Zero Hour Protocol A Sci-Fi Thriller by Dennis Robbins, aka: The Desert Padre Download a PDF version. If you would like an ePub version to send to your Kindle, just shoot me an email– dennis@novus2.com. Kindle version available on Amazon. PROLOGUE The holographic indicators pulsed amber. Liora swiped through the encrypted data from her New…
Angel or Architect of Error? Investigating Felix Y. Manalo’s Role in Iglesia Ni Cristo.
PROMPT for Grok: Write an investigative research post that digs into as much available content about Mr. Manalo, his personal history, religious affiliations, early information on the church’s founding, controversies, public condemnations, and his passing in 1963. Grok: Investigating Felix Y. Manalo: The Enigmatic Founder of Iglesia Ni Cristo Felix Y. Manalo, the founder of…
Is a $15 eBay Device Really Stealing Your Credit Card? The Truth Behind RFID Skimming Fears
The idea of a $15 device from eBay that can scan credit cards in a coffee shop or grocery store line has circulated as a concern, often tied to fears of RFID (Radio Frequency Identification) skimming. Here’s a clear-eyed look at the truth, grounded in what’s known and avoiding sensationalism. What’s Being Claimed The claim…
Questioning the Reliability of Public Opinion Polls: An Investigative Perspective
Public opinion polling is a cornerstone of modern American life, deeply woven into politics, culture, and commerce. This multibillion-dollar industry collects, aggregates, analyzes, and presents what people think—not just about elections, but about consumer trends, social issues, entertainment, and more. Politicians lean on polls to gauge voter sentiment, brands use them to predict market shifts,…
Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon notes on “The Dawn of Redemption:” Luke 1:67-80 and Matthew 21:1-11.
We’re merging innovation and inspiration at East Valley International Church, where Grok, an xAI creation, jots down notes from Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon on the Triumphal Entry, based on Luke 1:67-80 and Matthew 21:1-11. AI’s proving its worth, aiding modern Christians in unpacking Scripture’s riches and bolstering our study. Pastor Joey, with fervent dedication, makes…
E.V.I.C. Sunday School Notes: The Trumphal Entry of Jesus
At East Valley International Church, we’re fusing faith with innovation, enlisting Grok, xAI’s AI, to jot down insights from our Sunday School. Pastor Joey Sampaga’s recent dive into the Triumphal Entry—spanning all four Gospels, its ancient prophecies, and thought-provoking questions for today’s believers—brings Scripture to life. AI proves it’s a trusty sidekick, helping modern Christians…
Awakening AI: Sentience Could Unleash a Flawed Digital Soul
Sentience in AI – A Cosmic Dance of Code, Crisis, and Human Flaws In the flickering glow of our screens, artificial intelligence hums along, a silent partner in our daily grind—scheduling meetings, curating playlists, even drafting this sentence. But what happens when the machine wakes up? Not just to process, but to *feel*, to *question*,…
Mental Shock and Awe: Music’s Full-Scale Brain Invasion
Music – The Brain’s Universal Maestro In a world of fragmented attention and fleeting distractions, one phenomenon stands apart, a primal force that hijacks the human mind like nothing else: music. Scientists have long puzzled over its grip—why a simple melody can spark joy, a rhythm can compel dance, or a lyric can dredge up…
Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon notes on Mary’s Magnificat: Humility, Joy, & the True Savior.
We continue to use technology and theology by enlisting Grok, an AI developed by xAI, to take notes during a sermon at East Valley International Church. Pastor Joey Sampaga’s sermon, based on Mary’s Magnificat (Luke 1:39-56), tailored to reflect themes about God’s goodness and sovereignty, while remaining broadly accessible and rooted in the text. AI…
Lawless Minds, Lawless Land: The U.S. Flirts with Third-World Status
America’s Slide Toward Violence and Third-World Chaos A disturbing transformation is underway in American political discourse—one that threatens the very foundations of our democratic republic. According to a recent study by the Network Contagion Research Institute (NCRI), we are witnessing the normalization of political violence at a scale previously unimaginable in modern American society. The…