RCCG YAYA Sunday School Students Manual 2 March 2025 — Artificial Intelligence And Christianity

RCCG YAYA Sunday School Students Manual 2 March 2025 Lesson 27 – Artificial Intelligence And Christianity

 

TOPIC:  Artificial Intelligence And Christianity (RCCG Sunday School Manual For Young Adults And Youths (YAYA)

MEMORY VERSE: “Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.” – 1 Corinthians 10:31 (KJV)

BIBLE PASSAGE: Daniel 12:1-4 (KJV) (Scroll down for RCCG Sunday School 2 March 2025 HYMN)

1 And at that time shall Michael stand up, the great prince which standeth for the children of thy people: and there shall be a time of trouble, such as never was since there was a nation even to that same time: and at that time thy people shall be delivered, every one that shall be found written in the book.

2 And many of them that sleep in the dust of the earth shall awake, some to everlasting life, and some to shame and everlasting contempt.

3 And they that be wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament; and they that turn many to righteousness as the stars for ever and ever.

4 But thou, O Daniel, shut up the words, and seal the book, even to the time of the end: many shall run to and fro, and knowledge shall be increased.

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INTRODUCTION: Technology has existed since the Bible days (Genesis 11:3, 5-6). However, what appears new to people is the advancement and how it expands opportunities for humans. One of the latest innovations in technology in recent times is Artificial Intelligence (AI). There are varying views as to whether Christians should use AI or not. Some believers tag it as an end-time tool of the devil and the antichrist; others hold that it is a result of being created in God’s likeness with a creative mind (Genesis 1:26-27). This lesson will bridge the information gap on AI and how it can be purposefully embraced in Christendom.

LESSON OUTLINES:

1. AI EXPLAINED
2. BENEFITS AND CAUTION

1. AI EXPLAINED

Artificial intelligence refers to the imitation of human intelligence in machines, enabling them to perform tasks that typically require human intelligence. They can learn and make decisions from available options, just like humans. Like cars, airplanes, and social media (meant to improve life) AI is a tool created by scientists and engineers whom God has given creative ability to improve lives (Exodus 31:2-4). However, AI can become the controller and caretaker of man. This can degenerate into humanity worshipping the works of their hands-idolatry (Deuteronomy 5:8-9).

CLASS ACTIVITY 1: Students should share their knowledge of AI with the class.

2. BENEFITS AND CAUTION

Artificial Intelligence has several benefits for Christians. It can quickly aid access to a wealth of scriptures and other Christian texts when needed (John 5:39). It can break down the language barrier in sharing the gospel by translating texts and teachings to a broader global audience. It can be used to build online communities where Christians can pray, fellowship, and offer brotherly support (Hebrews 10:24-25). It can make online worship as real as physical gatherings. It can automatically give support by responding to common spiritual questions and guidance (1 Peter 3:15). It can be used to develop personalised training to execute kingdom projects. AI can be used to advance God’s kingdom if aligned with Christian values and principles.

Christians should watch out for areas of caution (1 Corinthians 10:23; Ephesians 5:15). There are risks and privacy issues in using AI which should not be abused (1 Corinthians 7:31). We must understand our limits that we are God’s creation (Genesis 1:27), and we cannot outdo His creative power (Isaiah 55:8-9). Christians should be wary of some scientists who are determined to make a new religion out of AI (Exodus 23:2a; Leviticus 26:1). AI should not be used in a way that conflicts with Christian beliefs (Romans 14:21-22). In providing support for one another, Christians should ensure that human relationships are not replaced by technology (Hebrews 10:25). AI should not replace the place of waiting upon the Lord for fresh words or inspiration (2 Timothy 2:15; Acts 20:32). Christians should beware lest they devote their entire lives on AI or other technological innovations and forget God (Deuteronomy 6:12). Technological addiction should be avoided so as not to kill mental and spiritual growth (1 Corinthians 6:12).

 

CLASS ACTIVITY 2: The class should discuss their level of interaction with modern technology.

CONCLUSION: Artificial intelligence is one of the technological tools borne from the creative ability God gave to man. Christians should cautiously use it to the glory of God.

QUESTIONS:

1. Explain AI in your understanding.
2. Mention three cautions to believers in using AI.

FURTHER READING:

Sunday: 1 Corinthians 10:31 (KJV)
Whether therefore ye eat, or drink, or whatsoever ye do, do all to the glory of God.

Monday: Exodus 23:2 (KJV)
Thou shalt not follow a multitude to do evil; neither shalt thou speak in a cause to decline after many to wrest judgment:

Tuesday: Deuteronomy 6:10-12 (KJV)
10 And it shall be, when the Lord thy God shall have brought thee into the land which he sware unto thy fathers, to Abraham, to Isaac, and to Jacob, to give thee great and goodly cities, which thou buildedst not, 11 And houses full of all good things, which thou filledst not, and wells digged, which thou diggedst not, vineyards and olive trees, which thou plantedst not; when thou shalt have eaten and be full; 12 Then beware lest thou forget the Lord, which brought thee forth out of the land of Egypt, from the house of bondage.

Wednesday: 1 Peter 3:8-11 (KJV)
8 Finally, be ye all of one mind, having compassion one of another, love as brethren, be pitiful, be courteous: 9 Not rendering evil for evil, or railing for railing: but contrariwise blessing; knowing that ye are thereunto called, that ye should inherit a blessing. 10 For he that will love life, and see good days, let him refrain his tongue from evil, and his lips that they speak no guile: 11 Let him eschew evil, and do good; let him seek peace, and ensue it.

Thursday: 2 Chronicles 26:14-16 (KJV)
14 And Uzziah prepared for them throughout all the host shields, and spears, and helmets, and habergeons, and bows, and slings to cast stones. 15 And he made in Jerusalem engines, invented by cunning men, to be on the towers and upon the bulwarks, to shoot arrows and great stones withal. And his name spread far abroad; for he was marvellously helped, till he was strong. 16 But when he was strong, his heart was lifted up to his destruction: for he transgressed against the Lord his God, and went into the temple of the Lord to burn incense upon the altar of incense.

Friday: Revelation 4:10-11 (KJV)
10 The four and twenty elders fall down before him that sat on the throne, and worship him that liveth for ever and ever, and cast their crowns before the throne, saying, 11 Thou art worthy, O Lord, to receive glory and honour and power: for thou hast created all things, and for thy pleasure they are and were created.

Saturday: Psalm 8:1-4 (KJV)
1 O Lord, our Lord, how excellent is thy name in all the earth! who hast set thy glory above the heavens. 2 Out of the mouth of babes and sucklings hast thou ordained strength because of thine enemies, that thou mightest still the enemy and the avenger. 3 When I consider thy heavens, the work of thy fingers, the moon and the stars, which thou hast ordained; 4 What is man, that thou art mindful of him? and the son of man, that thou visitest him?

ASSIGNMENT: Mention five (5) benefits of AI to Christianity (2X5=10 Marks).

SUNDAY SCHOOL HYMN

1. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s d
2. O how I love Thee well,
   I am happy, it makes me glad
   To rejoice at Thy birth.
3. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Thy friend friendship suits me well,
   Both young and will sing Thy song,
   We long for Sunday School.
4. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Christ was Thy first teacher,
   The Holy Spirit, great teacher,
   Does manifest in thee.
5. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   This testimony is sure,
   That God, the Father Almighty,
   Poured His blessing on Thee
6. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day,
   Though the sun be so bright,
   Or if the clouds be black with rain,
   I’ll be in Sunday School.
7. O Sunday School, on the Lord’s day
   I rejoice to see Thee,
   Will thou pass over me today?
   Without my being blest?