Dear Friend,

In our previous Christmas messages, we focused on the birth of Jesus and the fulfillment of the promise—the reconciliation between divinity and humanity, offering salvation and eternal hope to all who believe. You can read the promise in Luke 2 and in the book of Matthew.

Now, let’s go beyond the event of His birth and look at the powerful way He fulfilled the promise—the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God. These two titles dynamically describe the depth of His power and humility, His justice and mercy.

In Revelation 5:5, we read,

“Do not weep! See, the Lion of the tribe of Judah, the Root of David, has triumphed.”

The Lion of Judah symbolizes the strength and authority of Jesus, His kingship over all creation, and His ultimate victory over sin and death. He is mighty to save and reigns with unmatched sovereignty.

Yet, this triumphant Lion also chose to become the Lamb of God, as John the Baptist proclaimed in John 1:29,

“Look, the Lamb of God, who takes away the sin of the world!”

The Lamb represents His willingness to sacrifice Himself for us, bearing our sins so we could be reconciled to God, as stated in Job 14:16,

“Surely then you will count my steps but not keep track of my sin.” In His humility and gentleness, we find hope and peace.

This Christmas, as we celebrate the birth of Jesus, we are reminded of His miraculous ability to embody both these roles perfectly. He is our fierce protector and our gentle redeemer. In Him, we find the courage to face life's challenges and the grace to approach one another with love and compassion.

The Lion reminds us that the promises of God are sure and steadfast. He reigns with justice, and we can trust in His unchanging faithfulness. The Lamb invites us into a relationship built on love, sacrifice, and forgiveness, urging us to extend the same to those around us.

May this truth inspire us to embrace both boldness and humility in our own lives. Let us stand firm in our faith while showing kindness, generosity, and understanding to those we meet.

As you gather with family and friends this season, take a moment to reflect on the wonder of God’s plan—a plan that began with the humble birth of a baby in Bethlehem but carries the promise of eternal glory.

We wish you and your loved ones a Christmas filled with joy, peace, and the abiding presence of Christ—the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God.

Have a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!