Nick Skytland, Vice President of AI Research at GLOO, has been tracking how pastors use AI for a year through a joint research initiative with Barna. The headline finding will surprise people: 87% of pastors are using AI in some form. Only 13% say they do not use it at all. But how they are using it — and where the cautions lie — is where the conversation gets important.

Brainstorming, biblical research, and the Friday sermon temptation: Nick walks through the data, including the 24% of pastors who now use AI to write or edit sermons, double last year's number, and why he believes the biggest risk is not that pastors are using it but that they stop thinking critically about what it gives back. AI is biased, not theologically neutral, and trained on secular pluralistic information — using it for spiritual formation without pastoral judgment, he says, is like turning to Reddit for marriage advice. He also shares what GLOO is building to address that gap and why he believes the church's mandate for human formation has never mattered more than it does in the age of AI.

Highlights

• Why 87% of pastors are now using AI in some form and what that actually looks like in practice
• The top uses: brainstorming, idea generation, biblical research, small group questions, and administrative tasks
• Why 79% of pastors worry about AI replacing God and 63% worry about it replacing spiritual leaders entirely
• Why AI is not theologically neutral and defaults to secular pluralistic responses unless specifically prompted otherwise
• The Friday sermon temptation and why tired pastors need to be most on guard against outsourcing their judgment
• Why the church's core calling is formation, not information, and why friction in human relationships matters
• What GLOO is building to make AI values-aligned for faith communities and where to find the full research

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We’re revisiting one of our favorite conversations from The Greg Laurie Show, featuring acclaimed actor Dennis Quaid and his powerful story of faith, fame, addiction, and personal transformation. What drives a Hollywood legend to trade red carpets and fame for a deeper search for meaning?

From iconic roles in films like "The Big Easy" and "I Can Only Imagine," Dennis Quaid opens up about his unconventional spiritual journey—from his Baptist upbringing to exploring Eastern mysticism in India, and ultimately, a life-changing encounter with Jesus. The episode dives deep into the heart of Quaid’s story, revealing the turbulence behind the spotlight, his battles with addiction, and what finally brought him home to a living, personal faith.

Highlights include:

• A behind-the-scenes look at the making of faith-based films in Hollywood, including surprising moments from "I Can Only Imagine" and "Soul Surfer" that shaped the genre and broke box-office expectations.
• Thoughtful reflections on the role of shame, forgiveness, and the persistent hope found in Christ—no matter your past.
• Honest advice for anyone chasing success, struggling with temptation, or searching for something real in a world of quick fixes.

Woven throughout, Pastor Greg Laurie and Dennis Quaid share candid moments about life, lessons from legendary figures like Johnny Cash and Steve McQueen, and powerful truths for anyone standing at a crossroads.

If you’ve ever wondered whether God can bring beauty from ashes—or if you’re just curious what happens when a Hollywood star dares to get real about faith—you won’t want to miss this conversation.

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CHAPTERS:

00:07 Recording Johnny Cash at Home
01:12 Dennis Quaid Learns Guitar from Johnny Cash
03:36 Dylan’s Influence on The Beatles & Rock Legends
05:44 Movie Roles Dennis Quaid Regrets Turning Down
08:03 Not Getting Typecast: Dennis Quaid’s Career Philosophy
09:56 Jesus, Shame, and Freedom: Spiritual Reflections
11:30 Preparing for Doc Holliday: Physical & Emotional Toll
13:53 Ronald Reagan: Insecurity & Triumphs
16:17 Reagan’s Strategy with Gorbachev Explained
17:10 Behind the Scenes with President Trump
19:15 Staying at the White House: Clinton & Instant Coffee
20:43 The Political Divide: Common Sense vs. Extremes
22:03 Dennis Quaid’s "Seeker" Years & Spiritual Journey
26:55 The Power of Jesus’ Red Letters
28:22 "I Can Only Imagine": Shifting Faith Film Standards
31:54 Standing Up for Faith in “Soul Surfer”
33:31 Hollywood’s Spiritual Revolution

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Have you ever felt relatively sure God was leading you toward something, only to have it turn out nothing like you expected? Maybe an opportunity disappeared, something you worked hard for failed or you waited so long that you’ve begun wondering whether you heard God correctly or did something to forfeit the call. In this episode of Faith Over Fear, Carol talks with Andy Lee, author of From Failure to Faith, about the difference between God’s call and the expectations we attach to it.

Drawing from Joshua 1:9, Carol and Andy discuss how disappointment, limitations, closed doors and waiting can cause us to question our calling and measure success by results God never promised. You’ll learn how to separate what God actually said from what you assumed He meant, recognize when a change of direction might be needed and how trust Him when the journey looks different than expected. Ultimately, Carol and Andy invite us to consider a better question: What does faithfulness look like from here?

If this episode encouraged you, you might also enjoy: "Courage to 'Do the Thing' with Rebecca George"

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Have you ever approached your time with Jesus as one more task to complete? Read the Bible. Say the prayers. Check the box. Move on with the day. I understand that tendency because I've felt it too. We can love Jesus deeply while quietly treating our relationship with Him like a performance review—always wondering whether we are doing enough, growing enough, or getting it right. But Jesus never asked us to perform for His presence. He simply invited us to remain. In this week's episode of The Love Offering Podcast, I'm talking with author and speaker Christine Hoy about her book, Keeping Company with Jesus: Finding Peace in His Presence. Christine helps women trade perfectionism for peace, performance for presence, and striving for a gentler way of walking with Jesus.

We talk about:

• Recognizing when faith has become more about obligation than relationship
• What Jesus' words about the vine and branches teach us about dependence
• Finding freedom from the pressure to have a “perfect” quiet time
• Returning to Jesus through simple prayers throughout the day
• Remaining faithful during spiritually dry seasons
• Practicing Sabbath rest in a distracted world
• Recognizing when the pursuit of holiness has become unhealthy striving

Friend, you don't have to earn your place beside Jesus. He has already saved you a seat. You can stop striving, draw near, and receive the peace found only in His presence. I hope this conversation reminds you that even when you feel weary, distracted, or spiritually dry, Jesus still wants to keep company with you.

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Peace isn't always loud or dramatic — sometimes it just quietly settles over us in the ordinary, hard moments of motherhood. Other times, it shows up so tangibly we can't explain it. Today's episode explores both kinds, and the prayer that ushers us into each one.

 
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Reference: Philippians 4:7

Prayer: Father, may your peace guard our hearts, our minds, our children, and our homes. In Jesus' name, amen.

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La oración no es sólo hablar con Dios; es tener comunión con Él. Acompáñanos y descubramos juntos cómo la reverencia, la santidad y la humildad nos acercan al corazón de nuestro Padre Celestial. No te pierdas este tiempo de encuentro con Dios, en el que Su presencia puede transformar tu vida y renovar tu espíritu.

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Friendship can be easy when life is convenient, but biblical friendship calls us to something deeper: loyalty, intentionality, vulnerability, and sacrificial love. The relationship between Ruth and Naomi offers a powerful picture of faithful friendship rooted in a shared devotion to God. In this devotional, Emily Rose Massey explores how Ruth’s commitment to Naomi reflects the kind of steadfast love and loyalty Christians are called to demonstrate.

Jesus gives us the ultimate example of faithful friendship. He invested His time, attention, affection, and ultimately His life in His friends, showing that genuine love is active and sacrificial. As we pursue Christ and allow His love to shape us, our friendships can become opportunities to encourage others, grow in faith, and point one another toward God.

Highlights

• Discover what Ruth’s loyalty to Naomi teaches us about biblical friendship.
• Understand how loving God enables us to love others more intentionally.
• Explore why apathy—not hatred—can be one of the greatest obstacles to meaningful friendship.
• Learn how Scripture’s “one another” commands help us grow in Christlike relationships.
• Find practical ways to deepen friendships through conversation, shared activities, meals, and studying Scripture together.
• See how Jesus modeled sacrificial, selfless, and faithful friendship with His disciples.
• Consider how your friendships can ultimately glorify God and point others toward Christ.

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Becoming a Faithful Friend like Jesus

By: Emily Rose Massey

Bible Reading:

“But Ruth said, “Do not urge me to leave you or to return from following you. For where you go I will go, and where you lodge I will lodge. Your people shall be my people, and your God my God. Where you die I will die, and there will I be buried. May the Lord do so to me and more also if anything but death parts me from you” (Ruth 1:16-17).

“Biblical friendship exists when two or more people, bound together by a common faith in Jesus Christ, pursue him and his Kingdom with intentionality and vulnerability. Rather than serving as an end in itself, biblical friendship serves primarily to bring glory to Christ, w

Welcome to a special scripture-focused bonus episode of the Jesus Calling Podcast, where we examine the stories and roles of mothers in the Bible with author and host of the Old Ladies Know Stuff podcast Rhonda Stoppe. Rhonda walks us through the lives of women in the Bible like Naomi, Eunice the mother of Timothy, Mary, Rahab, the woman at the well, Herodias, and more. Rhonda shows us what we can learn from Biblical mothers that challenge and equip us to guide the next generation.

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Interview Quotes:

“God calls older women to teach the younger. When I look back on my life, I remember not having a clue how to be the wife I wanted to be, the mom I wanted to be, the woman I wanted to be. I needed mentors. I needed help.” - Rhonda Stoppe

“I couldn’t stop exploring the lives of these women in history that God used for their time. So many of their flawed stories reflect the grace of God that says, ‘Now I’ve got you broken and now I can use you in a way I never could have used you had you not failed.’ Because now you’re relying completely on Christ alone.” - Rhonda Stoppe  

“If you look at all the moms in Scripture, and children throughout history, you will find that their first teachers were not theologians. It was their moms.” - Rhonda Stoppe 

“Eunice and Lois were pouring into Timothy. They didn’t know that they were raising the young man who Paul would one day hand over the mantle of his ministry to. Do what’s in front of you, trust God with the outcome.” - Rhonda Stoppe

“We want to follow Jesus wholeheartedly. We want to raise our kids in the nurture and admonition of the Lord. We want to live in a manner worthy of our calling. And we want our life to reflect Christ’s love so that our kids want to follow Jesus.” - Rhonda Stoppe

"‘No greater love has a friend than this: that he lays down his life for a friend.’ You are God-ordained, called to be the moms of this next generation. You’re shaping world changers. You are the architects of the next generation—this is an incredible calling that God has put on your life." - Rhonda Stoppe

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Few parenting milestones are as nerve-racking as teaching your child to drive. Sitting in the passenger seat while they take control can test every ounce of your patience and trust. Yet it's also a powerful reminder of what parenting is all about.

From the time our children are young, we teach, guide, encourage, and correct them, preparing them for the day when they'll make decisions on their own. Proverbs 22:6 reminds us to "train up a child in the way they should go." The goal of parenting has never been to keep our children dependent on us forever, but to help them grow into faithful, responsible, Christ-centered adults.

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