December 31, 2014 – Smriti "Simmi" D. Isaac

“Now that we know what we have—Jesus, this great High Priest with ready access to God—let’s not let it slip through our fingers. We don’t have a priest who is out of touch with our reality. He’s been through weakness and testing, experienced it all—all but the sin. So let’s walk right up to him and get what he is so ready to give. Take the mercy, accept the help.”

Hebrews 4:16 MSG – A verse of the day from the Bible presented in Eugene Peterson’s contemporary version called The Message. Accompanied by a personal reflection below.

May it be that this exhortation is a source of encouragement to you! Even in times of doubt and mistrust, may it be that you are reminded of this great promise: Jesus is your advocate and high priest and is petitioning on your behalf. Even when you think nobody understands, least of all God, this is a truth that is worth remembering and being reminded of.