“Since then 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 is unable to sympathize with our weaknesses, but one who in every respect has been tempted as we are, yet without sin. Let us then with confidence draw near to the throne of grace, that we may receive mercy and find grace to help in time of need.” – Hebrews 4:14-16

We are a needy people.  Jesus meets our need:

He is our high priest (v14) who offered up a sacrifice (himself!) to pay for our sins so we could draw near to God.

He sympathizes with us (v15).  He knows what it is like to be tempted.  He struggled with temptation.  He knows human fraility.

He is perfect (v15).  Only someone who overcame sin himself can help us overcome sin.

He provides mercy (v16).  Through his death and resurrection, we can receive God’s mercy, forgiveness, cleansing.

He provides grace (v16).  By his grace, he can empower us through his Spirit to overcome sin in our lives.  By his grace and through his Spirit, he can change us to exhibit the Fruit of the Spirit.  By his grace and through his Spirit he can make us more like him, revive our hearts, and transform our lives.

We are a needy people.  Jesus meets our need.  Praise the Lord!