Hebrews
“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
Hebrews 4:16 (KJV) speaks to prayer, God's grace, and casting cares — words set in Hebrews, a letter on the greatness of Christ. It is the kind of verse worth reading slowly, more than once, and carrying with you through the day.
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Verses that sit beside this one
“Make thy face to shine upon thy servant: save me for thy mercies' sake.”
Psalms 31:16“Be careful for nothing; but in every thing by prayer and supplication with thanksgiving let your requests be made known unto God.”
Philippians 4:6“And call upon me in the day of trouble: I will deliver thee, and thou shalt glorify me.”
Psalms 50:15“The LORD is merciful and gracious, slow to anger, and plenteous in mercy.”
Psalms 103:8“In the day of my trouble I will call upon thee: for thou wilt answer me.”
Psalms 86:7“In my distress I called upon the LORD, and cried unto my God: he heard my voice out of his temple, and my cry came before him, even into his ears.”
Psalms 18:6
Common questions
What does Hebrews 4:16 mean?
In the King James Version, Hebrews 4:16 reads: "Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." The verse speaks to prayer, God's grace, and casting cares. To read it well, take it in the flow of Hebrews 4 rather than on its own, and let the words settle slowly — reading it aloud, or turning it into a short prayer, is often what makes its meaning land.
Is Hebrews 4:16 in the King James Version?
Yes. "Let us therefore come boldly unto the throne of grace, that we may obtain mercy, and find grace to help in time of need." is Hebrews 4:16 in the King James Version (KJV), found in Hebrews chapter 4.
What are some related Bible verses to Hebrews 4:16?
Verses that sit beside Hebrews 4:16 include Psalms 31:16, Philippians 4:6, and Psalms 50:15. Reading them alongside Hebrews 4:16 deepens the theme of prayer.
How can I pray with Hebrews 4:16?
Read Hebrews 4:16 slowly, take a breath, and turn it into a short prayer in your own words — thanking God for what it promises, or asking for what it points to. Keep it somewhere you will see it today, and let it be a companion rather than a task to finish.