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Send us Fan Mail The biggest myth in ministry right now is that AI replaces pastoral work. Unethical leaders use it as a shortcut; smart leaders use it as a force multiplier. If you load your own research, study notes, and frameworks into the tool, you aren't passing off work you didn't do; you're training an assistant to help you answer emails, streamline visitor assimilation, and automate busywork. Pair that system with intergenerational mentorship, where young people help elders navigate...

Send us Fan Mail Can artificial intelligence revitalize the Black Church? DK Hammonds speaks with theologian and scholar Dr. Paris L. Smith Sr. about how AI, digital systems, and prophetic theology are redefining modern ministry. Dr. Smith discusses overcoming technology skepticism in local churches, applying Frederick Douglass's framework to digital spaces, and addressing AI bias from an African-American theological perspective. Follow the Guest: • Connect with Dr. Paris L. Smith Sr | http...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode, DK Hammonds sits down with Pastor Raymond Chang, a prophetic voice and president of the Asian American Christian Collaborative. Having lived and served on five continents, Pastor Chang brings a global perspective to some of today’s most pressing conversations on race, justice, and discipleship. Together, they explore what it means to follow Jesus in a divided world, from understanding race-conscious discipleship to confronting systemic injustices and standing...

Send us Fan Mail Join DK Hammonds and Greg Richardson for a powerful conversation about how AI is shaping both ministry and technology. Greg shares his personal journey of combining faith and artificial intelligence, and how churches and small businesses can use these tools to grow and work more efficiently. They talk about everything from the history of AI and its role in cybersecurity to real, practical advice on starting tech projects and using feedback to improve. It’s a thought-provoking...

Send us Fan Mail In this engaging episode, Joy Pittman shares her transformative journey of merging faith, strategy, and storytelling. As a seven-time author and digital discipler, Joy discusses the importance of building a faith community, leaning into God's direction, and the strategic elements behind her digital discipleship efforts. The conversation also dives into the humorous yet insightful aspects of modern dating and the right way to slide into DMs, offering a masterclass in aut...