The Lost Lion
Related Verses
1 Timothy 4:1
Now the Spirit speaketh expressly, that in the latter times some shall depart from the faith, giving heed to seducing spirits, and doctrines of devils; 2speaking lies in hypocrisy; having their conscience seared with a hot iron;
Hebrews 3:12
Take heed, brethren, lest there be in any of you an evil heart of unbelief, in departing from the living God.
The Lost Lion is a powerful lament on the state of apostasy in Great Britain, a nation that once roared with the strength of its Christian faith but has since lost its voice to the darkness of secularism. The song paints a vivid picture of a land where churches once flourished, their doors open to seekers of truth, but now stand abandoned as society turns to fleeting pleasures and moral decay. Drawing from Luke 8:13 and Mark 4:19, the lyrics reflect on how faith, once deeply rooted, has withered under the weight of materialism, lust, and pride. The lost lion symbolizes a nation that has traded its spiritual heritage for indulgence, echoing the parable of the seeds that fell among thorns, choked by the distractions of the world.
The lyrics do not merely mourn the decline but also issue a stern warning, urging listeners to recognize the path of destruction before it is too late. Referencing 1 Timothy 4:1 and Hebrews 3:12, the song highlights how hearts have grown cold, deception has taken root, and even children are being ensnared by the rising tide of sin. With Great Britain ranked among the highest consumers of explicit content, the song confronts the nation’s moral crisis head-on, illustrating the devastating impact of unchecked desire and spiritual neglect. Yet, in the midst of despair, the chorus serves as a rallying cry, challenging believers to break free from sin and return to the light, reminding them that redemption is still within reach.
Despite the overwhelming darkness, The Lost Lion does not end in hopelessness but in the promise of renewal. The song’s final verses call Great Britain to repentance, declaring that God’s mercy has not yet been withdrawn. As the trumpet sounds and the King’s return draws near, the lyrics implore the nation to bow before Christ before judgment falls. The bridge and outro offer a glimmer of hope, reminding listeners that from the ashes of moral decline, revival can rise again if hearts turn back to God. The song is both a lamentation and a call to action, urging a once-mighty lion to reclaim its faith and roar once more for Christ.
Lyrics
[Intro]
Once stood strong, the lion bold and bright,
Now its roar is lost into the night.
Once the gospel shaped this sacred land,
Now it crumbles like the shifting sand.
[Verse]
Luke 8:13 warns us of the cost,
Shallow roots and faith so quickly lost.
Truth is drowned by pleasures of the flesh,
Hearts grow cold, deception is enmeshed.
Churches stand abandoned, doors now closed,
Faith replaced by lust that sin has posed.
Mark 4:19 speaks of darkened ways,
Trapped in wealth and pride, the lost now stray.
Idols rise where crosses once were high,
Truth exchanged for pleasure’s empty lie.
Greed and flesh now lead the hearts of men,
God’s own house is left to fall again.
[Pre-Chorus]
Turn away before it is too late,
Do not walk the path that seals your fate.
Timothy has shown the ones who fall,
Turning deaf to God’s eternal call.
[Chorus]
The lost lion, hear the Savior’s cry,
Will you rise, or will you choose to die?
Turn from sin and run into the light,
Break the chains and stand up for the fight.
[Verse]
Children fall to darkness, lost in lies,
Fed on sin before they’re old and wise.
Eyes consumed by what defiles the soul,
Trapped in webs where lust takes full control.
Hebrews warns of hearts that turn away,
Falling deeper with each passing day.
Still, the Lord extends His hand of grace,
Calling Britain back to seek His face.
[Verse]
Pride of life has led the blind astray,
Sin has ruled and stolen faith away.
Lust of eyes has turned the truth to dust,
Trading love of God for worthless lust.
Where is justice? Where is mercy’s reign?
Where is faith that once removed the chains?
Still, the gospel shines, its flame won’t die,
Christ redeems the lost when they draw nigh.
[Pre-Chorus]
Turn away before it is too late,
Do not walk the path that seals your fate.
Timothy has shown the ones who fall,
Turning deaf to God’s eternal call.
[Chorus]
The lost lion, hear the Savior’s cry,
Will you rise, or will you choose to die?
Turn from sin and run into the light,
Break the chains and stand up for the fight.
[Verse]
Rise again, O land that once believed,
Turn to Christ, let souls no more be grieved.
Every throne and kingdom fades away,
Only God’s own Word remains to stay.
Heed His voice before the coming storm,
Let His Spirit cleanse and make you warm.
Hardened hearts, repent before too late,
For His mercy still can change your fate.
[Bridge]
From the ashes, hope can rise again,
Mercy calls the hearts of broken men.
Though the land is wrapped in endless night,
Christ still shines, the everlasting light.
[Verse]
Trumpets sound, the King is drawing near,
Will you stand in faith or drown in fear?
Every knee will bow before His throne,
He will judge the lost who die alone.
Do not wait, the time is running fast,
Turn to Christ before the storm is cast.
Let the lion roar with faith anew,
God is calling—will He rescue you?
[Outro]
Oh, Great Britain, hear the Savior’s plea,
In His grace, redemption sets you free.
Turn to Him before the final day,
Find His love and do not turn away.