By Dr. Al Santos, Director of Information Technology, Assistant Professor of Theology, New Testament, and Church History

With various concerns and the growing use of AI in society, church leaders are asking the question, “Is it okay to use AI in ministry?” AI is a powerful tool with many perils if not properly used. The first caution is the fine line between delegation and dependency. But AI can be a very promising tool when used responsibly and ethically. As technology continues to advance, the challenge lies in exercising discernment to avoid the extremes of total adoption or overall rejection of AI.

By Dr. John Hofecker, Assistant Professor of Biblical Counseling

One author has defined counseling in this way, “Counseling is a conversation where one party with questions, problems, and/or trouble seeks assistance from someone they believe has answers, solutions, and help.” Thankfully, as Christians, we are not left groping in the dark for the answers to these foundational questions that shape worldview. God is our source of authority and has answered these worldview questions in His inerrant and sufficient Word, the Bible.

Exemplifying the thought-leadership of Mid-America’s world-class faculty, Dr. Bradley C. Thompson has authored two new books, including one that is the first of a new series called the “Reaching Higher! Education Series.” Dr. Thompson serves as Mid-America’s Executive Vice President and is the founding Dean of Mid-America College. He has taught Christian ministries for over […]