Hebrews
4:16, “Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that
we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”
It
is expedient that we have the constant nurture and admonition of the
Lord in our lives. We must have a fresh Word from the throne of God
to empower and direct in our struggles today. We need an infusion of
His power and might into our present conflict. We must have the
presence of the Holy Spirit to provide wisdom and courage for today’s
decisions.
How
can we proceed further? What are the solutions to the problems
looking us in the face? If we want to survive, if we want to be
victorious, there is only one answer. We must look to the Lord Jesus
Christ in humility and contrition! He alone can give us the direction
we so desperately need! The Bible tells us to come boldly to the
throne of grace and make our petitions known to God through our
mediator, Jesus Christ. Jesus beckons for us to bring it all and lay
at His feet. He will take charge if we will relinquish our control.
Hebrews
4:14, “Seeing then that we have a great high priest, that is passed
into the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our
profession. 15 For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched
with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted
like as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly unto
the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help
in time of need.”
How
can we dare to be bold in approaching God? Because His throne is the
throne of GRACE and Jesus is our Advocate! He is pleading our case to
the Father! He is our “great high priest” and continually makes
intercession for us by the Holy Spirit. Romans 8:26, “Likewise the
Spirit also helpeth our infirmities: for we know not what we should
pray for as we ought: but the Spirit itself maketh intercession for
us with groanings which cannot be uttered. 27 And he that searcheth
the hearts knoweth what is the mind of the Spirit, because he maketh
intercession for the saints according to the will of God.” The key
is to come humbly and with a contrite spirit. Even when we don’t
know how to pray, the Spirit will pray for us according to the will
of God. The heart must remain submissive to our God of Grace.
How
do we know that God cares? Because our “great high priest” feels
our pain! Jesus left His throne in glory, came to earth in the form
of man, was tested in every way we could ever be tested and did so
without sin. He understands our human condition and is moved with
compassion “with the feelings of our infirmities.”
How
can we trust the promise God has made us? Because of who He is!
Psalm 24:1,”The earth is the LORD'S, and the fulness thereof; the
world, and they that dwell therein. 2 For he hath founded it upon the
seas, and established it upon the floods. 3 Who shall ascend into the
hill of the LORD? or who shall stand in his holy place? 4 He that
hath clean hands, and a pure heart; who hath not lifted up his soul
unto vanity, nor sworn deceitfully. 5 He shall receive the blessing
from the LORD, and righteousness from the God of his salvation.”
God is Sovereign and Powerful to do what He wants to do. However,
what He wills to do is consistent with truth and justice. Whatever He
does will be done in Truth and Mercy.
Psalm
89:14, “Justice and judgment are the habitation of thy throne:
mercy and truth shall go before thy face.
Lord,
I come boldly before the throne of Grace that I may trust You with
all my heart. I will not depend upon my own knowledge and ability.
Lord, may I always acknowledge you and allow you to lead me. I pray
that we all will Come Boldly Before The Throne Of Grace! In Jesus’
Name.
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