Angels Among Us!

 

 

O my lord, what are these? And the angel that talked with me said unto me, I will show thee ... these are they whom the Lord has sent to walk throughout the earth. We have walked to and fro through the earth, and behold, all the earth sits still, and is at rest.    (Zechariah 1:9-11)

 

The angel of the Lord descended from heaven, and came and rolled back the stone from the door, and sat upon it. His face was like lightning and his raiment white as snow. The keepers shook out of fear, and became as dead men. The angel answered and said unto the women, fear not, for I know that you seek Jesus, which was crucified.    (Matthew 28:2-5)

The Bible mentions three angels by name
 Gabriel

A messenger angel who appeared to both the Virgin Mary and to Muhammad, Gabriel is the angel of annunciation, heavenly mercy, resurrection, and revelation. It is Gabriel who will blow the horn announcing the second coming of Christ. In Islamic traditions, Gabriel is the angel of humanity, the spirit of truth. his symbol is the lily.

 
Michael.

Chief among the angel-princes, Michael is sometimes a worrior-angel, appearing as such in the Old testament books of Enoch and Daniel. In Revelations, it is Michael who leads an army of God's angels against satan, He is an angel of repentance, mercy and righteousness, appearing in Islamic , Jewish , and Christian "angelology". He is often depicted with a sword.
Raphael

An archangel and chief among the guardian angels, Raphael has special charge of protecting the young and, the innocent, and travelers. He is the angel of prayer, love, joy, light, providence and healing. He is often shown carrying a pilgrims staff.
 

Thousand thousands ministered unto him, and ten thousand times ten thousand stood before him: the judgment was set, and the books were opened.    (Daniel 7:10

Thinkest thou that I cannot now pray to my Father, and he shall presently give me more than twelve legions of angels?    (Matthew 26:53)

Neither can they die any more, for they are equal to the angels, and are the children of God, being the children of the resurrection.    (Luke 20:36)

And while they looked steadfastly toward heaven as He went up, behold two men stood by them in white apparel.    (Acts 1:10)

But of that day and hour no man knows, no, not the angels of heaven, but my Father only.    (Matthew 24:36)

Bless the Lord, ye his angels, that excel in strength, that do his commandments, hearkening unto the voice of his word.    (Psalms 103:20)

And I fell at his feet to worship him, and he said to me, See thou do it not, I am your fellowservant, and of your brethren that have the testimony of Jesus. Worship God, for the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.    (Revelation 19:10)

Question's About Angels!

1. What does ‘Angel' mean?
- The Bible was written in Hebrew (Old Testament) and Greek (New Testament) Both use the words 'angel' and it means messenger. It also means an ambassador of human affairs, that is speaks in the place of one who has sent him.
- Extra Info.
Homer used the word 'angel' to be the messager of the gods. And who escort the soul to hades.

2. What else are angels called?
Sons of God - Job 1:6; Psm 89:6 Dan 3:25 (A better English translation may be heavenly beings)
Hosts of heaven - 1 Kings 22:19
God's ministers - Psm 103:21

3. Are their categories of angels?
Yes. archangels, powers, dominions, thrones, lords, authorities, serving angels,
Romans 8:38f; 1 Cor 15:24; Eph 1:21; Col 1:16

4. What is an archangel?
- 'Archangel' is only found in the New Testament at 1 Thess.4:16 and Jude 9. The idea is also seen in Rev. 8:2 and 7f, 8:10-12; Rev 9:1 and 13; Rev 11:15. Considered to be a postiion of authority among angels.(Outside of the Bible some writings before and around the time of Jesus believed that Gabriel was at teh left hand of God- However, THIS IS NOT taught in Scripture - but said to give you insight to beliefs at teh time of Jesus)

5. What are the names of the Archangels?
Gabriel Dan 8:16 (From Luke 1 Where it says that Gabriel was in the presense of God - many people would therefore believe that he is an archangel)
Michael Dan 10:13 (Is called an Archangel)

6. Did people believe in other Archangels
Yes. But these are not mentioned in the Bible. (Thus are NOT in the word of God)
Raphael Tobit 3:17 (This is not from the Bible but the Apocgrapha)
Sariel                    (Not in the Bible but mentioned in the Qumran Community)

7. What does the Bible say about the Archangel Michael?
- Michael means possibly "Who is like God "In the Book of Daniel he had special responsibilities as the champion of Israel against the rival angel of the Persians (Daniel 10:13,20) and he leads the heavenly armies against all supernatural forces of evil in the last battle (Daniel 12:1)
- In the New Testament he mentions in Jude 9 and Rev.12:7 where we are taught that Michael disputed with the devil over the body of Moses. In Rev 12:7 the theme of Dan 12:1 is taken up, presenting Michael as the vanquisher of the Dragon, (Satan)

8. What does the Bible teach about Gabriel?
- Gabriel may mean man of God or God is strong.
- In the OT he is a heavenly messenger who appears to Daniel as a man (Dan.8:16; 9:21)
- His function is to reveal the future by interpreting the vision Dan 8:17
- He is to give understanding and wisdom to Daniel Dan. 9:22
- Gabriel appears at the birth of John ( Luke 1:11-20) and Jesus (Luke 1:26-38) as an angelic messenger.
- He is one who came from the immediate presence of God to reassure Mary (Luke 1:30)

9. What are Cherubim?
These angels that traits of God and animals see Gen 3:24 Ezek 1:5-12 Ez 10:19-22 Ez 11:22 Psalm 18:10- 11

10. What are Seraphim?
Angels with 6 wings Isaiah 6:2

11. What are some of the things that angels do?
- Intermediaries between God and Man - Ezekiel 40:3; Zech 2
- They bring God's help - Dan 3:28; Psm 91.11; Acts 8:26, Hebrews 1:14
- Bring God's Revelation - Matthew 1:20; Acts 100:3
- Man's intercession - Zech 1:12; Job 5:1

12. Did people believe in angels at the time of Jesus?
We had two main Jewish group
Pharisees who did
Sadducees who did not Acts 23:8

13. Have angels always existed?
No They are created by God.  Job 4:18 and Job 15:15

14. Can angels sin?
Yes. Satan was an angel. Job 4:18 and Job 15:15

15. How many angels are there?
Countess Matthew 26:53
Did angels have anything to do with the giving of the law?
Yes Gal 3:19; Acts 7:53; Hebrews 2:2

16. Are angels interested in us?
Yes. Luke 15:10 and 1 Cor 4:9

17. What do angels do in heaven?
- Praise God Job 1:6 and Is 6:2f
- Share in God's joy. Luke 15:7
- Stand in the presence of God Matthew 18:10

18. Does the Bible say anything about guardian angels?
Yes!   Hebrew 1:14 and Matthew 18:10.

19. Does the Bible mention "national" guardian angels?
Some would see that Michael is the Guardian Angel of Israel. Dan. 10:13;20.

20. Is the word 'angel" ever used of men?
Yes to refer to messenger - Luke 7:24; Luke 9:52; James 2:25; Matthew 11:`10 Mark 1:2 and Luke 7:27 quoting from Mal.3:1

21. How many times is angel used in the New Testament?
175 times
51 in Matthew Mark and Luke
21 in Acts
67 in Revelation
In 2 Cor. 12:7 it is used to possibly personify a disease.

22. Was Jesus ever helped by angels?
Yes.   Matt 1:20; 2:13; 2:19; 28:2 and 5; Mark 1:13; Luke 1:19; 2:9,13; 22:43; John 1:51; Acts 1:10

24. Will angels accompany Jesus when he returns?
Yes. Matt. 13:49; Matt 16:27; Matt 25:31, 2 Thess. 1:7

25. Is Jesus superior to angels?
Yes in every way!
Mark 13:27; Hebrews 1:4-14; Phil 2:9ff

26. Do angels mediate God's judgment?
Yes. Acts 12:23

27. Did the angels act on behalf of the Apostles?
Acts 5:19; Acts 12:7-10

28. Do angels reveal the will of God?
Acts 8:26; Acts 10:3-8 and Acts 27:27f

29. What do angels think about?
Mainly praise to God, Jesus and Salvation. Ephesians.1:20f; Phil 2:9ff

30. What is more important that a message from an angel?
The commission that we have to preach the gospel. Galatians. 1:8

31. What is better than the language of angels?
Love 1 Corinthians 13:1

32. Can angels in heaven or fallen angels separate us from God?
No! No creature or angel can separate us from the love of God. Romans 8:38; Gal 4:3

33. Should we worship angels?
NO!! Col 1:15ff 2:18; Rev 19:10; Rev 22:8ff

34. Who is the ‘Angel of the Lord'?
These may denoted times when God appeared in human form Gen.16:7-14; Gen 22:11-15; Exodus 3:2; Judges 2:1ff; Judges 5:23; Judges 6:11-24; Judges 13:3ff. These appearances are also called the ophany

 

                    

 

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