Who Is the Lion of Judah?

By Don Bell | ⏱️ 6 minute read

You might be wondering about the lion imagery featured throughout this site. It points directly to The Lion of Judah — the powerful biblical title for Jesus found in Revelation 5:5. The Scripture declares, "Do not weep. Behold, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has prevailed." This is more than just imagery; it represents Jesus, the person I follow, and He invites you to walk after Him too.

Walking After the Lion of Judah

Lion of Judah Drawing"They shall walk after the LORD. He will roar like a lion" (Hosea:11:10).
Source: ©maxtor7777/Depositphotos.com

In the summer of 1994, I attended a powerful series of out-of-town worship meetings. I'll never forget the atmosphere in those meetings — hundreds of voices lifted in worship, the air thick with expectancy, and people hungry for more of God's presence.

During one evening's ministry session, when the leaders were praying for people, the Holy Spirit settled upon me, and I slumped to the floor, overwhelmed by God's powerful presence. A sensation of deep peace enveloped me, and a prophetic vision unfolded that continues to bless me as much now as it did then.

A Personal Anecdote

Suddenly, I was no longer in that crowded room. 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 flowers in every color imaginable. 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 magnificent lion with a golden mane walked up from behind and stood quietly at my left side. He radiated presence and power, yet His eyes held such kindness that I felt no fear.

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

If you've seen The Chronicles of Narnia films based on the books by C.S. Lewis, you'll recognize this Lion. When I later watched Aslan on screen, he looked exactly like the Lion in my vision. This wasn't just my imagination drawing from a movie I'd seen. The vision came first; the Narnia connection came years later as a beautiful confirmation.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.

We came across a man 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, 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, while a hideous demon wrapped 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 over her!"

The Lion Roared again — it was both terrible and beautiful. Instantly, the chains shattered like glass, and 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 Lion of Judah 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. As the vision continued, I realized this wasn't just a one-time experience — it was a pattern for life.

The Pattern of Walking After the Lion

The vision faded, and I found myself back on that carpet, but its message has never left me. In the weeks following those worship meetings, I discovered what "walking after the Lion" means in everyday life — not just in supernatural moments, but in the daily rhythms of following Jesus.

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 of Judah is Roaring over your life today. Will you walk after Him?

Your Invitation to Walk After the Lion

Roaring Lion of Judah DrawingThe Lion of Judah (Revelations 5:5)
© Andrew Bell

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 in 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 cannot 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).

A Prayer to Begin Walking

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

"Jesus, Lion of Judah, I have been trying to walk alone for too long. I need Your strength, Your Roar, Your presence in my life. I am 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 means receiving new spiritual life through faith in Jesus Christ, becoming a new creation from the inside out.

If you have prayed that prayer, something powerful has happened. You are now born again, a member of God's family! God Himself now lives in you through His Spirit, guiding you, strengthening you, and teaching you to recognize His voice. Your Kingdom journey with the Lion of Judah has begun!

You Are Sealed and Secure

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). This means everything that belongs to Jesus — His authority, His inheritance, His relationship with the Father — is now yours too.

For me, being sealed feels like having the Lion so close I can sense His presence, with 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 after the Lion of Judah daily? How to recognize His promptings? How to move in His authority and experience His Roar in your circumstances?

Many new believers wonder, "What comes next?" This easy 3-day course will guide you through those crucial first steps of following the Lion of Judah in your everyday life. 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 have listened for His prompting and acted in obedience, He has always backed me up with His mighty Roar.

He is ready to do the same for you!

Read more about my free 3-day course: Jesus, the Lion of Judah.

Endnote

1 C.S. Lewis understood something profound: Jesus is the untamable Lion who is fierce in love, powerful in presence, yet gentle and safe for those who trust Him.

In the final scene of The Chronicles of Narnia depicted below, as Lucy and Mr. Tumnus watch Aslan walking far below on the seashore, their dialogue underscores Aslan's untamable nature and eventual return.

Scene of Aslan Leaving"We'll See Him Again." —Mr. Tumnus

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 ..."

(This image is used for the purposes of commentary and education regarding the cultural and religious symbolism of the Lion of Judah. We believe this constitutes a fair use of the copyrighted material under Section 107 of the US Copyright Act because it is used to illustrate a specific educational point and does not substitute for the original film experience.)

—The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. Directed by Andrew Adamson, performances by Georgie Henley and James McAvoy, Walt Disney Pictures/Walden Media, 2005.

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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 walk in the fullness of the Holy Spirit.


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