Should we use AI to study the Bible?!

Firstly -- even though its programming makes it sound human, AI is NOT sentient. It does not think on its own after we ask it about something, it simply waits for us to use it again, much like the search browsers on our computers. When people don't understand that, it is easy to see how it could freak them out. But let's look a little deeper at its use in studying the Bible.

Supportive Scripture:

2 Timothy 2:15 — “Work hard so you can present yourself to God and receive His approval. Be a good worker… who correctly explains the word of truth.”

AI can be a tool to enrich Bible study — especially when it draws from the Spirit‑inspired Greek and Hebrew definitions already present in Scripture. Christians have always used tools:

• concordances,

• commentaries,

• lexicons,

• study Bibles,

• and translations.

People even debate which translation is “more inspired.” Many love the King James Version, even though many others like myself believe the NASB translations are more accurate. But no English translation fully captures the depth of the original languages.

Should we stop reading English Bibles? Of course not.

God gives grace for imperfect tools as long as the heart is to know Him.

AI is no different.

It can help clarify meaning, summarize themes, or highlight connections — but it cannot replace the Holy Spirit, personal study, or obedience.

The real test is the heart:

• Are we using AI to know God better?

• Or to avoid the work of seeking Him?

• Are we jealous of how easy it makes things for others?

• Or grateful that more people can access truth?

AI exposes motives.

It reveals whether we want God’s Word — or just convenience.

Reflection

Are you using AI as a tool to know God better, or as a shortcut to avoid seeking Him personally?

Greek/Hebrew Notes (BibleStudyTools)

• Truth — alētheia: reality as God defines it.

• Study/be diligent — spoudazō: to make every effort, to be earnest.

• Word — logos: message, revelation, meaning expressed.

Here are 2 great ways to use it to study the Bible:

#1

Explain passage, NLT on ___ (choose a specific topic or verse)

Expansion from BibleStudyTools.com lexical insights

Original Greek/Hebrew included only at the end for notes

Supportive scriptures before questions

Motivational interview questions at the end

Include main possible interpretations

#2

Use BibleStudyTools.com ONLY for Old Testament Hebrew and New Testament Greek Lexicons on ___

WRITE out the scripture passage based only on the lexicons (no other Bible translation sources).

Expand into the fullest possible rendering, carrying every nuance of the Hebrew/Greek meanings into the text.

Then give a brief additional teaching on what your version of the verse(s) say.

You may use other supportive scriptures.

Include the main possible interpretations.

Keep Greek/Hebrew words out of the teaching.

Include the original Greek/Hebrew words in the lexical insights ONLY at the end for notes.

Title format: Scripture citation (Greek/Hebrew Expansion)