Hebrews 4:14-16

The High Priest Gives Strength to Continue to The Rest The strength of the foundation of the Christian's confession is further indicated by the High Priest that is his. He is Jesus Christ the Son of God, who has already passed through the heavens and is in the ultimate place of glory, being with God. He is there to make intercession for His disciples (Hebrews 4:14; Hebrews 7:25). He is a glorious High Priest who is loving, compassionate and understands the feelings and weaknesses with which people are confronted. He really understands temptation more fully than men since He met and overcame it (Hebrews 4:15; John 8:29; John 8:46; John 10:32; 2 Corinthians 5:21; 1 Peter 2:22; 1 John 3:5).

For all the reasons previously mentioned, Christians should have no fear as they approach their High Priest and ask for help in a time of need. Under Moses' law, only the priests could “draw near” to God. However, under the covenant of Christ, every believer is a priest and the way to the “throne of grace” is opened to all (Hebrews 4:16).