Calvary’s Cavalry

“For whatever is born of God overcomes the world; and this is the victory that has overcome the world - our faith.” 1 John 5:4

On March 6, 1836, residents of San Antonio, Texas, thought their world had come to an end. Declaring their independence from Mexico, they fought valiantly at a Catholic mission called the Alamo. Unhappily, Mexican General Santa Ana and his troops killed all 189 of the defenders, including the legendary Davy Crockett.

Six weeks later, though, with the battle cry of “Remember the Alamo,” General Sam Houston and a small calvary ensemble launched a surprise attack on Santa Ana. He was captured, forced to give up his army and acknowledge the independence of Texas.

This moment in American history is not unlike another more significant set of events in the chronology of our world. After His work of creation, God had placed His people in a luxurious garden called Eden. There, Satan declared victory after successfully encouraging man to rebel against his Creator.

The ultimate vindication, however, when the Son of God came to earth in human form, gave up His life on Calvary’s cross for the sins of mankind, and was raised from the dead. The Bible even taunts Satan, saying, “Death is swallowed up in victory. O death, where is your victory? O death, where is your sting?” 1 Cor. 15:54-55

As overcoming believers, we daily shout “Remember Calvary” and declare Christ’s victory over sin, death, and Satan.