Tech with ThatTechPastor

About Tech with ThatTechPastor

Tech with That Tech Pastor is where theology meets technology, and purpose gets practical. Hosted by Rev. Dr. Justin R. Lester—pastor, educator, father, husband, and faith-forward innovator—this weekly podcast explores the intersection of faith, AI, business, and spiritual formation in a digital world. Whether you’re leading a church, launching a brand, raising a child, or simply trying to stay grounded in a scroll-heavy society, Justin keeps it real, relevant, and rooted in Christ. Expect raw stories, smart tools, and soul-centered conversations that help you live lead wisely.

Publisher

Justin Lester

Category

business

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

29 Apr 2025

Latest episode

15 May 2026

Latest episodes

14 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   15 May 2026

   10 Minute AI upgrade. Stop chatting. Start doing.

   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 overwhelmed to actually doing something. @thattechpastor | TheoXTech #AI #ArtificialIntelligence #AITools #Productivity #TheoXTech #TechWithThatTechPastor #ChatGPT #AITips

2. 

   24 Apr 2026

   Coffee, Robots, and Human Connection

   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, the roaster behind our coffee program, to talk about what makes our blend so unique. They unpack Brent’s journey from the corporate world into coffee roasting, why coffee has the power to slow people down, and how thoughtful technology can make human connection stronger instead of weaker.This conversation gets into more than beans and espresso. It touches hospitality, design, experience, automation, and why we believe robots should do robot things so humans can do human things.If you have ever wondered what it looks like to use technology without losing warmth, story, and soul, this episode is for you.In this episode:* Why we built a robotic cafe in Napa* How Kindled and Grounded blends coffee, candles, slime, and community* Brent’s story behind Coffee Eclectic* What makes Southeast Asian coffee profiles so distinct* Why some coffee tastes better black* How technology can create more room for conversation and care* Why experience matters just as much as the productAlso, my new book The Agentic Church is out now. It includes a practical 36 to 90 day plan, 50 tools, 300 prompts, and an AI policy framework for churches, nonprofits, businesses, and teams.Get the book here:agentic.jrlester.comYou can also connect with us here:Kindled and Grounded: kindledgrounded.comJustin Lester: jrlester.comIf this episode helped you think differently about coffee, community, technology, or hospitality, make sure you like, comment, and subscribe. New episodes of Tech with That Tech Pastor drop every Friday.Tell me in the comments:What is one area where technology could give you more time to be more human?

3. 

   17 Apr 2026

   Everybody is Using ChatGPT Wrong.

   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 vague prompts, expecting great results from one weak question, and using AI only to create instead of using it to think. He introduces a simple framework for better prompting—role, task, context, and format—and shows how that one shift can turn bland results into something useful, sharp, and time saving. This episode is practical, direct, and built to help everyday people use AI with more wisdom and better results.

4. 

   19 Aug 2025

   Stop Asking ChatGPT Lame Questions: How to Actually Get Mind-Blowing Answers

   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 Google (and how to stop treating it like a search bar). The secret power of iteration and feedback. How ChatGPT can adapt to your style inside a single conversation. Why creative, even “weird” prompts, produce the most powerful results. I wrap with a 3-point cheat sheet for writing fire prompts, plus a challenge: take one task you’ve been putting off, feed it to ChatGPT using my formula, iterate twice, and see if it doesn’t blow your mind. Subscribe to Tech With That Tech Pastor for weekly tips on faith, AI, and digital hacks that actually work. Post your before-and-after results and tag me @ThatTechPastor — I want to see what you build.

5. 

   18 Jul 2025

   Global AI Moves, Church Lessons: What Nvidia, Grok, and Google Mean for Ministry

   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 stories include: • Nvidia H20 Chips to China – Why churches need to ask where their data lives • Grok AI’s Pentagon Contract – The danger of using unvetted AI tools for sacred tasks • Meta’s $100M Talent War – What it teaches us about valuing church volunteers • India’s Statewide AI Mission – How churches can model grassroots innovation • Google x Virginia AI Training – Why AI literacy must be part of discipleship Also featured: • New Tool: Dia – The AI browser that’s changing how you study and serve • Prompt to Try: Use Dia to draft a ministry-ready AI training plan • This Week’s Challenge: Run your own browser-based AI strategy session and tag #ThatTechPastor Subscribe, share this with your tech or ministry team, and drop a comment with how your church is preparing for the AI-powered future of faith. Connect with Justin: PastorGPT.co Instagram: @thattechpastor Website: ThatTechPastor.com Newsletter: jrlester.com/newsletter

6. 

   8 Jul 2025

   How Zuckerberg’s Superteam Can Teach the Church About Building Stronger Teams

   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 recruitment, culture, and leadership for the Kingdom. We’ll talk about: How Meta’s massive talent poaching is shifting the tech world’s power dynamics. Why churches need to start treating their key volunteers like the invaluable assets they are. Practical lessons for improving church hiring, retention, and team building. And how to create a culture that attracts top contributors and encourages innovation. Plus, don’t miss this week’s #TeamCheck Challenge—affirm one person on your team, ask them how they’re doing, and invite them to dream. Let’s start building stronger, more intentional teams in our churches! Be sure to LIKE, COMMENT, and SUBSCRIBE for more discussions on faith, technology, and leadership. Let’s grow together!

7. 

   28 Jun 2025

   From AGI Contracts to AI-Driven Sunday School

   Pastor Justin R. Lester examines the implications of AI advancements, from AGI contract disputes to AI-driven Sunday school, for churches and ministries in this interview episode.

8. 

   20 Jun 2025

   AI Ethics, Outages & Carbon Audits

   Pastor Justin R. Lester explores AI ethics, outages, and carbon audits, providing insights on vendor redundancy, ethical engagement, and AI-free backup plans for church leaders in this interview.

9. 

   7 Jun 2025

   The AI Boom Is Here and Most Churches Aren’t Ready

   Pastor Justin R. Lester analyzes top AI headlines, linking them to ministry, leadership, and life within the Black Church, discussing AI's impact on church technology and ministry practices.

10. 

    23 May 2025

    AI Just Leveled Up… But What’s That Mean for Us?

    Rev. Dr. Justin R. Lester, ThatTechPastor, analyzes Google and Microsoft's latest AI advancements, exploring their implications for churches, communities, and people of faith, and offers practical tools for navigating the evolving technological landscape.

11. 

    16 May 2025

    Leadership in the Age of AGI

    That Tech Pastor explores leadership strategies for pastors and ministry leaders navigating the integration of artificial general intelligence in ministry, emphasizing discernment and ethical technology use in this interview episode.

12. 

    9 May 2025

    5 Ways AI Can Bless Your Workflow, Not Steal Your Soul

    That Tech Pastor explores five ways artificial intelligence can enhance ministerial workflows, addressing concerns about technology's impact on faith and offering strategies for ethical AI integration.

13. 

    2 May 2025

    Why Tech Needs a Pastor

    TechPastor discusses the intersection of technology and faith, sharing his story of navigating ministry and machine learning to provide guidance in the digital age.

14. 

    29 Apr 2025

    ThatTechPastor Podcast

    ThatTechPastor discusses technology, AI, leadership, marriage, ministry, and real life, offering insights for personal and professional growth.

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