A growing number of American churches are turning to artificial intelligence to engage worshippers, create sermons, and even simulate conversations with Jesus Christ, according to Axios.
From “Text With Jesus” apps to chatbots like EpiscoBot, AI tools are reshaping how congregations connect, offering everything from personalized prayers to biblical advice.
A new digital awakening is unfolding in churches, where pastors and prayer apps are turning to artificial intelligence to reach worshippers, personalize sermons, and power chatbots that resemble God. https://t.co/IAdyY8AnXl
— Axios (@axios) November 12, 2025
Pastors say these tools help manage large congregations and cut down on administrative and sermon-writing time.
But the rise of AI-guided faith has sparked concern among theologians and ethicists. Critics warn that AI-powered “spiritual” bots blur the line between divine guidance and machine algorithms, raising questions of authenticity and morality.
New AI search engine uses algorithms to show verses on both sides of any moral issue—raising big questions for Christians on faith, interpretation, and the future of tech in the church. #AI #Bible #FaithAndTech #ScriptureDebate #Christianity
— The Christian Post (@ChristianPost) November 4, 2025
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Amid a record decline in church attendance — with as many as 15,000 churches expected to close this year — religious leaders see AI as a way to modernize ministry. Still, some fear the faithful may begin relying more on chatbots than clergy for spiritual comfort.
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