God and the Machine Leader Guide

Explore the possibilities of AI with discernment and grace.

The Leader Guide for God and the Machine by Nathan Webb offers thoughtful discussion questions and easy-to-follow session plans for a meaningful four-week study. Designed to complement the book, it includes opening and closing prayers, optional activities, and clear goals for each week―helping your group connect, reflect, and grow together in faith.

Artificial Intelligence (AI) has moved quickly from a novelty to something that shows up in nearly every part of our lives. What once felt like small conveniences now shapes how we work, connect, learn, and even worship. For many Christians, AI can still feel like something out of a sci-fi movie, stirring up worry, confusion, or distrust.

God and the Machine speaks to anyone who is unsure, curious, or somewhere in between. Ignoring AI is no longer an option, yet we are still called to approach every new tool with care and discernment. United Methodist pastor Nathan Webb guides readers through what AI means for the church, offering clarity, honesty, and hope. Along the way, you will explore how to welcome new possibilities without letting go of your values and how God may be opening up surprising, grace-filled opportunities in this emerging world.

Nathan Webb is an ordained elder in the United Methodist Church and the founding pastor of Checkpoint Church, a digital-first United Methodist community. He writes and teaches at the intersection of faith, technology, and pop culture, creating accessible theology for digital natives and digital skeptics alike. Through YouTube, Twitch, Substack, Discord, and other online platforms, Nathan reaches a global audience with weekly “nerdy sermons” and creative resources for churches navigating the digital age.