Angels
Humankind has enjoyed an ongoing fascination with angels. We admire their beauty and grace, their strength and compassion. And of course, we envy the wings which swiftly carry angels from one place to the next. We imagine what it would be like to have the wings of an angel. The Judeo-Christian tradition teaches that angels serve as God’s messengers and as human protectors. Angels also help with healing and they promote God’s will. Some angels serve as attendants or guardians.
Nativity scenes reinforce this perspective, as angels watch over the Holy Child. In fact, Scripture contains so many references to angels that, during biblical times, people must have been bumping into them once or twice a week. And herein rests the mystery: Where have all the angels gone? Today, sightings are rarely mentioned. Indeed, many people have never seen an angel.
Yet, we lose touch with God just as often as the men and women who lived long ago. And because of this, our Merciful Father continues to have his angels watch over for us. Our Loving Creator blesses us with guidance as well. God might send his message through a thought, an inspiration, a dream, a voice, a vision, or a special encounter. Or perhaps an angel will appear. Angels gather around us in greater numbers as we face difficult challenges. They come to us when we are overwhelmed, sad, or frightened. So as we feel God’s presence, could we also be feeling the love of his heavenly angels?
Most people say, “I will believe it when I see it.” But according to Native American wisdom, those who are truly wise say, “I will see it when I believe it.” This insight sheds light on the earlier question: Where have all the angels gone? In truth, they haven’t gone anywhere. Angels are among us still, just as they were during biblical times. But, you have to believe it. You must reach out to them, extend your hand, and expect to feel an angel’s gentle touch.
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Angels serve as protectors: When facing arrest, Jesus told his followers not to defend him. He said, “Do you think I cannot call on my Father and he will at once send me more than twelve legions of angels?” Note that twelve legions total more than 60,000 angels. Holy Bible
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Angels guide us to divine reality: No one can fail who seeks to reach the truth. Angels light the way so that all darkness vanishes and you are standing in a light so bright and clear that you can understand all things you see. A Course in Miracles
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Angels serve as holy messengers: And God sent the angel Gabriel to a virgin named Mary. The angel went to her and said, “Greetings, you who are highly favored! The Lord is with you.” Holy Bible
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Angels instill calmness: You do not walk alone, for God’s angels hover near and all about. Love surrounds you, and of this you can be sure: You will never be left comfortless. A Course in Miracles
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According to an ancient Greek legend, God will kiss the unborn soul of a baby. Then, an angel escorts the innocent soul earthward to be joined with a tiny body. Along the way, the guiding angel begins to sing. So somewhere, deep in every soul, there’s a memory of that divine kiss. And somewhere, deep within each heart, there’s an echo of that heavenly song.
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Like the wind, an angel’s presence isn’t something you always see, it is something you feel.
