Speaking
Stephen speaks with Christian schools, churches and ministry leaders about understanding AI, using it wisely, and seeing what the Bible says about being human.
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“Steve has the ability to engage people with authenticity, and humility while also thinking deeply about the big questions that matter. He connects theology, philosophy, culture, and everyday practice in a way that is both insightful and accessible. Our delegates responded extremely well to his presentations, and the feedback we received was overwhelmingly positive.”
Why this conversation matters
A student can hand in a first-class essay having learnt little. A pastor can paste a brilliant paragraph into a sermon without wrestling with the text. An AI friend can always affirm, without rebuke, gradually pulling your child into a friction-free world.
Whether we like it or not, we now live in the AI age. Even if we don't use the technology, our friends, students, children and staff teams will be using it. The best way to think about it is to think about it biblically.
Chegg Global Student Surveys, 2023 and 2025, as reproduced in Stanford’s 2026 AI Index, figure 7.2.16. Self-reported use among surveyed undergraduates in Australia.
For your audience
When a student hands in a strong essay written by AI, the problem is bigger than cheating: they miss the thinking. Stephen explores assessment that rewards honest work, the value of struggle, and ways AI could free teachers for more time with their students.
People are asking chatbots for companionship, advice and even a sense of purpose. Stephen brings creation, sin, the cross and new creation to those conversations, and asks why real neighbours and gathered worship matter more than a perfectly tailored digital life. He loves opportunities to speak to seekers and enquirers into the Christian faith.
A chatbot can deliver a convincing sermon outline in seconds. Stephen asks when assistance becomes authorship, why writing can be part of wrestling with Scripture, and how ministers can use AI without surrendering their own voice or pastoral judgement.
Speaking experience
Selected past engagements in Australia and overseas, followed by forthcoming events.
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Speaking & the book
Stephen’s book, Made in Our Image, explores many of the themes behind his talks in greater detail.
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