This is four-hour series on the rise of Christianity examines how Judaism and the Roman empire shaped Jesus’ life and traces the beginnings of the “Jesus Movement” in those early years before it was called Christianity. (PBS FRONTLINE, 22 Dec 2020) PART 1 (1h 49m) PART 2 (1h 51m) [Video Date: 22 Dec 2020. Posted:… Continue reading PBS DOCUMENTARY — “From Jesus to Christ: The First Christians”
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VALUES: Why monkeys (and humans) are wired for fairness
About “Fairness matters … to both people and primates. Sharing priceless footage of capuchin monkeys responding to perceived injustice, primatologist Sarah Brosnan explores why humans and monkeys evolved to care about equality — and emphasizes the connection between a healthy, cooperative society and everyone getting their fair share.” (TED, 21 Dec 2020) Video [Video Date:… Continue reading VALUES: Why monkeys (and humans) are wired for fairness
“Peace” – 1896 Painting by William Strutt – Depicting Isaiah 11:6-7 Lion and the Lamb
Lifeways Summary. The 1896 painting “Peace” by William Strutt shown here depicts the lion and lamb described in the Bible scriptures Isaiah 11:6-7 and Isaiah 65:25. The painting is featured on the ResourcesForLife.com Calendar page. Below is the full text of the scriptures that were the inspiration behind the painting. The wolf will live with the… Continue reading “Peace” – 1896 Painting by William Strutt – Depicting Isaiah 11:6-7 Lion and the Lamb
Christine Porath – The Economic Value of Civility, Respect, Decency, and Kindness
The videos below are various presentations by Christine Porath on the topic of civility and how the lack of civility in the workplace creates a toxic workplace and has a great economic cost. Respect, gratitude, kindness, empathy — these are not just proper ways to behave but they are the most effective ways to interact… Continue reading Christine Porath – The Economic Value of Civility, Respect, Decency, and Kindness
“Days of Elijah” by Robin Mark – Music Videos Performed by Various Artists
The song “Days of Elijah” is a worship song popularized by Robin Mark. It was included on his album Room for Grace [Live] released in 1997. The songwriters are Edgardo Santiago, Jose Luis Abreu, and Orlando Mendez. The copyright for the original song is held by Integrity Music. It’s been subsequently performed by many other… Continue reading “Days of Elijah” by Robin Mark – Music Videos Performed by Various Artists
President George W. Bush Speech at John Lewis Memorial (30 Jul 2020)
Speech Transcript Good morning. Distinguished guests, John-Miles, Lewis’ family and friends, Lord I thank you for inviting us for being here today. John’s story began on a tiny farm in Troy, Alabama, a place so small he said you can barely find it on a map. Dr. Warnock talked about the chickens. I did a… Continue reading President George W. Bush Speech at John Lewis Memorial (30 Jul 2020)
Humans are apex predators who consume entire habitats, and we have reached peak growth.
When hiking through a forest, it’s common to see a fallen tree that is being consumed by a combination of fungus, ants, and decomposition. The circle of life will eventually allow the tree to rot and turn into soil again. Xylophagy is a term used in ecology to describe the habits of an herbivorous animal… Continue reading Humans are apex predators who consume entire habitats, and we have reached peak growth.