God In Control on the Throne
God spoke in times past through
the prophets, but He has reserved
the declaration of His glory for
His Son. By His death, Jesus lifts
mankind into the family of God.
Because of His perfect humanity,
Jesus is qualified to serve as High
Priest for sinful mankind. And He
will bring His people into eternal rest.
Lord,we Approach with confidence:
The word of God is… powerful…
piercing even to the soul and spirit
and is a discerner of the thoughts
and intent of the heart (Heb 4:12).
Let us hold fast our confession. For
we do not have a High Priest who
can’t sympathise with our weakness
but was in all points tempted as we
are yet without sin. Let us therefore
Come Boldly to the throne of
Grace, that we may Obtain Mercy
and Find Grace to help in time
of need (Heb 4:14-16). Amen.
Lord, breathe Your Words into me.
Don’t just teach me Your truth,
fill me with it. Let it shape me
in every way so that I can hear
Your voice in it. Lord, I invite You
to sharply and decisively divide
my own thoughts from Yours and
distinguish Your voice within me.
And let Your Words burn powerfully
in my heart and mind. Amen.
Lord, thanks for facing temptations and problems and thus understand our challenges and weaknesses. Thank You for pouring out Your life on the cross, for rising again and reigning at the right hand of the Father. Your throne is a place of grace for Your people, where we can receive Your mercy and help when we most need it. Amen.
Lord Jesus, thank you that You understand my weaknesses, for You have been tempted in every way and yet did not sin. Because You understand my struggles, I know I can come to You and receive mercy. And help me approach You with confidence, knowing that You will help me in my time of need. Amen.