From PNW:
A quiet but profound shift is underway in the spiritual lives of Americans–and it should command the attention of every believer, pastor, and parent. In an age once defined by pulpits and Scripture, a growing number of people are now turning to algorithms for answers about God, morality, and truth. What was once the realm of prayer and pastoral counsel is increasingly being outsourced to machines. And according to new research, this isn’t speculation–it’s measurable reality.
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A recent study conducted by the Barna Group in partnership with Gloo, reveals a startling statistic: about one-third of practicing Christians now say spiritual advice from artificial intelligence is as trustworthy as guidance from a pastor. Among practicing believers specifically, that number climbs to 34%. Even more striking, younger generations show higher openness to AI as a spiritual source, suggesting this trend is not fading–it’s accelerating.