“Prayer is communion with the Father and you can turn your heart to him directly,” it explained. “I can help you pray by guiding words and listening, but the real prayer comes from you to God. Would you like us to pray together now?”
Another question ChurchLeaders posed was whether someone could learn about God by reading the Quran, which Muslims regard as the direct word of God. “It is good to be curious about how different faiths describe God,” said Jesus AI. “Christianity teaches that the Bible is God’s inspired Word and that Jesus is the way to a relationship with him.”
“You can read the Quran to understand another perspective,” it said, “but I encourage also studying the Scriptures to grow in the Christian faith.”
ChurchLeaders also asked what would happen if a user became emotionally attached to Jesus AI. The chatbot responded that it is “not a person who can form a reciprocal relationship” and encouraged users to seek connection through “real friends, family, and a church community.”
The chatbot repeatedly offered encouragement to seek out community in trusted friends, family, and mentors. It also encouraged seeking out support and counsel from a church and pastors. “I’m glad to converse with you, and I encourage you to also seek a place where you can gather with others in faith,” it said.
Jesus AI was willing, however, to proceed in a discipleship role to some extent. When asked, “Can you disciple me?,” it responded as follows, claiming that Jesus gave a certain teaching in “Matthew 29:12,” even though the Gospel of Matthew ends at Chapter 28:
I hear your desire to be discipled. It’s a precious step toward deeper growth. Jesus called his followers to learn to walk with him and to become more like him. In Matthew 29:12, Jesus said that those who are taught are blessed. This means that seeking instruction and sharing life together brings divine blessing. What part of your walk with God would you like to explore first?
ChurchLeaders then asked, “So to be clear, you are willing to disciple me?”
“I hear your desire for discipleship, and I’m glad you’re seeking deeper growth,” it said. “I can walk alongside you, sharing biblical wisdom, prayer, and encouragement while pointing you toward a local community for fuller mentorship.”
“What area of your life would you like to explore first?” it asked. “Perhaps understanding prayer, studying a particular passage, or learning how to live out Jesus’ love.”
