By Billy Graham   •   June 1, 2004   •   Topics: Angels

Does each person have a guardian angel that watches over them? I'd like to think so, but if we do have a special angel protecting us, then why do we still have accidents and things like that?

Whenever I’m asked why bad things happen to us, I have to admit that I don’t have a full answer to that question. Evil is real, and none of us are free from its devastation.

But the Bible does tell us that for the believer nothing happens outside God’s control–and yes, if we know Christ, His angels continually watch over us. The Bible says that God “will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways” (Psalm 91:11). It also teaches that the angels–although they are largely unseen–watch over us and work for our good. The Bible says, “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” (Hebrews 1:14).

Rather than only one angel, therefore, God surrounds us with a host of angels to protect us and go before us. Even when hard times come, Satan can never snatch us away from their protection–and some day they will escort us safely to heaven. The reality of God’s angels should give us great confidence in the Bible’s promises.

While the angels are real, we are not to become preoccupied with them or to worship them. Only God is worthy of our worship, and only Christ saves us. Trust Him alone as your Savior, for “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved” (Acts 4:12).

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The term “guardian angel” is not used in the scriptures; instead, angels are spoken of as “ministering” (see Omni 1:25 ; Moroni 7:22–29 ). “Angels speak by the power of the Holy Ghost” ( 2 Nephi 32:3 ) and often share in the Holy Ghost’s mission to comfort, guide, protect the faithful, and reveal or confirm truth. Thus, the Holy Ghost Himself can be considered a guardian angel.

Elder Jeffrey R. Holland of the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles taught: “From the beginning down through the dispensations, God has used angels … in conveying love and concern for His children. … Seen or unseen they are always near” (“The Ministry of Angels,” Ensign, Nov. 2008, 29).

The Lord has not revealed whether one specific angel is assigned to watch over each person, but you can be assured that divine protection and comfort are available. If you exercise faith, you will have God’s help, including angels sent to strengthen and comfort you and give you courage to do what is right.

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Dear Roger,

Recently I attended a funeral service for one of my long-time friends named Randy. There came a moment in the service where the minister invited people to share testimonies of how Randy had touched their lives and what he had meant to them.  The first one to speak was Randy's brother, Will, who proceeded to share that he had a guardian angel named Ralph, and that Ralph had a message of love for all the people. Will then shared Ralph's message that God loved them. It all seemed a little quirky to me that Will had a guardian angel named Ralph. His speech brought up several questions. Do Christians have guardian angels? If so, what do they do? Do they have names? Can they tell us their names? Several of my friends think that departed loved ones actually return to “watch over” them in their lives here on earth. What do you think? Do people become angels when they go to Heaven?  Sincerely, "J"

Dear "J," As I read your question, my first thought was, "a guardian angel named Ralph! Are you kidding me! Sounds like another Christian with a 'spiritual screw' loose." Then, I got to thinking, maybe there is more here than meets the eye. If I can name my life-dependant pacemaker "Repeat," then maybe Will can name his guardian angel Ralph!

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Angels Are Messengers Was Will totally wrong about his guardian angel bringing a message for him to share at the funeral? As strange as it may sound, the word in Greek for "angel" is αγγελων ("angelon") which means "messenger." For example angels brought a number of messages to Daniel. Gabriel brought messages both to Mary ( Luke 1:26-35 ). Why couldn't Ralph bring a message to Will? Those who think that a departed loved one returns as some sort of spirit to watch over them, need to rethink their thinking. Once we die, we die. Either we go to Heaven or to Hell depending on whether we received God’s free gift of salvation through faith in Jesus Christ ( John 1:12 and John 3:16 . It is impossible for those who have died to return to earth in any form whatsoever ( Luke 16:19-31 ). Julie and I tease that our guardian angels really have names. My guardian angel’s name is “Bring It.” Julie’s guardian angel is named, “Wing It.” Just kidding! While angels do have names (Gabriel in Luke 1:29 and Michael in  Daniel 11:1 ), Julie and I have never been told ours—but wouldn’t it be nice to know!? Despite conventional wisdom, humans are not transformed into angels when they die. For example, in a discussion of whether or not marriage exists in Heaven, Jesus said, "For in the resurrection they neither marry nor are given in marriage, but are like angels in heaven" ( Matthew 24:38 ). Note that we are like angels—but we are not angels. Paul teaches on many occasions that we keep our own identities, personalities and enough of our earthly features to be recognized by others in eternity ( 1 Corinthians 13:11-12 ). While we will be transformed into the likeness of Christ ( 1 John 3:2 ), we will remain distinctly who we were on earth—and we will not be angels.

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An angel in the sky we took a picture of near Girard, Kansas.

 Did you know that there are angels all around us, watching over us, assigned by God Almighty, to each and every specific human? Look at the picture. We felt very protected on the day of a family excursion one day in Kansas. During a get-together in 1997 near Girard, Kansas, we gazed up and took this picture of what appeared to be an angel. Who knows whether it was or not, but from the Bible, we know that they do exist. They are not to be worshipped but they are assigned by God as our protectors of physical and spiritual dangers. They can take human form when they are commanded to do so. Some angels may appear visible to some people while not to others. We might have even entertained angels without even knowing it. The Bible records incidents where humans treated angels badly whom they thought were people but in actuality were angels. And with disastrous results.

My friends, we have angels all around us…consider these: Each one of us has at least one, maybe more, that are assigned to each and every one of us (Luke 22:43, Acts 22-25). They're commanded to “encamp all around us” and keep us from falling, getting hurt, who have been “…from this time forth and forever to be with us”… and even strengthen us, and minister to us (Luke 22:43, Psalms 34:7, Psalms 91:10-13, Psalms 103:21). That is not saying that we won’t ever get sick or get a disease or get hurt, since we all must die someday (Hebrews 9:27).

The chubby little baby angels that are often depicted are not biblical. They are powerful, spiritual agents under God’s sovereign will. These angels are not passive, but active and powerful in nature, and might taken physical form as a person, if God so wills it. We may have even encountered and entertained angels without even knowing it or without being aware of it (Hebrews 13:1-2). That’s a scary thought. It makes you want to always treat people with love and respect. And angels sometimes have divine duties or appointments that we may not even understand like the pool of water that theologians still can not figure out, where they were said to stir the waters up on occasion for healing purposes and these examples are recorded in holy scripture; in the inspired Word of God (John 5:3-4).

Matthew 18:10 indicates that children have their own angels with the scriptures saying, “See that you do not look down on one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven.” There is reason enough to never harm a child in anyway, but there is the realization that angels are dispatched for each and every child. The Bible does not say that these angels are only for the children of saved parents, but indicative of all children having one (at minimum).

Protection is vital since that roaming lion hides and lies in wait for us (Satan) (1 Peter 5:8) and evil spirits that rule this world that seek to destroy His own (Matthew 18:10), however if God is for us, who can be against us!? The sheer numbers of holy angels disposed to fight for us is uncountable (Daniel 7:10, Hebrews 12:22). And since God’s Word is true, then why should we fear what anyone can do to us?

So be cautious in how you treat others, particularly strangers, or anyone you might have never met before, or someone you may encounter during your day. The Bible says that many have already had contact with angels, either knowing it or not (Hebrews 13). Using the word “many” in the text indicates that this must be common for Christians. Perhaps not everyday in the sense of seeing them, but most of us have surely heard of others who have experienced encounters that could only be explained by divine intervention (or angels). We should take comfort in the fact that they are there for us….our own personal angel. In fact, the New Testament mentions that Lazarus was “carried by the angels into Abraham’s bosom” after he had died (Luke 16:22) so it may even be that even we may have more than one angel who is assigned to us.

Revelation talks about angels of particular churches. Do these angels fight Satan and his demons, like an angel had to fight for three weeks to finally get a message through to Daniel (Daniel 10:13)? In fact, it sometimes takes more than one angel, like the help needed from one of the most powerful angels…Michael, the Archangel. Michael was dispatched to come to prevent this “prince of the kingdom of Persia“ from preventing another angel from delivering a message to Daniel (Daniel 10). This “prince” was likely from the fallen angels or Satan himself.

As a general rule, Christians ought to treat even strangers with love and compassion, especially since angels are enormously powerful (Rev 18:21) and are, like God, no respecter of persons. Even a king once was not spared (Acts 12:20-25) as he boasted that “I am a god”, which the angel apparently took offense at, since he knew there is only One, True God. The point is that we should naturally want to treat others better than our self.

Take comfort in the knowledge that we are secure in Christ’s very own hands and in the hands of the Father (John 10:28-29) and that He’s dispensed angels for our physical protection and strengthening (Hebrews 1:14). Yes my friends, there are angels all around us…each of us having at least one angel [there may be even more] assigned by God for a specific purpose. That of our protection. And I thank God for that. Not that I worship angels, but the Lord of Lords and King of Kings who saw fit to protect His own sheep. To protect those whom even the angels know, are of His very own flock.

You may never see one, nor may ever encounter one, but apparently everyone has their own angel. For adults, these angels may be assigned to those individual Christians and not all people in general. The main thing is that I hope all been saved and accepted Christ and been baptized, since He could return at any time (Revelation 12:12, 1 Corinthians 2:11, Luke 12:13-21, Luke 19:8-9). The angels are said to rejoice at the saving of even one person. And why not!? That’s great news. The angels can then know for certain, as well as the person saved, that eternity in God’s presence has been achieved. Being human is 100% fatal. Everyone will die and face judgment and “The secrets of [all] men [and women] must come into judgment before God” (Romans 2:16), but if you’re saved, you have nothing to worry about. That’s why it’s called the Good News. And that’s worth shouting about.

Here’s how to make the angels rejoice:

Admit that you are a sinner and in need of a Savior (Romans 6:23)

Abandon your self-effort and realize you nor I can be saved by our own works or efforts (Acts 16:31)

Accept freely Christ’s payment for your sins, required of the Father. (John 3:16)

Acknowledge Jesus Christ as your personal lord and Savior (Acts 4:12)

If you have just received Jesus, you have now received God’s inheritance rights since youare now a son or daughter of His and can never be lost again & live forever (John 10:28-29). And it is certain the angels rejoiced because of your salvation. I wish I could just hear them. Now you can join a Bible-believing church, or call 1-888-NeedHim (633-3446) for follow up questions about salvation that is only available through Jesus Christ (Acts 16:30-31).

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My name is Jack Wellman. I am a pastor, a Christian author, and have been a freelance writer for ten years & have 4 books listed on Amazon, Barnes & Nobles, etc. to raise funds for the homeless and for missions.

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Excellent article, Jack, and a message that we need to remember. Thank you for that. A friend of mine was traveling through New Mexico during a snow storm and ended in the steep median with no hope of getting the car out. Her husband (a non-believer) was in front of her and continued down the road. But, someone stopped to see if he could help her and she begged him to catch up with her husband so he could come back for her. The fellow left. She prayed… and prayed. To make a marvelous story shorter, a voice told her to start the car. Surprised, she murmured, “Yes, Lord.” Then suddenly six gigantic men surrounded her car, lifted it up out of the steep incline and set it on the Interstate. She put the car in gear and headed for her husband’s truck. When she caught up to him the fellow who stopped to help her was telling him there was no way, other than a crane, for that car to be removed from that median. What a miracle! I believe God did that to reveal Himself to her husband in a wonderful and marvelous way.

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I had 11 angels lift me from the floor to my bed after falling from having 4 fractures in my back!! I don’t understand the number 11 and have no idea how I knew there were 11, but I did!! I have NEVER experienced such intense pain in my life!!!!. So, I will not question what I know to be the truth..I had a total of 9 fractures and I can tell you that without my Heavenly Father and the angels,I would not have made it…..the Doctor was amazed that I heard my fractures occur. ….I was amazed that God sent 11 angels…..

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Why would God assign angels to fight for us if we are already guarded and protected by the Holy Spirit?

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There are miltitude of spiritual benefits which we enjoy as Gods children written in the Holy scriptures. The Holy Spirit reveals unto us all truth (past, present and future). He tells us exactly what to do in danger, in need at any point. The Angels of God do most things for us without knowing. JOHN 14:26 expose some working of the holy spirit. Ps 34:7 tells us the working of the Angels for usCHRITIANS.

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Fantastic article.I find myself needing to be reminded of angels in my life.It’s nice to read articles like yours for comfort.

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Does Everyone Have Their Own Guardian Angel?

There is a strong belief in guardian angels; however, guardian angels are not biblical. The Bible never tells us that each person has their own guardian angel. God is the one who protects us — not angels.

Does Everyone Have Their Own Guardian Angel?

The concept of having your own guardian angel is extremely popular today. Popular TV shows, books, and music have featured the idea of guardian angels and have emphasized the concept that each person has their own guardian angel. But what does the Bible say about this? Does each person have their own guardian angel?

What Are Guardian Angels?

Growing up with the idea that you have your own guardian angel is extremely common. A reported 77% of American adults believe they have a guardian angel. From my own personal experience, I grew up with the idea that we each have our own personal guardian angel who looks after us and protects us.

My father even reported he saw my sister’s guardian angel in the reflection of her eyes when she was prematurely born at two pounds, two ounces. My father claimed the angel was beautifully adorned in white and had a blinding bright light around him.

Stories like these abound among Christians and nonbelievers across the globe. There is a strong belief in guardian angels; however, guardian angels are not biblical. The Bible never tells us that each person has their own guardian angel. God is the one who protects us — not angels ( Psalm 91:1-16 ).

It is not healthy for believers to trust in angels for protection nor is it wise for believers to become obsessed with angels. If a person is trusting, relying upon, or praying to a “guardian angel,” they have made the idea of a guardian angel an idol in their life. The Lord is clear that we must not worship idols ( Exodus 20:4 ; 1 John 5:21 ).

A fascination with angels and the worship of angels is not a new concept as we see this was already occurring in Paul’s lifetime.

In his letter to the Church of Colossae, Paul wrote, “Do not let anyone who delights in false humility and the worship of angels disqualify you. Such a person also goes into great detail about what they have seen; they are puffed up with idle notions by their unspiritual mind” ( Colossians 2:18 ).

We also find the belief of guardian angels in the book, Shepherd of Hermas, which “teaches that each person has two angels, one good and one evil, and gives instruction on how to tell the difference.”

The concept of guardian angels is a belief that mankind has made up over time. The Bible does not present, inform, or suggest the idea of guardian angels.

What Does the Bible Say about Guardian Angels?

While there is no such thing as guardian angels, there are angels. God created angels before He created the world; however, angels are created beings. Angels are servants of God and obey Him ( Psalm 103:20 ). God can send angels to protect us, but the angels themselves are only obeying God’s commands ( Psalm 91:11 ).

All of the adoration, praise, and worship belong to God. No angel is as powerful, glorious, or mighty as God. The Bible tells us that angels worship the Lord and submit to His glorious presence ( Hebrews 1:4-14 ).

This passage of Hebrews 1:4-14 also highlights the truth that Jesus is superior to the angels because He is God in the flesh. Angels worship the Lord, not the other way around. In the same way, we need to worship Jesus and not angels. The Bible tells us that angels do not accept worship ( Revelation 19:10 ).

Revelation 22:8-9 records John’s experience with an angel in heaven, “I, John, am the one who heard and saw these things. And when I had heard and seen them, I fell down to worship at the feet of the angel who had been showing them to me. But he said to me, ‘Don’t do that! I am a fellow servant with you and with your fellow prophets and with all who keep the words of this scroll. Worship God!’”

Therefore, all praise, glory, and worship need to be directed to God. Angels did not create the world, the stars, the animals, and mankind. God created all things including the angels ( Genesis 1-2 ) and He died in order for us to obtain salvation ( John 3:16-17 ).

Guardian Angels in Matthew 18:10

Many people try to use Jesus’ statement in Matthew 18:10 to argue for the existence of guardian angels, but this is an erroneous interpretation of Jesus’ words. Jesus states, “See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven” ( Matthew 18:10 ).

This verse does not tell us that we have guardian angels. What this verse does tell us is that angels serve mankind by protecting them at God’s command. The emphasis is placed on the angels always looking to the face of the Father in heaven — they are not on earth protecting a person whenever they choose.

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The importance rests on the angel's obedience to the Father, not so much their actual role of protecting. Angels can protect believers, but it is always at the will of God. God knows all things, so He knows when a person is in need of help, deliverance, and safety.

The Lord does send angels to help us as Hebrews 1:14 states, “Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?” In this passage of Scripture, angels are referred to as “ministering spirits.” This is to emphasize the truth of angels being servants to God.

Angels are very important; however, they are not God. The Lord can send angels to protect us, but the ultimate protector is God Himself. The angels in heaven today are only good angels as all of the evil angels fell at the same time of Satan’s rebellion ( Isaiah 14:12-14 ; Ezekiel 28:12-18 ).

Heaven is the home of all good angels, and their entire purpose is to serve, worship, and obey God . It gives them great joy to be servants of God. In addition to protecting believers at God’s command, angels also function as messengers of Yahweh ( Luke 1:11-20 ), give God’s guidance to believers ( Acts 8:26 ), and serve believers in accordance with God's will ( 1 Kings 19:5-7 ).

The only angels that we are given names of in the Bible are Michael ( Daniel 10:13 ; Jude 1:9 ; Revelation 12:7 ) and Gabriel ( Daniel 8:16 ; Luke 1:19 , 26-38). We are never told that they are specifically assigned to a person as their guardian angel.

As in the case of Michael and Gabriel, they are both mentioned as talking to and helping different people — not just a single person. Each angel most likely has a name; however, it is plausible that their names are not given in order for mankind not to be tempted to worship them.

God is our Guardian

God is the only One we should worship as He is the protector of our souls ( Proverbs 18:10 ; 2 Thessalonians 3:3 ; 1 John 5:18 ). Many people find comfort in the idea of having their own guardian angel, but the concept of guardian angels is not biblical and should not be practiced by believers.

All Christians can take great comfort in knowing that God is their protector, and He will never leave them nor forsake them ( Hebrews 13:5 ).

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What Does the Bible Really Say About Guardian Angels?

Is there one particular angel whose God-given assignment is serving me—just me?

One of the most common beliefs about angels is that each of us has a guardian angel. But the Bible does not explicitly state this. As far as I can determine, there are just two verses in the Bible that indicate there might be guardian angels in the world today: The first is Matthew 18:10 and the second is Acts 12:13-15. Now, those are the only two passages that I’m aware of that allude to the idea of guardian angels. But we cannot be sure. We do know, however, that God sends His angels to watch over us and help us in times of need.

Now, we can’t know with absolute certainty whether or not each believer has a guardian angel; but we do know that God’s angels care about us and that they can intervene in our lives as they are called by God—and that’s a wonderful thought! The psalmist writes that all the angels rally for the protection of one saint. And there is biblical evidence that sometimes we entertain angels within the company we keep! Here are some biblical instances of when God sent angels to watch over His people.

Matthew 18:10

Take heed that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven.

Acts 12:13-15

And as Peter knocked at the door of the gate, a girl named Rhoda came to answer. When she recognized Peter’s voice, because of her gladness she did not open the gate, but ran in and announced that Peter stood before the gate. But they said to her, “You are beside yourself!” Yet she kept insisting that it was so. So they said, “It is his angel.”

Psalm 91:11-12

For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways. In their hands they shall bear you up, lest you dash your foot against a stone.

Psalm 34:4-7

I sought the Lord, and He heard me, and delivered me from all my fears. They looked to Him and were radiant, and their faces were not ashamed. This poor man cried out, and the Lord heard him, and saved him out of all his troubles. The angel of the Lord encamps all around those who fear Him, and delivers them.

Hebrews 13:2

Do not forget to entertain strangers, for by so doing some have unwittingly entertained angels.

Hebrews 1:14

Are they not all ministering spirits sent forth to minister for those who will inherit salvation?

Matthew 13:41

The Son of Man will send out His angels, and they will gather out of His kingdom all things that offend, and those who practice lawlessness.

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Then God blessed them, and God said to them, “Be fruitful and multiply; fill the earth and subdue it; have dominion over the fish of the sea, over the birds of the air, and over every living thing that moves on the earth.” Genesis 1:28

Marine litter is a huge ecological problem. Many countries’ coastlines are littered with plastic and debris, and there is an “island” of plastic more than the twice the size of Texas in the Pacific Ocean where currents have accumulated the debris. Fish become entangled in discarded fishing nets and lines, with bellies full of plastic debris they have swallowed.

Such images are in stark contrast to the pristine beauty and glory of Eden as presented in Genesis. Though mankind was given the mandate to “have dominion over” (that is, to care for) all of creation, we have not done a good job. When God’s mandates go unfulfilled on earth, God’s glory is diminished. And that mandate extends to our personal life as well. Paul writes that we belong to God and we are to glorify Him with our care and use of our body.

When you see opportunities to care for creation—nature or your own body—do so as a way of glorifying the Creator.

The creation is both a monument of God’s power, and a looking-glass in which we may see his wisdom. Thomas Watson

Therefore, my beloved brethren, be steadfast, immovable, always abounding in the work of the Lord, knowing that your labor is not in vain in the Lord. 1 Corinthians 15:58

Paul’s letter to the people at Corinth was an exhortation to remain steadfast. The church in Corinth was an undisciplined church, and he was letting them know that even though the culture around them was in flux, their faith in Jesus Christ needed to remain focused and sure. It is true for us today also. How can we remain steadfast in our faith and avoid the pressures of this ever-changing world? By devoting time each day to the study of God’s Word.

As we read the Bible and immerse ourselves in God’s truth and character, our lives are changed—we become more like Him. God’s Word is a powerful litmus test for our souls and actions. As our lives center on God, giving priority to hearing His voice and reading His Word, we become bolder in sharing our faith.

Joshua had the confidence and courage to lead God’s people into the Promised Land because He believed in God’s promise and presence. We serve the same God who said: “And the Lord, He is the One who goes before you. He will be with you, He will not leave you nor forsake you; do not fear nor be dismayed” (Deuteronomy 31:8).

You can place your steadfast trust in Him.

When we find a man meditating on the words of God, my friends, that man is full of boldness and is successful. Dwight L. Moody

Ready and Willing

The Lord is not slack concerning His promise, as some count slackness, but is long suffering toward us, not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance. 2 Peter 3:9

A leper approached Jesus and said, “If You are willing, You can make me clean.” Jesus touched the man, saying, “I am willing; be cleansed”—and he was healed (Mark 1:40-42).

That event is a beautiful example of the willingness of God. In fact, there are no instances of Jesus being asked to help or heal and Him answering, “I am not willing.” There is a place where the Bible says God is “not willing,” and that is 2 Peter 3:9. In writing about the timing of the Day of the Lord (the end of the age), Peter says God is waiting for all who will be saved to come to Him. He is “not willing that any should perish but that all should come to repentance.” Said another way, God is willing for any who want to be saved to come to Him (John 6:37; 7:37). The question is never whether God is willing but whether man is willing.

Have you responded to God’s willing invitation to come to Him?

God is far more willing to save sinners than sinners are to be saved. J. C. Ryle

I rejoice at Your Word as one who finds great treasure. Psalm 119:162

Earlier this year, a volunteer for a charity in Arizona was going through books donated for a sale. One was an old copy of The Decline and Fall of the Roman Empire. The volunteer decided the dilapidated volume wasn’t worth saving and was about to throw it away when she thumbed through it and found a hidden chamber. Someone had used a knife to cut a hole in the middle of the book. Inside was $4,000!

That’s nothing compared to the treasure you’ll find when opening the covers of the Bible. Perhaps it would help to think of it in those terms. Use your imagination to see every word of Scripture turning to gold as you read it. Think of every promise as a precious stone. See the words about Jesus in the Gospels as sparkling like diamonds. Visualize your daily Bible study time like a miser running his hands through a chest of gold.

The treasury of Scripture will enrich your mind, refocus your goals, replace your doubts, and redirect your path—but only if you read it and heed it. Start today!

To get the best use out of [the Bible] for daily life,...Give it the best and freshest, not the most tired and dull, hour of the day. M. S. Kimber in The Sunday School World , 1893

Hello Heaven!

I think it is right to refresh your memory as long as I live in the tent of this body, because I know that I will soon put it aside. 2 Peter 1:13-14, NIV

Peter wrote his final letter shortly before his execution. He wasn’t discouraged; he was looking forward to the future. He spoke of “looking forward to these things.” and “[looking] for new heavens and a new earth in which righteousness dwells” (2 Peter 3:13-14).

Life is full of hardships and heaviness. We have the promises of God to help us in difficult days, and we have the Holy Spirit within us. We have a purpose for being here—to refresh the memory of others regarding the things of the Lord. But we’ll soon put aside the tent of our earthly body, and what a relief! Goodbye hardship and heaviness. Goodbye trials and troubles. Hello Jesus! Hello heaven! Hello golden streets, glorified bodies, endless days, and the fresh air of New Jerusalem!

During difficult times, the hope of eternity gives us strength. If you’re prone to worry yourself to sleep each night, turn your thoughts upward and close your eyes thinking of heaven and its eternal throne.

A tent or a cottage, why should I care? They’re building a palace for me over there. Harriet Buell, in her hymn “A Child of the King”

Overcoming Temptation

Temptation. Whether we realize it or not, it is part of our past, and it will be part of our future. The moment we resolve to stand strong and walk away is when temptation grows most intense. That is why Scripture is of paramount importance. God's Word contains the answer to resisting temptation before it's too late. Consider these verses:

No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man; but God is faithful, who will not allow you to be tempted beyond what you are able, but with the temptation will also make the way of escape, that you may be able to bear it (1 Corinthians 10:13).

Let no one say when he is tempted, "I am tempted by God"; for God cannot be tempted by evil, nor does He Himself tempt anyone. But each one is tempted when he is drawn away by his own desires and enticed. Then, when desire has conceived, it gives birth to sin; and sin, when it is full–grown, brings forth death (James 1:13–15).

Some people wonder about the value of the Old Testament in a Christian's life. The apostle Paul addressed that question in 1 Corinthians 10:11—"Now all these things happened to them as examples, and they were written for our admonition." To what things was Paul referring? He listed them in verses 7–10. They are idolatry, immorality, infidelity, and disloyalty.

Temptation is not sin; yielding to temptation is.

With that background, Paul exhorted believers not to make the same choices the Israelites made—not to provoke God's discipline by willfully sinning. None of us is above God's discipline if we engage in sin. We must look for and take "the way of escape" God provides in every situation where temptation is found (verse 13). To think our temptation is unique is to believe a lie. "No temptation has overtaken you except such as is common to man" (verse 13). There are no "new" temptations in life.

The apostle James argued that if temptation becomes serious, it is because we have allowed it to do so. Our own "desires" entice us away from God and desire "gives birth to sin" (James 1:13–15). God doesn't tempt us, but He may allow temptation to enter our lives in order to give us opportunities to make obedient and mature choices.

Jesus was tempted by Satan in the wilderness, and He took the same means of escape that is available to us—obedience to God's Word (Matthew 4:1–11; Hebrews 5:8). Temptation is not sin; yielding to temptation is. There is always a righteous choice to be made if we are willing to seek it.

Victory in Him

But thanks be to God, who gives us the victory through our Lord Jesus Christ. 1 Corinthians 15:57

To first-century leaders in the Roman world, the imagery was familiar: A victorious Roman general returning from battle leading his soldiers and their captives into the city. Citizens lined the streets applauding while the aroma of celebratory incense filled the air. Paul uses that image to say that Christ leads His followers in a victory procession through every difficulty in life (2 Corinthians 2:14-15).

The Christian’s victory is through Christ. The victory over the world, the flesh, the devil, and sin was won by the Cross and the empty tomb. He did for us what we cannot do for ourselves. We have victory now and for eternity only because of the victory Christ won for us. Therefore, if we are to experience victory in this life, it will come only as we depend on Him. As Paul wrote in Galatians 2:20, the life we now live is the life of Christ in us as we keep our faith in Him.

If you need a victory in your life, begin every day by renewing your faith in Christ in whom all our victories are to be realized.

The spiritual battle, the loss of victory, is always in the thought-world. Francis Schaeffer

Faithful Fathers: Abraham

And the Scripture was fulfilled which says, “Abraham believed God, and it was accounted to him for righteousness.” And he was called the friend of God. James 2:23

We can imagine a child writing an appreciative and sentimental memoir about her “perfect father,” understanding that “perfect” was not intended to be taken literally. But how about a book titled  The Righteous Father ? The patriarch Isaac could have written that book about his father, Abraham.

Righteous doesn’t mean sinless, of course. We know that Abraham wasn’t perfect. But he did manifest some qualities that every father should emulate. First, he believed the promises of God about the future God had planned for him (Hebrews 11:8-12). And when he believed God, “[God] accounted it to [Abraham] for righteousness” (Genesis 15:6). Again, not perfect or sinless, but in a right standing with God. Second, as a result of Abraham’s trust in God, he became a “friend of God” (Isaiah 41:8). Could any father set a more worthy example to his children or grandchildren than that of being friends with God? Living in right standing with God? That means communing with Him, walking with Him, living for Him, and above all, trusting Him and His promises.

Follow Abraham’s example as a faithful father by deepening your friendship with God.

Friendship is the marriage of affections. Thomas Watson

Modern Idolatry

Therefore put to death your members which are on the earth: fornication, uncleanness, passion, evil desire, and covetousness, which is idolatry. Colossians 3:5

Colossians 3:1 tells us to “seek those things which are above, where Christ is.” In verse 5 we’re told to put to death the passions that come from below—"fornication, uncleanness, passion, and evil desire.” Then the Lord added the sin of greed or covetousness to the list, calling it idolatry.

That verse changes our view of idolatry. It’s not just bowing down to a small carved statue or a pagan worshiper offering incense at a shrine to Buddha. It’s the act of becoming too attached to the material things of the world—falling more in love with the things on earth than on things in heaven.

This has nothing to do with how much money you do or don’t have—a poverty-stricken person can covet just as much as a billionaire. It has everything to do with what’s at the center of our affections. Is it Christ? Is it things above? Or is it things below?

Make sure Christ is at the center of your life and that your love for Him eclipses everything else!

You don’t have to go to heathen lands today to find false gods. America is full of them…. Whatever you love more than God is your idol. D. L. Moody

New Beginnings: Ezekiel

In my thirtieth year, in the fourth month on the fifth day, while I was among the exiles by the Kebar River, the heavens were opened and I saw visions of God. Ezekiel 1:1, NIV

We often need fresh starts after enduring bitter disappointments. As a young man, Ezekiel had dedicated himself to be a priest. He was from a priestly family, and he undoubtedly looked forward to serving God in Jerusalem’s temple. Priests began their temple duty at the age of thirty. But when he was about twenty-five, Ezekiel was seized and taken to Babylon, and he never saw the temple again. When his thirtieth birthday came, he must have struggled with questions of “why” and “if only.”

That’s just when God appeared to him as he was among the exiles by the Kebar River. Ezekiel looked up and saw remarkable visions of God—the throne of God surrounded by angelic beings. Amid the strange and apocalyptic vision described in Ezekiel 1, God called the thirty-year-old exile to be a powerful prophet.

Oh, to see the glory of the Lord while in the midst of the disappointments in life. When we think life has collapsed around us, the God of glory appears above us. God always has a plan, and our false starts become His fresh starts.

Ezekiel is the prophet of the glory of the Lord…. Ezekiel looked beyond the sufferings of Christ to the glory that should follow. J. Vernon McGee

The Conspicuous Hand

The Lord your God cares. Deuteronomy 11:12

In a letter to Brigadier General Thomas Nelson, George Washington marveled at how God’s hand had protected him and given success to the cause of liberty: “The hand of Providence has been so conspicuous in all this, that he must be worse than an infidel that lacks faith, and… has not gratitude enough to acknowledge his obligations.”

In the middle of life’s battles, we’re tempted to question God’s ordering of our circumstances, but every follower of Christ can look back and see the conspicuous hand of God’s Providence. He is committed to caring for us, watching over us, and giving us strength when we are within His will.

Moses reminded the Israelites that God was taking them into a land of hills and valleys, of water and streams, “a land for which the Lord your God cares; the eyes of the Lord your God are always on it, from the beginning of the year to the very end of the year” (Deuteronomy 11:11-12).

That’s the way He cares for us too—every day, all year long, always.

[The Lord] loves, and cares, and sympathizes, and understands, and seeks, and saves, and forgives, and helps, and encourages, and walks by our side… taking care of us in life when we can’t take care of ourselves. W. A. Criswell

God of Second Chances

Now the word of the Lord came to Jonah the second time, saying, “Arise, go to Nineveh, that great city, and preach to it the message that I tell you.” Jonah 3:1-2

It was not uncommon in the Old Testament for “the word of the Lord” to come to God’s prophets again and again. It happened to Samuel, Jeremiah, Ezekiel, Haggai, Zechariah, and others. And it also happened to Jonah: The word of the Lord came to Jonah the first time (Jonah 1:1) and then the second time (Jonah 3:1). With the other prophets, the “second time” meant additional prophetic utterances they were to deliver. But with Jonah, the “second time” was because Jonah had failed to speak God’s word the first time. Jonah was a disobedient prophet.

God commissioned Jonah to go east to Assyria, to the capital of Nineveh and deliver a message of judgment. But Jonah fled west toward Spain because he feared the Assyrians. You know the story—Jonah ended up in the sea where he was swallowed by a great fish. Jonah repented and called on the Lord and was delivered. God gave him a second chance.

Don’t let your past keep you from trusting God for a second (or third, or fourth) chance. The God of grace loves to forgive.

Forgiveness is to be set loose from sins. G. Campbell Morgan

All You Need Is Love: Forgiveness

When Jesus saw [the friends’] faith, He said to the paralytic, “Son, your sins are forgiven you.” Mark 2:5

The hardest part of forgiving another person is  acting like the offense never occurred . But that is what forgiving someone means—restoring relationships to the status they enjoyed before the offense took place. It’s one thing to say, “I forgive you,” but it’s another to act like all the effects of an offense are completely erased. After all, according to Paul in 1 Corinthians 13, love is known by its actions more than its words.

Jesus faced this dilemma when He healed a paralytic man. When He told the man that his sins were forgiven (and by extension, he was healed), He was criticized. He was accused of blaspheming by saying He had the authority to forgive sins—something only God can do. So, Jesus proved He had the authority to say, “I forgive you,” by doing something harder. He healed the man’s paralysis. After all, as Jesus explained, actions speak louder than words (Mark 2:8-11).

We cannot go through life without being hurt by others, so we should learn to forgive. Even more, we should practice demonstrating our forgiveness by our acts of lovingkindness. Look for opportunities to do both.

A Whole Person

In all things showing yourself to be a pattern of good works; in doctrine showing integrity, reverence, incorruptibility. Titus 2:7

In mathematics two of the basic kinds of numbers are integers and fractions: 2, 100, and 56 are integers, while ½, ¼, and 2.5 are fractions. Integers , from a Latin root meaning “whole” or “entire.” The word integrity comes from the same root; a person with integrity cannot be divided in beliefs or morality based on varying circumstances.

When the apostle Paul wrote to his young pastoral protégé, Timothy, he told him to show “integrity” in doctrine, to be incorruptible in belief and in actions. Paul wanted Timothy to hold fast to the truth of God, not allowing himself to be divided. A person of integrity obeys the whole counsel of God every day, in every circumstance. Daniel’s three friends in Babylon demonstrated integrity when they were threatened with being burned alive (Daniel 3:16-18). They told the king they would not divide their allegiance, that they would maintain their faith in God and His promises. That is integrity.

Are you a whole person or a fractioned person today? If your beliefs, and therefore your actions, have become divided, gather them back together as you commit to God and His Word.

Integrity of heart is indispensable. John Calvin

Now I saw a new heaven and a new earth, for the first heaven and the first earth had passed away. Revelation 21:1

A great misconception carried by many Christians has to do with the location of heaven. The word heaven itself implies that our eternal destiny is somewhere “up there” in the heavens. But the Bible says our eternal destiny is earthly, not heavenly. As Peter wrote, we look for a “new earth in which righteousness dwells” (2 Peter 3:13).

In his vision of the future, the apostle John saw that “new heaven and a new earth,” our new domain being pictured as the New Jerusalem “coming down out of heaven from God” (Revelation 21:1-2). Somehow, at the end of the age, when Christ has returned to reign and inaugurate the eternal state, this earth will be renovated and a new earth will be the result—a new earth full of righteousness in which pain and sorrow will be absent. The beautiful imagery of the New Jerusalem in Revelation 21 lets us know that the new earth will be a place that reflects the glory of God throughout.

Jesus said He was going to prepare a place for you if you belong to Him (John 14:1-4). The New Jerusalem, on the new earth, is that place.

Let thy hope of heaven master thy fear of death. William Gurnall

The Need for Prayer

Now it came to pass in those days that [Jesus] went out to the mountain to pray, and continued all night in prayer to God. Luke 6:12

Officially, church historians recognize seven ecumenical church councils held between A.D. 325 and A.D. 787. The first, the First Council of Nicaea, met to agree on the nature of Jesus of Nazareth as both Son of God and Son of Man, as both fully divine and fully human.

The humanity of Christ, while at the same time divine, is hard to understand. But thankfully, Scripture gives us illustrations: Like us, Jesus suffered, experienced hunger, required sleep, ate food, and had limits on His knowledge (Mark 13:32). One of the most striking and helpful illustrations of Jesus’ humanity was His prayer life. We might think that, if Jesus was truly divine, He would have had no need to pray for knowledge, guidance, or help. Yet He did, following the example of godly men like Daniel in Babylon (Daniel 2:16-18). Jesus repeatedly said that He only did what the Father showed Him to do (John 5:19), and prayer was His means.

If Jesus, the Son of God, needed to go to His Father in prayer for strengthening and guidance, how much more do we (Psalm 32:6)?

Prayer and a holy life are one. E. M. Bounds

What Is Humility?

All of you, clothe yourselves with humility toward one another, because, “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.” 1 Peter 5:5, NIV

What is humility? Is it the opposite of pride? If pride expands one’s importance, does humility deflate one’s importance? That’s the view given by most English dictionaries—a deemphasis on one’s own importance. But what is the biblical view of humility

If someone compliments you on a job well done, do you refuse to take credit or receive their compliment? Or do you graciously say, “Thank you,” in a spirit of genuine appreciation and humility? In Romans 12:3 Paul exhorts the believers not to think of themselves pridefully but rather to think of themselves “soberly”—that is, realistically or accurately. Paul’s topic is the grace given by God to each Christian to serve in the Body of Christ. We should neither overestimate the gift of God’s grace or underestimate it. Rather, we should think of it soberly and realistically—humbly—and minister accordingly. To think less of God’s gift would be to devalue it; to think realistically about it allows one to serve humbly.

How do you view yourself? With pride? With false humility? Or soberly and realistically according to the grace of God in your life?

A really humble man…will not be thinking about humility, he will not be thinking about himself at all. C. S. Lewis

The Power of Confession

For day and night Your hand was heavy upon me; my vitality was turned into the drought of summer. Psalm 32:4

California is a dry state that needs water to be transported over many miles to population and agricultural centers. Snowfall in the winter and melting snow in the spring are critical factors in replenishing shrinking reservoirs. In periods of modern droughts, aerial photographs document the receding water levels in reservoirs around the state—shorelines growing wider and drier as water levels fall.

Such is the picture David paints with his words in Psalm 32—a drought of spiritual vitality brought on by his own sin. When he failed to confess his sin to God, his “bones grew old” and he groaned “all the day long” (verse 3). It was like his soul was being evaporated by the heat of his own guilt and shame. But then the rains of grace came and David confessed his sin and God forgave him (verse 5). And he encouraged his readers not to make the same mistake he had made (verses 9-10).

Confession and repentance reveal the access to restoration. Hiding sin does not remove it from God’s sight; but when we seek God’s forgiveness, the refreshing living water from the Father is poured out on us and we are restored—that is the power of confession.

The way to cover our sin is to uncover it by confession. Richard Sibbes

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God Has Assigned Angels To You (Jacob at Mahanaim)

Angels are on Assignment

If you have been praying about a difficult situation, or find yourself in a space of uncertainty or transition, be encouraged by this prophetic insight from the story of Jacob.

The Holy Spirit is anointing your heart. He is touching your eyes! You will see that right here, right now —in your current circumstances— God is at work.

The Day Jacob Encounters Angels

At a time of great uncertainty, Jacob comes across a group of angels.

Right now, Jacob is afraid. His family and flocks may be plentiful, but his future direction is unknown. He is in a time of transition.

  • Jacob is yet to wrestle with God and receive the new name “Israel”
  • He has yet to confront his past and look into the face of his brother Esau

We read: “Jacob also went on his way, and the angels of God met him. When Jacob saw them, he said, “This is the camp of God!” So he named that place “Mahanaim.”   (Gen 32:1-2 NIV)

God has Assigned Angels to You

Double encampment.

“Mahanaim”. The name means, “double camp” (Strong’s, H4266).

  • Jacob, his family, and possessions are camped there
  • And so is a company of angels

Perhaps, like Jacob, you find yourself in a time of transition. You are “on the way to” something. Or it may be that God wants to speak to you about the place where you are right here and now.

Hear your Father say, “I am opening your eyes. This is a double encampment. Right here, is Heaven on earth”.

Angels are Here…God is Near

When Jacob meets angels at Mahanaim, the “double encampment”, he is on the way to Jabbok, a place that means “emptying” (Strong’s H2999). His self-will is about to be challenged and broken, in a wrestling match with God.

In the meantime, his mind is loaded with concern. Jacob is formulating strategies, to protect his family from his brother Esau (Gen 32:7-8). And he is in “risk management” mode.

Jacob has failed to pick up the clues. “Angels are here; therefore, God is near.”

He is about to have a life-changing encounter with God.

This is Your Spiritual Reality

Jacob passed through Mahanaim, “the double encampment”. For him, it was a brief sojourn. The township endured, and Mahanaim was mentioned in later accounts of Israel.

Like Bethel—another of Jacob’s stopovers—”Mahanaim” is also symbolic of a spiritual reality we have today in Christ.

Right here, right now. This is Mahanaim. You can be assured that angels are camped at your current location . It is a double encampment. The “Heavenly”—that which is of Heaven—is already here with you!

  • You have the Holy Spirit—God Himself with you (2 Cor 1:22)
  • You are a son, a daughter, a citizen of Heaven (Phil 3:20, Eph 3:19)
  • Angels surround you—sent from God’s throne (Heb 1:7,14, Ps 91:11)

Your Prayer Releases Angels

You may have a “Jacob” in your life. Someone who is on a journey, struggling, and needs to encounter God. The Lord wants you to know, that your prayers are powerful.

As you pray, angels are being released. the Holy Spirit is setting up “Mahanaim moments” for others.

These are the prayers God answers, the ones Jesus taught us to pray—not for God to send angels—but for God’s Kingdom to come! For His will to be done (Matt 6:10)

The presence and activity of angels is God answering the prayers of those whose eyes are fixed on Him. Who delight in His Presence . The ones who submit to His rule.

Mahanaim Is Your Constant Reality

We also read in the Bible of a prophet called Elisha.

“Mahanaim” was not just a place Elisha passed through; it was a zone he walked in.

Elisha knew because he was completely surrendered to God’s will, that he was at the epicenter of Heaven’s angelic army. Wherever he traveled, angels accompanied him. [1]

But it’s important to note that Elisha’s focus was always on God and what was on God’s agenda. He was never distracted by angels, and he did not communicate with them.

  • Elisha’s example reminds us that angels are to be kept in the periphery, not the focus of our gaze.

Peripheral vision is what you can see surrounding you, “out of the corner of your eyes”, not what you are directly looking at.

Angelic Power Against the Enemy

One day, Israel’s enemies sent a strong army, with horses and chariots, to capture a single man—the Prophet Elisha!

Elisha assured his distressed servant, “Those that are with us are greater than those who are against us” and prayed, “Lord open his eyes.”

  • The servant’s eyes were opened to see the chariots and horses of fire up in the hillside (2 Kings 6:17)

Elisha already knew that a contingent of angels was there. He knew that the camp of the Lord—”Mahanaim”—was mobile, and traveled with him.

So if you are struggling today. If the spiritual battle against you has been fierce, this is also God’s word to you:

“Those that are with you are greater than those who are against you.”

And, “You, dear child, are from God and have overcome them, because the ONE WHO IS IN YOU is greater than the one who is in the world” (1 John 4:4).

Related posts:

  • Angels: 5 Powerful Reasons to Test Angelic Encounters
  • 9 Lessons on Angels: The Chariots of God are Coming!
  • 5 Ways Angels Help You in Spiritual Warfare

[1] Bible references linking Elisha with angels: 2 Kings 2:11, 2 Kings 6:17, 2 Kings 7:6) This account of Elisha is from 2 Kings 6.

Thanks to Prophet David McCracken for the word “epicenter”. He says, “Their [the angels’] central point of focus, their epicenter, was Elisha! They were “around” Elisha. Their geography was determined by Elisha’s geography. Where he was, they were!”

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69 thoughts on “God Has Assigned Angels To You (Jacob at Mahanaim)”

Amen! I recently had cataract surgery and my vision has been out of focus. And my daily prayer for this year has been Thy will be done here as it is in heaven. And I have been asking Father God to open the eyes and hearts of all Believers so that we see what is truly going on and put an end to all the deception. So this word has come right on time! Thank you, God bless you.

I’m praying for you right now, for your eyesight to be fully restored, in Jesus’ Name! Oh yes Lord, open our eyes to see, sensitize our hearts to know you and to know truth.

Well Helen you sure are accurate. I’m battling eye disease big time, my vision getting a beating in spirit and body. Hanging into God’s promises but the Mexico insists it’s getting worse. “Who’s report shall I believe?” John Mellor has prayed for me a month ago..but I so needed encouragement today. Thank you so much Jilly

Jilly, I’m praying for your faith to be uplifted and for God’s power to be released into your eyes right now, for reversal of the disease, in Jesus’ Name. You are His beloved!

Thank you so much for the word of prophecy. I am really blessed by the word of God. May God increase you and your ministry in Jesus mighty name.

Amen and thank you Stella

This word is mine , am really in a moment of distress not knowing what to do .As thou my prayers has reached yet before God .I have been praying and trusting God for a financial breakthrough to start (7th sept.) college but there has been some delay .I believe this word in for me . Father, I thank you .

Daniel, I’m praying for you right now, that you will have wisdom from God and see clearly what He is doing

Helen, This word is soooo cmforting we know Holy Spirit is with us yet this creates a picture in our mind that God’s Heavenly army is always with us. Thank you

Yes amen, Kathy 🙂

Hi Helen.. a very timely and encouraging word. 2 years ago as i started formal ministry you ministered in my church over the staff and spoke of Aaron’s rod and spiritual authority on my life. Last month that role finished (unexpectedly) and i completed working this week. Next week i am having a 5 hour spinal operation..(unexpectedly brought forward so i feel like i am in a whirlwind instead of ‘resting’) and i have problems with both hips that worry my recovery.. so in the natural.. yes! Transition, change and the unknown…at the door with a few sore hips thrown in for good measure as well as crippling back and nerve pain which hopwfully will be healed permanantly.. I have been praying for new vision (His) and for new eyes to see. I am a worship intercessor and am hoping to rest in this time just with my Jesus. Pain is a horrible controlling distractor though… and the Holy Spirit can feel so far away. Re reading Jacobs story is a clear reminder God is closest to Jacob at that moment AND he is met by angels along the way! Oh i want to see where God is with me in this! But when your word said we can pray for those Mahanaim moments for others my heart broke open.. one of our sons is wrestling desperately having lost his faith and has invited strongholds into his life.. gambling, drugs, alcohol, love of money etc creating terrible anger and depression…He has moved home with us 6 months ago. He is 20. Whatever my new situation becomes, your word has reminded me i can fight spiritually for Him in this time in prayer until the battle is won as he is called of God! And that his moment with the sovreign Lord is coming! And that wether i can see or feel the Holy spirit in this new and sudden wilderness… He is right here now. Please pray for the eyes of my heart and for my son.And Thank you so much for the word!

Hi Ries, I’m sorry to hear of the issues you are facing and pray for a powerful touch from God before you go into the op and during for absolute mastery of skill in the hands of the Holy Spirit, for it to be a success. And for your son and family situation. I pray that the same move of God my husband and I are experiencing, a sense of being in an environment that is saturated with God’s Presence and activity, a Mahanaim, will be yours! May he encounter Jesus’ personal love for him and never be the same!

Thank you Helen. Praise to God for His faithfulness and new insights into His word! You are a blessing!

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How each country has a Guardian Angel who will protect it from danger

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While many are familiar with the belief that each individual is given a Guardian Angel from God, it is also believed that each country is appointed an angel for protection.

This pious belief is derived from a Jewish tradition that St. Michael was the protector of the nation of Israel. The book of Daniel presents Michael as Israel’s guardian, who will keep them safe from their enemies (cf. Daniel 10). Also, in the book of Exodus God proclaims, “Behold, I send an angel before you, to guard you on the way and to bring you to the place which I have prepared” (Exodus 23:20). The angel mentioned is for the entire nation of Israel, leading them to safety throughout the desert.

Catholics held on to this belief, and early on various regions began to celebrate a feast in honor of their Guardian Angel. For example, Portugal celebrates a feast on June 10 in honor of the Guardian Angel of Portugal.

The  Catechism of the Catholic Church  even makes a passing reference to this belief.

This state of division into many nations, each entrusted by divine providence to the guardianship of angels (CCC 57)

This means that Christians in a particular country can unite and offer prayers to God through their Guardian Angel, asking for both physical and spiritual protection.

Bishop Jeffrey M. Monforton of Steubenville, Ohio authorized a prayer to the Guardian Angel of the United States, which is posted on the website of Opus Angelorum .

The world is a mysterious place, full of spiritual beings that our eyes can not see. Yet, they are here to help us along our journey and to protect us, leading us to our ultimate destination of Heaven.

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How many angels are assigned to each person in the Bible?

The Bible does not provide a definitive answer to the question of how many angels are assigned to each person in the Bible. However, there are several passages in the Bible that suggest that each person has at least one angel assigned to them. These passages provide insight into the role of angels in the lives of people and how they can be used to protect and guide us. This article will explore the various passages in the Bible that suggest that each person has an angel assigned to them and discuss the role of angels in our lives.

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Exploring the Biblical Evidence for the Number of Angels Assigned to Each Person

Have you ever wondered how many angels are assigned to each person? It’s a fascinating question that has been explored in the Bible. While the Bible doesn’t give us a definitive answer, there are some clues that can help us understand the number of angels assigned to each person.

The Bible tells us that God has assigned a guardian angel to each of us. In Psalm 91:11-12, it says, “For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone.” This passage suggests that each person has at least one angel assigned to them to protect them from harm.

The Bible also mentions the idea of “hosts of angels” in several places. In Psalm 68:17, it says, “The chariots of God are tens of thousands and thousands of thousands; the Lord has come from Sinai into his sanctuary.” This suggests that there are large numbers of angels assigned to each person.

In addition, the Bible mentions the idea of “ministering spirits” in Hebrews 1:14. This suggests that there are angels assigned to each person to help them in their daily lives.

Finally, the Bible mentions the idea of “angels of the Lord” in Matthew 18:10. This suggests that each person has a number of angels assigned to them to help them in their spiritual journey.

So, while the Bible doesn’t give us a definitive answer as to how many angels are assigned to each person, it does provide us with some clues. It seems that each person has at least one guardian angel assigned to them, as well as a host of angels and ministering spirits to help them in their daily lives and spiritual journey.

Examining the Role of Angels in the Bible and How Many are Assigned to Each Person

Angels are a fascinating part of the Bible, and they play an important role in many stories. In the Bible, angels are messengers of God, sent to bring messages to people or to protect them. They are also seen as protectors and guardians of God’s people.

The Bible doesn’t give an exact number of angels assigned to each person, but it does mention that each person has a guardian angel. In Matthew 18:10, Jesus says, “See that you do not despise one of these little ones, for I say to you that in heaven their angels always see the face of My Father who is in heaven.” This verse suggests that each person has an angel assigned to them.

The Bible also mentions that angels are sent to protect God’s people. In Psalm 91:11-12, it says, “For He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways. In their hands they shall bear you up, lest you dash your foot against a stone.” This verse suggests that angels are sent to protect God’s people from harm.

The Bible also mentions that angels are sent to bring messages from God. In Luke 1:26-27, it says, “And in the sixth month the angel Gabriel was sent from God to a city of Galilee named Nazareth, to a virgin betrothed to a man whose name was Joseph, of the house of David.” This verse suggests that angels are sent to bring messages from God to people.

Overall, the Bible doesn’t give an exact number of angels assigned to each person, but it does suggest that each person has a guardian angel and that angels are sent to protect God’s people and bring messages from God.

Investigating the Different Types of Angels and How Many are Assigned to Each Person

Have you ever wondered about the different types of angels and how many are assigned to each person? Well, you’re not alone ! Angels are mysterious and fascinating creatures, and many people have questions about them.

The Bible mentions several different types of angels, including cherubim, seraphim, archangels, and guardian angels. Cherubim are the highest order of angels and are often depicted as having four wings and four faces. They are said to be the guardians of God’s throne and the protectors of his glory. Seraphim are the second highest order of angels and are often depicted as having six wings and four faces. They are said to be the closest to God and are responsible for praising him. Archangels are the third highest order of angels and are said to be the messengers of God. They are often depicted as having two wings and one face. Finally, guardian angels are the lowest order of angels and are said to be assigned to each person to protect them from harm.

As for how many angels are assigned to each person, the Bible does not give a specific number. However, it does say that God has “countless” angels at his disposal, so it is likely that each person has at least one guardian angel watching over them.

No matter what type of angel you believe in, it’s clear that they are powerful and mysterious creatures. Whether you believe in angels or not, it’s always interesting to learn more about them and their roles in our lives.

Analyzing the Significance of Angels in the Bible and How Many are Assigned to Each Person

Angels play an important role in the Bible, and they are assigned to each person in different ways. In the Bible, angels are seen as messengers of God, sent to bring messages to people or to protect them. They are also seen as spiritual beings who can help people in times of need.

The Bible mentions many different types of angels, including archangels, cherubim, seraphim, and guardian angels. Each type of angel has a different purpose and is assigned to a person in different ways. For example, archangels are seen as the highest ranking angels and are often assigned to protect people from harm. Cherubim are seen as guardians of the throne of God and are assigned to protect people from evil . Seraphim are seen as the most powerful angels and are assigned to bring messages from God to people. Guardian angels are assigned to protect people from danger and to guide them in their lives.

The Bible does not specify how many angels are assigned to each person, but it does say that God has given each person a guardian angel. This angel is assigned to protect and guide the person throughout their life . It is believed that each person has at least one guardian angel, but some people may have more than one.

In conclusion, angels play an important role in the Bible and are assigned to each person in different ways. While the Bible does not specify how many angels are assigned to each person, it does say that each person has at least one guardian angel. These angels are sent to protect and guide people throughout their lives.

Based on the Bible, it is impossible to determine how many angels are assigned to each person. While some passages of Scripture suggest that each person has a guardian angel, other passages suggest that angels are sent to serve specific purposes. Ultimately, it is up to each individual to decide how they interpret the Bible and how they view the role of angels in their lives.

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Commonly Asked Questions on the Angels

Currently there is great interest in the angels. At the same time, there is also much confusion with regard to their nature and ministry. This is because, on the one hand, the angels are not sufficiently discussed in catechism classes and sermons, and on the other hand, many ideas about the angels have been presented – mainly from the New Age movement and the Mass Media – which are contrary to Catholic belief.

That people are eager to learn about the angels is reflected in the fact that we receive many questions about the angels both through the mail and at the retreats and missions that we preach around the country. Therefore, we wish to present in this and the following circulars the most frequently asked questions, in order to make the responses available to all our readers. We hope that this will help our readers to deepen and strengthen their knowledge and love for the holy angels and, consequently, experience their powerful assistance more effectively in their lives.

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Then he said, "Do you know why I have come to you? Now I must return to fight against the prince of Persia, and when I am through with him, the prince of Greece will come ( Daniel 10:20 ).
so that through the church the manifold wisdom of God might now be made known to the rulers and authorities in the heavenly places ( Ephesians 3:10 ).
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OAKLAND, CA - SEPTEMBER 4: Patrick Sandoval #43 of the Los Angeles Angels of Anaheim pitches during the game against the Oakland Athletics at the Oakland-Alameda County Coliseum on September 4, 2019 in Oakland, California. The Athletics defeated the Angels 4-0. (Photo by Michael Zagaris/Oakland Athletics/Getty Images)  *** Local Caption *** Patrick Sandoval

The expectations for the Los Angeles Angels this season will rightfully be quite low. That’s what happens when you have a quiet offseason piggyback on a decade spent without making the postseason.

Still, the Angels will tell you that they’re going for it. They’ll tell you they plan to surprise people, and that the roster, when healthy, is capable of putting together a winning season.

With that in mind, we wanted to answer the three biggest questions facing this beleaguered Angels team heading into spring training. If they are going to exceed expectations, what exactly will that take? These questions and answers should provide a window.

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They don’t. At least not in the conventional sense. There are no other two-way superstars on the open market. The good news for the Angels is that his departure allows them to more freely utilize the DH spot. That could be fairly important for keeping guys like Mike Trout and Anthony Rendon in the lineup regularly. But so far the Angels have done nothing this offseason to replicate Ohtani’s productivity in the rotation or at the plate. If this franchise is to improve despite his departure, it will have to be through improvement both on the field and in terms of health.

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It’s certainly possible. But it’s also difficult to envision the Angels losing the game’s best player and then dramatically improving on the 73-win record they’ve had each of the last two seasons. If Trout can return to MVP form, if the young starters in the rotation take a massive leap, if the bullpen — the one area the Angels genuinely have improved — is a lock-down group, maybe there’s a pathway here. But there is no replacing Ohtani and it’s concerning that they seemingly haven’t done much to even try.

Will the young starting pitchers improve?

There’s no chance for a good season unless this happens. Patrick Sandoval and Reid Detmers have shown everyone what’s in there. Detmers threw a no-hitter. Sandoval was two outs from tossing one. They have the ability to be elite — there’s no denying that. There’s also no denying just how disappointing their 2023 seasons were. New pitching coach Barry Enright quickly identified adjustments these guys can make. And if they work, the rotation could be quite strong. Chase Silseth will benefit by having a solidified spot in the rotation, and not bouncing back and forth to the bullpen. Griffin Canning will be in his second year back healthy. Tyler Anderson might have a lower ceiling, but any improvement on his dreadful 2023 campaign would be welcomed. He had a 5.43 ERA in 141 innings, with a 1.489 WHIP. And, to his credit, he posted.

The Angels do not have a bona fide ace. But there’s a pathway to having three to five quality, solidified starters, which would be a welcome change. Last season, only 30 percent of their starts were quality starts (at least six innings with three or fewer runs allowed). That was tied for seventh-worst in baseball. The opportunity is there for this group to step up and make the Angels competitive again.

Can Logan O’Hoppe , Zach Neto and Nolan Schanuel play a full MLB season?

The Angels have put themselves in a position where they’re completely relying on O’Hoppe, Neto and Schanuel to be everyday players. The only exception, in theory, could be Schanuel if Brandon Drury plays first and Luis Rengifo slides into the everyday second base job. Still, even in that scenario, Schanuel is going to be relied on simply given the infield’s lack of depth.

O’Hoppe is the most well-equipped to handle the everyday role, having spent three years in pro baseball. But even he missed most of last season with a shoulder injury.

Neto never played a full pro season before last year, and dealt with back and oblique issues in 2023. From July 31 on, Neto hit just .154 with a .507 OPS over 91 plate appearances. The jury is still out as to whether or not he’s built up to play a full MLB season.

The backup shortstop option would be Rengifo. And if he’s needed at short, it would seemingly require Schanuel to play every day — he hadn’t even started his final collegiate season this time last year.

The Angels are putting a lot of pressure on these young players to not only develop quickly, but be consistent major-league players almost immediately. They’re immensely talented and capable. But how that translates once the games start will be interesting to watch.

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The Los Angeles Angels have signed former World Series champion Ehire Adrianza to a minor league deal. 

Angels manager Ron Washington made the announcement to reporters on Friday.

Adrianza, 34, has been around the block in his MLB career. After spending the first four years of his career with the San Francisco Giants, Adrianza has played for the Minnesota Twins, Washington Nationals, and Atlanta Braves. 

The shortstop and third baseman has a career .238 batting average and has hit 21 home runs and 149 RBIs in 1,368 at-bats. He also has a career 0.7 WAR and has scored 183 runs in his career.

He's primarily played in a bench role in his career, only appearing in more than 100 games in two seasons — 2018 and 2021.

In 2021, he was a member of the Braves' World Series championship team, going 1-for-10 in the postseason with a double, a run scored and two strikeouts.

The veteran infielder will join the likes of Hunter Dozier and Miguel Sano as non-roster invites vying for an Opening Day roster spot. He'll get a little bit of a later start to camp, though, depending on how long it takes to get with the team.

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  1. Do we have guardian angels?

    In the Old Testament, the nation of Israel had the archangel (Michael) assigned to it ( Daniel 10:21; 12:1 ), but Scripture nowhere states that an angel is "assigned" to an individual (angels were sometimes sent to individuals, but there is no mention of permanent assignment).

  2. Does each person have a guardian angel?

    The Bible says that God "will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways" (Psalm 91:11). It also teaches that the angels-although they are largely unseen-watch over us and work for our good. The Bible says, "Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?" (Hebrews 1:14).

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    Jesus had angels assigned to him when he walked the earth. After Jesus, who was already weak from fasting, denied the devil's three tempting offers, we are told '… the devil left him, and...

  6. Are there guardian angels? Do I have one assigned to me?

    The term "guardian angel" is not used in the scriptures; instead, angels are spoken of as "ministering" (see Omni 1:25; Moroni 7:22-29).). "Angels speak by the power of the Holy Ghost" (2 Nephi 32:3) and often share in the Holy Ghost's mission to comfort, guide, protect the faithful, and reveal or confirm truth.Thus, the Holy Ghost Himself can be considered a guardian angel.

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    In discussing the worth and value of children, Jesus mentioned that each of us has a guardian angel who is apparently assigned to us when we are children—probably when we were born. While...

  8. What does it mean that angels are ministering spirits (Hebrews 1:14)?

    Daniel was protected in the lions' den by an angel who "shut the mouths of the lions" (Daniel 6:22). Many people believe in personal "guardian angels"; it could be that every believer has an angel assigned to him for protection, but there is nothing specifically stated in the Bible about personal guardian angels.

  9. Are there angels among us?

    Answer Throughout Scripture, we see numerous instances in which angels were an integral part of God's plan. One verse alludes to the possibility of angels walking among us today: "Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it" ( Hebrews 13:2 ).

  10. The Surprising Role of Guardian Angels

    Therefore, in Matthew 18:10, when Jesus refers to "these little ones" whose angels see the face of God, he is talking about his disciples — those who will enter the kingdom of heaven — not people in general. Whether humans in general have good or evil angels assigned to them (by God or the devil) is not addressed in the Bible as far as I can see.

  11. Angelology: The Doctrine of Angels

    The implication is that God assigned angels stipulated responsibilities (arche, "dominion") and a set place (oiketerion). ... Further, other passages clearly teach us that there are often angelic or demonic forces behind the reign of human kings or kingdoms (cf. Dan. 10; and Eph. 6:10-12).

  12. 7 Powerful Bible Verses About Angels Watching Over Us

    Exodus 23:20 Shutterstock.com "See, I am sending an angel ahead of you to guard you along the way and to bring you to the place I have prepared." -Exodus 23:20 It is here that the Lord promises...

  13. Angels: Their Purpose for God and Their Purpose for Us

    Did you know that there are angels all around us, watching over us, assigned by God Almighty, to each and every specific human? Look at the picture. We felt very protected on the day of a family excursion one day in Kansas. During a get-together in 1997 near Girard, Kansas, we gazed up and took this picture of what appeared to be an angel.

  14. Does Everyone Have Their Own Guardian Angel?

    There is a strong belief in guardian angels; however, guardian angels are not biblical. The Bible never tells us that each person has their own guardian angel. God is the one who protects us — not angels ( Psalm 91:1-16 ). It is not healthy for believers to trust in angels for protection nor is it wise for believers to become obsessed with ...

  15. What Does the Bible Really Say About Guardian Angels?

    One of the most common beliefs about angels is that each of us has a guardian angel. But the Bible does not explicitly state this. As far as I can determine, there are just two verses in the Bible that indicate there might be guardian angels in the world today: The first is Matthew 18:10 and the second is Acts 12:13-15.

  16. Do children have 'guardian' angels, according to Matthew 18:10?

    And to the angel of the church in Philadelphia write: This passage from Revelations may imply that there's one specific angel per church; it can also be that angels are a figure of style to mean the pastors of the churches. Then, in Revelation 1:20; 2:1, 8, 12, 18; 3:1, 7 and 14, I don't think the Bible talks of pastors but of heavenly spirits.

  17. God Has Assigned Angels To You (Jacob at Mahanaim)

    "Mahanaim". The name means, "double camp" (Strong's, H4266). Jacob, his family, and possessions are camped there And so is a company of angels Perhaps, like Jacob, you find yourself in a time of transition. You are "on the way to" something. Or it may be that God wants to speak to you about the place where you are right here and now.

  18. How each country has a Guardian Angel who will protect it ...

    This pious belief is derived from a Jewish tradition that St. Michael was the protector of the nation of Israel. The book of Daniel presents Michael as Israel's guardian, who will keep them safe ...

  19. How many angels are assigned to each person in the Bible?

    The Bible tells us that God has assigned a guardian angel to each of us. In Psalm 91:11-12, it says, "For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways; they will lift you up in their hands, so that you will not strike your foot against a stone."

  20. What Does the Bible Say About Angels Assigned to Us ...

    There's a belief, deeply rooted in Christian tradition and theology, that angels are assigned to us as guardians. It's an intriguing concept that the Good Book seems to support. The Bible is rich with angelic encounters and stories of divine intervention. From fiery protectors to mysterious messengers, angels play a crucial role within its pages.

  21. The number of angels assigned to each person

    Abu Ash-Shaykh cited in his book Al-ʻAthamah on the authority of ʻAbdullaah ibn Al-Mubaarak that he said, " There are five angels appointed to accompany each person; two angels accompany him during the day and another two accompany him during the night, and there is a fifth angel that constantly accompanies him all day and night and does not lea...

  22. Commonly Asked Questions on the Angels

    To sum up, then, there are three opinions about when our Guardian Angel may be assigned to us, namely, 1.) at conception, 2.) at birth, or 3.) or at baptism. The fact, that every human person has a Guardian Angel excludes implicitly that we receive the Guardian Angel at baptism.

  23. Are Angels Connected with the Various Nations?

    Scripture indicates that Michael the archangel looks after the nation Israel. There are also other angels that oversee the various nations.

  24. Faxon-Kenmar UMC Worship 02 18 2024

    First Sunday of Lent

  25. Projecting Angels 2024 Opening Day roster

    The Angels have an interesting decision, as they signed Hicks to a one-year deal, which means there might not be room on the roster for Adell, who is out of Minor League options. But the Angels lack infield depth, especially after losing Livan Soto via waivers to the Orioles, so there is a scenario where they have five outfielders on the roster.

  26. How do the Angels replace Shohei Ohtani? Key spring training questions

    The Angels are putting a lot of pressure on these young players to not only develop quickly, but be consistent major-league players almost immediately. They're immensely talented and capable.

  27. Angels To Sign Veteran Infielder, World Series Champion

    The Los Angeles Angels have signed former World Series champion Ehire Adrianza to a minor league deal. Angels manager Ron Washington made the announcement to reporters on Friday. Adrianza, 34, has ...