Sacred Whispers Blog

“Go your way; behold, I send you out as lambs among wolves.”

Luke 10:3 NKJV

Lions are symbols of strength, courage, and dominance. Their roar commands attention, and their presence demands respect. On the other hand, lambs represent meekness, innocence, and vulnerability. In today’s scripture, Jesus tells us He sends us out as lambs among wolves—a startling image of defenseless creatures in a world filled with danger.

If I’m being honest, my first reaction is to ask God for a healthy dose of lion-like qualities, wouldn’t you? In a world filled with self-serving, manipulative, and ungodly individuals—wolves on the prowl—being a lamb seems counterintuitive. Who willingly chooses to be vulnerable when surrounded by danger?

We’ve all heard the phrase, “Only the strong survive.” But is that really true? Scripture presents a different reality. Jesus tells us, “The meek shall inherit the Earth” (Matthew 5:5). Meekness, in the biblical sense, is not weakness but strength under control. It’s the quality that allows us to navigate the world with humility and trust in God, even among wolves.

In today’s passage, Jesus encourages us not to be intimidated by the wolves around us but to make a difference through humility and service.

LION-LIKE COURAGE AND LAMB-LIKE HUMILITY

God calls us to embody both the lion and the lamb. Jesus Himself is the perfect example. As the Lion of Judah, He reigns supreme—King of Kings, Lord of Lords, Alpha and Omega. His power and authority are unmatched. Yet, He is also the Lamb of God—innocent, blameless, and willingly submissive to the will of the Father.

C.S. Lewis beautifully illustrates this duality in The Chronicles of Narnia. When the children first hear the condition of King Aslan, the great lion, they ask if he is safe. Mr. Beaver replies, “Safe? Who said anything about safe? ‘Course he isn’t safe. But he’s good. He’s the King, I tell you.” Like King Aslan, Jesus is both fierce and gentle, powerful and good.

As followers of Christ, we are called to mirror His example. There are moments when we must be lion-hearted, standing boldly in the face of injustice or spiritual attack. Yet, there are also moments when we are called to be lamb-like, submitting to God’s will, showing gentleness, and serving others with humility.

The key is discernment—knowing when to embody the lion’s courage and when to embrace the lamb’s meekness.

CHOOSING BOTH

So, will you choose to be a lion who seeks only to dominate, lead, and command? Or will you choose to embody both—a lion who knows when to lead and a lamb who knows when to serve and submit? Christ Himself is both, and He calls us to follow His example.

Being both lion and lamb means living a life of balance. It means having the courage to face challenges head-on while maintaining the humility to trust God’s plan, even when it doesn’t align with our own desires.

Remember that being a lamb among wolves doesn’t mean being powerless. Our strength comes from our reliance on God. The Apostle Paul reminds us, “When I am weak, then I am strong” (2 Corinthians 12:10). In our humility and dependence, God’s power is made perfect.

PRAYER

Lord, as we journey through life and face its ups and downs, grant us the courage to stand boldly as lions and the humility to submit as lambs. Teach us to follow Your example as both the Lion of Judah and the Lamb of God. May our lives reflect Your strength, love, and grace, and may we always bring glory to Your name. In Jesus’ name, Amen.

DAILY SPIRITUAL DISCIPLINE

Reflect on areas in your life where you are called to be a lion and where you are called to be a lamb. Ask God for discernment to navigate these moments with wisdom.

Consider this week how you can embody both courage and humility. Whether standing firm in your faith or serving someone in need, intentionally live out the balance of being both lion and lamb.