Who or What Are Angels? | Bible Questions - JW.ORG
Fact: The Bible refers to “the wicked spirit forces” and “the angels who sinned.” (Ephesians 6: 12; 2 Peter 2:4) These wicked angels are demons, who joined Satan in rebelling against God. Misconception: Angels are immortal. Fact: Wicked angels, including Satan the Devil, will be destroyed. — Jude 6. Misconception: People become angels ...
Who Is the Archangel Michael? - JW.ORG
The Bible’s answer. Michael, referred to by some religions as “Saint Michael,” is evidently a name given to Jesus before and after his life on earth. a Michael disputed with Satan after the death of Moses and helped an angel deliver God’s message to the prophet Daniel. (Daniel 10:13, 21; Jude 9) Michael lives up to the meaning of his ...
The Angel Gabriel Visits Mary | True Faith - JW.ORG
In a dream, God’s angel told him that Mary’s pregnancy was indeed miraculous. That must have been a relief! Joseph now did what Mary had done from the start —he acted in harmony with Jehovah’s leading. He took Mary as his wife, and he prepared to take on the unique responsibility of caring for Jehovah’s Son. —Matt. 1:20-24. 20, 21.
An Angel Visits Mary (Luke 1:26-56) | Bible Story - JW.ORG
For it is God who has given her a son.’. So Mary and Joseph get married, and they wait for Jesus to be born. Luke 1:26-56; Matthew 1:18-25. The angel Gabriel brings Mary a message from God—she is going to have a baby. Mary travels from Nazareth into …
The Prophet Elijah Took Comfort in God | True Faith - JW.ORG
19 First, Elijah felt that his work had been in vain. Despite years of being “absolutely jealous” in serving Jehovah, putting God’s sacred name and worship above all else, Elijah saw that conditions seemed only to have grown worse. The people were still faithless and rebellious, while false worship was running rampant.
Jacob Wrestles With an Angel, Jacob and Esau Make Peace - JW.ORG
The angel started wrestling with him. They wrestled until the morning. Even though Jacob got hurt, he would not give up. The angel said: ‘Let me go.’. But Jacob said: ‘No, not until you bless me.’. The angel finally blessed Jacob. Now Jacob knew that Jehovah wouldn’t let Esau hurt him. That morning Jacob looked into the distance and ...
King Hezekiah is Protected by God’s Angel - JW.ORG
Jehovah can’t save you.’. Hezekiah prayed: ‘Please, Jehovah, save us, so that everyone will know that you are the only true God.’. Jehovah told him: ‘The king of Assyria will not come into Jerusalem. I will protect my city.’. Sennacherib felt sure that Jerusalem would soon be his. But one night, Jehovah sent an angel to where the ...
The Truth About Angels - JW.ORG
The archangel, Michael, is the chief angel in terms of power and authority. The Scriptures clearly indicate that Michael is another name for Jesus Christ. — 1 Thessalonians 4:16; Jude 9 . Seraphs rank very high among the angels in privileges and honor, and …
What the Bible Says About Angels - JW.ORG
WHAT THE BIBLE SAYS. Angels often served as God’s spokespersons or messengers. b They are also portrayed in the Bible as carrying out God’s miraculous works. God sent an angel to bless Abraham and prevent him from sacrificing his son Isaac. (Genesis 22:11-18) An angel appeared to Moses in the midst of a burning bush to deliver a life ...
Angels in the Bible - JW.ORG
But when someone repents and returns to God, the angels are joyful. (Luke 15:10) The angels are very interested in those who serve God. Jehovah uses angels to help and protect his servants on earth. (Hebrews 1:7, 14) Let us look at some examples of this. “My God sent his angel and shut the mouth of the lions.”.