Yes, believers can approach God with confidence because Jesus, our High Priest, was tempted in all points like us, yet without sin, and now intercedes for us.
The Bible assures us that we have a High Priest who can be touched with the feeling of our infirmities, having been tempted in all points like we are, yet without sin (Hebrews 4:15). Therefore, we are invited to come boldly to the throne of grace to obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16). Les emphasizes that this invitation is open 24/7 and that God hears each believer individually.
Hebrews 4:15-16 — This passage directly teaches that because Jesus sympathizes with our weaknesses, we can approach God's throne with confidence.
The Bible teaches that believers can approach God with confidence because Jesus Christ, the Son of God, is our great High Priest who has passed into the heavens. He is able to sympathize with our weaknesses because He was tempted in all points like us, yet without sin (Hebrews 4:14-15). Therefore, we are invited to come boldly to the throne of grace, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need (Hebrews 4:16). Additionally, if any believer sins, Jesus Christ the righteous is our advocate with the Father, defending us against accusations (1 John 2:1).
Les Feldick teaches that we have a High Priest who can be touched with the feeling of our infirmities, and who was tempted in all points like we are, yet did not fall (Hebrews 4:15). He emphasizes that Jesus' constant availability means that at any moment, a million believers may approach the throne, yet God hears each one individually. Les also explains that God's mercy has already been accomplished through the cross, so we don't need to 'pray through' or struggle to reach God; the door is at ground level and accessible by faith. He encourages believers to leave everything at the throne of heaven and receive the peace of God that surpasses understanding.
Because Jesus was tempted in all points like we are, yet without sin, He can sympathize with our weaknesses. This means He is not distant or untouched by our struggles, but fully understands our human experience. Therefore, we can approach His throne with boldness, knowing He will grant mercy and grace in our time of need.
Yes, Les explains that God is available 24 hours a day, every day. Even if a million believers are simultaneously approaching the throne, God hears each one individually. This open-door policy means we can come at any hour with confidence.
No, Les teaches that all has been accomplished by Christ. God's mercy has already been given through His death, suffering, and resurrection. There is nothing left to pray through; the door to God's presence is at ground level and accessible to all who come by faith.
Access to God's grace is by faith. Les explains that everything God did for us at the moment of belief—sanctification, forgiveness, justification—is known by faith, and through faith we stand in grace. This faith-based confidence allows us to rejoice in hope of God's glory.
When we leave everything in the throne room of heaven through prayer, we receive the peace of God which surpasses all understanding. This peace guards our hearts and minds, keeping our mental health balanced even in adverse circumstances.
The Three Temptations Everyone Faces — Eve to Jesus Explained
It was a bustling double seaport city, a seaport on the east and a seaport on the west, and it was a commercial city. It had a lot of commercial activity. There was a large community of Jews, and into this ungodly city comes the apostle Paul with no fanfare, no advance men, and he just comes in and starts preaching the gospel as we'll see it in a few weeks anyway in chapter 15, how that Christ die…
High Priest Sympathizes
Les explains that we have a High Priest who can be touched with our infirmities and who was tempted in all points like us, yet did not fall—this is why we can come with confidence.
God Hears Individually
Les highlights that God is available 24/7 and hears each believer individually when they approach the throne, giving assurance of personal attention.
What Happens When Satan Is Cast Out of Heaven?
And, or but, if any sin, we have an advocate. You know what that word really means? Hey, that's your attorney. That's your mouthpiece, I guess the world today would say. And just as soon as Satan comes into the throne room and accuses you and I of whatever sin, immediately the Lord comes to our defense, see? And in so many words, what does He say? Hey, He's under the blood. He's forgiven.
No Need to 'Pray Through'
Les teaches that God's mercy is already accomplished; there is no barrier or struggle required to approach God.
Access by Faith
Les explains that access to God's grace is by faith, and everything we receive is known through faith.
Peace with God
Les describes the believer's peace with God, knowing the work of the cross has settled everything, enabling confident access.
Peace of God
Les teaches that leaving everything in the throne room results in the peace of God that guards our hearts and minds.
Hebrews 4:15: For we have not an high priest which cannot be touched with the feeling of our infirmities; but was in all points tempted like as we are, yet without sin.
This verse affirms Jesus' ability to sympathize with our weaknesses because He faced temptation without sinning.
Hebrews 4:16: Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.
This verse directly commands us to approach God's throne with boldness to receive mercy and grace.
1 John 2:1: My little children, these things write I unto you, that ye sin not. And if any man sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ the righteous.
This verse shows that even when we sin, Jesus defends us as our advocate before the Father.
Yes, because Jesus is our advocate with the Father. When Satan accuses us, Jesus defends us, reminding the Father that we are under the blood and forgiven. So we can come boldly to the throne of grace for mercy and help.
Les teaches that God hears each believer as an individual. Even if a million believers are praying at the same time, He does not hear a jumble, but He knows each person and their specific needs.
No, Les emphasizes that there is nothing to 'pray through.' Christ's work is finished, and mercy is already available. You simply come by faith, trusting in what He has done.
Watch the Teaching: The Three Temptations Everyone Faces — Eve to Jesus Explained