AI, Man & God | Prof. John Lennox

John is joined by mathematician, bioethicist and Christian apologist Professor John Lennox for a profound conversation centered on the current and future impacts of artificial intelligence technology. They discuss the shortcomings of science in the search for universal truth, the factors behind rising secularism in the West, China’s rapid AI implementation, our growing desire for immortality through biomedicine and the true meaning of 'faith’.

John Lennox is Emeritus Professor of Mathematics at the University of Oxford, author, Christian apologist, bioethicist and philosopher. He has written many highly-regarded books on religion, ethics and the relationship between science and faith.

In 2020, Lennox published 2084 - Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Humanity, which covers key developments in technological enhancement, bioengineering and AI. In the book, he discusses the current state of AI - its benefits, dangers and future implications.

Over the past 15 years, Lennox has been part of numerous public debates defending the Christian faith, including debates with Christopher Hitchens, Michael Shermer and Richard Dawkins.

#ai #faith #transhumanism #secularism #surveillance
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Introduction 0:00
Introducing John Lennox 0:47
Do we find truth in science? 2:00
Why is secularism on the rise? 7:46
What is Narrow Artificial Intelligence? 14:30
China’s Social Credit System 23:00
Rapid AI development 27:45
The Dangers of Artificial General Intelligence (AGI)? 33:41
The 2 alarming agendas of the 21st century 38:30
Humanity’s desire for immortality 40:30
What is true faith? 43:48
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John Lennox

[margaretdavis]

"Cursed is the man who trusts in man and makes flesh his strength, whose heart departs from the Lord". Jeremiah 17:5. 🙏.

[jackmoore-xz]

Wow, so simple, so stunningly logical. Brilliant, this man is a global treasure. God bless this man.

[lanesievers]

I love his articulate, insightful, and brilliant delivery of truth from a Godly perspective. He is a gift to us all.

[ebenasareboafo]

Not common to find such learned people boldly proclaim their faith in God. Much respect

[mickey_rose]

I’m sure I speak for others as well as myself, but I wouldn’t mind these deeper conversations to last longer than some of the more narrow subjects. John Lennox is a treasure trove of wisdom, and I would love a longer conversation so he can dive into these things a bit more.

[polly]

John Lennox is an anchor, a God- given gift to the turbulence of our deeply troubled word. May he be blessed in his every endeavour ❤

[pianosenzanima]

Just brilliant! The solution is at the Cross, but people are afraid to accept it because of moral responsibility that needs to be taken.

[davidappleton]

Thank you, Prof. John Lennox, for your faith in Jesus and his resurrection. God Bless you.

[crcronin]

As a Christian, I must say that this was absolutely brilliant.

[elnavanrensburg]

This lecture (conversation) is a real gift from God. Thank you Prof Lennox for sharing your wisdom, knowledge and insight. I can listen to John Lennox for hours on end. What a gifted brilliant (and humble) man. Oh thank you!

[apostolpappas]

"Jesus Christ broke the death barrier". What an amazing way to describe it. 
Jesus said "my kingdom is not of this world" and yes, there is a spiritual realm awaiting. It is always a great pleasure to listen to John Lennox.

[AgeDeo]

Hallelujah! Thank you, Father for what we have in Christ Jesus!!! 🙌🙂

[abpgrace]

Thank you for hosting John, he’s a gentle genius!

[cesartaptue]

It all makes sense in the hardwiring. You are an enlightenment to this world John Lennox. Your light will shine...Thank you

[geoffrobson]

Until a couple of years ago, I helped lead a Christian group on a university campus in New Zealand. During lockdown, John Lennox gave us an hour of his time to speak on science and God and to answer student questions. He was warm, clear and engaging for the full hour. When our time ended, he said goodbye and had to leave straight away, because he was about to do another session for a campus group in another part of the world. But this time, he told us, he’d be speaking in Spanish!! Such a brilliant mind, and a wonderful man of God.

[shivli]

God Bless you Professor John Lennox. Thank you

[PennySmart]

"You shall be like gods" Satan's temptation has not changed, and he still finds humans willing to aspire to this.

[Fortek]

The history of us, not being able to answer the 3 fundamental questions about life: who we are, why we are here, and where we are going and still looking for answers from science. Faith in science and not on the moral philosophical origins of life. It is not about humans becoming gods, it is about how God became human, gave us the Way, the Truth and the Life and left it with us through his Word and His Resurrection. I'm looking forward to my next life, but I know there is much to be done by me to be with Him, and that is what I would add to this magnificent interview, the need to talk to God for the rest of our earthly lives through prayer. These conversations will allow us to understand why we need to suffer and how we as sinners need to ask for His Mercy to increase our real faith, to have the hope in our next life with God and find and give the love that God asks us for Him and our neighbor. Great job Mr. Anderson, what I loved the most was the fact that you ended your interview at the precise moment when your own belief and faith were touched by Professor Lennox's words filled with the Holy Spirit.

[daviddelany]

John Lennox has a remarkable perspective. I enjoyed this immensely. Kudos and thanks.

[maelughran]

Breathtaking articulation from a man of extraordinary humility and insight into the world we live in. Lennox' words encapsulate the truth, he conveys complex ideas and thoughts so brilliantly, even non-believers may want to sit up and seriously rethink after hearing this!