–5:10, reminding us that Jesus is the perfect High Priest who understands every weakness, temptation, and struggle we face. Unlike earthly priests who were limited by their own sin, Jesus experienced the full weight of human suffering without ever giving in to sin. Because of His victory, we can approach God with confidence, knowing we will find mercy for our failures and grace for our present need.Throughout the message, Pastor Derrill explained that Jesus doesn't sympathize with us from a distance—He empathizes because He has personally endured temptation, suffering, rejection, and pain. His obedience was proven through suffering, qualifying Him to become the eternal source of salvation for all who trust in Him. As our High Priest, Jesus not only understands what we're carrying but also invites us to bring it to Him without fear or shame.The sermon challenged believers to stop believing the lie that their struggles disqualify them from God's presence. Instead of pulling away from God during weakness, Hebrews encourages us to draw near to His throne of grace again and again. No matter the setback, failure, or season of struggle, Jesus has not removed us from His team. Because He remains our faithful and eternal High Priest, we can confidently come to Him, receive His help, and remember that we are still in the lineup.