Krugman-the-textbook-author says price ceilings have terrible consequences. Krugman-the-columnist says they’re “reasonable.”
Day: August 20, 2024
Exploring the Majesty of God’s Creation
Psalm 24:1 is a profound verse that highlights God's sovereignty over all creation and our responsibility as stewards of His creation.
Here is the verse from the English Standard Version (ESV) of the Bible:
"The earth is the Lord's and the fullness thereof, the world and those who dwell therein."
This verse declares that everything in the world belongs to God: the earth itself, its abundance, and all its inhabitants.
It emphasizes that God is the ultimate owner and ruler of all creation, which calls us to acknowledge His majesty and to live responsibly as caretakers of His world.
Theological Insights
1. God's Sovereignty in Creation:
– The verse highlights the belief that God is the creator and sustainer of all things.
Everything exists by His will and for His glory.
– In the works of theologians like Thomas Aquinas, the beauty and order of creation are seen as reflections of God's nature.
Aquinas writes in the "Summa Theologica" about the inherent goodness of creation, affirming that everything created by God is good and serves a purpose in His divine plan.
2. Human Stewardship:
– Martin Luther's teachings emphasize that humans, as part of God's creation, have a responsibility to steward it wisely.
He saw everyday work, including the care of creation, as a vocation through which Christians serve God and neighbor.
– This stewardship means we are to manage natural resources, care for the environment, and ensure that creation continues to reflect God's glory.
Reflection on Stewardship
Recognizing that "the earth is the Lord's" encourages us to approach the environment with reverence and responsibility.
Here are some practical ways to live out this stewardship:
1. Sustainable Living:
– Adopt habits that reduce waste, conserve resources, and promote sustainability.
This can include recycling, using energy-efficient appliances, and supporting eco-friendly products.
2. Environmental Advocacy:
– Engage in or support initiatives that aim to protect and preserve the environment.
This can involve participating in local clean-up projects, supporting conservation efforts, or advocating for policies that promote environmental health.
3. Education and Awareness:
– Educate yourself and others about environmental issues and the importance of stewardship.
This can help foster a community that values and protects God’s creation.
Conclusion
Psalm 24:1 reminds us of the majesty of God's creation and our role within it.
By understanding and embracing our responsibility as stewards, we honor God and contribute to the well-being of the world He has entrusted to us.
Let this verse inspire us to live in a way that reflects our reverence for God's creation and our commitment to its care.
NewsWare’s Trade Talk: Tuesday, August 20 | NewsWare‘s Trade Talk
S&P Futures are flat to higher this morning with the market’s attention on earnings reports. Tech stocks are showing positive action this morning as PANW delivered a solid beat last night. MDT beat, LOW also delivered a beat but cut its forward guidance. After the bell today TOL and KEYS will be releasing and tomorrow morning M. TGT, TJX & ADI are scheduled to report. PARA received a 4.3B bid from Edgar Bronfman. The EU plans to cut tariffs on TSLA’s China made EV’s to 9% from 20.8%. In Europe, stocks just gave up their earlier gains and are now slightly lower. Oil prices just reversed course and are now displaying gains on the day.
Guard Your Card: Don’t Let Big Government Take Control
Senators Dick Durbin and Roger Marshall proposed harmful legislation that would alter the credit card routing system under the guise of “boosting competition.”
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Rocket engine explodes during test at UK spaceport
A rocket engine exploded during a test launch at Britain’s new spaceport in northern Scotland, officials said Tuesday, in a setback for the UK’s fledgling space sector. No one was injured in Monday evening’s incident at SaxaVord Spaceport on the remote island of Unst, said the operator, German rocket manufacturer Rocket Factory Augsburg (RFA). The company hopes […]
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Missing UK tech tycoon’s co-defendant killed in accident
Stephen Chamberlain, a co-defendant in the recent US trial involving missing UK tech tycoon Mike Lynch, died following a weekend accident in eastern England, police confirmed on Tuesday. The accident, in which Chamberlain was hit by a car while reportedly jogging, happened on Saturday, just two days before Lynch and his teenage daughter went missing […]
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ESCAPE to Russia – Russia offers safe haven for people trying to escape Western liberal ideals
from TASS: Under the document, such foreign nationals will have the right to apply for temporary residence in Russia “outside the quota approved by the Russian government and without providing documents confirming their knowledge of the Russian language, Russian history and basic laws” MOSCOW, August 19. /TASS/. Moscow will provide assistance to any foreigners who […]
Biden at DNC: Trump Supporters ‘Can’t Think, Can’t Read Very Well’
President Joe Biden embraced divisive rhetoric during his speech at the Democratic National Convention (DNC) on Monday night when he said Trump supporters “can’t think, can’t read very well.”
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TROPICAL STORM GILMA
Tropical Storm Gilma Forecast Discussion
Issued at 200 AM PDT Tue Aug 20 2024
000 WTPZ42 KNHC 200840 TCDEP2 Tropical Storm Gilma Discussion Number 8 NWS National Hurricane Center Miami FL EP072024 200 AM PDT Tue Aug 20 2024 Gilma continues to struggle with moderate to strong northeasterly vertical wind shear. The center is exposed more than 30 n mi to the northeast of the main convective overcast area. A 20/0129 UTC SSMIS pass and a pair of more recent ASCAT passes were helpful in placing the center well outside of the convective area. The highest reliable ASCAT vectors were only about 40 kt. UW-CIMSS objective intensity estimates range from 34-42 kt. Subjective current intensity estimates from TAFB and SAB were T-3.5/55 kt and T-3.0/45 kt from SAB. Based on the degraded structure on satellite imagery, the ASCAT data and the objective intensity estimates from UW-CIMSS, the initial intensity is set to 45 kt for this advisory. The aforementioned microwave and ASCAT data indicate that the center of the cyclone is a bit farther north than previously estimated. It appears that Gilma has slowed down, and the motion is estimated to be west-northwestward, or 295/7 kt. A mid-level ridge to the north of Gilma should steer the cyclone generally west-northwestward at a similar forward speed through the forecast period. Although the track guidance is gradually coming into better agreement, there is still more spread than normal among the various track aids. The official track forecast is quite similar to the previous NHC track prediction. The NHC forecast track is closer to the ECMWF model than the GFS model through 72 h, and is close to an average of those two models beyond 72 h. Moderate to strong northeasterly vertical wind shear will continue to affect Gilma for another 12 h or so. The SHIPS guidance indicates that the cyclone will reach a much lower wind shear regime by 24 h. Therefore, little change in strength is expected during the next 12-24 h, following by steady intensification. The official intensity forecast was lowered in the short term due to the weaker initial intensity. However, the guidance has become more aggressive after the cyclone reaches the weaker shear, and the NHC forecast follows suit, now showing a peak of 85 kt in 60-72 hr. The new NHC intensity forecast is near the middle of the guidance envelope, in between the weaker statistical guidance and the stronger regional hurricane model dynamical guidance. SSTs along Gilma's path should decrease to about 26C in 72 h, and remain at that value through 96 h before dropping to below 26C. Weakening is forecast during that time period. FORECAST POSITIONS AND MAX WINDS INIT 20/0900Z 15.7N 118.3W 45 KT 50 MPH 12H 20/1800Z 16.0N 119.8W 45 KT 50 MPH 24H 21/0600Z 16.4N 121.5W 50 KT 60 MPH 36H 21/1800Z 16.8N 123.0W 60 KT 70 MPH 48H 22/0600Z 17.3N 124.2W 70 KT 80 MPH 60H 22/1800Z 17.7N 125.3W 85 KT 100 MPH 72H 23/0600Z 18.2N 126.4W 85 KT 100 MPH 96H 24/0600Z 19.0N 128.6W 75 KT 85 MPH 120H 25/0600Z 20.0N 131.2W 60 KT 70 MPH $$ Forecaster Hagen/Pasch