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Hebrews 4

Hebrews 4:16

The Living Word · Hebrews 4:12–16
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Translations

Modern
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.
Traditional
Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
Literal
Therefore let us come with confidence to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and may find grace for help in time of need.
Latin
Adeamus ergo cum fiducia ad thronum gratiæ: ut misericordiam consequamur, et gratiam inveniamus in auxilio opportuno.

Original

Greek
English
Let us then approach the throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.

Notes

Hebrews 4:16

  • The verb translated as let us then approach can also mean "let us continually come," indicating ongoing action.

  • As our compassionate high priest, Jesus has made it possible for people to confidently enter God's presence (see Hebrews 6:19–20; 10:19–23). There, we can receive his mercy and grace when we need it most.

Hebrews 4:14–16

These important verses finish the encouragement that began at Hebrews 3:1. They also introduce a long teaching about Jesus and his role as high priest (4:14–10:25).

Parallels

2 Timothy 3:10–17

Glossary

Ark of the Covenant Ascension of Christ Bible, Manuscripts and Text of the (New Testament) Exaltation of Christ Grace Hebrews, Letter to the Intercession of Christ Land Prayer Sinlessness of Christ

Topics

Access Access to God: Saints Have, with Confidence Access to God: To Obtain Mercy and Grace Afflictions and Adversities: Consolation In Approaching God Boldness of the Righteous Communion with God: Saints: Have, in Prayer Confessing Sins Faith in Christ God: Access To God: Grace of God's Grace God's Help God's Mercy Grace: God's Throne, the Throne of Grace: Pray for for Yourselves Holy Boldness: Have, in Prayer Mercy-Seat: The Shekinah Upon Mercy-Seat: The Throne of Grace Needing God Overcome Overcoming Disappointment Overconfidence Prayer for Mercy and Grace to Help in Time of Need Prayer: Answer To, Promise Prayer: Enjoined Prayer: should be offered Up with Boldness Prayer: Unclassified Scriptures Relating To Praying for Each Other Questioning God Self Abuse Self Mutilation Time: Particular Periods of, Mentioned: The Time of Need Types of Christ: Mercy-Seat Types of the Saviour: The Mercy-Seat Weakness