Jesus, the perfect sacrifice, shed his blood to atone for our sins. He took our place, and once-and-for-all sanctified and purified us. We now have access to God.

It was a sacred moment when the high priest entered the Holy of Holies to make atonement for the people's sins. This act of intercession required a human mediator, and access to God's presence was limited to a select few (Leviticus 16:11-14).

However, through the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ, access to God is now available to all believers—and that includes you, .

Jesus served as the ultimate High Priest, making the once-and-for-all sacrifice for humanity's sins. His sacrificial death tore the veil that separated us from God, granting direct access to Him for anyone who puts their faith in Jesus (Hebrews 4:14-16; 7:19, 25; 10:19-22; Ephesians 3:12).

No longer do we need a human mediator or a physical temple to approach God. Through Jesus, we can boldly and confidently come before God's throne of grace. We are invited to bring our joys, sorrows, needs, and praises directly to Him, knowing that we will receive mercy and find grace in our times of need.

The privilege of direct access to God is a profound expression of His love for us. He desires an intimate relationship with His children and has removed any barriers that could separate us from Him. Through Jesus, we can experience His presence, guidance, and comfort in every aspect of our lives.

Let's on purpose cultivate a heart of prayer and worship, knowing that we are heard and loved by our Heavenly Father. The open invitation to God's presence is an invitation to experience the fullness of life found in communion with Him.

Prayer:

Dear Heavenly Father, thank you for the gift of access to You through Jesus. I am grateful for the privilege of approaching Your throne of grace with confidence. Help me to cultivate a heart of prayer and worship, knowing that You hear and love me. May I draw near to You daily and experience the abundant life found in Your presence. In Jesus' name, I pray. Amen.

Reflection Questions:

1. How does knowing you have direct access to God through Jesus impact your prayer life?

2. In what ways can you take full advantage of the privilege of approaching God's throne of grace with confidence?

3. How does having access to God change your perspective on life's challenges and joys?

Hymn: There is a Fountain

Watch Sunday's Message:

Two Goats, a Cross, and a Tomb

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