Miracle Mindset

 Story and Photos by Ken Hulsey There is one thing you can always count on in Louisiana: a beautiful sunrise. Since I had the day off, I decided to wake up early and venture out with my camera to capture some of the stunning scenery here in Central Louisiana. I’ve been promising myself for almost a year that I would spend some time getting back into my photography, and a holiday from work provided the perfect opportunity.

 From a Sermon by Pastor Richie Thornton The first thing I want you to see in this passage this morning is that this woman struggled with this issue of blood for 12 years. 12 years is a long time! The number 12 has a significant meaning in the Bible… The number 12 typically means perfection or authority, and often the number 12 is used in a context of government… For instance, we see the 12 disciples; the 12 tribes of Israel; 12 spies who went to scout the Promised Land… In Revelation we read about the New Jerusalem; we see the number 12 repeatedly: 12 gates, 12 angels, 12 foundations…all this points to perfection, ultimately coming under God’s authority and under God’s government.

 From Pastor Steve Smothermon Think about the Pledge of Allegiance, especially where it says, One nation under God. A beacon of light: Scripture teaches in Amos 3:3 How can two walk together unless they be agreed? God brought people from every nation of the world to make and create America — a place that would be a beacon of light to the world that God is real and that He sent Jesus to save us; a light that other nations would envy; a light that when a nation honors God, He will cause it, them to prosper; a nation like no other nation; one nation under God; “one nation.”

  The Birth of a Nation: Celebrating Independence Day Every year on July 4th, Americans across the country come together to celebrate Independence Day, a day marked by fireworks, parades, and barbecues. But what many may not know is that the push for independence was solidified on July 2, 1776, when the Second Continental Congress made a historic decision to sever ties with Great Britain. This momentous occasion was not simply ritual; it was a pivotal point in the life of a fledgling nation yearning for freedom.

 Photo by Ken Hulsey Rock the Red: Celebrating Independence Day in Alexandria, Louisiana As July 4th approaches, the vibrant community of Alexandria, Louisiana, gears up for its much-anticipated annual celebration, Rock the Red. This free, family-friendly event promises an afternoon and evening filled with joy, excitement, and patriotic fervor—all set against the beautiful backdrop of the Red River.

  A Pivotal Day in American History: July 1, 1776 On July 1, 1776, the gathering of the Second Continental Congress in Philadelphia marked a significant turning point in the quest for American independence. The scene was tense, with delegates grappling with Richard Henry Lee's resolution to declare independence from Great Britain. The outcome of this meeting would be pivotal not just for the colonies but for the future of the United States.

 Celebrate Independence Day with Vernon’s 4th of July Celebration! As the summer heat begins to rise, so does the anticipation for one of the most beloved events in Vernon, Texas: the 4th of July Celebration at the Santa Rosa Rodeo Grounds! Mark your calendars, gather your loved ones, and prepare for an evening filled with excitement, delicious food, and stunning fireworks lighting up the night sky.

On June 29, 1776, pivotal events unfolded in the burgeoning United States that would resonate through history, marking the transition of Virginia into an independent powerhouse with its first constitution. The Virginia Convention, fueled by the spirit of revolution, formally adopted this critical document, which would become a cornerstone for governance in the new Commonwealth of Virginia. Their actions were driven by a fervent desire to escape the "detestable and insupportable Tyranny" imposed by British rule, signaling a broader movement toward independence that would culminate in the Declaration of Independence just a few weeks later.

  Romans 6:1-4 Well then, should we keep on sinning so that God can show us more and more of his wonderful grace? Of course not! Since we have died to sin, how can we continue to live in it? Or have you forgotten that when we were joined with Christ Jesus in baptism, we joined him in his death? For we died and were buried with Christ by baptism. And just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glorious power of the Father, now we also may live new lives. (NLT)