Accurate Information (AI) – describes the Bible

Artificial Intelligence without a doubt holds considerable concerns. It is not a source for finding truth for one’s life such as Biblical scriptures truly does hold tremendous value. Without a doubt Artificial Information can be helpful. However, it is vitally important to recognize its limits.

In general, if people begin believing they cannot write what they want to say well enough and begin to lean on Artificial Intelligence, a consequence will follow: They will stop doing the thinking it takes to verbalize personal beliefs and statements on paper. This will create mental laziness.

When I write, several drafts are worked before a piece is ready to submit to a publisher. There are levels of mental digging before the best denouement or resolve can be reached. Then the message is ready to send. The old saying, “If you don’t use it, you will lose it” fits.

There are positive ways to use AI for finding information. Without a doubt that is true. But I have discovered that the information gathered by AI will often “resemble a summary or paraphrase of historical events rather than a direct quote from a recognized text or article.” That quote is AI “speaking” within a search I used to identify the “voice” behind these words, “The quotation you provided about George Washington observing Thanksgiving does not appear to be from a specific, verifiable source. It seems to resemble a summary or paraphrase of historical events rather than a direct quote from a recognized text or article.”

I surmise AI does frequently use “surmising.” It is easy to see it has biases. Yet, there are much larger problems to be solved with AI, given time. On the positive side, I have found AI can help with matters like gaining details such as a timeframe for when a quotation was published and authenticating statements made on websites.

Here is an example of what is found about the Bible using Accio (AI), which readily confirms the Bible is still the best-selling book globally:

Response:

“Market Analysis of Bible Sales:

The Bible has consistently been the best-selling book globally, with sales driven by its religious significance, societal anxiety, and targeted marketing. Recent data highlights a 22% surge in U.S. sales through October 2024, reaching 13.7 million copies (up from 9.7 million in 2019). Despite declining religious affiliation among Americans (28% describe themselves as non-religious), first-time buyers—particularly younger generations—account for a significant portion of sales.

Key Drivers of Bible Sales:

1. Anxiety and Uncertainty: Global events like AI advancements, political polarization, and economic instability have fueled demand for spiritual solace.” 2. Social Media Influence: Platforms like TikTok and YouTube have amplified faith-based discussions, with influencers sharing personal journeys. 3. Targeted Marketing: Publishers introduced Bible versions tailored to Gen Z (e.g., graphic novels, journaling editions) and diverse demographics . 4. Physical Book Preference: Despite digital accessibility, 65% of U.S. adults prefer print books for immersive, distraction-free reading.”  (Footnotes were provided, yet do not open here.)”

Yet, while searching to verify a quotation within a website that did not provide that information, I used ACCIO chat. Within chats with this AI it seems, here, to support the truth that what is in the Bible helps people believe with confidence there is a God and that God wants to speak into our lives through the Bible, which prompts prayer. Those who are honestly seeking truth have no problem believing the Bible holds the messages God intended us to use for attaining a healthy, joyful, successful life on earth—plus eternal life with Him in eternity.

GROK, another AI, says, “The Bible is indeed the best-selling book in history (estimates put lifetime sales/print distribution at 5–7 billion copies), but high sales volume alone does not logically prove that it is the literal, divinely inspired Word of God.”

Then GROK explains the popularity of the Bible, “So the Bible’s sales/distribution crown is impressive, but it is explained very adequately by two millennia of religious fervor, institutional backing, free distribution, and translation efforts—not by sales volume being evidence of unique divine origin. Many believers find the Bible’s divine status in its content, historical impact, or personal experience instead of raw copy counts.”

For those who want to read further, an article titled “Can we trust the Bible to be true?” will bring a verified answer to the question the title raises.