Angels are fascinating beings that appear throughout the Bible, often as messengers of God, protectors, and guides for humans. The concept of “angels among us” suggests that angels are sent by God to intervene in human affairs, offering help and protection in times of need. Here, we explore some key Bible verses that reflect the role of angels and their presence in our lives.
1. Hebrews 13:2
“Do not forget to show hospitality to strangers, for by so doing some people have shown hospitality to angels without knowing it.” This verse reminds us of the possibility that angels can appear in human form, encouraging us to treat everyone we meet with kindness and hospitality, as we might be entertaining angels unknowingly.
2. Psalm 91:11
“For he will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways.” Psalm 91 assures us that God sends His angels to protect us, watching over us in every situation, providing a sense of security and divine guardianship.
3. Luke 1:26-28
“In the sixth month of Elizabeth’s pregnancy, God sent the angel Gabriel to Nazareth, a town in Galilee, to a virgin pledged to be married to a man named Joseph, a descendant of David. The virgin’s name was Mary. The angel went to her and said, ‘Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.'” This passage describes the angel Gabriel’s visit to Mary, illustrating how angels act as God’s messengers to deliver important news and divine revelations.
4. Matthew 18:10
“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 who is in heaven.” Jesus speaks of the “angels” of children, suggesting that angels are assigned to individuals, particularly to the innocent and the vulnerable, reflecting God’s protective care.
5. Acts 12:7-11
“Suddenly an angel of the Lord appeared and a light shone in the cell. He struck Peter on the side and woke him up. ‘Quick, get up!’ he said, and the chains fell off Peter’s wrists.” This narrative shows an angel physically intervening to rescue Peter from prison, demonstrating the powerful ways in which angels can act on God’s command to aid His people in times of peril.
Angels are depicted as powerful and mysterious emissaries of God, involved intricately in the lives of humans as protectors, guides, and messengers. These verses offer comfort and awe in the presence of such divine interactions.
