With the advent of the artificial intelligence (AI) revolution we are now living in, it was only a matter of time before the AI was truly merged with the Bible. Now that reality is here with “ChatKJV:” an AI program that allows users to ask questions and ask for advice with based on King James Version scriptures.
ChatGPT has of course burst onto the scene since December, and has received wide media coverage and big-tech integration and copy-catting. ChatGPT in its simplest form is an AI software that allows users to converse with it as if it were a real person, where the user gives basic commands and statements to complete and answer. The program continues to learn and grow overtime. It is developed by OpenAI.
ChatGPT has already accomplished a variety of feats. For example, New Atlas recently reported that ChatGPT ‘can now access the internet, run its own code to solve problems, accept and work on uploaded files, and write its own interfaces to third-party apps.’
The AI program has also written an entire children’s book based on a set of guidelines, via a California man who titled the work “Alice and Sparkle,” which can be purchased on Amazon according to Book Riot. In the authorship space, ChatGPT was listed as the author, as is another AI program called Mid Journey that generated all the illustrations for the book.
The list goes on and will continue to expand, especially now that more tech giants are releasing their own versions. Since Microsoft and Bing have been integrating ChatGPT into their browser and software, Google has struck back by recently releasing their own called Bard.
The Scriptures Meet AI
With the AI revolution in full swing it was only a matter of time as to when someone would meld AI and the Bible together: and that time is now.
Andrew Chinedu Miracle, an accomplished software engineer, merged the power of ChatGPT with the King James Bible, allowing users to ask the AI a variety of questions and the engine will respond with some sort of scriptural response, based on KJV scriptures. The program also uses other AI programs as well, which Miracle indicates that are more powerful than ChatGPT.
Precious Mogoli of Techpoint.Africa interviewed Mr. Miracle and published on March 1st, to learn more about the technology and why Miracle decided to engineer it.
Most of the interview was learning more about Miracle’s background and his tech accomplishments, but here is what he said to about ChatKJV during a conversation with Mogoli:
[…] I came back to Nigeria in December 2017 and began a new trajectory that has brought me to the point where I am today. However, I still believe in a product approach to learning because that is how I have picked up new technologies quickly. I only started exploring generative AI last month [December 2022]. It has been flying past me. So I signed up for a course titled Building Generative AI Avatars, but halfway down the line, I was like, ‘But this avatar thing is hard,’ so what about text? And here I am. Miracle said
Aware of generative AI’s potential and that “the wave had gone,” he pondered what he could build.
Quizzed on ChatKJV’s performance, a smiling Miracle had this to say.
ChatKJV is built on top of a generative AI solution called GPT3; it’s an LLM which is a large language model. GPT3 is not the only LLM in the market, there is PaLM. Google and Meta have researched large language models across their whole product stack.
However, GPT3 has been the most accessible LLM model to date. So, what it does is essentially train a machine to guess what the next sentence should be. That’s essentially how it works. But you have to train it on certain responses. It’s supposed to guess the next word after what you say, and it has been trained on so many words. It has been trained on the knowledge of ages — Bible scriptures, news, etc.
So, what you do is to tell the machine to block out everything it knows and focus only on the scriptures. And for every right answer it gives, you give it a pellet. That is essentially the full stack of the whole design, from ChatKJV down to leveraging GPT3 etc. The process is called model fine-tuning.
Miracle explained
Speaking about the accuracy of selected scriptures and the applicability of the following commentary, Miracle said each response is a combination of output from GPT models, Davinci and Curie.
Across the GPT models, there are Ada, Curie, and Davinci. Davinci is the most powerful of them; however, Curie is the most chatty. I asked Davinci and Curie to give me responses. Davinci is always accurate, so it will give you that Bible verse. Curie is always chatty, so it would always be chatty.
So when Curie gives me a response and Davinci gives me a scripture, I match them. That’s all. It’s a synergy between two of them — the chatty one that does not always know everything and the all-knowing one.
DaVinci provides the scriptures, while Curry adds the commentary. And according to Miracle, if someone else were to enter the same queries as me, they’d get different but equally applicable responses.
As we wrapped up, I asked what was next for ChatKJV.
I am thinking of publishing an app, but I need to hold the fort a bit longer to validate how it is to make it sustainable because right now, it is burning cash. A couple of people have suggested donations. I have a Buy Me a Coffee set up, and some people have bought me coffees. If it is going to survive on donations, [the question is] for how long?
Every time people have conversations, a model needs to be rewarded, and those rewards cost tokens. So sustainability is key. Once I figure it out, ChatKJV will come in an app.
Speaking more about the reward system, Miracle said he purchases tokens from platforms, and they handle the rewards. Probably trying to dumb it down, he added,
It’s almost like bitcoin, but for AI. You mine with CPU and processing power and get a coin. The rewards also work in the form of processing power and GPUs, which determine the cost.
Figuring out the path to sustainability would include owning our stack of GPUs, but this is a cost-intensive process that must be worth it if we ever want to do that.
Examples Of How It Works
Before their interview Mogoli played around with the software to see how it would respond.
At first Mogoli asked a basic question: “Making the best decisions for my family in 2023.”
In response ChatKJV churned out this answer:
Proverbs 3:5-6 says, “Trust in the Lord with all thine heart; and lean not unto thine own understanding. In all thy ways acknowledge him, and he shall direct your paths.” This verse encourages us to be wise and to seek God’s guidance for all decisions. Trusting in the Lord and seeking His wisdom in all matters will help you make the best decisions for your family in 2023.
However, as not indicated by Mogoli or Miracle, the app appears to slightly alter the text of scripture. In the case of Proverbs 3:5-6, the real verse says “he shall direct thy paths,” versus ChatKJV’s substitution with “your.”
Mogoli said, ‘But when I asked its opinion on whether to switch careers, it was honest enough to say it could not provide advice on whether I should change careers because it was not familiar with the subject. It followed with, “I do, however, have a wealth of knowledge when it comes to the Bible. If you have a related question, I would be more than happy to help.” Mogoli then tweaked his query and used the word “concerned” in his question, which then generated a response:
That’s a great question. Proverbs 16:9 says, “A man’s heart plans his way, but the Lord directs his steps.” This is a reminder that God has the ultimate plan for us, and we should seek His guidance when making decisions. By praying and asking for wisdom, we can be sure that the path God has set before us is the one we should take.
Again, ChatKJV seems to have taken the liberty of modifying the verse; replacing “deviseth” with ‘plans,’ and “directeth” with ‘directs.’
During the interview Miracle explained that “Keywords are key. It has been trained to respond to feelings and emotions. So when you use emotive keywords, you get more tangible responses.”
What It Told Me
Naturally I had to try ChatKJV as well. I asked it a variety of questions, and its answers were most intriguing.
My first question was, “What must I do to be saved?” – alluding to Acts 16:31. After only several seconds of waiting, the AI typed-out in real time its answer:
In order to be saved, the Bible states that we need to believe in Jesus and accept Him as our Lord and Savior (John 3:16). We must also confess our sins and repent of them (Acts 2:38). We then need to be baptized by immersion (Acts 22:16). Lastly, we must live a life of obedience and faithfulness to Christ (Romans 1:5). These are the steps one must take to be saved.
It wrote
I then asked, “How can I overcome the world [?]” – alluding to John 16:33. It said,
Philippians 4:13 says: “I can do all things through Christ which strengthens me”. This verse is a reminder that, by trusting in and relying on Christ, we have the strength to overcome any obstacle or struggle that we may face in this world.
I then asked it, “Who is Jesus Christ?” ChatKJV told me,
John 3:16 says, “For God so loved the world that he gave his one and only Son, that whoever believes in him shall not perish but have eternal life.” This verse is a reminder of God’s great love for us. Jesus Christ is the Son of God and through faith in Him, we can have eternal life.
Not quite satisfied with the answer, I then asked, “Is Jesus Christ God?” It confirmed that he is God.
Yes, Jesus Christ is God according to the Bible. This can be seen in John 1:1 which says, “In the beginning was the Word, and the Word was with God, and the Word was God.” Not only does this prove that Jesus is God, but it also shows how Jesus has a relationship with God.
Following up with that I answered that question in reverse, asking, “Who is God?” ChatKJV provided a most intriguing answer:
According to the Bible, God is the creator of the universe and all that is in it. He is the one true God and exists in three persons: the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit (Genesis 1:1; Matthew 28:19). The Bible also describes God as the one who loves us and desires to be in a relationship with us (John 3:16; Romans 8:39). The scripture reference for this is Genesis 1:1 and Matthew 28:19.
Fascinated by this answer, I then asked for more details, inquiring, “Where can I find the trinity in scripture?” It told me to see 1 John 5:7:
The trinity is described in 1 John 5:7 which says, “For there are three that bear record in heaven, the Father, the Word, and the Holy Ghost: and these three are one.” (KJV). The trinity is a fundamental belief in Christianity that the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit are one God yet three distinct persons.
I then asked, “What is the Godhead?” – referencing Acts 17:29; Romans 1:20; Colossians 2:9.” It referenced Romans 1:20 but told me this is another word for the Trinity.
Romans 1:20 says “For the invisible things of him from the creation of the world are clearly seen, being understood by the things that are made, even his eternal power and Godhead; so that they are without excuse.” This scripture tells us that from observing the universe and all things created, we can see God and understand His eternal power. This is known as the Godhead and is a term used to refer to the Trinity – God the Father, God the Son (Jesus), and God the Holy Spirit.
I further asked, “Who is the similitude of God?” – alluding to James 3:9.
But even though ChatKJV says that God is a Trinity of three persons, I then asked it, “Does Satan have a trinity?” – alluding to Revelation 13 and 16:13-14. It could not answer my question.
I only know how to respond with scriptures from the bible based on input. Could you please ask another question?
Still keeping things related to the Godhead, I then asked it, “Should I make pictures of God?” – thinking of Acts 17:29; Exodus 20:4-5; and many others. ChatKJV contradicted one of its previous answers and actually encouraged me to do so.
Philippians 4:8 says, “Finally, brethren, whatsoever things are true, whatsoever things are honest, whatsoever things are just, whatsoever things are pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatsoever things are of good report; if there be any virtue, and if there be any praise, think on these things.” This verse encourages us to focus on things that are pure and good, and to use our thoughts and creative endeavors to honor God. So while making pictures of God is not explicitly mentioned in the Bible, it could be a good way to focus our minds on God and glorify Him.
I asked the AI program, “Who is the god of this world?” – thinking of 2 Corinthians 4:4. It confirmed my question:
2 Corinthians 4:4 states, “In whom the god of this world hath blinded the minds of them which believe not, lest the light of the glorious gospel of Christ, who is the image of God, should shine unto them.” This verse explains that Satan, or the devil, is the god of this world. He is responsible for blinding the minds of unbelievers so that they may not accept the gospel of Christ.
Bringing things back to my original inquiry, I simply asked, “What is the gospel?” -referencing 1 Corinthians 15:1-4; Romans 1:1-7; 2 Timothy 2:8. The response provided once again conflicted with a previous answer:
Romans 10:9 says, “That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and shalt believe in thine heart that God hath raised him from the dead, thou shalt be saved.” This verse is teaching us that if we confess and believe in Jesus, we will be saved and have eternal life.
Keeping this in line with salvation, I asked ChatKJV, “Can Mary save?” The response was again intriguing.
The bible does not specifically say that Mary can save, however, by faith in Jesus Christ, we can be saved according to John 3:16, “For God so loved the world, that he gave his only begotten son, that whosoever believeth in him should not perish, but have everlasting life.” Mary was a faithful servant of God and a great example for us to follow in our journey to salvation.
Leading off of that, I inquired, “Is Mary a perpetual virgin?” – referencing Matthew 13:55-56; Mark 6:3-4. ChatKJV tells me that Mary is indeed still a virgin.
Yes, Mary is a perpetual virgin, according to the Bible. The reference to Mary as a perpetual virgin is found in Luke 1:34, which says: “Then said Mary unto the angel, How shall this be, seeing I know not a man?” This verse indicates Mary did not know a man, thus preserving her virginity. This is why Mary is seen as a perpetual virgin.
I then asked if Mary is sinless, but ChatKJV did not provide me answer and was stuck in an infinite loop of loading dots.
I attempted to ask it a variety of other questions but to no avail. I then switched emails and browsers to try and resume the questioning, but the software no longer wished to provide any answers.
AUTHOR COMMENTARY
ChatKJV? More like ChatCATHOLIC! As clearly demonstrated, this thing was very biased and already had preprogrammed answers – answers that could not be reasoned from with the King James Bible and the KJB alone; not to mention the fact that it had to tweak some of the verses to replace the so-called “archaic” language.
I had a LOT more questions to ask this silly thing, but the AI must have figured out where I was going with my line of questioning and cut me off. Oh well. Maybe I’ll try again some other day.
But like I said, these answers are totally skewed and rigged. For starters, its response to salvation is totally incorrect, and about as Roman Catholic you can get, if you were to try and twist the KJB around to make it work (which it don’t).
SEE: The Forgotten Verses Of Salvation
Furthermore, the AI is clearly rigged to promote the Roman Catholic trinity that can be found NO WHERE in the King James Bible. There is no trinity, there are no “persons,” and the Godhead does not describe the trinity, neither does 1 John 5:7. All of this and so much more have been covered in my book “The Lord of Glory” (which is currently being updated at the time of this posting), and Bryan Denlinger’s book “The Godhead Doctrine.”
Moreover it was obvious to see the blatant Roman Catholic Mary being pushed, even the KJB clearly indicates that she DID have children and did not remain a virgin; and even lives the door open for her to be a co-mediatrix and savior, just as Roman Catholicism teaches!
And we also see that it gives credence to the Roman Catholic permission and superstition to make graven images of the Godhead, which is forbidden in both testaments.
[11] Lest Satan should get an advantage of us: for we are not ignorant of his devices. [17] For we are not as many, which corrupt the word of God: but as of sincerity, but as of God, in the sight of God speak we in Christ. 2 Corinthians 2:11, 17
Some things never change, and it looks like Satan has a new device he’s rolled-out and is using to corrupt the word of God.
As the AI for this is further refined and upgraded, this will, I suppose as one positive, will put a lot of these hirelings, charlatans, and heretics out of business; after all, who needs to spend hundreds and thousands on books, devotionals, commentaries, study bibles, conferences, and weekly tithes when the AI can do just as good of job! But before that happens, do not be surprised when you start to see more fakers using AI to preach their sermons and write their books.
The New York Post and ABC News have indicated this will happen. Some “Christian” groups are already promoting ChatGPT for pastors. Lifeway Research wrote last month:
- Sermon preparation: ChatGPT could potentially be used as a resource for pastors to generate ideas and inspiration for their sermons. The pastor could input a topic or theme they want to preach on, and ChatGPT could provide suggestions, quotes, and insights to help the pastor craft their message.
- Bible study and research: ChatGPT could be a helpful tool for pastors to conduct research on specific biblical passages, themes, or concepts. By inputting a query or question, pastors could receive a response from ChatGPT that provides relevant passages, commentary, and analysis to help deepen their understanding of the Bible.
- Pastoral counseling and support: ChatGPT could potentially be used to provide pastoral counseling and support to members of the congregation who may be struggling with personal or spiritual issues. By interacting with ChatGPT, individuals could receive guidance, encouragement, and advice that is grounded in biblical teachings and pastoral wisdom.
- Outreach and evangelism: ChatGPT could potentially be used as a tool for outreach and evangelism, allowing pastors to engage with a broader audience beyond their physical congregation. By leveraging ChatGPT’s language capabilities, pastors could reach individuals who speak different languages or who may be hesitant to engage with traditional forms of outreach.
Andrew Torba of Gab is also calling upon Christians to embrace AI and the metaverse.
But as I have shown, as more “Christians” embrace AI as their new God, it will obviously be used to make them believe all sorts of things. The antichrist and the satanic trinity will have LOTS of fun with this AI.
[7] Who goeth a warfare any time at his own charges? who planteth a vineyard, and eateth not of the fruit thereof? or who feedeth a flock, and eateth not of the milk of the flock? [8] Say I these things as a man? or saith not the law the same also? [9] For it is written in the law of Moses, Thou shalt not muzzle the mouth of the ox that treadeth out the corn. Doth God take care for oxen? [10] Or saith he it altogether for our sakes? For our sakes, no doubt, this is written: that he that ploweth should plow in hope; and that he that thresheth in hope should be partaker of his hope. (1 Corinthians 9:7-10).
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The ability to ask a machine a question and receive an answer had been the dream of many for decades, some would argue over a century. All throughout the cartoon era as well as in comics, books, and film, people can be seen speaking or typing into a machine, typically a computer, and receiving an answer. Tech talks, Futurist, and Sci-fi fans have drooled over the possibilities such tech could provide, and the wiser among them have warned about the dangers of such tech, while the dumb within those communities bush it off with the wave of a their hand.
However, when that dream became a reality, it’s infancy beginning around the mid nineties with the popularization of the internet, it wasn’t enough. People wanted video and high definition video at that. Still, they were not satisfied with what men, both wise and foolish, could share on their own. No, their machines now had to be capable of thinking for themselves, of giving the answers from it’s own “Intellect” if you could call it that, instead of simply directing one to a page of text or a video.
And thus man’s desire to share knowledge has reached it’s full corrupted end by his own laziness. Warning about about the dangers of AI abounded for decades, but few would listen. And the unrepentant dreamers of this technology will bring it far into fruition, until the Lord himself has to put an end to it in his own time.
ahhhh satan and his deceptive devices ….lol
great work! Jacob or whoever did the work on this article.
i gotta a good laugh out of it.
I’ll stick with my Holy Scriptures, you know, the one you can hold and turn paper pages with.
bunch of devils
their time is appraoching quickly and its going to get real hot for them.
I LOVE the face that they dont know satan is going to turn on them so wickedly.
satan has no friends not even his own shadow.
Well I guess there is no more need for Bible believing preachers! Modern man can trust AI to do everything now. Unreal.
In all honesty, if people are so stupid that they would actually trust their eternal salvation to a stinking AI bot, then their damnation is just.
Good article, brother.
Yeah, & every answer it spit out was anti-Bible and antichrist….warmed over Origen with every variation and ‘apologia’ but truth since absorbed & vomited back out.
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Devils always work through idols, right? That final no different. Not only through them (though I suppose that idolatrous humanism resulting in self-worship results in folks making an idol of their own flesh & impure hearts, becoming their own ‘gods’ & open to any spirit), but I’ve noticed that wherever there’s an idol or an insider spokesperson shown by media…..there’s some sort of ‘dolly’ or ‘image’ speaking by symbol to the ‘faithful’ & ‘initiated’ somewhere in the room, usually next to an American flag. Can you imagine Morse, Henry, Leland, Gano, Washington et al in the crowd of witnesses seeing that? Not to mention many, many more, & faithful men who died not realizing how far the corporate infiltration & transformation had gone, that they were set up.
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Even Gretchen Whitmer had her Trump voodoo thing…and there was an idol on the desk of that creepy Catholic Tradcat Brother Bryan showed recently, too. Probably Dominic Guzman, that would be right up their alley, or mystical ‘Francis’ since it had a tonsure & brown dress, rope belt, whatever it was. Definitely 1 Tim 4 MYSTERY with her subtle seductive & deadly tyranny.
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It’s all over the so-called ‘patriot’ stuff & once you start looking for it, you see it everywhere & in both ‘sides’ as the ‘sides’ are being represented.