W is c onsin Ch ristian N e w s .c om Volume 26, Issue 2 Advanced Levels of Deception in the Age of A.I.: A Biblical Perspective Pa g e 16
By Bob Roman May 2025
2). Question the Content (The “Does This Make Sense?” Rule) “The simple believes everything, but the prudent gives thought to his steps.” (Proverbs 14:15). • Be wary of exaggerated claims and
(The “Smells Fishy?” Rule) “But solid food is for the mature, for those who have their powers of discern- ment trained by constant practice to dis- tinguish good from evil.” (Hebrews 5:14). • Pause when content triggers strong
ability to simulate human connection. Today’s AI systems can: • Analyze emotional states through facial expressions and voice patterns • Generate deeply personalized re- sponses that feel genuinely empathetic
cles.” 3). Guard your heart: “Above all else, guard your heart, for everything you do flows from it.” (Proverbs 4:23). Be vigilant about what influences your spiritual and emotional life. In interpreting Scripture for our techno- logical age, a plain grammatical reading of the Book of Revelation from a Dispen- sational Premillennial Pretribulational Fu- turist perspective offers crucial insight. This approach takes Scripture at face value, understanding that the events de- scribed in Revelation will literally occur in the future — particularly during the seven- year Tribulation period after the Rapture of the Church. Revelation 13 describes a system of control that, until recently, seemed impos- sible to implement on a global scale. Today, however, the convergence of quantum computing and artificial intelli- gence makes such systems not only pos- sible but increasingly probable: 1). Global Economic Control: Revela- tion 13:16-17 prophesies that the Beast will implement a system where “no one can buy or sell unless he has the mark.” Advanced AI running on quantum com- puters could manage the worldwide finan- cial system required for such control, possibly through digital identification that integrates with commerce on an unprece- dented scale. 2). Deceptive “Miracles”: In Revela- tion 13:13-14, we read that the False Prophet performs “great signs” to deceive people. Today’s AI technologies already create convincing deepfakes and simula- tions. Future systems could produce de- ceptions so compelling they appear miraculous, fulfilling the prophecy that many will be led astray.
“For false messiahs and false prophets will rise up and perform great signs and wonders so as to deceive, if possible, even God’s chosen ones.” - Matthew 24:24. My fellow believers, as we navigate the rapidly evolving technological landscape of 2025, we face challenges our ances- tors could scarcely imagine. Artificial in- telligence has emerged not merely as a tool but as an increasingly autonomous force reshaping our world in profound ways. This transformation carries signifi- cant spiritual implications that merit care- ful examination through the lens of Scripture. In recent years, I’ve watched with grow- ing concern as AI-powered technologies perform what many consider modern mir- acles: • Brain implants restoring sight to the blind • Neural interfaces enabling paralyzed in- dividuals to move again • Technology translating thoughts directly into speech These remarkable breakthroughs echo Jesus’ healing miracles described in Luke 7:20-22, where He tells John’s disciples: “Go back to John and tell him what you have seen and heard: the blind see, the lame walk, those with leprosy are cured, the deaf hear, the dead are raised to life, and the good news is being preached to the poor.” The parallel is striking — and concern- ing. Scripture warns us in 2 Thessaloni- ans 2:9-12 about “counterfeit power and signs and miracles” that will be used to deceive many. As technology increasingly mimics divine healing, we must remain vigilantly discerning about the source and purpose of these developments. Perhaps most troubling is AI’s growing
• Create increas- ingly convincing human-like interac- tions. This artificial em- pathy represents an unprecedented tool for manipula- tion. Unlike obvious deceptions that trig- ger our natural skepticism, AI oper- ates subtly — inter- woven with daily life in ways that by- pass our traditional defenses against falsehood.
emotional reactions • Verify images and claims through reli- able search tools • Compare narra- tives across trusted Christian and secu- lar sources • Pray for wisdom and discernment 5). Slow Down Be- fore Sharing (The “Count to Three” Rule) “Everyone should be quick to listen, slow to speak...”
emotional manipulation • Look for primary sources and documen- tation • Check for logical inconsistencies • Cross-reference information across reli- able sources • Analyze language patterns that might in- dicate AI generation 3). Observe the Behavior (The “What’s the Pattern?” Rule) “By their fruit you will recognize them.” (Matthew 7:16). Practical Application: • Watch for unnatural posting frequencies and coordination • Notice identical messages appearing across platforms • Be skeptical of content receiving unusu- ally rapid amplification • Test engagement with genuine ques- tions 4). Trust Your Spirit-Led Discernment
(James 1:19). • Before sharing content, pause to verify its authenticity • Consider whether amplifying question- able content serves truth • Share only what aligns with biblical in- tegrity • Be humble enough to correct mistakes when you've shared misinformation Beyond these specific rules, Scripture provides timeless guidance: 1). Ground yourself in truth: “Then you will know the truth, and the truth will set you free” (John 8:32). Immerse your- self in Scripture as the unshakable foun- dation of truth. 2). Test everything: “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, be- cause many false prophets have gone out into the world.” (1 John 4:1). Apply bibli- cal discernment to technological “mira-
In this age of deception and distraction, we need practical tools to navigate our digital landscape. The following “Rules of Engagement” offer biblically-informed principles for detecting falsehood, partic- ularly in AI-generated content and social media: 1). Scrutinize the Source (The “Who’s Talking?” Rule) “Beloved, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, for many false prophets have gone out into the world.” (1 John 4:1). • Verify the authenticity of accounts shar- ing information • Check account histories, creation dates, and patterns • Remember that even verified profiles can be compromised or purchased • Trace claims back to their origins, not just their amplifiers
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