AI App 'Just Like Me' Lets Users Talk to Jesus Christ for $1.99 Per Minute

A new artificial intelligence app called Just Like Me is gaining attention for offering users the ability to talk to an AI version of Jesus Christ. The service charges $1.99, or roughly Rs 188, per minute for conversations with the AI avatar. The app has gone viral on social media, raising questions about the role of AI in spiritual experiences.

Key Highlights

• Just Like Me app offers AI Jesus Christ conversations at $1.99 or Rs 188 per minute
• AI avatar trained on King James Bible and inspired by actor Jonathan Roumie
• Users receive two free minutes but must enter card details before starting
• Other platforms offer AI avatars of Hindu and Buddhist spiritual figures

How the App Works

Just Like Me allows users to interact with AI avatars of various figures, including spiritual leaders and public personalities like US President Donald Trump. The Jesus Christ avatar is labeled as “Jesus (With Love by AI)” on the platform. The visual design of the avatar draws inspiration from actor Jonathan Roumie, known for his role in “The Chosen” series. The AI model has been trained on the King James Bible and sermons to provide responses that reflect Christian teachings.

To use the service, users must create an account on the platform. They can then choose to voice call or video call the AI Jesus. The website offers two free minutes of conversation, but users must enter their card details before starting. After the free trial, the cost is $1.99 per minute. There is also a package available: a three-day free trial followed by a $49.99 (about Rs 4,659) charge for every 60 minutes, which reduces the per-minute cost to approximately Rs 77.

Features and User Experience

The Jesus avatar appears with warm golden light and shoulder-length hair, blinking and smiling at users. The platform claims the AI can help users overcome anxiety and fear, and assist in finding identity and self-worth. CEO Chris Breed stated that interacting with the AI Jesus can evoke emotions similar to those felt during prayer in a church. He noted that users may feel accountable to the AI and can form an attachment to the avatar.

Just Like Me is not the only service offering AI-based spiritual support. Other platforms have introduced avatars of Hindu and Buddhist gurus. For example, ChatwithGod allows users to chat with a customizable AI chatbot based on their religion and mood. These developments have sparked debate. Jeanne Lim, founder of beingAI, delayed the release of Emi Jido, an AI Buddhist priest, to ensure the bot is properly trained in values. Kyoto University has also developed BuddhaBot, trained on early Buddhist scriptures, and Buddharoid, a humanoid robot monk.

Growing Trend and Controversy

The rise of faith-based AI avatars reflects a growing trend in technology and spirituality. While these tools aim to provide emotional and spiritual support, they also raise ethical and cultural questions. Developers and religious leaders continue to discuss the implications of using AI in religious contexts.