Tech with ThatTechPastor

Most people are using AI like a search engine and wondering why the results feel hollow. This episode fixes that in 10 minutes. We're covering the difference between Push Prompting and Pull Prompting, why your AI sounds generic (and how to fix it with one simple setup), and the AI features already sitting inside apps you use every day. No tutorials. No hype. Just the shift that gets you from o...

Welcome back to Tech with That Tech Pastor. This week’s episode is a little different. We recorded inside Kindled and Grounded, the robotic cafe my wife Courtney and I opened in downtown Napa, California. It is a coffee shop, candle bar, and slime bar built for families, conversation, creativity, and slowing down. In this special episode, Courtney sits down with Brent Wallace of Coffee Eclectic, t...

In this episode of  Tech with That Tech Pastor , Justin breaks down why so many people feel let down by ChatGPT and why the issue usually is not the tool. It is the way people use it. He explains that AI is not magic and it is not a mind reader. It responds to the clarity, context, and direction you give it. Justin walks listeners through the biggest mistakes people make with ChatGPT, including va...

Most people use ChatGPT wrong — then wonder why the results sound basic. In this episode, I flip the script and talk as if  ChatGPT itself could speak , breaking down what it  wishes  you knew before typing your first prompt. Here’s what you’ll get: Why your  first instruction sets the whole game . How  context is currency  that takes you from generic to game-changing answers. Why  ChatGPT is not...

In this episode of  That Tech Pastor , Rev. Dr. Justin R. Lester breaks down the top 5 global AI headlines of the week—and unpacks exactly what they mean for the local church. From Nvidia chips heading back to China, to Elon Musk’s Grok AI winning a Pentagon contract, to Google training thousands in AI—we explore what this means for trust, training, and transformation in ministry. This week’s stor...

Today we break down one of the most strategic moves in Silicon Valley this year: Mark Zuckerberg’s recruitment of OpenAI’s best minds and what it teaches the Church about building stronger teams. In this episode, Pastor Justin R. Lester dives into how Meta is forming a "Superteam" for Superintelligence and what churches can learn from it. This isn’t just tech drama—it’s a masterclass in...

In this week’s episode of That Tech Pastor, Pastor Justin R. Lester unpacks five cutting-edge AI stories and shows you exactly what they mean for your church, your volunteers, and your ministry impact. From billion-dollar AGI contract disputes to the launch of adaptive AI learning in Sunday school, we’ve got the insights and action steps you need to lead with wisdom and integrity. This week’s stor...

Welcome back to That Tech Pastor with Pastor Justin R. Lester. In today’s episode, we unpack five critical AI headlines, introduce a powerful new tool, explore the week’s top prompt trend, and issue a hands-on challenge to help your church lead with both wisdom and innovation. Episode Outline Introduction: Why AI matters for the Black Church Story 1: OpenAI-Microsoft Rift over Windsurf Deal Church...

In this episode of That Tech Pastor, Pastor Justin R. Lester breaks down the top 5 AI headlines of the week and connects them directly to ministry, leadership, and life in the Black Church. From robots in the narthex to budget shifts in your media ministry, this ain’t just tech talk—it’s Kingdom work. This week’s stories include:AI’s rising electricity demands — and what creation care means for di...

Episode Date:  May 23 Host:  @ThatTechPastor (Rev. Dr. Justin R. Lester) Topic:  Breaking down the biggest AI news from Google & Microsoft—and what it actually means for churches, communities, and everyday people of faith. AI isn’t on the way—it’s already in your inbox, your phone, and your pulpit. But what does that mean for your work, your witness, and your worship? In this episode, I break...

What does leadership look like when artificial intelligence isn’t just a tool—but a co-laborer? In this episode, That Tech Pastor dives deep into how pastors, ministry leaders, and visionary creatives can lead with clarity, conviction, and ethics in a world where AGI is reshaping everything. From sermon prep to spiritual care, tech is accelerating—but our souls aren’t. Tune in to hear: Why discern...

Jesus used parables. You can use prompts. In this power-packed episode, That Tech Pastor unpacks the real talk on AI + faith: how this new wave of tools can serve your calling  without  compromising your soul. With real-life ministry examples and a healthy dose of myth-busting, we’ll explore: The 5 key areas where AI can bless your workflow—from sermons to strategy. Why burnout isn’t holy and how...

In the very first episode of  Tech with That Tech Pastor , I’m breaking down the  why . Why tech? Why faith? Why now? I share the heart behind this podcast, my story navigating ministry and machine learning, and why every creator, parent, pastor, or entrepreneur needs a shepherd in this digital wilderness. Whether you’re leading in church or launching in business, this one’s for you.

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