When He had disarmed the rulers and authorities [those supernatural forces of evil operating against us], He made a public example of them [exhibiting them as captives in His triumphal procession], having triumphed over them through the cross.– Colossians 2:15 (AMP)

Victorious Lord – Blessed Freedom

Jesus won! I love this passage. Commentator William Barclay helps us see the picture Paul evoked for his readers when he used the word "triumph" for the kind of victory believers have in Jesus Christ:

In a Triumph, the procession of the victorious general marched through the streets of Rome to the Capitol in the following order. First came the state officials and the senate. Then came the trumpeters. Behind them came those carrying the spoils taken from the conquered land. . . . Walking behind all these were the captive princes, leaders and generals in chains. … finally came the army wearing all their decorations and shouting Io triumphe!, their cry of triumph.

Because he won, we win, and we can walk in his victory and freedom!

Help Promote Upward Flag Football and Cheerleading

Upward sports is a Christian organization that uses sports to reach children and families with the gospel. Every practice and game will include a devotional and kids will learn scripture.

Please help us by volunteering to coach, referee, or help with concessions. Instructions, playbooks, and training will be given. For more information, go to cbchillsboro.com or email Jacob Harris at jacob.harris@cbc-hillsboro.com. Please pray and help get the word out!

Coming in July

As summer goes quickly by, place these dates on your calendar!

· July 20 @ 6:00 p.m. – S.N.A.C. Bring a snack, board game, card game, etc. We will enjoy food and fellowship and have a great devotion led by Dr. Jeremy Seely. Of course, the back porch will be available for basketball, cornhole, and the playground.

· July 27 @ 6:00 p.m. Lay led prayer meeting. This is being organized by Rebekah Calhoun. If she asks you to help, say yes! We need to be together for this special time of prayer. Please join us!

Think about it… “We are not to be alarmed when Satan hinders us, for it is proof that we are on the Lord's side and are doing the Lord's work. In His strength, we will win the victory and triumph over our adversary.— Charles Spurgeon