14 Seeing then that 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 cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, but was in all points tempted as we are, yet without sin. 16 Let us therefore come boldly to the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.
Hebrews 4:14-16
Q & A：
- How is the work of Jesus and His blood different to the atonement offering and sacrifices for sin in the Old Testament? Explain how we have been justified by Jesus’ blood when the veil in the temple that separated the holy of holies were torn to halves. (Heb 10:5-10; Heb 10:11-12; Matt 27:50-51; Rom 5:9; Rom 5:1)
- Explain why it is impossible for us to obtain the righteousness based on our own strength and how can we then approach the throne of grace boldly? Knowing that we have a High Priest who can sympathize with our weaknesses as He went through tremendous sufferings as man, what struggles do you currently face that you may share with Him? (Heb 4:14-16; Phil 3:9; Gal 2:16; 2 Cor 5:21; Eph 1:7)’
- Have you experienced betrayal from someone you trust, false accusation by twisting the words against you, or company/church politics? How did Jesus’ reaction to these situations teach us to forgive, love, bless, do good and pray for our enemies? (Matt 26:48-49; Luke 11:4; Isa 54:17; Matt 5:43-44)