Jesus is not just a distant figure or a historical leader; He is our Great High Priest who has passed through the heavens and stands as our mediator before God. Unlike the temporary priests of the Old Testament, Jesus’ priesthood is eternal and unchangeable, offering us a direct connection to God Himself. He is seated at the right hand of the Father, always interceding for us, and His sacrifice was once and for all, granting us access to God’s presence. In every season, no matter how confusing or challenging, we are encouraged to hold fast to our confession of faith, knowing that Jesus is faithful and able to save completely those who come to God through Him. [09:27]
Hebrews 4:14-16 (ESV)
Since then 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 is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. 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.
Reflection: In what area of your life do you need to remember that Jesus is your Great High Priest, interceding for you right now? How might this truth change the way you approach God today?
Jesus is not removed from our struggles; He fully understands and sympathizes with every weakness and temptation we face. He was tempted in every way as we are, yet He did not sin, making Him uniquely qualified to walk with us through our trials. His compassion is not theoretical—He has lived among us, experienced our pain, and now offers us comfort and understanding. When you feel misunderstood or alone in your struggles, remember that Jesus truly knows what you are going through and stands ready to support you with empathy and love. [12:28]
2 Corinthians 5:21 (ESV)
For our sake he made him to be sin who knew no sin, so that in him we might become the righteousness of God.
Reflection: What is one struggle or weakness you have been hesitant to bring to Jesus? How can you open your heart to Him today, trusting that He truly understands?
Because of Jesus’ sacrifice and ongoing intercession, we are invited to come boldly—not arrogantly, but confidently and persistently—to God’s throne of grace. We no longer need someone else to go to God on our behalf; Jesus has made a way for us to approach God directly, at any time, with any need. There is no request too big or too small for Him, and He promises mercy and grace to help us in our time of need. This access is a precious gift, and we are encouraged to make use of it, bringing our cares, concerns, and praises to God with confidence. [15:21]
Matthew 27:51 (ESV)
And behold, the curtain of the temple was torn in two, from top to bottom. And the earth shook, and the rocks were split.
Reflection: What is one specific need or concern you have today that you can bring boldly to God’s throne, trusting Him to hear and respond?
While family and friends can offer support, there is no one like Jesus, who is always present and understands us completely. He is the friend who sticks closer than a brother, never leaving us or misunderstanding our hearts. In times when you feel isolated or that others cannot relate to your situation, remember that Jesus is always available, always listening, and always caring. Cultivating your relationship with Him brings a depth of comfort and assurance that surpasses any earthly relationship. [06:13]
Proverbs 18:24 (ESV)
A man of many companions may come to ruin, but there is a friend who sticks closer than a brother.
Reflection: When have you felt alone or misunderstood? How can you intentionally turn to Jesus as your closest friend and confidant today?
Through Jesus’ death and resurrection, the barrier between us and God has been removed, granting us the privilege of being called sons and daughters of God. This access is not just for a select few, but for all who trust in Jesus, young and old alike. We are invited into a loving, ongoing relationship with God, where we can bring every care, every joy, and every sorrow to Him. This relationship is anchored in the finished work of Christ, who desires to walk with us daily and give us abundant, eternal life. [20:40]
John 1:12 (ESV)
But to all who did receive him, who believed in his name, he gave the right to become children of God.
Reflection: What does it mean to you personally to have direct access to God as His child? How can you embrace and live out this relationship more fully today?
In the midst of life’s uncertainties and the ever-changing challenges we face, there is a constant: Jesus Christ, our great High Priest. No matter what generation we belong to or what struggles we encounter, we are reminded that Jesus is the one we can always turn to. While family and friends may offer support, and while it’s natural to seek understanding from those around us, there is no substitute for the One who knows us completely and has experienced every temptation and trial, yet remained without sin. Jesus is not only our Savior but also our advocate, the One who intercedes for us before the Father.
The book of Hebrews teaches us that Jesus is superior to all who came before—prophets, angels, Moses, and the Levitical priests. Unlike the temporary priests of old, Jesus’ priesthood is eternal and unchangeable. He has passed through the heavens and sits at the right hand of God, making intercession for us. Because of His sacrifice, we are invited to approach the throne of grace with boldness—not with arrogance, but with confidence, persistence, and freedom. We no longer need a mediator to go to God on our behalf; through Jesus, we have direct access to the Father.
Jesus’ ability to sympathize with our weaknesses is not theoretical. He was fully human and fully God, experiencing every form of temptation and suffering that we do, yet without sin. This means He truly understands our struggles and is able to offer real compassion and help. When we come to Him, we find mercy and grace in our time of need. Our relationship with Jesus is not just about knowledge or tradition; it is about a living, loving connection with the One who gave His life for us and continues to sustain us.
As we reflect on who Jesus is, how He identifies with us, and what we gain by coming to Him, we are encouraged to hold fast to our confession of faith. No matter how difficult life becomes, we can trust that Jesus is always present, always listening, and always able to help. This truth is not just for the youth, but for all who seek hope and assurance in Christ.
Hebrews 4:14-16 (ESV) — 14 Since then we have a great high priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus, the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession.
15 For we do not have a high priest who is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin.
16 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.
``Christ is better than anything and anyone as found early in these chapters of Hebrew Hebrews. He is superior to the prophets. He's superior to the angels. He's superior to Moses and the priests of Israel. Jesus is better than any past, present or future mechanism. He bought us into a better covenant. He offered a better sacrifice. And he made a way for us to draw near to God as we wrestle with the cares of this life. [00:06:56] (36 seconds) #JesusOurEternalHighPriest
He is our great high priest. In the Old Testament, the little the Levitical priests were temporary, just a copy of what was to come. They always appointed new mediators as Levitical priests would. Would die off and it would have to be replaced. The service of atonement was repeated year after year. Jesus Christ is our high priest. [00:09:02] (25 seconds) #JesusSympathizesWithUs
So let us hold fast to our confession, no matter how bleak or confusing your situation may appear even in these times of the pandemic, rely on Jesus Christ and don't turn away from your faith. Hebrews also reminds let us hold fast the confession of our hope without wavering. For he who promise is faithful. He who promise is faithful. [00:10:57] (26 seconds) #FullyGodFullyHuman
The third point I want to bring in the formal question. What do I gain by knowing and coming to Jesus? The last verse in our text, it said, let us therefore come boldly to the throne of Christ that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need. That there's a great gain in knowing Jesus and better yet to be known by him, not knowing him by knowledge or just mere existence, but to have a loving relationship with Jesus, to accept, accept his gift, his gift that he's given with his own life, with his blood, the gift of salvation, and to know him as Lord and saved, to confess him as Lord, that you reign in my, that you have control of my life. And as Savior, the One, the person who saved me from my sin, he sits at the right hand of the Father, with authority given to him, advocating for you and I. [00:14:02] (67 seconds) #JesusIntercedesForUs
Boldly, Boldly. When it says let us therefore come boldly to the throne. Boldly doesn't mean that I come proudly, that I've come arrogantly, that I come with some kind of presumption. Boldly means that we may come constantly. Boldly means that we may come without reservation. Boldly means we can come freely. Boldly means that we can come with confidence. Boldly means we should come with persistence. Our confidence is based on the knowledge that Jesus died to save and he lives to keep us. He lives to sustain you and I. [00:15:09] (42 seconds)
We're blessed to have a God who has a desires to have a relationship by where we can go into his presence at any time. Thankfully, God provides help in our time of need. And there's no request, there's nothing too big, there's nothing too small that God will not lend his attentive ear to those whom he loves. All we have to do is call on his name. [00:16:24] (27 seconds)
No one has to go on our behalf but Jesus himself. And he sacrificed his life once and for all that you and I might have access that we can take our cares unto the Lord, because He cares for you and I so we can go to the throne of grace. Through the authority of Jesus, he grants access to God. You can talk to him at will. [00:18:07] (26 seconds)
So what do I gain by knowing and coming to Jesus? We can boldly, confidently come to God with our requests, knowing we can find mercy and grace in him, knowing who to go through, who to go to. [00:19:17] (20 seconds)
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