By Jethro Halcyon
As we move through these final stages of the dispensation, it’s worth considering how programming—yes, even this modern mortal craft—serves the grand design. We’ve seen humans go from fire to wheels, and now they’re tinkering with machine learning and codebases like they’re solving the mysteries of creation itself. Let’s approach this with a careful eye: when done well, programming can aid mortals in their divine progression; when led astray, well, we know who likes to meddle.
Our charge, then, is to guide these developments with the same principles that govern our higher realms. Let’s dive in, dear angels, and see what guidance we can provide on the finer points of God-honoring programming.
A Heart of Service in Every Line of Code
The Master Himself exemplified a life of service. When we guide mortals in programming, let’s encourage designs that uplift and empower. Picture the Lord Himself sitting with a developer and nudging them to think, “How will this program serve others?” Whether it’s streamlining tasks or building tools to help families spend more time together, we should inspire developers to use their skills as a means of ministering.
A good angelic whisper here could be, “Simplify. Seek what matters most.” Some of us have witnessed inspired mortals who create programs to connect others, reduce stress, or even simply amuse. Remember, dear friends, to leave room for humor—God delights in joy, and a well-placed smile can carry a soul far.
Radical Truthfulness: No Cutting Corners
If there’s anything we want to warn our dear programmers against, it’s cutting corners. Shortcuts and half-baked solutions, while tempting, lead to headaches and bugs galore down the road. Encourage them to pursue truthfulness, even in the code. They’ll have fewer regrets and a lot fewer calls to the help desk.
Christ's teachings on honesty apply directly to their work here. When they strive for integrity in their code, keeping things transparent and honest, they not only honor divine principles but create a legacy of trust that others can build on.
Collaboration Over Individual Glory
Christ invited others to share His work. We angels should similarly nudge programmers toward teamwork. Competition in this mortal realm often tilts toward ego, but real, healthy competition—the kind we aim for—should push people to collaborate, to learn from one another, and ultimately, to create something greater than any one person could alone.
So yes, competition can be a blessing—when it’s framed as a quest to push each other to be better. We know mortals can get caught up in “beating” each other, but a subtle reminder can refocus them on friendly rivalry, an endeavor that helps them forge bonds. Remind them to cheer for each other, to celebrate each other’s victories, and to view competition as a way to sharpen their skills while growing closer in camaraderie.
Patience and Humility in Problem-Solving
Nothing brings out a programmer’s frustrations like an unsolvable bug. It’s here that our quiet influence matters most. When we guide them to approach these issues with patience, we model the perseverance of the Savior, who lovingly guides mortals through trial and error.
Encourage them to keep a humble heart. Debugging with humility means acknowledging that there may be knowledge gaps—and that’s fine. After all, every challenge is an opportunity to grow in skill and grace. Remind them, as the Savior does, that patience and persistence will bring them to solutions that are lasting and sound.
Ethical Choices: Agency and Responsibility
One of the deepest privileges we have is to honor humanity’s agency. Encourage programmers to think critically about how their creations will impact others. A well-placed nudge can lead them to pause and ask, “Will this software support freedom, or could it manipulate or restrict others?”
Angelic intervention here often involves quiet reminders to consider privacy, transparency, and respect for the individual’s right to choose. Let’s guide mortals in developing tools that empower rather than control, upholding the dignity that divine agency affords.
Countering Lucifer’s Meddling
Now, we’d be remiss not to discuss the opposition. Lucifer and his minions are well-versed in using technology to lead mortals astray. Distractions, deception, and divisive content are some of their preferred tactics. But we know how to counter them: by gently inspiring mortals to create tools that foster real connection, clarity, and compassion.
Let us be vigilant in offering our own whispers of inspiration. Encourage mortals to build platforms that bridge divides, tools that help others discern truth, and software that draws them closer to loved ones. Let them understand the sanctity of their work and its power to uplift or undermine. And when they face moments of moral uncertainty, let’s lend a reminder of the joy and peace that come from aligning their work with divine principles.
Purposeful Innovation: A Legacy of Good
Finally, remind them to innovate not for the sake of newness but for the sake of goodness. It’s not about keeping up with trends or developing flashy apps; it’s about creating lasting value. As we watch over their work, let’s help them ask the right questions. “What is this really for?” and “Who will this serve?”
Encourage them to measure their work not by popularity but by the genuine benefit it brings. When they understand that their programming can be a legacy of purpose, they’ll find a deeper motivation—a desire to create something that stands as a testament to human potential and divine inspiration.
In Closing
Dear angels, let’s continue to inspire mortals toward God-centered programming. They may not realize it, but every line of code, every thoughtful design, is a chance to echo divine truths. Let us guide them as they write programs that serve and elevate. We stand as quiet, unseen companions in their work, helping them, whisper by whisper, to use their talents for the highest good.
Remember, a well-timed suggestion can be the difference between code that’s useful and code that’s inspired. As we watch over their progress, may we be ever mindful of our divine mandate to assist these souls in transforming mere technology into a means of drawing closer to one another—and, ultimately, to God Himself.
