Praying with Robots: Christians and the Age of Artificial Intelligence (Ep. 25). Can you imagine starting your morning devotions with a Tesla bot leading you in prayer? Dr. Randy Turpin explores the rapidly evolving relationship between artificial intelligence and Christian faith in this thought-provoking episode. From AI-assisted Bible study to sermon preparation, he examines both the opportunities and temptations that come with integrating technology into our spiritual lives.

Drawing from over 40 years of ministry experience, Dr. Turpin offers practical guidelines for using AI as a research tool while maintaining the irreplaceable human elements of faith—intimacy with God, Spirit-led discernment, and authentic relationships. He addresses crucial questions: Is AI making us spiritually lazy? How do we maintain the transformative process of personal Bible study? What happens when chatbots become our confidants?

This episode challenges listeners to ask themselves: "Is this tool helping me love God and love people better, or is it becoming a substitute?" Join Dr. Turpin as he navigates the balance between embracing helpful technology and preserving the heart-to-heart, spirit-to-spirit connections that define authentic Christian ministry and relationships.

Perfect for pastors, ministry leaders, and anyone wrestling with technology's role in their faith journey. Remember: you're more than an algorithm—you're a child of the Most High God.

Part of the ongoing series exploring faithful living in the "5 a.m. moment" between darkness and light on God's timeline.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Substack: https://randyturpin.substack.com/
• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

Have you ever felt like your relationship with Jesus has lost its spark—that "first love" fire you once had? You're not alone.

Dr. Randy Turpin explores Christ's heart-stirring message to the church at Ephesus in Revelation 2, unpacking Jesus' three-step prescription for reviving first love devotion: Remember, Repent, and Return. Drawing from both Revelation 2, Paul's letter to the Ephesians, and the book of Acts, he reveals what those "first things" actually looked like—from fervent faith and sacrificial love to costly obedience.

This message is about rekindling the passionate, expectant relationship with Christ that transforms everything. Whether you're a new believer or have walked with Jesus for decades, this message offers hope and practical steps for returning to intimate devotion.

This episode may be perfect for anyone who feels spiritually dry or yearns for a deeper intimacy with Jesus.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

Have you ever found yourself second-guessing major life decisions? Wondering if you took the wrong career path, made poor choices, or somehow veered off God's best plan for your life? In this encouraging episode, Dr. Randy Turpin tackles the universal question: "What if I've missed it?"

Randy opens with an honest acknowledgment - yes, we've all missed it somewhere along the way. But he offers hope and practical wisdom for moving forward without falling into self-condemnation. He emphasizes the importance of bringing these reflections into God's presence rather than wrestling with them alone.

Key insights from this episode:

• Why you shouldn't ponder life regrets without the Holy Spirit's guidance
• How God's sovereignty works even when we make imperfect choices
• The encouraging truth that you're not relegated to "Plan B" for life
• How to trust God's hand on your life regardless of past decisions
• Why your choices moving forward matter more than past mistakes

Whether you're a young adult facing major decisions or someone looking back with regret, this episode offers biblical perspective on trusting God's grace and moving forward with confidence. Randy reminds us that God's best may still be ahead, and it starts with how we handle His goodness from this day forward.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

In this episode, Dr. Randy Turpin explores Psalm 2 and reveals a powerful spiritual principle for overcoming opposition. Drawing from personal experience as a pastor in Maine, Randy shares how God's posture toward those who rage against His anointed ones gives believers permission to laugh in the face of spiritual adversity. Discover practical insights about spiritual warfare, the world's opposition to Christians, and why sometimes a simple "Ha!" declared in faith can break oppressive spiritual atmospheres. This episode offers encouragement for anyone facing spiritual opposition and reminds us that we have everything God has on our side.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

In this heartfelt episode, Dr. Randy Turpin shares what he calls "the most important message in human history" -- the gospel of Jesus Christ. Far from being a message of condemnation, Dr. Turpin presents the gospel as the ultimate love story between God and humanity.

Starting with the honest reality that we all fall short of God's standard, he walks through the Ten Commandments to help listeners understand their need for a Savior. But the heart of the message is God's incredible love -- that while we were still running from Him, Christ died for us.

Dr. Turpin explains salvation through his simple A-B-C framework: Admit you're a sinner, Believe upon Jesus, and Confess Christ as Savior. This isn't about being good enough -- it's about God being good enough for us.

Whether you're wrestling with guilt, searching for meaning, or simply curious about Christianity, this episode offers hope and clarity about what it means to have a relationship with God. Dr. Turpin concludes with a prayer for those ready to receive Christ as their Lord and Savior.

Perfect for anyone seeking to understand the core message of Christianity or wanting to share the gospel with others.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Randy Turpin explores Romans 12:2 and the challenges of maintaining spiritual focus in our constantly connected world. Dr. Turpin examines how our minds are shaped by endless input from media, technology, and external voices, and offers practical guidance for reclaiming mental space for transformation and renewal. Discover how to cultivate a mind that reflects divine truth rather than worldly patterns, and learn strategies for practicing God's presence amid the noise of modern life.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

In this thought-provoking episode, Dr. Randy Turpin examines the profound impact of our words and introduces the concept of "word curses." Discover why phrases like "shame on you" can be spiritually harmful and learn practical alternatives that preserve dignity while still addressing behavior. Drawing from Proverbs 26:2 and other scriptures, Dr. Turpin reveals how our careless speech can return to us like "a swallow coming home to roost" and offers guidance on becoming more intentional with our language. Join this eye-opening discussion on how Christians can use their words as instruments of grace rather than judgment.

Additional Resources:

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: ⁠https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.

In this illuminating episode of "5 A.M. with Dr. Randy Turpin," we dive deep into the transformative practice of prayer and fasting through Dr. Turpin's insightful book "21 Days of Prayer and Fasting." Discover the spiritual purposes behind this powerful discipline—from breaking negative patterns and overcoming obstacles to seeking divine guidance and building spiritual authority. Dr. Turpin shares practical wisdom on maintaining sincere intentions, dealing with temptations, and using this dedicated time for profound spiritual growth. Whether you're curious about starting your first fast or looking to deepen your existing practice, this episode offers both inspiration and practical guidance for your spiritual journey. Join us for a conversation that could transform your approach to spiritual discipline and divine connection.

• Book: 21 Days of Prayer and Fasting by Dr. Turpin: https://bit.ly/transformation-21days

• Dr. Randy Turpin's Sermon Archives: https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799https://open.spotify.com/show/5xl2yFP7wNuvmIiLCefOxU?si=4e5824dc27fe4799

• Book: Daybreak by Henry Longfellow and illustrated by Alycia Janelle: ⁠⁠https://www.amazon.com/Daybreak-Henry-Wadsworth-Longfellow/dp/B0DTZ3K68K/⁠⁠
• 5AM Coffee Mug: ⁠⁠https://5am.printify.me/products⁠⁠
• Email questions and feedback to 5am.randyturpin@gmail.com.