Miracle Mindset

 Photos and Story by Ken Hulsey. Earlier this month, I was diverted off my route to Arkansas and had to head to Shreveport instead. As luck would have it, my journey from Winnfield to Natchitoches down Highway 84 took me through the Kisatchie National Forest, one of the most beautiful places in Louisiana.

From The Veterans Administration World War I, commonly known as "The Great War," officially ended on June 28, 1919, when the Treaty of Versailles was signed at the Palace of Versailles in France. However, fighting had actually ceased seven months earlier, on November 11, 1918, when an armistice—a temporary cessation of hostilities—took effect between the Allied nations and Germany. For this reason, November 11th is widely recognized as the end of "the war to end all wars."

Photo and Story by Ken Hulsey The title of this devotional is simply "Bridges," a topic I initially wanted to write about a couple of weeks ago. It seems that everywhere I have traveled over the past few weeks has involved crossing a bridge. To provide some geographical context, I have been living here in Louisiana for the past several years, and my wife and I were in awe of the number of rivers, bayous, and lakes in this state when we first arrived. Coming from the California desert, we were not prepared for the abundance of water we would encounter here. Honestly, there is more water alongside the highways in the ditches after a good rain than in a typical lake in California .

How do you stay faithful to God through life's challenges, and what does it mean to finish strong? In the final chapter of Daniel, Pastor James shares powerful lessons about living faithfully, trusting God's promises, and making an eternal difference. Daniel's life teaches us that spiritual success begins with a decision to honor God before difficulties and temptations arise. 

Story and Photos By Ken Hulsey. This is an only in Louisiana type of feature because only in this state would you find a perfectly managed wetland complete with bullfrogs, 50-pound snapping turtles, yellow- and red-bellied turtles, soft-shell turtles, garfish, bass, carp and bream, along with an abundance of birds, cypress trees and, of course, alligators. 

Written by Ken Kulsey. Godzilla Minus One is arguably the best monster movie ever! Heck, it is honestly one of the best movies that I have seen in years. This is nothing like the campy Godzilla films you know. The human drama will make you cry, and the monster action is filled with 'OH MY GOD!" moments. Great script, great acting, and visuals that will blow your mind. Even if you are not a monster movie fan, this is a must-see movie event!

 This past week, my travels led me to the town of El Dorado in south-central Arkansas. My time there was limited, but I did manage to spend some time in the city's rather charming downtown area. Overall, the city of El Dorado is pretty atypical in regard to most locations throughout the region, meaning that there is a lot of poverty and rough neighborhoods, so I was surprised to discover an oasis of upscale dining, shopping, and entertainment in the old downtown district.

 Story and Photos by Ken Hulsey Last month, while driving from Beaumont, Texas to Lafayette, I stopped at the Explore Louisiana Welcome Center – a familiar pit stop where I had previously stretched my legs and used the facilities. However, this time, a co-worker's recommendation of a nearby nature trail piqued my interest. Though I had been to the center before, I had never ventured out to explore the spectacular swamp trail winding around the adjacent lake.

 Written By Ken Hulsey This weekend brought some wonderful fall showers to Central Louisiana, along with much-welcomed cooler temperatures. For the first time in a long while, I was able to enjoy some quality time outside. I’m a sentimental person who loves rain; I enjoy watching it fall, and when it’s not thundering, I like to take long walks in the rain. There’s something magical about experiencing the soothing calmness of a gentle or steady rain shower. The sounds change, the air feels different, and the overall vibe transforms. Rain also provides an opportunity for solitude—a chance to think, reflect, and connect with God.