Christianity Today publishes a sharp critique on AI’s impact on the concept of the "image of God."
The piece, titled "An Image of God for an Era of AI," emphasizes how our understanding of the imago Dei—the image of God—needs to be influenced by awe, mystery, and the person of Jesus Christ.
Russell Moore, the author, argues that AI challenges traditional views on human uniqueness and the divine image. This isn’t a generic AI think-piece. It highlights the spiritual and theological tensions introduced by artificial intelligence.
The launch of this article comes amid growing debates on AI’s role in reshaping human identity.
Moore states:
Our understanding of the imago Dei must be shaped by awe, mystery, and the person of Jesus Christ.
This perspective adds a religious dimension to AI discussions often dominated by tech, ethics, and economics.
The article is published by Christianity Today on July 2, 2025, and can be found here.