How do we know Jesus is our advocate and intercessor?

Jesus serves as the only mediator between God and man, making intercession for His people continually. In Esther, Esther’s role foreshadows Christ’s, as she approaches the king to plead for her people despite the risk to her life. This parallels the New Testament revelation where Romans 8 states that the Spirit pleads for us with unutterable groanings, and Christ makes intercession according to the will of God. Thus, we have assurance that our needs are known and presented to the Father by our Savior, affirming His love and grace towards us.