| This is one of the most encouraging chapters in this book. When we first realise our position as a sinner, we realise also our need of one who can stand before God on our behalf. Then as we go on as a Christian, we realise how much we need the continuing ministry of that same person to help us day by day. We begin to understand not only what Christ has done for us but also what he is doing for us now. His present ministry is one of intercession for us before God's throne. Read verse 25 again. Exactly how he does this is not fully revealed but one or two other references in the Bible will help us greatly. Turn to Luke 22:31-32. When had Christ prayed for Peter and the other disciples? Before the temptation came to them. What had he asked? That their faith might not fail. He prayed for them before the attack by Satan came. Other references which you could study are John 17:15; 1 John 2:1 and Jude 24. Whether we know our need or not he is helping us by his intercession for us. This work will only be completed when we ourselves stand before God's throne. Is his work silent or does he speak? We are not told. Aaron the high priest never uttered a word in the Holy of Holies. He let the blood speak for him. Remember this work is done by one who knows our weaknesses and our temptations. Christ's work will continue as long as the need remains. Isn't that encouraging? 'Five bleeding wounds he bears received on Calvary
They pour effectual prayers and strongly plead for me.' | 
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