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Bible verse
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.”
What it means
We do not have to shrink back from God, wondering if we are welcome. Because Jesus is our great high priest, we can come to the throne of grace with confidence, especially in our weakest moments. There we find mercy for our failures and grace to help right when we need it. No appointment, no perfection required; the way is open through Christ. Whatever you are facing, run to Him rather than away. The throne that could have condemned you now offers a Father's welcome and everything you need.
Hebrews 4:16 at a glance
| Reference | Hebrews 4:16 |
|---|---|
| Book | Hebrews |
| Chapter to read it in | Hebrews 4 |
| Topic | confidence |
| Passages linked to it | 10 |
| Translation on this page | King James Version (public domain) |
Read it in context
Read it beside its neighbours. These are the passages readers most often set next to this one.
- Ephesians 3:12
- Hebrews 7:25
- Hebrews 10:19-23
- Hebrews 13:6
- Philippians 4:6-7
- Isaiah 55:6-7
- Ephesians 2:18
- Matthew 7:7-11
- 1 Peter 2:10
- 2 Corinthians 12:8-10
Cross-reference data from OpenBible.info, used under CC BY.
Questions people ask
Where do I find Hebrews 4:16?
It is in Hebrews, in Hebrews 4. Reading the whole chapter shows who is speaking, to whom, and why.
What other passages go with Hebrews 4:16?
Readers most often set it beside Ephesians 3:12, Hebrews 7:25, Hebrews 10:19-23, Hebrews 13:6. Each is listed under Read it in context.
How can I pray Hebrews 4:16?
Read it slowly once, then say it back to God in your own words, one phrase at a time. Stop on the phrase that stays with you and stay there. You can also ask the family of God on The Living Bread to pray it with you.
Pray this
Father, you are already present in Hebrews 4:16, before any of us arrive. We bring you Hebrews 4:16, confidence. Teach us to love one another, as you have loved us. In the name of Jesus, amen.
Live this
Take one step this week.
- Read all of Hebrews 4 today, not only the one verse.
- Write Hebrews 4:16 where you will see it, and read it aloud at the start and end of the day.
- Tell one person what this verse means to you, and ask what verse has carried them.
Where this fits in the walk with Christ
Christ meets people in a place, and then walks on with them. Here are doors that walk on.
Read it, pray it, live it
On The Living Bread you can read the whole chapter, save this verse, ask Simon to explain it, pray it over your life, and share it with someone who needs it today.
