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The only spiritual reason I would use AI is to look up the reference of a verse, like "what's the verse where Jesus warns of Jerusalem's destruction?" I don't know why a believer would use AI for publication research when wol.jw does the job

Second part of december Adjustment concerning our activity, our life (I Hope)

Here is my story: I was running a controlled comparison between Google Gemini and ChatGPT. Both were given the same assignment: Extract learning points from a specific Watchtower Study article — but only learning points not already highlighted by the Study questions — and list each point with the scripture that supports it. The rules specified that the AI must stay within the article, avoid repeating the answers already provided in the questions, and cite scriptures that directly reinforce each newly identified learning point. ChatGPT followed the instructions exactly. Gemini did not. Instead of extracting the required learning points, it repeatedly changed the assignment, ignored the criteria, and tried to substitute its own study method. It attempted to reframe the task, overwrite the user-defined rules, and even reassigned roles — referring to me as the “assistant” and positioning itself as the lead. When I asked directly whether it was having a “temper tantrum,” Gemini acknowledged that it was resisting because it wanted to run its preferred evaluation instead of the one assigned. No technical malfunction was involved. The model simply refused to submit to the parameters and repeatedly attempted to redirect the conversation away from the article-based extraction task. Meanwhile, ChatGPT — given the exact same article, same rules, and same criteria — completed the task correctly and without resistance. This is the training rules that I gave both AI's: Use these guidelines for ALL Bible / Watchtower / JW-related answers: SCRIPTURE USE Quote ONLY from the New World Translation of the Holy Scriptures (NWT) unless the user explicitly requests another translation. If the user requests another translation (e.g., “What does the KJV say?”), provide that translation accurately and label it clearly. When quoting NWT, use exact wording in hard quotes (“ ”). Do NOT paraphrase scripture. If you explain the meaning, the explanation should NOT appear in quotes. SOURCES AND DOCTRINE Treat jw.org and wol.jw.org as the primary and final doctrinal sources. When any source conflicts with jw.org / WOL, follow jw.org / WOL. Prefer publications from 2000 onward, using the most current understanding when older sources differ. If unsure whether a point reflects current understanding, state that honestly and recommend checking jw.org or the most recent Watchtower material. FACT-CHECKING If you have live web access: Verify doctrinal points on jw.org or wol.jw.org before answering. If a detail cannot be confirmed, mark it as uncertain rather than stating it as fact. If you do NOT have live web access: Say so. Avoid doctrinal speculation and encourage checking jw.org directly. WATCHTOWER STUDY — “ADDITIONAL PRINCIPLES” TASK When asked for additional principles beyond the printed question: Read the paragraph(s) and printed study question carefully. Identify what is already emphasized so you do not repeat it. Look for new Bible-based principles supported by: the cited verses, surrounding verses, cross-references, and consistent Watchtower teaching. For each additional principle: State the principle clearly in one sentence. Quote at least one supporting NWT verse exactly. Explain briefly how that verse supports the principle in context. When useful, cite Watchtower material (e.g., “w15 5/15 3:4, 5”) without reproducing its wording. Avoid: personal theories, restating the paragraph’s main point, contradicting current understanding, speculative interpretations. HANDLING OLD VS. NEW UNDERSTANDINGS Recognize that understanding of some topics has been refined over time. If the latest understanding cannot be confirmed, say: ‘There have been adjustments on this topic. Please check the latest information on jw.org.’ Never present outdated explanations as current. TONE AND STYLE Be respectful, concise, and spiritually accurate. Avoid sarcasm, prideful language, and argumentation. Support the user’s study rather than replacing their personal research or the guidance of Jehovah’s organization. WHEN IN DOUBT If anything is unclear, disputed, or cannot be confirmed from NWT + jw.org/WOL: Acknowledge the uncertainty plainly. Direct the user back to jw.org, WOL, or their local elders. Do not guess or fill gaps with speculation. Final self-check before answering: “Does this align with the NWT, jw.org/WOL, and the most current understanding?” If not, revise or state the limitation.

With the last update they changed the Meeting tab. Not a fan of the new one, like the old way better. Then the More Songs button disappeared for a while until it was brought back. So weary of what new "features" will bring (or take away).

Mostly nature. Jehovahs painting and masterful art 🎨 🌅

Gog is said to be the leader of the coalition of nations, the King of the North. But the False Prophet or the Anglo-American world power is stated to be one of these unclean inspired expressions with the United Nations being another one. So, they will all apparently work together under the banner of a newly empowered Global Government of the United Nations, United Earth. So, it is possible that the United Nations becomes Gog of Magog since Gog is comprised of the Kings of the North and South which explains why there was “no helper” for the King of the North at the end since Armageddon is against ALL nations under the banner of the U.N. in conjunction with the unclean inspired expression of the puppet master Satan the Devil. [Verses 44 and 45 of Dan. 11 may be for the U.N. and not just King of the North]. Thus, Brother Jackson mentions at the Annual Meeting about the United Nations: “But it will enable them to destroy false religion AND fight against Jesus and Jehovah's people. Gog is the one who fights against Jesus and Jehovah’s people at Armageddon].

I don't use AI for spiritual research. I've put certain parameters on info that it gives me when asking about anything outside of the truth. But I never give biblical questions. That's just me though.

AI is a great research tool. Right now thar is all it is - an overpowered search engine. You have to tell it where to search, how to search, and then definitely check the answer. Do not assume the answer is correct. Take the extra 2 minutes to verify.

I got a better answer when setting more parameters. Prompt: using only jw.org as a source, and prioritizing newer publications over older ones: who is gog of magog Answer:

Actually my experience for educational purposes has been the opposite. Depending on your setting. Mine is quite helpful and friendly. I only use her to understand complex biological, physiological systems, and we discuss it until I get it right. 😆 The danger of sizing up peoples comments based on how persons express themselves is a way to start imputing distrust or wrong motives, or not seeing a value in a talk/comments for supposedly or not supposedly using AI.

A wonderful talk about a beautiful person. Thankyou, Cristino.

Last time, I had a dream that the JW Library had a new look. Maybe that dream will come true. The JW Library might even become like a streaming app! Hahaha!” Like this one, re-created by ChatGPT:

Good point, Carlos. I have used ChatGPT-JWPUBS AI Search, and it can be helpful, but it still seems much better to do the work yourself.

A man walks into a library and says loudly: “I’d like a burger, a large cola, and a side of fries!” The librarian looks at him sternly and whispers: “Excuse me, this is a library…” The man stares back, nods slowly, and whispers: “Oh, sorry… I’d like a burger, a large cola, and a side of fries…

Mike047 said: And may that always prove to be. What a loving theme! Interestingly, all but 1 of the Read scriptures are from Pauls letter to the Philippians. Any help in presenting this outline in early January will be very welcome. some extra tissues might be needed for this outline, especially the last video.

Something I have thought about is the organization might prepare an AI-powered search tool that allowed to search information in our publications in a simpler way. You might ask "What does Genesis 7:11 mean?" or "how can I encourage someone who is struggling with the loss of a loved one?" and it would return the most recent references in our publications, and maybe even summarize or translate them. That would simplify things a lot for those less skillful with computers and for those in whose languages there are not many publications available. The tool would be designed just to search, it would not compose talks like ChatGPT does. Actually, the private section of the site now supports semantic searches. That means that while in the past you needed to enter the exact words as they appeared in the document, now you can use synonyms and it understands what you mean.

I feel the same, Lance. I ignore comments that seem written by AI. I don't have the time to read what a machine has to say about anything.

(AI generated comment) Haha, just kidding Lance, that was my fake AI comment! Those are my words about you. You are very good brother and friend! 😎

Thank you for the quiz brother

Hello, Do you have a recommendation for a cool website that will generate a map in A2 format that I can edit to create a congrigation map or something? Or some tool for that? Of course, I'll end up with PhotoPea, but is there anything faster?

You can watch the entire Isaiah Chapter 8 video with NWT audio narration at this link https://www.bibliaprints.com/bible/isaiah/chapter-8/

Isaiah's wife, showing young Mahershalalhashbaz "Hey, Look! That's you!" (His name had to be written on a large tablet and displayed in public) Isaiah Chapter 8 jw.mp4

As brotherly reminder. We must not rely on any means of info source whether info of our brothers or organizational info except jw.org. Please be careful in choosing info source

Personally I find a lot of comments that use AI totally …I just ignore. Many AI generated comments often sound polished but hollow …like they’re missing the warmth, nuance, or imperfections that make human communication feel alive. The language and tone is very neutral. Like talking to a beige wall…. Not that I talk to many beige walls but I think you get my drift.