“Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” – Hebrews 4:16
The book of Hebrews presents Jesus as our great High Priest, far superior to any earthly priest. Unlike the Jewish high priests, who entered the Most Holy Place only once a year to offer sacrifices (Leviticus 16), Jesus has permanently entered heaven and now intercedes for us at the right hand of God. His priesthood is not limited by time, human weakness, or sin—He is both fully God and fully man, the perfect mediator between us and the Father.
“Jesus is the bridge between God and man, the open door through which we come to the Father.” – William Barclay
This truth gives us confidence to hold fast to our faith. We do not follow a distant God who remains untouched by our struggles. Jesus knows our pain, understands our temptations, and sympathizes with our weaknesses because He has experienced life as we do—yet without sin (Hebrews 4:15).
“He knows the fight; He has felt the pressure; He has measured the difficulty of resistance.” – Alexander Maclaren
Because of this, we are invited to come before God boldly and without fear. Paul echoes this truth in Ephesians 3:12, saying, “In him and through faith in him we may approach God with freedom and confidence.” The Old Covenant restricted access to God’s presence, but Christ’s sacrifice tore the veil, granting us unrestricted access to the throne of grace.
“So let’s walk right up to him and get what he is so ready to give. Take the mercy, accept the help.” – Eugene Peterson (The Message)
We often feel unworthy to approach God, especially in times of failure. But His throne is not a throne of judgment for believers—it is a throne of grace. Jesus, our High Priest, offers mercy for our past and grace to strengthen us in every trial.
Short Prayer:
Lord Jesus, my compassionate High Priest, I come before Your throne of grace. You know my weaknesses, my struggles, and my fears. Thank You for interceding on my behalf. Fill me with Your mercy and grace today. Amen.
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