“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 (NKJV)

One of the most beloved Psalms in Scripture begins with these memorable words:

“I will lift up my eyes to the hills—From whence comes my help? My help comes from the Lord, who made heaven and earth.” (Psalm 121:1-2)

What was going through the mind of the Psalmist as he penned this beautiful song?

Was he looking toward the hills surrounding Jerusalem, the city where God’s Temple stood? Was he contemplating the arduous annual pilgrimage to worship on Mount Zion? Perhaps he was gazing upon the rugged Judean terrain and reflecting on the dangers that lay ahead—wild animals, robbers, harsh weather, and difficult paths.

Or perhaps, as many believe, he was looking beyond the hills themselves to the God who dwelt among His people, affirming that his confidence was not in the mountains but in the Maker of the mountains.

For us today, the “hills” may represent something entirely different. They may symbolize the systems and structures upon which people place their trust—governments, politics, business, finance, technology, media, education, military power, or human influence.

Whatever the Psalmist had in mind, one thing is certain: he answers his own question emphatically.

“My help comes from the Lord.”

Not from the hills.

Not from the journey.

Not from earthly systems.

Not from human strength.

His help comes from the Lord, the One who created the heavens, the earth, and the hills themselves.

Today, I want to encourage you to restore your confidence in God and in the power of prayer.

One of the great spiritual realities of life is that it is impossible to look fully to God while simultaneously placing your trust elsewhere. You cannot look upward with one eye and downward with the other. Your heart will ultimately focus on one object of trust.

This is part of the profound meaning behind Jesus’ words:

“Blessed are the pure in heart, for they shall see God.” (Matthew 5:8)

The pure-hearted believer is not merely morally clean; he is undivided in devotion. His vision is singular. His gaze is fixed. His trust is settled. He looks to God.

And because he looks to God, he sees God.

This brings me to the kernel of today’s meditation.

Hebrews 4:14-16 declares:

“Seeing then that we have a great High Priest who has passed through the heavens, Jesus the Son of God, let us hold fast our confession. For we do not have a High Priest who cannot sympathize with our weaknesses, 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.”

What an astonishing invitation!

We have a Great High Priest.

Jesus Christ has passed through the heavens. He has gone before us. He has crossed every barrier. He has broken through every obstruction. He has entered the very presence of God on our behalf and has opened a living way for us.

We have access!

Under the Old Covenant, only the High Priest could enter the Most Holy Place, and then only once a year. But under the New Covenant, the veil has been torn. The way has been opened. Every child of God now has direct access to the Father through Jesus Christ.

Even more wonderful is this: our High Priest understands us.

He knows what it means to be human.

He knows weakness.

He knows temptation.

He knows rejection.

He knows sorrow.

He knows pain.

He knows disappointment.

He knows what it feels like to walk where we walk.

Though fully God, He became fully man. Therefore, He is not a distant observer of our struggles; He is a compassionate mediator who perfectly understands every challenge we face.

Because of this, Scripture says:

“Let us therefore come boldly.”

Notice that it does not say timidly.

It does not say fearfully.

It does not say reluctantly.

It says boldly.

Not because we are worthy, but because Christ is worthy.

Not because we are strong, but because He is strong.

Not because we deserve an audience, but because He has secured one for us.

And where are we invited to come?

To a Throne of Grace.

For the believer, God’s throne is not primarily a throne of judgment. It is a throne of grace.

A place of mercy.

A place of compassion.

A place of acceptance.

A place of divine assistance.

A place where unmerited favour flows freely.

How often the enemy persuades us to run away from God when we fail, stumble, or become overwhelmed. Yet the Gospel teaches the exact opposite.

When you are weak—run to God.

When you are confused—run to God.

When you are afraid—run to God.

When you have sinned—run to God.

When life seems impossible—run to God.

There is grace waiting for you there.

The writer of Hebrews tells us that we may obtain mercy and find grace to help in time of need.

What troubles you today?

What burden are you carrying?

What report have you received?

What door seems closed?

What mountain appears impossible?

Bring it to the Throne of Grace.

Bring your fears.

Bring your tears.

Bring your questions.

Bring your family.

Bring your finances.

Bring your ministry.

Bring your health.

Bring your future.

Bring everything to Jesus.

Nothing is too small.

Nothing is too great.

There is a Throne of Grace.

It is a throne of solutions.

It is a throne of answers.

It is a throne of restoration.

It is a throne of healing.

It is a throne of power.

It is a throne of possibilities.

It is the highest throne in the universe.

And whatever is settled there is settled forever.

Child of God, lift up your eyes.

Not to the hills.

Not to the systems of men.

Not to your circumstances.

Lift up your eyes to Jesus, our Great High Priest.

There is a Throne.

A Throne of Grace.

And the invitation still stands today:

Come boldly.

Prayer

Heavenly Father, thank You for opening the way into Your presence through Jesus Christ, our Great High Priest. Thank You that Your throne is a throne of grace, mercy, and help. Today I bring every burden, every concern, and every impossibility before You. Strengthen my faith to look to You alone. Help me to approach Your throne with confidence, knowing that You hear me and care for me. Let Your mercy flow over my life and let Your grace empower me in every area of need. In Jesus’ mighty name, Amen.