Day 247: Hebrews 4:16
Hebrews 4:16
The Blueprint — The Verse
Let us then approach God's throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
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The Context — The History
Hebrews presents Jesus as great high priest after Melchizedek. Because he sympathizes with weakness yet is sinless, believers approach God's throne boldly for timely help.
The Narrative — The Lead-Up
Jesus' priesthood surpasses Aaron's; he was tempted yet without sin. Therefore let us draw near the throne of grace with confidence to receive mercy and grace for need.
The Echo — Follow-on Verses
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Hebrews 4:15
15For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are—yet he did not sin.
Read the verse immediately before this lesson (Hebrews 4:15) to hear the lead-in to the passage.
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Hebrews 4:17
Read the verse immediately after this lesson (Hebrews 4:17) to continue the passage.
Discussion
- What need drives you to God's throne today?
- How does Jesus' sympathy increase your confidence?
- What would bold prayer look like this week?