Well, This Was A “New One”! :(

I recently had an unexpected, unappreciated, and inappropriate event happen, which  caused the delay of my publishing this most recent video that I had actually produced back in late May.

The main topic is The ATP Synthase Nanomotor…an Amazing, Microscopic, Power Generating, Molecular Turbine, Operating within Every Living Cell!

However, just as an aside, I also briefly refer to some interesting information I only recently became aware of regarding Global Carbon Reservoirs and the exchange between them…and how it might relate to the current topics of “Global Warming, Climate Change and Carbon Footprints”, etc.

Then, when I went to publish the video, to my surprise, dismay, and without my permission, an unwanted banner had been added to it–which I am unable to remove.

Apparently, the video was flagged because of the brief reference to the “current topics” I just mentioned, which prompted this “Information Panel” being added.

Here is their explanation as to why, which I have enclosed in brackets { }…and my comments which I have added within the parenthesis ( ).

{Topical context in information panel

When you search or watch videos related to topics prone to misinformation (Who is determining these topics, and what the misinformation really is?), such as the moon landing (Seriously?!), you may see an information panel at the top of your search results or under a video you’re watching.

Information panels show basic background info (From whose perspective?), sourced from independent, third-party partners, to give more context on a topic (Really? If so, why are they only presenting one side of the story?). If you want to learn more, the panels also link to the third-party partner’s website (So you can hear even more of only one side of the story. Why not links to websites that express both or all sides of the topic, and let the viewer listen and decide for themselves? Better yet, why even have these Panels? I thought YouTube was a platform where everyone was free to share all sides of an issue or topic?)

These information panels will show regardless of what opinions or perspectives are expressed in a video.

Information panels may not be available in all countries/regions and languages. We’re working to bring information panels to more countries/regions.(Great–more one-sided info.)

YouTube doesn’t endorse or create any of the info shown in information panels on YouTube. (Then why promote it as “basic background info”?) If you disagree with info in a particular article, please contact the website owner that published the article. If you see an information panel that violates our Community Guidelines, send us feedback.}

While I have not studied this subject personally to any great extent, I have heard enough to know that there is more than one side to this topic…as there are on virtually all topics!

Furthermore, I’m surprised that so brief a reference, caused this video to be “tagged”.

I thought about redoing it, but after some reflection, decided to leave it as is, so everyone could see what had happened, and write this little editorial sharing some of my thoughts on this unwanted banner.

If you do a little research online regarding them, not surprisingly, you’ll see a fair amount of unfavorable comments from other “independent third party sources”!

Now that I’m aware of this, I may consider going back to producing a few more audios from time to time.

 

And finally, I want to take this opportunity to wish all the Dads out there a very Happy & Blessed Father’s Day!

🙂

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Our Eternal Lockbox

In this Session, I share a visual analogy to help us understand an Eternal Truth which has revolutionized my understanding of this life, and what our purpose is in it…which is one of the Four Great Questions!

“Do not most care more for

the wealth of their children’s outward man

than for the health of their inward man?”

–J. Votier
Survey of Effectual Calling, 1652

Earthly riches are full of poverty.
–Augustine

We ought not to retire…but rather, to elevate our pursuits!

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The Cosmic Christ

(With Easter at the end of this month, I wanted to produce and disseminate this video a bit earlier, so folks would have time to reflect on it prior to the Holy Weekend.)

When we think of Jesus Christ, what picture comes to mind?

Do we ever wonder how accurate our mental image of Him actually is?

But what is He like, really?

Well, in this video, I share what I believe is perhaps the most astounding single verse in the Bible, which sheds some amazing light on the answer to that question!

 

Also, in light of the 2nd Total Solar Eclipse crossing the country in 7 years on Monday, April 8th, I thought I would share the link to the audio I produced for the previous one in 2017…which hadn’t occurred in 99 years!

Great American Eclipse 2017 (8.13.17)

 

With my prayer to each of you to have a Happy, Safe, Reflectful and Blessed Easter Week.

🙂

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Wisdom From Wood Splitting: Science & Origins, Part 10

Greetings GQG Friends!
 
In this Video I share Three amazing facts regarding Trees and the Wood they produce, and a cool analogy to Spiritual Growth, God opened my eyes to, as I was Splitting some Firewood recently.
 
“Francis Schaeffer once remarked
 that if he had an hour with a person on a plane who did not know the Lord,
 he would spend the first fifty-five minutes
 talking about Creation in the image of God and where man came from,
 and the last five minutes
 on the presentation of the Gospel of salvation”
–Dr. Douglas Kelly
Where Did We Come From?
Reformed Theological Seminary Quarterly
Winter 1997
 
Happy Leap Day!
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My 2 Orchids and the Marvel of Plant Life: Science & Origins Part 9

In this Session, I do a quick “show and tell” on my two Orchids…

and then briefly consider some of the amazing marvels of Plant Life which are quite eye-opening!

“The harmony of natural law
reveals an intelligence of such superiority
that compared with it
all the systematic thinking of human beings
is utterly insignificant.”
–Albert Einstein

“Beauty is the gift of God.” 💞
–Aristotle

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Nanometers, Turbines, and the Code: Science & Origins, Part 8

In this Session, we revisit “The Code” and briefly consider its extraordinary dimensions, along with a remarkable “Jet Turbine” molecular machine which operates on it within the cell.

The additional video, Unlocking The Mystery of Life, is one I refer to in Part 8, and is definitely worth a watch.

Both present more clear evidence–in the light of true science and just plain common sense–of a Master Designer.

And finally, sending along my warm thoughts and prayers to each of you for a Happy, Safe and Eternally Prosperous 2024!

🙂

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New Vid + 2 Classics + Lower FL Price + Merry Christmas!

Good Evening GQG Friends!

Today I am bringing you my latest video “SETI, DNA and Information: Science and Origins, Part 7”

 In this Session, we take a quick but compelling look at Information–what it is and where it comes from–and how it relates to the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence and the DNA Code in living organisms.

“DNA is like a computer program, but far far more advanced than any software ever created.”  –Bill Gates

Also, I pose an important question for all of us to consider toward the end of the vid.
 
Furthermore, since I refer to them both, I thought I’d share the links to “Markus D’s Four P’s” and “Where Lambs Are Born” …though you can find them both on the “Videos” Page.


https://youtu.be/oTYYc5hLYwc

https://youtu.be/kcikRazXyU4

Additionally,  I wanted to share a LOWER PRICE FYI regarding the two weeks which are available in Orlando Florida, Jan. 21  though Feb. 4, 2024.

I have already dropped the price by $150, but I’m planning on dropping it another $500 soon!

But before I do, I wanted to give those of you in The Group “First Dibs” on a $650 discount off my original price!  😉

As mentioned previously, it is from a timeshare at a lovely resort that my folks owned since 1988–we’ve been there many times over the years.  
 
However, now that they’ve both passed, I don’t plan on traveling down there any more.  


These are two weeks that are already completely paid for, so I’m only looking to recover as much of those fees as I’m able.  

Proceeds will be used to help fund the GQG!


Here are the Craigslist and FB ads, if anyone might be interested.  

https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/vac/d/fairfax-orlando-mid-winter-week-getaway/7689163979.html

https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1075392516816157

And finally, as we now leave the Thanksgiving Season, (It has been said that Thanksgiving is celebrated on one day, but Thanks-Living ought to be celebrated all year long!) let me take this opportunity to extend my warm thoughts and prayers to each of you and yours for a Merry, Safe, Reflective, Grateful and Blessed Christmas Season, 2023!

P.S.  If you’ve been touched, illuminated and encouraged by the GQG, consider helping it along…with a Year-End Donation! 😘


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New Vid & First Prez on First Thanksgiving

Happy “All Hallows Eve” GQG Friends–the Eve of All Saints Day, Nov. 1, which is followed by All Souls Day, Nov. 2nd!

 

One of the most universal and most certain of all scientific laws, is the one known as Cause and Effect.

This Law simply states that every Effect must have an Adequate Cause…and an Adequate Cause is one which both precedes and is greater than the effect it produces.

It is also one of the most widely accepted and powerful arguments for the existence of God.

As a watch requires a watchmaker, so likewise a Creation requires a Creator--if we are going to be completely scientific!

Furthermore, this Law also sheds some profound light on the reality of Heaven.

 

Also, with the Thanksgiving Season upon us once again here in the U.S., I thought I’d share a post I did back in November, 2018, sharing the Proclamation made by our first President, regarding our first Thanksgiving. 

If you’ve never read it, it is quite illuminating! 

With my prayer that each of you will have a Happy, Safe, Reflective and Grateful, Thanksgiving Season.

🙂

A GQG Special Msg: George Washington’s Thanksgiving Proclamation

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Update…Quick Vid, New Tool Pix & FL Vacay Anyone?

Well good evening GQG Friends!

I have several items to share with you this time, so I’ve paused my Science Series for the moment.

 

First, is a short new video called Reality Check!

I recorded it at a Historic Landmark I like to occasionally visit…as it helps me to Remember Reality, and keeps me motivated on my Great Questions Quest!

 

Next, I’m sharing a few Pix with you:

I needed to order some more GQG “Business Cards”, and in the process,  picked up a couple of cool New Tools I’m now using.

First is a sweet little Window Decal…the QR code is the same as the one on the back of the Biz Cards and links to the About Page where the 7-Part GQQ Video Series is posted.

Next are some fun T-Shirts with the same logo on the back–great for the gym and out and about.    (Note:  For some reason, website would not load previews of next 2 pix, but if you click on the links, you’ll see them)

https://markdematteo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20230329_160135.jpg

Also, have a shot of my new cards–5,000 of them!  Last batch was 2500, and they’re all gone! I try to get a card or the site out to everyone I meet.  (Not a hero–just trying to spread the Truth and Hope, and be part of the Solution, instead of part of the Problem!)

https://markdematteo.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/20230329_160406.jpg

And even though it’s also a recent acquisition, I’ve already shown you my groovy New Recording Mic in my previous Video, Tiny Hands, so no additional pic needed!

Last photo is of another new “Tool” that I ordered in a different way…check it out and you’ll see!

Next item is just an FYI regarding two weeks which are available in Orlando Florida, Jan. 21  though Feb. 4, 2024.

It is from a timeshare at a lovely resort that my folks owned since 1988–we’ve been there many times over the years.  However, now that they’ve both passed, I don’t plan on traveling down there any more.

These are two weeks that are already completely paid for, so I’m only looking to recover those fees.  Proceeds will be used to help fund the GQG.

Here is the Craigslist ad, if anyone might be interested.  I plan to post it on FB, too.

https://washingtondc.craigslist.org/nva/vac/d/fairfax-orlando-mid-winter-week-getaway/7666036211.html

 

And finally, and it that vein…If you’ve been touched, illuminated and encouraged by the GQG, consider helping it along, so I can continue to do so…not only for you and those that are already a part of our Group…but also for those that will be, as I continue to reach out.  Thanks!



Peace,

Markus D  🙂

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Tiny Hands: Science and Origins, Part 5

In this Session, I share the compelling story behind this amazing picture of a 21 week old preborn baby boy’s (perfectly formed) little hand…and then take a brief look at the astounding complexity of the formation of a new human being within the womb of their mother.

Also, check out my Sweet New Recording Microphone!  😉

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