Reviews

“My own technological devices take me on a journey many—too many—times every day. I need help escaping the worlds of fake news, deep fakes, and other lies, not to mention the perils of distraction. I need help getting back on the path of the way, of truth, and of life. Jonathan Runyan helped me see many more of the perils of our virtual world, and set me afresh on a journey in the direction of embracing true news—indeed the good news and reminded me how to live in the real world but not be enslaved to it but to the One who overcame it."

 

—Greg Scharf, Professor Emeritus of Homiletics and Pastoral Theology, Trinity Evangelical Divinity School

 

"With the expertise to speak intelligently to the subject and the heart to counsel compassionately, Jonathan points us to the truth that has always been the answer to our human condition, no matter what technological age mankind has lived in."

 

—Blaine Moore, Pastor of Seaman Community Church, Author of the short story Under His Own Tree

 

 

"As a counselor, I see daily how our nervous systems mistake constant connectivity for safety and security. Our Virtual Reality points us back to the only true anchor: not another notification, but the presence of God and the people He's given us. These are the true realities."

 

—Jerry Purviance, LPC, Founder of Grace Counseling

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"In an age dominated by algorithms and endless digital entertainment, Our Virtual Reality offers a Christian reflection on how technological progress has blinded us to what it means to be human. Weaving together technology, biblical theology, and storytelling, Jonathan Runyan gives us a timely reminder that while technology has forever shaped our environment, only Christ can properly shape the human soul."

 

— Joseph R. Miller, Associate Professor, Christian Worldview at Grand Canyon University and co-founder for the Center for Cultural Apologetics

 

“Many write about how technology impacts our world, but few explore how it affects our inner worlds. Jonathan’s book should be required reading for anyone with an internet connection.”

 

—Mike Loomis, Business Coach and co-writer with Four New York Times Bestsellers

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"In an age of digital noise, this book offers a profound 'spiritual spark.' By weaving together true and fictional stories of virtual reality, the author invites us to look past our screens and into our souls. This isn't a manual for tech management; it’s a journey toward the self-transformation Jesus Christ promised. Whether you’re a curious seeker or a lifelong believer, these pages will change how you perceive the 'digital promised land' and help you rediscover the reality you were actually designed for."

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—Janine McNally, Th.M, D.Min, Author of When You See Fireflies

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“This work on artificial intelligence ultimately asks a more important question: What shapes the human heart? Our Virtual Reality challenges us to recognize that technology often reveals and amplifies our deepest longings—to be known, valued, and loved. Jonathan Runyan leads us beyond warnings about AI and back to Jesus Christ and a life grounded in truth, relationship, presence, and compassion. Technology may imitate human connection, but it can never replace the transforming power of being truly known by God and compassionately present with one another. This timely book examines not only the technology in our hands, but the love that governs our hearts and motivates us to move beyond the screens and out into a world that is longing for authentic, compassionate, trusting relationships through the love of Jesus Christ.”

 

—Barry Feaker, Founder & CEO, Compassion Strategies, Former Executive Director, Topeka Rescue Mission Ministries