Writing by Joel Davenport
Essays on faith and AI.
Essays on Christian theology and artificial intelligence.
Reflections on human dignity, creativity, spiritual formation, and our responsibilities to one another. Originally published on Substack.
All essays
-
Bypassing the Struggle
Why spiritual formation cannot be outsourced to a chatbot, and how to distinguish research assistance from surrendering interpretive responsibility.
· 9 min read
-
Bearing the Sword
What does Romans 13 contribute to Christian thinking about AI governance, national security, and responsibility for powerful technologies?
· 6 min read
-
The Unknown God
A reflection on Acts 17 and the search for a moral foundation for AI governance, social norms, and human responsibility.
· 4 min read
-
Creativity
What distinguishes human creativity from AI-generated work? A theological reflection on creative purpose, human agency, and the image of God.
· 6 min read
-
The Image of God and AI
Explore how the image of God and the biblical warnings against idolatry shape a Christian approach to artificial intelligence.
· 8 min read
-
Should Christians Use AI?
Should Christians use AI? The story of Noah offers a starting point for thinking about invention, human responsibility, and faithful use of technology.
· 4 min read
-
Introduction to AI in 2025
A January 2025 introduction to generative AI, prompts, and agents, written for readers exploring the relationship between Christian faith and technology.
· 4 min read
-
Is It My Problem?
Why should Christians care about artificial intelligence? A reflection on Paul in Athens and the responsibility to engage with the questions of our time.
· 4 min read