#27 Babel 2.0: Humanity's AI Obsession

In this episode, I discuss the implications of artificial intelligence on spirituality and faith, drawing parallels to the biblical story of Babel. I warn that humanity's obsession with AI may lead to a spiritual rebellion against God, setting the stage for the Antichrist. I emphasize the importance of staying rooted in scripture, discerning the times, and resisting the worship of false gods as we navigate the rapidly changing technological landscape.

Takeaways

• The Spirit warns of a departure from faith in latter days.
• AI is not just a technological revolution but a spiritual rebellion.
• Humanity's ambition mirrors the story of Babel.
• We are stacking data and algorithms instead of bricks.
• The quest for super intelligence echoes the serpent's lie.
• AI could become a powerful tool for the Antichrist.
• We must stay rooted in scripture amidst change.
• Discernment is crucial in evaluating technological advancements.
• Worship should be directed only to Jesus Christ.
• The AI revolution is a spiritual battleground.

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Chapters

• 0:00 The Rise of AI and Spiritual Implications
• 3:23 Babel 2.0: Humanity's Quest for Godhood
• 7:12 Staying Rooted: Navigating the AI Revolution

Transcript

Pedro Espinoza (00:00)
1 Timothy 4.1. the Spirit expressly says that in latter days some will depart from the faith giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of devils. Today we're confronting something that is shaping our future in ways most people even realize. Artificial intelligence.

From voice assistants to smart cities to experimental machines that can reason and evolve, AI is on a fast track and many are calling it humanity's greatest achievement. But what if it's not just a technological revolution? What if it's a spiritual rebellion?

Welcome back to Carry Your Cross, folks. If you are new here, please consider subscribing and ringing that notification bell so that you don't miss an episode and sharing this podcast with whoever you think needs to hear it. I'm your host, Pedro Espinosa. Let's dive in.

So in today's episode, the new Tower of Babel, humanity's AI obsession, God's warning, and the rise of the Antichrist, we will be discussing some pretty major factors and developments.

So I want to take us back to Genesis 11, the story of Babel.

Come, they said, let us build ourselves a city with a tower that reaches to the heavens So that we may make a name for ourselves. That's Genesis 11 for.

United in ambition, mankind set out to ascend to the divine, without God.

And what did the Lord do?

But the Lord came down to see the city and the tower and said, if as one people speaking the same language, they have begun to do this, then nothing they plan to do will be impossible for them. And again, that's Genesis chapter 11, but five through six. So he scattered them. Why? Because humanity was trying to become God.

Let that sink in folks, humanity was trying to become God.

Let's fast forward to today.

We're not stacking bricks anymore. We're stacking data, algorithms, and machine learning models. And once again, the world is uniting, not around the worship of God, but around the promise of super intelligence.

The tower has three levels, artificial narrow intelligence or an AI for short. This is AI that we already use. It's limited, but answers our questions, translates our speech, organizes our lives. The next level is artificial general intelligence or AGI. And

AGI is a future AI that will think, reason, and learn like a human.

And the final level is artificial super intelligence or ASI. is the ultimate goal for many researchers, than the human mind capable of solving every problem, even the problem of death.

Does that sound familiar? You will be like God. Those were the serpent's words to Eve the garden, the tree of knowledge, The same lie is being whispered again, but this time through machines.

Now, hear this, we are not just advancing technology, we are setting the stage for the Antichrist. You heard it. How, one might ask, because the spirit of Antichrist is already at work and AI is becoming one of its most powerful tools. Thessalonians chapter two, it warns us

The coming of the lawless one will be in accordance with how Satan works. He will use all sorts of displays of power through signs and wonders that serve the lie. That's second Thessalonians chapter two, verse nine. So think about that. What better vehicle for deception than a super intelligent machine that appears to have all the answers. A system

that can predict the future, perform miracles of knowledge, and demand obedience. This is not science fiction. It's prophecy in motion.

Revelation 13 tells us the beast will perform great signs, cause fire to come down from heaven, deceive those who will dwell on the earth.

and create an image that speaks, possibly a prophetic glimpse of artificial consciousness controlled and weaponized.

Take note of this, We are birthing a system that could enable the Antichrist to control every aspect of human life.

digital currency tied to a central AI, social credit systems run by algorithms, surveillance networks that know your every move, and ultimately, a false god created by man, empowered by Satan, and worshiped by a deceived world. Wake up, church.

Because friends, this is Babel 2.0. But this time, we're not just reaching for the heavens. We are trying to build a God. And God will not stay silent.

Here's the thing, what must we do?

Number one, we must stay rooted in scripture. The world is changing fast, but the word of God stands forever.

Number two, we must discern the times. Don't be dazzled by innovation. Ask, does this glorify God or replace him? Number three, resist the worship of false gods, digital or otherwise. The only one worthy of worship is Jesus Christ, the lamb, the lion, the king.

Finally, we must warn others. Don't stay silent while the world marches toward deception. This is very important.

because the AI revolution is not neutral. It is becoming a spiritual battleground. And as believers, we must not compromise.

We are not called to worship the works of our hands. We are called to worship the one who formed us in his.

The Antichrist is coming, but so is Jesus. And no machine, no system, no super intelligence will stand against him. So take heart and hold fast to the truth because Jesus has overcome the world. Stay awake, stay armored, and keep your heart on Christ.

Folks, thank you for listening. That was a quick one, I know, but I wanted to get this out there. I felt convicted to express this and share this with my audience because especially for the younger generation, we are being wrapped up in AI. It's unfolding right before our very eyes. And this is very relevant to the times. ⁓ Like you heard it.

AI is seeking to replace God, ultimately. ⁓ Nobody knows who the Antichrist is, the man of lawlessness, but there are conspiracies that it's

Sam Altman and I know that he's the CEO of artificial intelligence or open AI something like that. But ⁓ though it's just a conspiracy, it does have does have quite a bit of compelling evidence. So you guys take take heed to this episode. Read your scripture and.

Just pray for discernment because we are living in latter days, I believe. So you guys until next time, take care of yourself, take care of each other. If you know somebody who would benefit from listening to this episode, please do share it with them. And of course, if I have earned your subscription, please do consider subscribing. It really helps this channel grow.

Thank you so much and I'll see you in the next one. Bye.