The Bulletin

Artificially Intelligent, Part 1

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Jul 22, 2025
In a thought-provoking discussion, Todd Korpi, a Pentecostal missiologist, and Finny Kuruvilla, a physician and investment expert, dive into the intersection of artificial intelligence and humanity. They explore how AI challenges our understanding of human identity and social practices, touching on its historical evolution and the ethical dilemmas it presents in healthcare. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of maintaining a theological perspective in a tech-driven world, urging us to reflect on our inherent flaws amidst these advancements.
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ANECDOTE

Educator's Early AI Encounter

  • Clarissa Moll first encountered AI's impact when students used ChatGPT for their essays in 2022.
  • Initially dismissive, she soon noticed AI's growing presence culturally and even in church.
INSIGHT

AI as a Human Mirror

  • Artificial intelligence mirrors human intelligence rather than possessing its own.
  • Its sophistication challenges us to define what truly distinguishes humans from AI.
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Foundations of AI and Turing Test

  • Alan Turing's test defines AI by its ability to imitate human interaction indistinguishably.
  • Scaling neural networks with abundant data and modern computing led to today's advanced AI capabilities.
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