Title: The Lamb Who Roars – The Justice and Mercy of Jesus Scripture Focus: Revelation 19:1-3; Revelation 6:16-17; Isaiah 53:7; John 1:29

Throughout Scripture, Jesus is revealed in two dramatically different ways: as the Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world (John 1:29), and as the Lion of the Tribe of Judah, who comes in power and righteous judgment (Revelation 19). This paradox—the Lamb who was slain and the Lion who roars—invites us into a deeper understanding of both God’s mercy and His justice.

We live in a world filled with unspeakable injustice: child trafficking, slavery, corruption, and violence. The sermon reminds us that God sees it all—and He is not indifferent. Justice delayed is not justice denied. One day, Jesus will return, not just as a gentle redeemer, but as the Goel-Ha-Dam, the Kinsmen Redeemer and Blood Avenger, to right every wrong and judge every sin.

But we must not see this only as a future warning for the wicked. The question is personal: Where do I stand? Have I accepted the mercy of the Lamb, or am I still living under the judgment of the Lion? The same Jesus who came in humility offers us grace today, but His second coming will bring final justice. This is both sobering and hopeful.

For those who follow Jesus, His return is not to be feared, but longed for. It’s the moment when wrongs are made right, tears are wiped away, and the faithful are vindicated. Let us walk in the mercy of the Lamb today and live with urgency in light of the Lion’s return.

Discussion Questions

What stood out most to you from this message—either emotionally, spiritually, or intellectually?

The sermon opened with the question: Is it Christian to be angry? How would you answer that based on what you’ve learned?

Read Revelation 6:15-17 and Revelation 19:11-16. How do these images of Jesus as the avenger of blood shape your understanding of His character?

Why do you think Western Christianity tends to emphasize Jesus as the Lamb while neglecting the image of the Lion?

 How do you personally wrestle with the existence of evil in the world? Do you ever struggle with the idea that God seems slow to act?

The sermon emphasizes that “delayed justice is not no justice.” Where in your life or the world around you are you longing for justice? How does this message bring hope?

Jesus came first as the Kinsmen Redeemer, but will return as the Blood Avenger. Have you received the redemption He offers—or are you still trying to "grade on a curve"?

The sermon asked: Have we created a god in our own image? In what ways might your image of God be more culturally formed than biblically grounded?

What practices (prayer, confession, community, Scripture) are helping you stay awake and ready in “the season where everything ends (or begins)”?

This week’s practice: Find 15–30 minutes to reflect on Jesus as both Lamb and Lion.

• Read Isaiah 53, Revelation 6, and Revelation 19 slowly.
• Journal your honest reactions. Where do you feel awe? Fear? Comfort? Conviction?
• End your time in prayer, asking God to help you receive the Lamb’s mercy and prepare for the Lion’s return.