In the time of need

For we do not have a high priest who is unable to empathize with our weaknesses, but we have one who has been tempted in every way, just as we are yet he did not sin. Let us then approach God’s throne of grace with confidence, so that we may receive mercy and find grace to help us in our time of need.   Hebrews 4:15-16

 

Everyone has a time of need, some are intense times of distress, and some daily times of temptation, fear and frustration. The time of need can also be of gratitude, while experiencing the Lord’s blessing. Whatever the need requires, there is an ever-accessible throne of grace to approach.

 

The throne of God’s grace is good. It is not a throne of condemnation, but of forgiveness. It’s not a throne of rejection, but of acceptance. It’s not a throne of control, but of freedom. The Lord’s throne rules with righteous judgment and justice for all. His throne glistens with trust and never tarnishes for lack of integrity or soiled character. It is simply and ever so, an accessible throne of grace to receive His mercy.

 

Those saved by grace have immediate and intimate access to the Lord’s throne of grace. It’s a safe place to confidently confide in Christ, so bring your hurts and heartaches to Him. It’s a sure place of renewal for a fatigued faith, so leave with Him doubts and fears. It’s a place of restoration for the burdened, so offer crushed emotions to the Lord for His repair. It’s a powerful place for those hounded by the demons of hell, so let God’s word fight for you.

 

Do you feel guilty for going so often to receive from the Lord at His trusted throne of grace? If so, reject this self-condemnation and replace it with Christ’s commendation. He empathizes with your extreme pain and temptations. His comfort is the energy you need to engage the world with confidence and compassion. All other seats of power fall powerless to the internal spiritual gumption that only God can give you.

 

Therefore, with humility and consistency bow to Christ in reverent fear and worship. It’s out of your praise and adoration from a hurting heart that He hears and answers prayer. Your time of need is His time to lead. Your time of need is His time to prove once again His faithfulness as a loving Father. Thus, graciously receive in your time of need.

Our prayer:  O Lord give us the confidence to come to your throne daily to receive of your grace that we might receive all that we need in our times of need.  In Jesus name we pray amen.
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Pastor Todd A. Brown
First Baptist of Chesterbrook
1740 Kirby Rd.  Mclean Va. 22101

Vision:" Disciples Making a Kingdom Impact"

Mission: Exalting, Evangelizing, Equipping, and Encouraging every soul in Christ

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