AI Disclaimer & Limitation of Liability

1. Nature of AI-Generated Content

FaithStack ("Platform") uses large language models (LLMs) and other artificial intelligence technologies to generate content including but not limited to: sermon outlines, full sermon manuscripts, devotionals, Bible studies, prayer journals, church bulletins, and ministry planning materials.

AI-generated content is produced through statistical pattern recognition and language modeling. It does not reflect genuine theological training, pastoral experience, doctrinal examination, spiritual discernment, or professional expertise of any kind.

Hallucination Notice

AI systems can generate plausible-sounding but factually incorrect information (known as "hallucination"). This includes fabricated statistics, incorrect references, inaccurate dates, and fictional citations. FaithStack implements safeguards to minimize hallucination, but cannot guarantee that all AI-generated content is accurate. Always verify critical information with authoritative sources or qualified professionals.

Confidence Levels

AI-generated analysis on this platform carries varying levels of confidence. Where feasible, we indicate confidence levels. However, even "high confidence" AI analysis may contain errors. No AI-generated output on this platform should be treated as a substitute for professional theological study, pastoral training, or licensed professional advice.

2. No Professional, Pastoral, or Theological Advice

THE CONTENT GENERATED BY FAITHAISTACK DOES NOT CONSTITUTE, AND SHOULD NOT BE RELIED UPON AS:

• Theological or doctrinal guidance — AI outputs do not reflect any denomination's official teaching or doctrinal standards
• Pastoral counseling — AI cannot provide the spiritual discernment, pastoral relationship, or contextual sensitivity of human ministry
• Legal advice — Nothing on this Platform constitutes legal counsel. Consult a licensed attorney for legal matters
• Financial advice — AI-generated content does not constitute financial planning or investment guidance. Consult a licensed financial advisor
• Mental health advice — AI-generated devotional or counseling-adjacent content is not a substitute for professional mental health support. If you or someone you know is in crisis, contact a licensed mental health professional or call 988 (Suicide & Crisis Lifeline)
• Medical advice — No content on this Platform constitutes medical guidance

3. Accuracy, Completeness & Reliability

3.1 Known Limitations of AI

AI language models are known to:

• Generate plausible-sounding but incorrect information ("hallucinations")
• Misquote or misattribute scripture references
• Produce content that reflects biases present in training data
• Generate content inconsistent with specific denominational or theological traditions
• Provide outdated information that does not reflect current events or scholarship
• Miss important contextual nuances specific to your congregation or community

3.2 No Warranty on Accuracy

We make no representations or warranties as to the accuracy, completeness, currency, or reliability of any AI-generated output. All content is provided "as is" for informational and inspirational starting-point purposes only.

3.3 Scripture Verification Required

All scripture references, quotations, and citations in AI-generated content must be independently verified against authoritative Bible translations before use in any ministry context.

4. Ministry-Specific Limitations

4.1 Sermon Content

AI-generated sermon outlines and manuscripts are intended as starting frameworks only. They do not account for:

• Your congregation's specific spiritual needs, maturity, or context
• Your denomination's doctrinal standards or confessional commitments
• The Holy Spirit's leading in your particular preaching context
• Current events or pastoral crises in your community

All AI-generated sermon content must be substantially reviewed, edited, and personalized by the preaching pastor before delivery.

4.2 Devotional & Spiritual Content

AI-generated devotionals are starting points for reflection — not divinely inspired texts. The spiritual formation of individuals and communities remains a pastoral and human responsibility that AI cannot replace.

4.3 Counseling-Adjacent Content

Some AI outputs may touch on topics related to grief, mental health, family struggles, or spiritual crisis. This content is not a substitute for pastoral counseling, licensed therapy, or crisis intervention. If you are working with individuals in crisis, please involve qualified human professionals.

5. User Responsibility

By using FaithStack's AI generation tools, you expressly acknowledge and agree that:

• You are solely responsible for evaluating, reviewing, and verifying all AI-generated content before use
• You take full ownership and responsibility for any content you present, publish, preach, or share based on AI outputs
• You will not attribute AI-generated content to divine inspiration or present it as authoritative theological teaching without independent verification
• You understand that AI-generated content represents a starting point, not a finished product
• You will exercise your own pastoral, professional, and spiritual judgment in all ministry decisions
• You bear full responsibility for any consequences arising from your use of AI-generated content

6. Limitation of Liability

TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY APPLICABLE LAW:

• Steeled Inc., its officers, directors, employees, agents, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or reliance on AI-generated content
• We are not liable for any theological, spiritual, pastoral, legal, financial, or personal harm resulting from your use of Platform outputs
• We are not liable for errors, omissions, or inaccuracies in AI-generated content, including misquoted scripture or incorrect doctrinal statements
• We are not liable for any claims arising from your presentation or distribution of AI-generated content to others

Our aggregate liability in connection with AI-generated content shall not exceed the amount you paid to us in the 12 months preceding any claim, or $100 USD, whichever is greater.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify and hold harmless Steeled Inc. and its affiliates from any claims, damages, or expenses (including attorneys' fees) arising from: your misuse of AI-generated content, your violation of these terms, or any third-party claims arising from your use or publication of AI-generated outputs.

8. How to Use AI Tools Responsibly

We encourage users to follow these best practices:

• Always review outputs thoroughly before using them in ministry contexts
• Verify all scripture references against your preferred Bible translation
• Add your voice and context — personalize AI-generated content for your specific congregation
• Consult qualified humans for pastoral, counseling, legal, or theological decisions
• Disclose AI assistance where transparency is important to your community
• Pray and discern — AI is a tool to support, not replace, Spirit-led ministry

9. Changes to This Disclaimer

We may update this AI Disclaimer as our technology, services, or legal requirements evolve. Material changes will be communicated via the Platform or by email. Your continued use of the Platform after updates constitutes acceptance of the revised Disclaimer.

10. Contact

For questions about this AI Disclaimer or our AI practices: