Heb 4:14-16 | MHM | STEP | v. 14 : We learn about the greatness of Christ as our High Priest. 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 (Hebrews 4:14 ). Jesus is far greater than any Old Testament priest. He has gone into heaven for us, to represent us before God. He is not only great, but also gracious and merciful. Because of this, we must hold tightly to our faith and never give up or be ashamed of Jesus, no matter what happens.

‏ Hebrews 4:14-16

v. 14: We learn about the greatness of Christ as our High Priest. 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 (Hebrews 4:14 ^a). Jesus is far greater than any Old Testament priest. He has gone into heaven for us, to represent us before God. He is not only great, but also gracious and merciful. Because of this, we must hold tightly to our faith and never give up or be ashamed of Jesus, no matter what happens.

v. 15: Jesus is a High Priest who understands our weaknesses. We have not a high priest who cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin (Hebrews 4:15 ^b). Jesus knows what it is like to be tempted and to suffer, but he never sinned. This means he can both help us and sympathize with us in our struggles.

v. 16: Because we have such a High Priest, we can confidently come to God for help. Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16 ^c). God has set up a “throne of grace,” not a throne of strict justice. We are invited to come as children, seeking mercy for our sins and grace to help us in difficult times. We should come with confidence, trusting that Jesus, our Mediator, makes a way for us to receive all the help and forgiveness we need.