As this is one of my favorite verses, it has come up in many of my sermons. I usually discuss the confidence with which we are told to approach His throne. The reason for our confidence is due to the work of Jesus on our behalf. We would not have access, much less confident access without having Christ's finished work applied to us.
The one thing I have not mentioned is that this verse mentions "grace" twice. It explains not only the reason we can approach said throne, but also what we can expect to find when we have come to His throne; grace. Also the verse mentions, " Time of need " Well our greatest "time of need" , is when we realize that there is a throne that we will all one day approach. We also realize that we do not want to approach this throne without Jesus. Many of us, in addition have "times of need". We are overwhelmed, depressed, or consumed with grief. We may be simply emotionally, physically and spiritually down. When this is true in your life, this verse claims a great promise for you . You may approach Him , His throne and you will find grace. You will not find condemnation , for you are a child of God. Remember what Paul told us in Romans 8 , " There is therefore now no condemnation for those who are in Christ Jesus." Is today a time of need for you ? Here is a text that promises some very special help. So just how do you "approach"? I believe the most simple way is to grab a Bible and go into a quiet room, and simply talk to God. Tell Him of your " time of need" . You will find grace, the writer of Hebrews promises it.
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