“Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.”
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 — the exhortation calls readers to approach the throne not with fear but with boldness, knowing that Christ's priestly work has opened access to divine mercy and grace. The throne of grace is where judgment and mercy meet; God's justice has been satisfied by Christ's atoning work.
Church Fathers on Hebrews 4:16
“Let us come then boldly [with confidence] unto the throne of His grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need.” What “throne of grace” is he speaking of? That royal throne concerning which it is said, “The Lord said to my Lord, Sit on My right hand.” Psalm 110:1 What is “let us come boldly”? Because “we have a sinless High Priest” contending with the world. For, says He, “Be of good cheer, I have overcome the world” John 16:33; for, this is to…
Nicene & Post-Nicene / Ante-Nicene Fathers translations · public domain
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