Today, we're talking about President Biden's trip to Maui, former President Trump's planned

arraignment in Georgia, the BRICS summit, and other top news for Wednesday, August 23rd.

Stay in formal remaining focused on Christ with the pourover.

Here's the quote of the day.

Humility is the foundation of all the other virtues, hence, in the soul in which this virtue

does not exist, there cannot be any other virtue except in mere appearance.

Let's start with some espresso shots.

President Biden was in Maui Monday, almost two weeks after wildfires claimed at least 115 lives

and left about 850 still missing.

Hawaiian electric co now faces lawsuits for its role in the blaze.

Lawyers claim that the power should have been shut off to prevent sparks from igniting dry vegetation,

saying the fire was predictable given strong winds, bone dry conditions, and dilapidated power poles.

Hawaiian electric has defended its decision to leave the power on and keep communication lines open.

Blame has also shifted to Washington.

Critics slammed the president for having no comment on the disaster, forgetting Maui's name,

and offering only $700 per affected household.

The White House said they didn't want to interfere with local rescue efforts

and would do everything possible for the island.

God knows the path of every spark.

He sees the thoughts and intentions of every heart, and he is an impartial judge.

Seek restoration while trusting the Lord for the ultimate help, compassion, and justice we need in a broken world.

Hosea 12 verse 6 says,

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