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Doug Smith

Software developer with over three decades of experience, currently an Android-focused engineer with Covenant Eyes. Author of [Un]Intentional: How Screens Secretly Shape Your Desires, and How You Can Break Free.

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May 5, 2025 • 1h 9min

Should Christians Use AI? A Dialogical Debate w/Doug Smith and Jay Owen

Doug Smith, a seasoned software developer with a deep understanding of technology and biblical study, and Jay Owen, a marketing guru specializing in AI integration, delve into the intersection of faith and artificial intelligence. They discuss the potential of AI in ministry, while cautioning against its risks regarding trust and authenticity. The conversation highlights the importance of maintaining genuine human connections and the ethical implications of AI on jobs and biblical interpretation. Their insights challenge listeners to navigate technology thoughtfully in their spiritual practices.
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May 22, 2025 • 44min

Hour 1: AI – Friend or Foe to the Church?

Doug Smith, a seasoned software engineer and Bible enthusiast, dives into the impact of AI on the Church. He explores both the potential benefits and challenges AI presents to ministry. Discussing the dark side of AI, he raises concerns about mental health and dependency, particularly among youth. Smith emphasizes the need for discernment in navigating AI's role in creativity and human connection, questioning whether machines can truly understand human emotion. His insights prompt a crucial conversation on technology's place in faith.
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May 1, 2025 • 45min

Hour 2: Ethics and Technology

Doug Smith, a seasoned software engineer and award-winning author, along with Wesley Smith, chair at the Discovery Institute, dive into pressing ethical issues surrounding technology and life. They challenge the controversial views on euthanasia pushed by some ethicists, arguing for the intrinsic value of every life, especially the elderly. The conversation also highlights the risks of using AI in ministry and the importance of maintaining genuine human connections over technological reliance. Listeners are encouraged to navigate these complex moral landscapes critically.

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