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Approaching the Throne of Grace

Bible Passage: Hebrews 4:16

Summary: Hebrews 4:16 invites believers to approach God's throne with confidence, emphasizing the accessibility of grace through Jesus Christ.

Application: This passage serves as a powerful reminder that in our struggles and weaknesses, we do not need to hide from God. Instead, we are encouraged to come before Him boldly, knowing that He generously offers help and mercy in our time of need.

Teaching: The sermon teaches that God desires a personal relationship with us and that we can confidently seek His grace and help, regardless of our circumstances.

How this passage could point to Christ: This verse points to Jesus as our High Priest, who intercedes for us and opened the way to God's throne through His sacrifice, making it possible for us to receive mercy and find grace.

Big Idea: We can find strength and help in our weaknesses by boldly approaching God’s throne of grace through Jesus Christ.

Recommended Study: Consider studying the priestly role of Jesus in Hebrews, particularly chapters 4 and 5, to flesh out how His intercession facilitates our access to God. Look into the Greek terms used for 'boldly' (parrhesia) and 'grace' (charis) and their implications for prayerful living. Utilizing your Logos library, examine commentaries on Hebrews for insights into the original audience's perspective on approaching God.

1. Confidently Come to God

Hebrews 4:16a

You could emphasize how we are invited to come to God with confidence, not because of our own righteousness, but because of what Christ has accomplished. This confidence is rooted in understanding Jesus as our High Priest, who empathizes with our weaknesses and intercedes on our behalf. In this point, highlight the Christocentric nature of our bold access to God through Jesus, suggesting that this is indeed a reason for believer's assurance despite their struggles.

2. Generously Graced by God

Hebrews 4:16b

Perhaps focus on the generosity of God's grace available to us. Through Christ's work, the throne we approach is one characterized by grace, not condemnation. This invites believers to consistently seek God's help. Illustrate that in times of need, we are recipients of mercy and grace, showing the compassionate heart of God towards us, revealed fully in Jesus. This can reassure those feeling inadequate or distant from God, inviting steady reliance on His grace.