88: Faith, Technology, and Deception: How AI and Smartphones Shape the Christian Life

In this episode of Naughty vs Nice, Todd, Laura, and Kelly dive into the growing influence of technology—smartphones, social media, and AI—on faith, family, and the church. Drawing from insights shared by Dr. Rosalie de Rosset, a longtime professor at Moody Bible Institute, the hosts explore how technology invades sacred spaces, numbs us to reality, and even fuels addictions like pornography. They discuss why many believers struggle to fast from their devices, what it means to guard intimacy and silence in daily life, and how parents and pastors can better disciple the next generation. The conversation turns to the dangers of AI, deepfakes, and digital deception, asking: if you can’t tell what’s real anymore, how will you stand firm in your faith? The hosts emphasize the need for Christians to be grounded in Scripture, prepared for coming deception, and intentional about cultivating real presence with God and others.