Who Is the Lion of Judah?

You might be wondering about the meaning of the Lion. Why the lion drawings on this site? Well, the Lion of Judah is Jesus. I walk after Him, and He invites you to walk after Him too.

Walking After the Lion of Judah

By Don Bell | ⏱️ 6 minute read

Lion of Judah Drawing"They shall walk after the LORD. He will roar like a lion…" (Hosea:11:10).
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News about a revival at the Toronto Airport Vineyard Church reached us in the summer of 1994, and for our family's holiday, I arranged for us to stay at the nearby Monte Carlo Inn. For a week, we immersed ourselves in what became known as the Toronto Blessing.

I'll never forget the atmosphere in those meetings — hundreds of voices lifted in worship, the air thick with expectancy, people hungry for more of God's presence. During one evening ministry time, the presence of the Holy Spirit settled over me, and I slumped to the floor under a weight of glory.

A sensation of deep peace enveloped me, and a prophetic vision unfolded that continues to bless me as much now as it did then.

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Suddenly, I wasn't in that crowded church anymore. I stood in a beautiful meadow amid rolling hills as far as the eye could see. The soft grass beneath my feet was the deepest green, sprinkled with the most beautiful flowers in every color. It was so peaceful, so vivid, so alive. How long I stood taking it all in, I cannot say.

Then, I heard Him before I saw Him — the sound of footsteps in the grass. A huge lion with a golden mane walked up from behind and stood quietly at my left side. He was magnificent, radiating presence and power, yet His eyes held such kindness that I felt no fear at all.

I instantly knew: This was Jesus, the Lion of Judah.

(Years later, when I had seen Aslan in The Chronicles of Narnia films, he looked exactly like the Lion in my vision.)1

The Lion nodded His head, and I understood that He wanted me to walk after Him. I placed my hand on His shoulder — His mane was warm and soft — and we began walking across the meadow together.

Soon, we came across a man who was writhing on the ground in great pain. The Lion stopped and looked at the man, then at me. He nodded, and somehow I knew exactly what to do. Kneeling beside the man, I placed my hand on his shoulder.

The instant I touched him, the Lion tossed his head back and released a mighty ROAR. The sound wasn't just loud — it was alive, full of love and authority and power. The man sat up, instantly healed.

The Lion continued walking, and I followed His lead. Soon, we encountered a young woman bound with heavy chains, a hideous demon wrapping more chains around her as she struggled helplessly. Again, the Lion nodded to me.

"Release her now!" I commanded the demon. "You no longer have authority here!"

The Lion ROARED again — it was both terrible and beautiful at the same time. Instantly, the chains shattered like glass, as the terrified demon scurried away. The woman stood free with tears of joy.

We walked on, witnessing more miracles, and I began to understand the pattern: The majestic Lion would always be there to lead me, and when I listened for His promptings and acted in obedience, He would back me up with His powerful roar.

I wasn't doing the miracles — He was. I was simply walking after Him, learning to move when He moved.

The vision faded, and I was back on that carpet, but its message has never left me. In the weeks after Toronto, I discovered what "walking after the Lion" means in everyday life.

It means starting each day with my spiritual hand on His shoulder, asking, "What are we doing today, Lord?" It means learning to recognize His gentle nod — sometimes a stirring in my spirit, sometimes a persistent thought, sometimes an unexpected opportunity to serve.

"They shall walk after the LORD. He will roar like a lion…" (Hosea:11:10).

The Lion has never failed me!

The Lion is roaring over your life today. Will you walk after Him?

Your Invitation to Walk After the Lion

Roaring Lion of Judah DrawingThe Roaring Lion of Judah, Revelations 5:5
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Jesus the Lion of Judah is looking at you right now with those same kind eyes. He's inviting YOU to place your hand on His shoulder and walk after Him.

Maybe you've tried to navigate life on your own strength. Maybe religion has felt like rules without relationship. The Lion offers something different — a daily walk where His strength backs up your obedience, where His ROAR breaks chains you can't break yourself.

Jesus is asking, "'I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me, though he may die, he shall live. And whoever lives and believes in Me shall never die. Do you believe this?'" (John 11:25–26, emphasis added).

If your heart is answering "Yes," you can begin to walk after the Lion right now. Tell Him in your own words or pray this prayer:

"Jesus, Lion of Judah, I've been trying to walk alone for too long. I need Your strength, Your ROAR, Your presence in my life. I'm sorry for going my own way. I believe You died for me and rose again. Today, I place my hand on Your shoulder. Fill me with Your Spirit, and teach me to walk after you. Thank You for never leaving my side."

What This Means

Born Again

To experience a spiritual rebirth; to come alive spiritually in Jesus Christ.

If you've prayed that prayer, something powerful has happened. You are now born again, a member of God's family! Your Kingdom journey with the Lion of Judah has begun!

Paul describes it this way: "Having believed, you were SEALED with the Holy Spirit of promise, who is the GUARANTEE of our inheritance…" (Ephesians 1:13–14, emphasis added)

For me, being "sealed" feels like having the Lion so close I can sense His presence, His strength available whenever I need it.

Paul says, "The Spirit Himself bears witness with our spirit that we are children of God, and if children, then heirs — heirs of God and joint heirs with Christ…" (Romans 8:16–17). Imagine: You are now a joint heir to God's Kingdom!

Please Contact Me and let me know if this has helped you begin your walk with Jesus. I'd love to hear your story.

Begin Your Journey: Walk After the Lion

Would you like to learn the practical steps of walking daily after the Lion of Judah? How to recognize His promptings? How to move in His authority and experience His ROAR in your circumstances?

I've prepared an easy 3-day course, and in it you'll discover:

  • Day 1: Awakening to the Lion's Roar
  • Day 2: Recognizing the Lion's Nod
  • Day 3: Walking in the Lion's authority

The Lion has never failed me. Not once. When I've listened for His prompting and acted in obedience, He has always backed me up with His mighty ROAR.

He's ready to do the same for you!

Read about my FREE 3-day course: Jesus the Lion of Judah.

Endnote

1 Aslan walking on the beach in the sunset. Lucy runs out to the balcony and see him walking away.

TUMNUS: "We'll see him again."
LUCY: "When?"
TUMNUS: "In time...you mustn't press him, He isn't a tame lion..."
LUCY: "No, but he's good..."

—Peacock, Ann, et al. "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe." The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, screenplay by Ann Peacock, Andrew Adamson, Christopher Markus, and Stephen McFeely, based on the 1950 novel The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis, directed by Andrew Adamson, Walt Disney Pictures, 2005.


About the Author

Don Bell of Kingdom Anointing

Don Bell is the creator of the Kingdom Anointing website, and a dedicated follower of Jesus Christ. He shares insights from his spiritual journey to encourage ordinary believers to seek God's Kingdom and lead extraordinary lives in the Holy Spirit.


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