Topic: The Throne of Grace

Scripture Reading: Hebrews 4:14-16

Main Text
Hebrews 4:14-16

'Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.'

We all need someone to sympathize with our problems and weaknesses without condemning us. Sometimes that is enough to get us through, just to know that someone else understands what we’re going through.

Jesus is not unsympathetic. He understands our deepest feelings. 
Jesus knew every type of temptation. He knew what it is like to be hungry, thirsty, and tired. He knew the horrible agony of physical torture, which He endured in His trial and crucifixion. He knew what it is like to be mocked, distrusted, maligned, and betrayed by friends. From the start of Jesus’ ministry to the very end, Satan leveled all of his evil power and strategies to try to get Jesus to sin. But he never succeeded. Jesus always obeyed the Father.

Whenever we approach the throne of grace in prayer, we encounter a sympathetic High Priest who can always relate to our challenges and give us grace in time of need to obey every word of God. Hold fast your confession of faith regardless of the circumstances.

Prayer:
Heavenly Father, I thank You for Your mercy and grace available for me in time of need in Jesus name, Amen!

Have a gracious week!
Shalom