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The accompanying essay discusses the role tariffs in creating a prosperous economy. The focus is on the role of the church in adding value to the assets under the stewardship of Christians. The sovereignty of God over all assets is emphasized. It highlights the importance of integrating new Christians into the economic life of the church, where each member can contribute meaningfully. Tariffs are presented as tools to protect crucial parts of the economy and to shift production towards higher-value, and the more competitive sectors. The ultimate goal of a tariff is to improve the national balance sheet and enhance overall productivity and value creation, ensuring that the populace benefits from and tariff and later adjustments.