The Briefing with Albert Mohler Friday, October 17, 2025
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Oct 17, 2025 The discussion kicks off with OpenAI's announcement allowing erotica for verified adults, raising moral concerns about the impact on society. Gavin Newsom's signing of an anti-antisemitism bill in California is explored, alongside pushback from teachers' unions. The differentiation between nationalism and patriotism is clarified, highlighting the roles of biblical morality and pre-political institutions. Finally, the complexities of understanding God's emotions without compromising His holiness are thoughtfully examined.
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AI Shift Normalizes Pornography
- Sam Altman's plan to allow erotica for 'verified adults' marks a rapid moral and technological shift that normalizes pornography on major AI platforms.
- Albert Mohler argues age-gating won't prevent harm and technology is never morally neutral, so such changes reshape cultural norms beyond intended users.
Don't Rely On Age-Gating
- Do not trust age-gating or claims that 'adult-only' features will protect children and culture from pornographic harms.
- Avoid complacency: parents and policymakers should resist narratives that technology alone can morally safeguard society.
Euphemisms Mask Moral Collapse
- Mohler calls the shift from 'pornography' to euphemisms like 'erotica' a moral discount that disguises exploitation and commodification of sex.
- He stresses that language softening serves to normalize and expand acceptance of practices the Bible condemns.
