Happy Wednesday, it is September 1st and you're listening to The Pour Over.

We aim to keep Christians informed on what's happening in the world while remaining focused

on Christ.

Here's the quote of the day, we can seal, but God wants to heal.

And to do that, he must first expose.

Gary Thomas.

Let's get started with some espresso shots.

No power, no water, no gasoline, no clear timeline for recovery.

Even hurricane veterans were stunned by Hurricane Ida's power.

New Orleans $14 billion levy system passed its toughest test since being upgraded after

Hurricane Katrina, but Sunday's storm still caused widespread destruction.

Energy companies say the hurricane downed eight major transmission lines, impacting 1 million

people that could take weeks to restore even with over 25,000 utility workers being sent

to the area.

One time of recording, there were four reported deaths, two in Louisiana, two in Mississippi,

but Governor John Bell Edwards, DLA, warned that he expect that number to rise.

Rescue missions continue as others begin the long and painful process of cleaning up.

There are very practical needs in Louisiana and Mississippi.

If you are able, consider it volunteering or donating to organizations on the ground,

like Samaritan's Purse.

James 216 reads.

If one of you says to them, go in peace, keep warm and well fed, but does nothing about

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