Specifically “Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God” (John 20:31). This is the truth the Holy Spirit has been revealing from the beginning. He revealed it through the apostles and the early church. He is still revealing the truth, opening people’s eyes to the reality that Jesus is King and God’s kingdom is breaking into the world. And he is empowering us to live faithfully within that kingdom.

We all need the Holy Spirit’s help to do this. We cannot be the people Jesus is calling us to be without the Spirit living in us and empowering us. He is the one who brings us to life, gives us eyes to see, unites us with our spiritual family, and produces fruit in our lives.

A Spiritual Imagination

Jesus, the apostles, and even the Old Testament prophets described the Holy Spirit and his work using all kinds of creative metaphors. He is like a stream of living water: bringing cleansing, healing, and renewal. He is like a fire: burning powerfully through every obstacle in his path. He is like wind: moving without being seen or understood. He is like breath: bringing life where there was death.

These metaphors help us expand and exercise our spiritual imaginations. They help us overcome some of the obstacles of living in our disenchanted age. They help us see what we cannot see with our eyes, hear what we cannot hear with our ears, and touch what we cannot touch with our hands. These metaphors help us take on a humble posture of wonder at what God has done, what he is doing, and what he has promised to do.

I loved writing this short book on the Holy Spirit, but I’m especially looking forward to all the conversations it will generate. I hope you will be part of those conversations.

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I love you and God loves you,

Wes McAdams

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]]><![CDATA[What Does the Bible Say About Entertainment?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/what-does-the-bible-say-about-entertainmenthttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/what-does-the-bible-say-about-entertainmentWed, 20 May 2026 11:42:55 GMTCan a Christian actually watch a movie to the glory of God? Play a video game in the name of Jesus? It sounds almost absurd until you realize Paul's command in 1 Corinthians 10:31 doesn't stop at the church door, "Whether you eat or drink or whatever you do, do all to the glory of God." That means entertainment too.

But what does that actually look like in practice? And how do you avoid the two traps: writing off all entertainment as spiritually dangerous, or treating it as a completely neutral zone where faith has no say? Wes and Marcus have both wrestled with this personally. They bring their own stories, their own failures, and a surprisingly deep theological case for why how and why you consume entertainment matters just as much as what you choose to consume.

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]]><![CDATA[How Can You Count it All Joy?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/how-can-you-count-it-all-joyhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/how-can-you-count-it-all-joyWed, 13 May 2026 11:45:54 GMT"Count it all joy when you face trials," you've probably heard James 1:2 before. However, if we're being honest, it sounds offensive. Maybe even cruel. When life is falling apart, the last thing most of us want is a command to be joyful about it. Our instinct is to escape, to find someone or something that will rescue us from the pain as fast as possible.

But what if that instinct — that desperate need to avoid suffering at all cost — is actually leading us somewhere dangerous? What if James, Peter, Paul, and even Job are all pointing to something we're not sure we really want? Wes and Marcus dig into James 1:2-4 and a surprising thread through Scripture: that suffering isn't just something God permits — it may be exactly what you need to become who you're meant to be.

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]]><![CDATA[The Death of Death]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/the-death-of-deathhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/the-death-of-deathWed, 06 May 2026 11:45:13 GMTMost of us have been taught to make peace with death: The circle of life. A natural part of things. Even well-meaning Christians sometimes shrug at the grave, "They're in a better place, so I shouldn't be sad." But what if this instinct to soften death actually robs us of something important? Scripture calls death an enemy, one that God himself wept over, one that steals not just a final breath, but everything that was supposed to flourish before that moment.

And yet Scripture also speaks of God wielding death, of the angel of death in Exodus, of death being cast into the lake of fire. How do we hold those things together? Wes and Marcus wrestle with one of the most heart-wrenching tensions in all of Scripture and what it means for how we grieve, hope, and live.

]]><![CDATA[Is Anxiety A Sin]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/is-anxiety-a-sinhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/is-anxiety-a-sinWed, 29 Apr 2026 11:45:57 GMTYou’ve heard it your whole life, “Do not be anxious about anything.” But what happens when that verse makes your anxiety worse? When the command to stop worrying just adds guilt on top of the worry you already can’t shake?

Wes and Marcus get honest about the tension so many Christians feel around anxiety: caught between preachers who call it a sin and a culture that treats it as simply unavoidable. What does the Bible actually say? And is there a way out that doesn’t feel impossible or fake?

This conversation might change the way you read Philippians 4:6, and the way you talk to yourself when anxiety hits.

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]]><![CDATA[The Gospel of Being Human]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/the-gospel-of-being-humanhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/the-gospel-of-being-humanWed, 22 Apr 2026 11:45:46 GMTWhat if being human isn’t the problem, but the point?

Wes and co-host Marcus Stenson sit down with Marty Solomon, host of the BEMA Discipleship Podcast, campus minister, and author, to explore his newly released book, The Gospel of Being Human (co-authored with Reed Dent). The conversation digs into one of the most transformative questions in theology: What if the gospel story actually begins in Genesis 1 (with humanity’s creation), not Genesis 3 (with our fall)? Marty challenges the assumption that being human is fundamentally bad news. When we recapture the biblical vision of humanity as image-bearers, it changes how we see ourselves, treat our enemies, and participate in God’s redemptive work in the world. If you’ve ever felt like Christianity teaches you to hate yourself before you can be saved, this conversation will be a breath of fresh air.

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]]><![CDATA[God Is Our Refuge: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Anxiety]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/god-is-our-refuge-ancient-wisdomhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/god-is-our-refuge-ancient-wisdomWed, 15 Apr 2026 11:45:49 GMTAnxiety is at an all-time high — but Psalm 46 has been speaking into fearful times for thousands of years. In this episode, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson dig into one of Scripture's most powerful psalms about finding refuge in God when the world feels like it's shaking apart. They explore the historical context of siege warfare, what it meant for ancient Israel to declare "God is our refuge," and why that confession is even more radical today. They also unpack the famous phrase "Be still and know that I am God" — and why it may not mean what most of us think. If you're struggling with fear and anxiety in uncertain times, this conversation is a reminder that God is your fortress, evil cannot win, and the best thing you can do is be still and remember who God is.

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Songs Mentioned:

  • "Whom Shall I Fear (God of Angel Armies)" — Chris Tomlin

  • "10,000 Reasons (Bless the Lord)" — Matt Redman

  • "Our God" — Chris Tomlin

Scripture References:

  • Psalm 46 (the full text of the episode's focus)

  • Psalm 103 — "Bless the Lord, O My Soul / Forget Not His Benefits"

  • Philippians 3:20 — "Our citizenship is in heaven"

  • Luke 10 — "Your names are written in heaven"

  • Hebrews 6:17–18 — "We who have fled for refuge"

  • Romans 8:32 — "He who did not spare his own Son..."

  • 1 Corinthians 2:8 — "The rulers of this age did not understand..."

  • Job 13:15 — "Though he slay me, yet will I trust him"

]]><![CDATA[You Were Made to Win]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/you-were-made-to-winhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/you-were-made-to-winWed, 08 Apr 2026 11:45:44 GMTWhat does it truly mean to win? In this episode, Wes and Marcus sit down with Chip Pugh, chaplain and director of team development for the Tennessee Titans, to explore his new book, Made to Win: Six Practices of Jesus for a Life on Mission. Chip brings a unique blend of NFL chaplaincy, college coaching, and decades of disciple-making to challenge our culture's distorted scoreboard of success. Together, they unpack how identity rooted in Christ —not performance, religion, or titles — unlocks the life God designed you to live. Chip walks through his SKILLS framework: six practices modeled on Jesus' own life that help believers hear God's voice, invest in others, and share their faith naturally and authentically. If you've ever wondered whether discipleship and disciple-making is really for "regular" people, this conversation will encourage and equip you.

Links and Resources:

Made to Win: Six Practices of Jesus for a Life on Mission

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]]><![CDATA[Is Medicine a Sin?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/is-medicine-a-sinhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/is-medicine-a-sinWed, 01 Apr 2026 11:45:45 GMTHas someone told you that the Bible condemns medicine because of the Greek word pharmakeia? Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson dig into this popular claim making the rounds on social media and YouTube — and carefully examine what pharmakeia actually means in its original context. They explain why a word’s etymology doesn’t determine its modern meaning, what sorcery truly looked like in the ancient world, and why this passage has nothing to do with your local pharmacy. Along the way, they tackle how to read the book of Revelation responsibly, why psychedelic drug use is a legitimate modern application of the warning, and how Christians can wisely navigate questions about medicine, mental health treatment, and reliance on God. If you’ve seen these videos online and wondered whether to take them seriously, this episode will help you think clearly, biblically, and without unnecessary fear or guilt.

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]]><![CDATA[Contentment in a Materialistic World]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/contentment-in-a-materialistic-worldhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/contentment-in-a-materialistic-worldWed, 25 Mar 2026 11:45:42 GMTAre you caught in the endless pursuit of more — more money, more status, more stuff — without ever feeling like you’ve arrived? In this episode, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson tackle one of the most countercultural teachings of the New Testament: biblical contentment. Drawing from Hebrews 13:5, 1 Timothy 6:6–8, Philippians 4:11–13, and Matthew 13:22, they expose how Western consumerism and “hustle culture” quietly shape our identity and fuel anxiety, comparison, and spiritual emptiness. Marcus shares a powerful personal story from his trips to Kenya that radically reframed his understanding of work, worth, and worship. Wes and Marcus also unpack the critical difference between contentment and complacency — and offer practical steps, including praying the Lord’s Prayer as a daily reset, to help you stop chasing the world and start resting in what God has already given you.

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]]><![CDATA[Rest for the Weary]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/rest-for-the-wearyhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/rest-for-the-wearyWed, 18 Mar 2026 11:46:01 GMT"Come to me, all who labor and are heavy laden, and I will give you rest." We love quoting Matthew 11:28-30, but what did Jesus actually mean? In this episode, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson dig into the explosive context most people skip — Jesus's sharp rebuke of hard-hearted religious cities and the crushing yoke the Pharisees placed on everyday people. They explore how "yoke" referred to the Torah and how Jesus's invitation was a radical claim to deity, echoing Exodus 33, Numbers 12, and Jeremiah 6. They also unpack why Jesus's yoke is "easy" even though the way is hard, how burnout stems from serving the wrong masters, and why the gospel transforms duty into choice. If you're exhausted from carrying the wrong yoke, this episode is for you!

Links and Resources:

  • The BEMA Podcast by Marty Solomon — https://bemadiscipleship.com

  • Virtual Jewish Library (Referenced for rabbinic theology on the yoke metaphor) — https://jewishvirtuallibrary.org

  • Pirkei Avot 3:5 (Mishnah) — "Whoever takes upon himself the yoke of the Torah, they remove from him the yoke of government and the yoke of worldly concerns.”

  • "Love Constraining to Obedience" — Hymn by William Cowper (Olney Hymns, No. 55) — "Changes a slave into a child, and duty into choice"

  • Camp Blue Haven — https://campbluehaven.com

]]><![CDATA[Are Thoughts and Prayers Sufficient?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/are-thoughts-and-prayers-sufficienthttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/are-thoughts-and-prayers-sufficientWed, 11 Mar 2026 12:02:48 GMTAre "thoughts and prayers" just empty words, or are they more powerful than we realize? In this episode, Wes and Marcus dive into Romans 12:12 to explore the crucial difference between patience and passivity when we face the brokenness of the world. They discuss why social media and algorithm-driven news leave us feeling overwhelmed and powerless, and how virtue signaling can become a substitute for genuine prayer and action.

You'll discover why biblical patience requires agency—not abdication—and how earnest, faithful prayer actually changes things on the ground. Marcus also shares a powerful four-question framework for grounding yourself when life feels out of control. If you've ever wondered whether your prayers really matter, this conversation will challenge and encourage you.

Links and Resources:

  • Freed Hardeman University — Doctor of Education (EdD): fhu.edu/edd

]]><![CDATA[Friendship with the World]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/friendship-with-the-worldhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/friendship-with-the-worldWed, 25 Feb 2026 12:45:26 GMTWhat if "friendship with the world" in James 4:4 isn't about your music playlist or your movie choices? In this episode, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson reexamine one of the most misunderstood phrases in the New Testament. Drawing on the Greco-Roman patronage system—where wealthy benefactors offered "gifts" in exchange for loyalty and allegiance—they argue that James is confronting something far deeper than a moral checklist. He's warning an oppressed church community against selling their allegiance to rich and powerful patrons instead of trusting Jesus as their sole protector and provider. From Old Testament parallels with Israel's political alliances to modern applications in the workplace, online tribalism, and partisan politics, this conversation will challenge you to ask: Can my loyalty be bought?

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]]><![CDATA[Do Not Be Conformed to This World]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/do-not-be-conformed-to-this-worldhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/do-not-be-conformed-to-this-worldWed, 18 Feb 2026 12:45:18 GMTWhat does it actually mean to “not be conformed to this world”? And what if modern neuroscience confirms what the apostle Paul wrote 2,000 years ago? In this episode of the Radically Christian Podcast, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson explore the biblical concept of “the world” as a lens, framework, and normalized pattern of rebellion against God. Drawing from Romans 12, the Epistle to Diognetus, and the latest brain science research, they unpack how our thoughts physically reshape our brains—and why that matters for spiritual formation. Discover how the early Christians lived as radical nonconformists, learn to identify the lies that keep you stuck, and find out how speaking the truth of the gospel back to those lies can literally transform your mind. Your playlist matters more than you think.

Links and Resources

Live No Lies: Recognize and Resist the Three Enemies That Sabotage Your Peace by John Mark Comer

The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery: Connecting Neuroscience and Faith to Radically Transform Your Life by Dr. W. Lee Warren

Talking Back: A Monastic Handbook for Combating Demons by Evagrius of Pontus

The Epistle to Diognetus (Full Text)

Dr. Lee Warren on Theology in the Raw with Preston Sprinkle

Logos Bible Software – Extended Free Trial

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]]><![CDATA[Spiritual Imposter Syndrome]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/spiritual-imposter-syndromehttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/spiritual-imposter-syndromeWed, 11 Feb 2026 12:46:03 GMTWhat if Jesus says “I never knew you” on judgment day—even after a lifetime of ministry? Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson tackle one of Scripture’s most terrifying passages: Matthew 7:21-23, where Jesus warns that some who prophesy and cast out demons in his name will still hear “depart from me.” This honest conversation explores the difference between religious performance and genuine discipleship, why self-righteousness is so dangerous, and what it means to truly know Christ. Discover why spiritual “imposter syndrome” might actually be a healthy sign, how the Sermon on the Mount reveals God’s heart, and why our confidence must rest in “I know a Guy” rather than “look what I did.” If you’ve ever feared you’re not good enough for God—or worried you might be too confident—this episode offers profound clarity and encouragement.

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]]><![CDATA[Is Debt a Sin?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/is-debt-a-sinhttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/is-debt-a-sinThu, 05 Feb 2026 12:45:23 GMTIs debt a sin? Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson explore Proverbs 22:7—”the borrower is slave to the lender”—to unpack the biblical wisdom around debt, lending, and financial stewardship. This episode examines how Proverbs offers general truths rather than absolute promises, distinguishing between wise financial decisions and sinful behavior. They discuss Old Testament laws against charging interest, the Year of Jubilee, and how consumer debt differs from predatory lending.

Discover why the Bible focuses more on lenders than borrowers, how perpetual debt stifles spiritual fruit, and what sacrificial generosity looks like in Christian community. Whether you’re wrestling with credit cards, student loans, or mortgage decisions, this conversation challenges Western assumptions about debt and calls believers to cruciform living that prioritizes relationships over financial gain. Learn to navigate our economic system with biblical wisdom.

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]]><![CDATA[Are We Living in the Last Days?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/are-we-living-in-the-last-dayshttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/are-we-living-in-the-last-daysThu, 29 Jan 2026 12:36:22 GMTAre we living in the last days? Join Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson in this thought-provoking exploration of 2 Timothy 3:1-9, where Paul warns Timothy about “lovers of self” and the difficult times ahead. Discover why this ancient letter is shockingly relevant to our self-obsessed culture—and why that’s not a reason to despair. Through careful biblical exegesis and cultural analysis, Wes and Marcus unpack what Paul really meant by “the last days,” challenge the modern obsession with self-love, and reveal the paradox of the Christian life: losing ourselves to truly find life. This encouraging conversation will equip you to navigate our cultural moment with hope, wisdom, and confidence in Christ’s ultimate victory.

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]]><![CDATA[What is Ecclesiastes All About?]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/what-is-ecclesiastes-all-abouthttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/what-is-ecclesiastes-all-aboutWed, 21 Jan 2026 12:45:21 GMTEcclesiastes might be more important and relevant to your life than you think. Does life feel like a relentless grind, work, dishes, routines, repeat? Discover how the ancient book of Ecclesiastes speaks directly to modern anxieties about meaning, success, and fulfillment. Join Wes McAdams and author Michael Whitworth as they explore how this misunderstood biblical book offers surprising wisdom on joy, contentment, and gratitude in everyday life.

Learn why it’s better to go to a funeral than a party, how Ecclesiastes corrects prosperity-gospel thinking, and why this honest, sometimes uncomfortable, book ultimately points us to Jesus. Whether you’re battling existential angst or chasing the next achievement, this conversation will help you stop expecting life to bear more weight than it was meant to carry.

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]]><![CDATA[Being Wise with A.I.]]>https://www.radicallychristian.com/p/being-wise-with-aihttps://www.radicallychristian.com/p/being-wise-with-aiWed, 14 Jan 2026 13:03:37 GMTIn this thought-provoking conversation, Wes McAdams and Marcus Stenson explore the promises and perils of artificial intelligence from a Christian perspective. They discuss the biggest dangers of AI, including misinformation, relationship replacement, and outsourcing our God-given ability to think deeply.

But they also share practical wisdom for using AI as a "coach, not a crutch." Learn how tools like ChatGPT can either help us flourish or participate in our own "self-erasure." Discover why authentic human relationships become a precious commodity in a world filled with artificial intelligence, and get specific guardrails for using AI wisely in your faith, family, and work.

Whether you're a tech enthusiast or skeptic, this episode will help you think critically about how AI fits into a life devoted to loving like Jesus.

Links and Resources:

Logos Bible Study Software
Technopoly by Neil Postman

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