Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Christian Religious Education

A Critical Analysis Between Innovation and Spirituality

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  • Eka Putri Jayanti Lago Sekolah Tinggi Teologia Bala Keselamatan Palu, Indonesia Author

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.64099/734v7q37

Keywords:

Artificial Intelligence, Christian Religious Education, Digital Ethics, Learning Innovation, Spirituality

Abstract

The rapid development of Artificial Intelligence (AI) has brought significant transformation to the field of education, including Christian Religious Education (CRE). The integration of AI in learning is becoming inevitable as this technology provides efficiency, access to extensive learning resources, and personalized as well as interactive learning experiences. This study aims to analyze the opportunities, challenges, and implications of AI implementation in CRE using a library research approach. Data were collected through a systematic review of recent scholarly literature and analyzed using thematic synthesis. The findings indicate that AI holds substantial potential to support pedagogical innovation in CRE, particularly in generating learning materials, facilitating adaptive assessment, and supporting autonomous learning. However, the adoption of AI also poses risks such as technological dependence, weakened reflective and spiritual engagement, and reduced relational depth in the learning process if not accompanied by ethical guidance and spiritual discernment. These results highlight the critical role of Christian educators as spiritual mentors in guiding learners to use AI wisely. The study concludes that the integration of AI in CRE requires a critical-balance approach, positioning AI as a tool for innovation without neglecting spirituality, Christian values, and character formation as the core of faith-based education.

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28-11-2025

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Vol. 1 No. 2 (2025)

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Integration of Artificial Intelligence in Christian Religious Education: A Critical Analysis Between Innovation and Spirituality. (2025). MARSAHALA: Journal of Religious and Cultural Studies, 1(2), 115-123. https://doi.org/10.64099/734v7q37