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In the biblical context, intercession is a vital aspect of the believer's spiritual life, where one pleads with God for the needs of others. The concept is deeply rooted in both the Old and New Testaments, illustrating the role of individuals who stand in the gap between God and humanity.<br><br>In the Old Testament, figures such as Abraham, Moses, and Samuel are notable intercessors. Abraham interceded for Sodom and Gomorrah, pleading with God to spare the cities if righteous people could be found within them (<a href="/genesis/18-22.htm">Genesis 18:22-33</a>). Moses frequently interceded for the Israelites, especially when they sinned against God. In <a href="/exodus/32-11.htm">Exodus 32:11-14</a>, Moses implores God to relent from His anger after the Israelites worship the golden calf. Samuel, too, is recognized for his intercessory role, as he declares, "As for me, far be it from me that I should sin against the LORD by ceasing to pray for you" (<a href="/1_samuel/12-23.htm">1 Samuel 12:23</a>).<br><br>The New Testament expands on the theme of intercession, emphasizing the role of Jesus Christ as the ultimate intercessor. <a href="/hebrews/7-25.htm">Hebrews 7:25</a> states, "Therefore He is able to save completely those who draw near to God through Him, since He always lives to intercede for them" . Jesus' intercession is not limited to His earthly ministry but continues in His exalted position at the right hand of the Father.<br><br>Believers are also called to intercede for one another. The Apostle Paul frequently requested prayers from the churches and encouraged intercessory prayer. In <a href="/1_timothy/2.htm">1 Timothy 2:1</a>, he writes, "First of all, then, I urge that petitions, prayers, intercessions, and thanksgiving be offered for everyone" . This call to intercession underscores the communal aspect of the Christian faith, where believers support each other through prayer.<br><br><b>Advocacy</b><br><br>Advocacy in the biblical sense refers to the act of pleading or arguing in favor of someone, particularly in a legal or judicial context. The concept is closely related to intercession but carries a more judicial connotation, often involving defense or support in a time of need.<br><br>In the New Testament, Jesus Christ is depicted as the believer's advocate. The Apostle John writes, "My little children, I am writing these things to you so that you will not sin. But if anyone does sin, we have an advocate with the Father, Jesus Christ, the Righteous One" (1 <a href="/john/2.htm">John 2:1</a>). Here, Jesus is portrayed as the divine advocate who pleads on behalf of believers, securing their forgiveness and maintaining their relationship with God.<br><br>The Holy Spirit also plays a role in advocacy. In <a href="/john/14-16.htm">John 14:16</a>, Jesus promises the coming of the Holy Spirit, whom He describes as the "Helper" or "Advocate" (Greek: Parakletos). The Holy Spirit aids believers by guiding them into truth, reminding them of Jesus' teachings, and empowering them to live according to God's will.<br><br>Advocacy is not limited to divine figures; believers are encouraged to advocate for justice and righteousness in their communities. <a href="/proverbs/31-8.htm">Proverbs 31:8-9</a> exhorts, "Speak up for those who cannot speak for themselves, for the rights of all who are destitute. Speak up and judge fairly; defend the rights of the poor and needy" . This call to advocacy reflects the biblical mandate to uphold justice and care for the marginalized.<br><br>In summary, intercession and advocacy are integral components of the Christian faith, reflecting the believer's role in prayer and action on behalf of others, while also highlighting the ongoing intercessory and advocacy work of Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit.</div></div><div id="centbox"><div class="padcent"><a name="sub" id="sub"></a><div class="vheading2">Subtopics</div><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/i/intercession.htm">Intercession</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession_for_adonijah.htm">Intercession for Adonijah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession_for_solomon.htm">Intercession for Solomon</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/i/intercession_of_christ.htm">Intercession of Christ</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession_of_man_with_god.htm">Intercession of Man With God</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession_of_man_with_man.htm">Intercession of Man With Man</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--abigail_for_nabal.htm">Intercession: Abigail for Nabal</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_abraham's_servant,_in_behalf_of_his_master.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Abraham's Servant, in Behalf of his Master</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_amos,_for_israel.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Amos, for Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_asaph,_for_the_congregation.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Asaph, for the Congregation</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_david,_for_israel.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of David, for Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_ezra,_for_israel.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Ezra, for Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_for_israel.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of for Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_for_miriam.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of for Miriam</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_for_paul,_by_the_congregations.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of for Paul, by the Congregations</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_in_behalf_of_abimelech.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of in Behalf of Abimelech</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_in_behalf_of_sodom.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of in Behalf of Sodom</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_jacob,_in_behalf_of_his_children.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Jacob, in Behalf of his Children</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_jeremiah,_for_israel.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Jeremiah, for Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_korah,_for_the_congregation.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Korah, for the Congregation</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_moses,_in_behalf_of_pharaoh.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Moses, in Behalf of Pharaoh</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_nehemiah,_in_behalf_of_judah_and_jerusalem.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Nehemiah, in Behalf of Judah and Jerusalem</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_onesiphorus.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Onesiphorus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_others,_who_sought_jesus_in_behalf_of_afflicted_people.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Others, Who Sought Jesus in Behalf of Afflicted People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_parents,_for_their_epileptic_son.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Parents, for Their Epileptic Son</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_paul,_for_god's_people.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Paul, for God's People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_solomon,_for_israel.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of Solomon, for Israel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_the_disciples,_in_behalf_of_peter's_mother-in-law.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of The Disciples, in Behalf of Peter's Mother-In-Law</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--additional_instances_of_the_syro-phoenician_woman,_for_her_daughter.htm">Intercession: Additional Instances of The Syro-Phoenician Woman, for Her Daughter</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_for_the_plague_of_darkness.htm">Intercession: Answered for the plague of darkness</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_for_the_plague_of_flies.htm">Intercession: Answered for the plague of flies</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_for_the_plague_of_frogs_to_be_abated.htm">Intercession: Answered for the plague of frogs to be abated</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_for_the_plague_of_locusts.htm">Intercession: Answered for the plague of locusts</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_for_the_plague_of_rain,_thunder,_and_hail.htm">Intercession: Answered for the plague of rain, thunder, and hail</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_in_behalf_of_aaron,_on_account_of_his_sin_in_making_the_golden_calf.htm">Intercession: Answered in Behalf of Aaron, on Account of his Sin in Making the Golden Calf</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_of_elijah,_for_raising_the_son_of_the_hospitable_widow_from_the_dead.htm">Intercession: Answered of Elijah, for Raising the Son of the Hospitable Widow from the Dead</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_of_elisha,_for_raising_the_son_of_the_shunammite_woman_from_the_dead.htm">Intercession: Answered of Elisha, for Raising the Son of the Shunammite Woman from the Dead</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_of_isaiah,_in_behalf_of_hezekiah_and_the_people,_to_be_delivered_from_sennacherib.htm">Intercession: Answered of Isaiah, in Behalf of Hezekiah and the People, to be Delivered from Sennacherib</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered_of_samuel,_for_deliverance_from_the_oppressions_of_the_philistines.htm">Intercession: Answered of Samuel, for Deliverance from the Oppressions of the Philistines</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--after_the_complaining_of_the_people.htm">Intercession: Answered: After the Complaining of the People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--after_the_israelites_had_made_the_golden_calf.htm">Intercession: Answered: After the Israelites had Made the Golden Calf</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--during_the_battle_with_the_amalekites.htm">Intercession: Answered: During the Battle With the Amalekites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--that_miriam's_leprosy_might_be_healed.htm">Intercession: Answered: That Miriam's Leprosy Might be Healed</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--that_the_plague_of_the_fiery_serpents_would_stop.htm">Intercession: Answered: That the Plague of the Fiery Serpents Would Stop</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--the_prophet_of_israel,_for_the_restoration_of_jeroboam's_withered_hand.htm">Intercession: Answered: The Prophet of Israel, for the Restoration of Jeroboam's Withered Hand</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--when_the_fire_of_the_lord_consumed_the_people.htm">Intercession: Answered: when the Fire of the Lord Consumed the People</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--answered--when_the_people_complained_on_account_of_the_report_of_the_spies.htm">Intercession: Answered: when the People Complained on Account of the Report of the Spies</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--ebed-melech_for_jeremiah.htm">Intercession: Ebed-Melech for Jeremiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--elisha_offers_to_see_the_king_for_the_shunammite_woman.htm">Intercession: Elisha offers to See the King for the Shunammite Woman</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--exemplified.htm">Intercession: Exemplified</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--intercessional_influence_of_the_righteous.htm">Intercession: Intercessional Influence of the Righteous</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--joab_for_absalom.htm">Intercession: Joab for Absalom</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--jonathan_for_david.htm">Intercession: Jonathan for David</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--judah_for_joseph.htm">Intercession: Judah for Joseph</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--paul_for_onesimus.htm">Intercession: Paul for Onesimus</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--pharaoh's_chief_baker_for_joseph.htm">Intercession: Pharaoh's Chief Baker for Joseph</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--reuben_for_joseph.htm">Intercession: Reuben for Joseph</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_daniel,_of_shadrach,_meshach,_and_abed-nego.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Daniel, of Shadrach, Meshach, and Abed-Nego</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_darius,_of_the_jews.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Darius, of the Jews</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_hezekiah,_of_isaiah.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Hezekiah, of Isaiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_israel,_of_samuel.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Israel, of Samuel</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_jeroboam,_of_a_prophet.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Jeroboam, of a Prophet</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_paul,_of_the_congregations.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Paul, of the Congregations</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_pharaoh,_of_moses.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Pharaoh, of Moses</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_simon_magus,_of_peter.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Simon Magus, of Peter</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited_by_zedekiah,_of_jeremiah.htm">Intercession: Solicited by Zedekiah, of Jeremiah</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited--and_by_johanan.htm">Intercession: Solicited: And by Johanan</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--solicited--and_by_the_israelites.htm">Intercession: Solicited: And by the Israelites</a></p><p class="pspc"><a href="/topical/naves/i/intercession--the_king_of_syria_for_naaman.htm">Intercession: The King of Syria for Naaman</a></p><a name="rel" id="rel"></a><div class="vheading2">Related Terms</div><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/i/intercession.htm">Intercession (12 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/g/givings.htm">Givings (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/i/intercessor.htm">Intercessor (2 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/thanksgiving.htm">Thanksgiving (49 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/thanksgivings.htm">Thanksgivings (6 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/entreaties.htm">Entreaties (6 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/e/exhort.htm">Exhort (37 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/m/meaning.htm">Meaning (41 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/petitions.htm">Petitions (24 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/searcher.htm">Searcher (6 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/s/supplications.htm">Supplications (32 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/u/urge.htm">Urge (34 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/o/offered.htm">Offered (320 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/b/behalf.htm">Behalf (140 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/t/thanks.htm">Thanks (151 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/h/harmony.htm">Harmony (21 Occurrences)</a></p><p class="pspc2"><a href="/topical/p/prayers.htm">Prayers (99 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