Will There Be Roombas in Heaven?

John Dyer Rethinks AI, Work, & Time

The prospect of technology in heaven raises questions. What do we really believe technology is for? And what do we believe about our work and our time?

John Dyer challenges the traditional view of heaven as a place devoid of earthly possessions. He argues that the biblical portrayal of heaven suggests a renewed earth where human creations, including technology, will be transformed for human flourishing.

Dyer examines the purpose of tools like Roombas and the human desire to automate tasks. He suggests that our view of work and time may be skewed by the Fall which introduced toil and time-scarcity.

But should we view work as “toil”? Should our goal be to "save time"?

In a world of rapidly advancing AI and robotic workers, Dyer emphasizes the need for wisdom and self-control. He believes there is goodness in work, and that we can use tools in ways that honor God.

Full article at Logos.com.