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“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).
In years gone by, when more of the world was ruled by kings, it was a serious thing to approach the king on his throne. He held absolute power, and with one word could send people to prison, take away their property, banish them from the country, or even send them to their death. Those who approached the king never knew how he might react to them, and there was often real fear in the king’s presence.
In our verse today we are reminded that when we approach the throne of God in prayer, we come to a throne of grace. We do not have to fear, for He loved us enough to send His Son to die for us. We have already obtained mercy when we were saved, and if we have needs now, we can approach that throne confidently. Even if we have done wrong, it is a throne of grace, and we will obtain mercy.
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