Out like a Lamb, in like a Lion!

The spotless Lamb, the Lion of Judah. He is our King, our Savior, our God- now and forever! Our Lord Jesus Christ came to this earth for one thing- to lead us to repentance. (Luke 5:32) Although He was God's Son, perfect in every way, and did no wrong to anyone- this world turned on Him and eventually killed Him. However, as we all know- that was just the beginning of His reign.

We must look at our walks with Christ this way: we are dead to sin and have made the decision to not live of this world- however, we are still called to the Great Commission. We are to be salt and light to a dark and dying world, to show them this is not their home, to do greater things than even Jesus did! (John 14:12) We must exercise the love of Christ at all times (Matt 22:39), walk in His image, and understand that the wrath of God was satisfied with the ultimate sacrifice. We are forgiven- period. Our Lord Jesus left like a Lamb, perfect and spotless in every way- but He is not coming back that way!

Jesus did the whole "Savior of the world" thing already- this time He's coming back as the Lion of Judah! He's coming as King for His people and for His Kingdom! "And I saw heaven opened, and behold, a white horse, and He who sat on it is called Faithful and True, and in righteousness He judges and wages war. His eyes are a flame of fire, and on His head are many diadems, and He has a name written on Him that no one knows except Himself. He is clothed in a robe dipped in blood, and His name is called The Word of God. And the armies which are in heaven, clothed in fine linen, white and clean, were following Him on white horses. From His mouth comes a sharp sword, so that with it, He may strike down the nations, and He will rule them with a rod of iron; and He treads the wine press of the fierce wrath of God, the Almighty. And on His robe and on His thigh He has a name written, 'KING OF KINGS, AND LORD OF LORDS'. " (Rev. 19:11-16)

Single dad, parent, teenager, or friend- no matter what you are going through right now, no matter how bad it's gotten- your battle has already been won! Your Lord, Savior, and King is here right now waiting to destroy all things that are not of God in your life. Just open your heart to Him. Confess your sins. Ask for Jesus to take control of your life and to be your Lord and Savior. If you do, His Word promises that you will find rest. (Matt 11:28-30)