What if AI isn’t as neutral as you think? In this episode, we unpack the truth about artificial intelligence, discernment, and how to use AI without compromising your faith. Don’t miss this eye-opening conversation!

Hey friend, this is one of those conversations that honestly stirred my spirit in the best way. I’m sitting down with Misty Phillip to talk about AI—what it is, what it isn’t, and why Christians NEED discernment in this digital age.

We’re not here to create fear; we’re here to bring clarity. AI can be an incredible tool, but it can also quietly shape beliefs, influence decisions, and even replace human connection if we’re not careful.

Chapters

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[01:22] Topic and Guest Introduction

[03:57] Misty’s Transition into AI & Tech

[06:27] Why AI Could Replace Jobs

[07:25] Christian Perspective on AI

[08:00] What Is the “Trojan Horse” of AI?

[09:59] AI Hallucinations Explained

[12:54] AI in Churches & Sermons

[14:40] Why Discernment Matters Now

[15:58] Deepfakes & Digital Deception

[17:15] Staying Rooted in Truth

[18:15] Family Safe Word to Avoid Scam

[19:30] The Danger of Isolation & Technology

[20:50] Screen Time & Digital Boundaries

[21:58] AI Addiction & Replacement of Humans

[23:28] AI and Mental Health Concerns

[24:15] Parenting in the Age of AI

[26:28] AI in Health & Medicine

[29:30] How to Start Using AI Wisely

[32:42] Use AI Without Losing Wisdom

[34:53] Free Resources and Conclusion

Resources mentioned:

Free resources + Bible study + Conversation cards: mistyphillip.com

The Trojan Horse of the Digital Age by Misty Phillip on Amazon

Connect with today's guest:

Misty Phillip is an award-winning author, cybersecurity professional, and dynamic speaker who bridges the gap between faith and technology. As the COO of Trilogy Works, she operates at the forefront of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity, offering a unique perspective on today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape.

With both the expertise of a tech leader and the heart of a Bible teacher, Misty helps audiences understand how emerging technologies—especially AI—are shaping culture, influencing worldviews, and discipling the next generation.

She is the author of several impactful books, including The Struggle is Real, but So Is God, Spark Your Influence, Upskill or Die, and her latest release, The Trojan Horse of the Digital Age. In this powerful new work, Misty sounds the alarm on one of the most significant cultural shifts of our time, equipping readers with a biblical framework to engage AI with wisdom, discernment, and confidence—not fear.

Through her writing, speaking, and leadership, Misty empowers individuals and the Church to navigate the intersection of faith and technology with clarity and conviction.

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If you’ve ever felt like reading the Bible is confusing, dry, or just another box to check… you’re not alone. In this powerful conversation, I sit down with Alli Patterson to unpack how to experience a Spirit-led approach to Scripture that transforms your faith, your mindset, and your daily walk with God.

We’re talking about:

✨ How to stop “checking the box” when reading the Bible

✨ Why most people misunderstand Scripture

✨ The simple practices that make God’s Word come alive

✨ How to hear the Holy Spirit clearly (even in a noisy world)

✨ Why “5 minutes is better than zero” can change everything

This is about relationship—not religion. And it will change the way you approach God’s Word forever.

👉 Listen in, lean in, and let God meet you right where you are.

Chapters:

[00:00] Podcast Preview

[01:30] Topic and Guest Introduction

[04:52] Welcome + Faith & Fitness Connection

[05:45] Why This Bible Study Was Created

[08:00] Making the Bible Come Alive

[11:20] “My Truth” vs God’s Truth

[12:30] Why Most People Misread Scripture

[14:15] Stop Relying on Others’ Interpretations

[19:45] Quieting the Noise to Hear God

[22:40] The “Drip Effect” of Scripture

[23:15] Practice #1: Observation Method

[27:44] Reading Without Assumptions

[33:00] Where to Get the Book

[34:14] How to Stay Consistent (Even If You’re Busy)

[38:27] Faith, Family & Intentional Living

[41:30] Final Encouragement + Resources

Resources mentioned:

📘 Book: Spirit-Led Bible Study: Six Practices to Bring the Bible to Life by Alli Patterson

🌐 Website: allipatterson.com

📱 Instagram: @theallipatterson

💪 Visibly Fit™ 7-Week Accelerator Program: getvisiblyfit.com

Connect with today's guest:

Alli Patterson is a teacher, author, and passionate leader dedicated to helping people know and love Jesus through His Word. She serves as a teaching pastor at Crossroads Church on the national teaching team and is the founder of WomanCamp and Ignite Conference, where she equips women to grow deeper in their faith.

A lifelong learner with a seminary degree from Dallas Theological Seminary, Alli brings both theological depth and practical application to her work. She is the author of Spirit-Led Bible Study: Six Practices to Bring the Bible to Life, along with How to Stay Standing and Blueprint for Belonging, all designed to help translate biblical truth into everyday life.

Alli is a wife and mom of four based in Cincinnati, Ohio. She loves running, cheering on the Buckeyes, enjoying Mexican food, and spending time with her family (and her sassy calico cat). Through her writing, speaking, and podcast conversations, she inspires others to experience a real, personal relationship with God.

P.S. If you're just checking out the show to see if it's a good fit for you, welcome!

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If you want to change your life, you need to start changing your thoughts through self brain surgery. In this episode of Visibly Fit, I sit down with neurosurgeon Dr. Lee Warren to talk about how you can literally rewire your brain and transform your life.

We explore the science behind neuroplasticity, why your thoughts shape your brain, and how faith and neuroscience both reveal the same powerful truth: you are not stuck the way you are.

Dr. Warren shares the concept of “self-brain surgery”—the intentional process of changing your thoughts so your brain rewires itself for hope, healing, and transformation.

Friend, this conversation is packed with hope and practical wisdom. If you've ever felt stuck in your mindset, habits, or emotions, this episode will encourage you that change is possible.

🎧 Listen now and learn how to take back control of your thoughts and your life.

#VisiblyFit #MindsetTransformation #NeuroscienceFaith

Chapters

00:00 Podcast Preview: Self-Brain Surgery

01:27 Topic and Guest Introduction

05:00 The Doctor Who Performed Surgery on Himself

10:10 Why Most People Believe They’re “Stuck”

11:49 The Neuroscience of Changing Your Brain

14:40 Mind vs Brain – What’s the Difference?

16:20 Trauma, Loss, and Dr. Lee Warren’s Story

20:56 The Brain Scan That Changed Everything

26:40 Social Media, Dopamine & Anxiety

30:36 Why Habits Are So Hard to Break

34:40 Practice Makes Permanent

36:00 Why Feelings Are Not Facts

38:54 Metacognition – Thinking About Your Thinking

42:00 How Your Thoughts Affect Everyone Around You

45:50 Generational Trauma & Epigenetics

48:10 The Most Important Commandment of Self-Brain Surgery

51:40 Final Encouragement + Book Info

Resources mentioned:

• Dr. Lee Warren's Website: https://drleewarren.com

• Book: The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery (Available on Amazon)

• Visibly Fit™ 7-Week Accelerator Program: https://getvisiblyfit.com

Connect with today's guest:

Dr. W. Lee Warren is a board-certified neurosurgeon, Iraq War veteran, trauma survivor, and award-winning author who has spent more than 25 years helping people heal both physically and mentally. After performing more than 200 brain surgeries in just 125 days while serving during the Iraq War, Dr. Warren returned home carrying the invisible wounds of trauma and PTSD.

His life was further shaken by devastating personal losses, including divorce and the tragic death of his teenage son, Mitch. By 2013, Dr. Warren found himself questioning whether hope, peace, or happiness could ever return to his life.

Instead of remaining a patient to his pain, Dr. Warren made a powerful shift in mindset—he became the surgeon of his own brain.

Drawing from both neuroscience and faith, he began practicing what he now calls “self-brain surgery,” a practical method of intentionally changing thought patterns to rewire the brain and transform life.

Today, Dr. Warren teaches people around the world how to apply these evidence-based strategies for healing, hope, and renewal. His newest book, The Life-Changing Art of Self-Brain Surgery: Connecting Neuroscience and Faith to Radically Transform Your Life, offers a practical roadmap for anyone ready to break free from destructive thinking patterns and step into lasting change.

Through his writing, speaking, and medical practice, Dr. Warren equips people to understand a powerful truth: when you change your thinking, you can change your brain—and ultimately your life.

P.S. If you're just checking out the show to see if it's a good fit for you, welcome!

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