Good and Bad Angels.
"Angels" are mentioned almost three hundred times in Scripture.
"Angels" are mentioned almost three hundred times in Scripture.
When did angels come into existence?
Before the creation of man, angels were in existence; for when the foundations of earth were laid, “the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy.” Job 38:7.
Did God create the angels?
Yes, God created angels. Speaking of Satan who was once the covering angel, scripture declares, that he was perfect from the day he was created.
Ezekiel 28: 14-15, You were the anointed cherub who covers. I established you; you were on the holy mountain of God. You walked back and forth in the midst of fiery stone. You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created, till iniquity was found in you.
What is the nature of angels?
Angels are in nature superior to men, for the psalmist says that man was made, “a little lower than the angels.” Psalm 8:5.
Angels who are greater in power and might (greater than sinful men) do not bring a reviling accusation against them (the unjust) before the Lord. 2 Peter 2:11
How many angels are there?
Ten thousand times ten thousand and thousands of thousands, were seen by the prophet Daniel. Daniel 7:10. The apostle Paul declared they were an innumerable company Hebrews 12:22.Revelation 5:11
What do angels look like?
The face of the angel that appeared at Jesus tomb was, “like lightening, and his clothing as white as snow.” Matthew 28:3,4.
Angels may also appear disguised as men. Read about Abraham’s encounter in Genesis 18:1,2.13,16,22.
Before the creation of man, angels were in existence; for when the foundations of earth were laid, “the morning stars sang together, and all the sons of God shouted for joy.” Job 38:7.
Did God create the angels?
Yes, God created angels. Speaking of Satan who was once the covering angel, scripture declares, that he was perfect from the day he was created.
Ezekiel 28: 14-15, You were the anointed cherub who covers. I established you; you were on the holy mountain of God. You walked back and forth in the midst of fiery stone. You were perfect in your ways from the day you were created, till iniquity was found in you.
What is the nature of angels?
Angels are in nature superior to men, for the psalmist says that man was made, “a little lower than the angels.” Psalm 8:5.
Angels who are greater in power and might (greater than sinful men) do not bring a reviling accusation against them (the unjust) before the Lord. 2 Peter 2:11
How many angels are there?
Ten thousand times ten thousand and thousands of thousands, were seen by the prophet Daniel. Daniel 7:10. The apostle Paul declared they were an innumerable company Hebrews 12:22.Revelation 5:11
What do angels look like?
The face of the angel that appeared at Jesus tomb was, “like lightening, and his clothing as white as snow.” Matthew 28:3,4.
Angels may also appear disguised as men. Read about Abraham’s encounter in Genesis 18:1,2.13,16,22.
Are there different orders of angels?
The word of God mentions, Cherubim and Seraphim. Isaiah 6:2,6.
Cherubim - Lucifer was the covering cherub, the most exalted angel in heaven; Cherubim guarded the tree of life in the Garden of Eden. Genesis 3:24.
What do angels do?
Angels that excel in strength, wait In the Lord’ presence, “Heeding the word of God.” Psalm 103:19-21.
They are ministering spirits sent forth to minister to those who will inherit salvation Hebrews 1:14.
Angels are sent on missions of mercy to God’s children. When Daniel was thrown into a den of lions, angels shut the lion’s mouths. Daniel 6:22.
The word of God mentions, Cherubim and Seraphim. Isaiah 6:2,6.
Cherubim - Lucifer was the covering cherub, the most exalted angel in heaven; Cherubim guarded the tree of life in the Garden of Eden. Genesis 3:24.
What do angels do?
Angels that excel in strength, wait In the Lord’ presence, “Heeding the word of God.” Psalm 103:19-21.
They are ministering spirits sent forth to minister to those who will inherit salvation Hebrews 1:14.
Angels are sent on missions of mercy to God’s children. When Daniel was thrown into a den of lions, angels shut the lion’s mouths. Daniel 6:22.
The angel of the Lord encamps all round those who fear him, and delivers them. Psalm 34:7.
Do we have guardian angels?
Jesus said, “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. Matthew 18:10. Angels who are appointed to minister to God’s children have at all times access to God’s presence.
Has God promised to give us an angel?
Yes. We need the ministry of angels, because we need to be helped to resist the powers of evil. For, we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against power, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12.
For, He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways. Psalm 91:11.
How powerful is an angel?
2 Kings 19:35. “The angel of the Lord went out, and killed in the camp of the Assyrians 185,000, and when people arose early in the morning there were the corpses- all dead.
2 Chronicles 32:21. The Lord sent an angel who cut down every mighty man of valour, leader and captain in the camp of the King of Asyria.
Are all angels good?
No, although created sinless, some united with Satan in his rebellion against the government of God, and many (1/3) were cast out of heaven. These angels are united with Satan and cooperate with him in his warfare against divine authority.
Do we have guardian angels?
Jesus said, “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. Matthew 18:10. Angels who are appointed to minister to God’s children have at all times access to God’s presence.
Has God promised to give us an angel?
Yes. We need the ministry of angels, because we need to be helped to resist the powers of evil. For, we do not wrestle against flesh and blood, but against principalities, against power, against the rulers of the darkness of this age, against spiritual hosts of wickedness in the heavenly places. Ephesians 6:12.
For, He shall give His angels charge over you, to keep you in all your ways. Psalm 91:11.
How powerful is an angel?
2 Kings 19:35. “The angel of the Lord went out, and killed in the camp of the Assyrians 185,000, and when people arose early in the morning there were the corpses- all dead.
2 Chronicles 32:21. The Lord sent an angel who cut down every mighty man of valour, leader and captain in the camp of the King of Asyria.
Are all angels good?
No, although created sinless, some united with Satan in his rebellion against the government of God, and many (1/3) were cast out of heaven. These angels are united with Satan and cooperate with him in his warfare against divine authority.
Revelation 12:4. “His (Satan’s) tail drew a third of the stars of heaven and threw them to the earth. Jude 6. And the angels, who did not keep their proper domain, but left their own abode, He (God) has reserved in everlasting chains under darkness for the judgment of the great day.
2 Peter 2:4 God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment.
Should we worship angels?
No. John says, when he fell down to worship before the feet of the angel, who had shown him certain things, he was told not to do it: but to worship God. Revelation 19:10, Revelation22:8,9.
What role did angels play in the earthly life of Jesus?
After Jesus fasted and was tempted angels ministered to Him. Then the devil left Him, and behold, angels came and ministered to Him. Matthew 4:11.
In the Garden of Gethsemane an angel strengthened Jesus to endure the trials that lay ahead of Him. Then an angel appeared to Him from heaven, strengthening Him. Luke 22:43.
When Jesus was arrested on the night before his crucifixion, Jesus knew that God could provide Him with ministering angels. Matthew 26:53. Or do you think that I cannot now pray to My Father, and He will provide Me with more than twelve legions of angels?
Why did some of God’s good created angels turn bad?
When Satan rebelled against God, he used his influence to deceive other angels.
Why did they choose to rebel with Satan?
2 Peter 2:4 God did not spare the angels who sinned, but cast them down to hell, and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment.
Should we worship angels?
No. John says, when he fell down to worship before the feet of the angel, who had shown him certain things, he was told not to do it: but to worship God. Revelation 19:10, Revelation22:8,9.
What role did angels play in the earthly life of Jesus?
After Jesus fasted and was tempted angels ministered to Him. Then the devil left Him, and behold, angels came and ministered to Him. Matthew 4:11.
In the Garden of Gethsemane an angel strengthened Jesus to endure the trials that lay ahead of Him. Then an angel appeared to Him from heaven, strengthening Him. Luke 22:43.
When Jesus was arrested on the night before his crucifixion, Jesus knew that God could provide Him with ministering angels. Matthew 26:53. Or do you think that I cannot now pray to My Father, and He will provide Me with more than twelve legions of angels?
Why did some of God’s good created angels turn bad?
When Satan rebelled against God, he used his influence to deceive other angels.
Why did they choose to rebel with Satan?
Despite the fact that they dwelt in heaven the seeds of sin were sown in their hearts.
What are they doing here on earth?
Along with Satan they were cast to the earth (expelled from heaven)..
Rev 12:8, 9 …. They did not prevail, nor was a place was found for them in heaven any longer. The devil or Satan was cast to the earth and his angels were cast out with him.
They serve Satan. They are the agencies through which he works to fulfill his fiendish plans.
Was Satan always evil?
No. He was the beloved covering angel, he was most beautiful, and perfect in all his ways. His original name was Lucifer, which meant the morning star, or light-bringing. Another name for Satan is the devil.
Ezekiel 28:14 You were the anointed cherub who covers: I established you: you were on the holy mountain of God……
Ezekiel 28:17 Your heart was lifted up because of your beauty; you corrupted your wisdom for the sake of your splendour…..
What is the name of an evil angel?
An evil angel is called a demon, or a devil.
What powers to do they have?
Evil angels have the power to wreak disorder, confusion and destruction, and power to work miracles. They also have power to impersonate, and possess people. Often they will appear in the forms of dead loved ones, when called upon by a medium, in a séance. 1 Samuel 28:7.
2 Corinthians 11:14 tells that Satan has power to transform himself into an angel of light.
What are they doing here on earth?
Along with Satan they were cast to the earth (expelled from heaven)..
Rev 12:8, 9 …. They did not prevail, nor was a place was found for them in heaven any longer. The devil or Satan was cast to the earth and his angels were cast out with him.
They serve Satan. They are the agencies through which he works to fulfill his fiendish plans.
Was Satan always evil?
No. He was the beloved covering angel, he was most beautiful, and perfect in all his ways. His original name was Lucifer, which meant the morning star, or light-bringing. Another name for Satan is the devil.
Ezekiel 28:14 You were the anointed cherub who covers: I established you: you were on the holy mountain of God……
Ezekiel 28:17 Your heart was lifted up because of your beauty; you corrupted your wisdom for the sake of your splendour…..
What is the name of an evil angel?
An evil angel is called a demon, or a devil.
What powers to do they have?
Evil angels have the power to wreak disorder, confusion and destruction, and power to work miracles. They also have power to impersonate, and possess people. Often they will appear in the forms of dead loved ones, when called upon by a medium, in a séance. 1 Samuel 28:7.
2 Corinthians 11:14 tells that Satan has power to transform himself into an angel of light.
Can a demon be cast of a person who is possessed?
Yes. Jesus cast out many.
Mathew 4:24.His fame went throughout all Syria, and they brought to Him all sick people who were afflicted with various diseases and torments, and those who were demon possessed, epileptics, and paralytics; and He healed them.
And He was casting out a devil and it was mute. So it was, when the demon had gone out, that the mute spoke, and the multitudes marvelled. Luke 11:14.
Other references…. Mark 1:32. Luke 8:36. Matthew 15:22
Can other people cast out demons?
Yes, if they are filled with the Holy Spirit and have belief and trust in the power of God.
The seventy returned with joy saying, “Lord even the demons are subject to us in Your name.” Luke 10:17.
The doctrines of devils are teaching that turn a person away from Bible truth, and cause them to depart from the pure faith.
1 Timothy 4:1 Now, the Spirit expressly says, that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons.
Note: Particularly deceiving is the doctrine of an immortal soul, and Sunday sacredness. Both these teaching oppose Bible truth.
We are involved in a spiritual war, what are we fighting?
Yes. Jesus cast out many.
Mathew 4:24.His fame went throughout all Syria, and they brought to Him all sick people who were afflicted with various diseases and torments, and those who were demon possessed, epileptics, and paralytics; and He healed them.
And He was casting out a devil and it was mute. So it was, when the demon had gone out, that the mute spoke, and the multitudes marvelled. Luke 11:14.
Other references…. Mark 1:32. Luke 8:36. Matthew 15:22
Can other people cast out demons?
Yes, if they are filled with the Holy Spirit and have belief and trust in the power of God.
The seventy returned with joy saying, “Lord even the demons are subject to us in Your name.” Luke 10:17.
The doctrines of devils are teaching that turn a person away from Bible truth, and cause them to depart from the pure faith.
1 Timothy 4:1 Now, the Spirit expressly says, that in latter times some will depart from the faith, giving heed to deceiving spirits and doctrines of demons.
Note: Particularly deceiving is the doctrine of an immortal soul, and Sunday sacredness. Both these teaching oppose Bible truth.
We are involved in a spiritual war, what are we fighting?
For, we do not wrestle against flesh and blood but against rulers of darkness. Ephesians 6:12.
What can we do to protect ourselves from Satan and his evil angels?
James 4:6,7. Be nourished in words of faith and follow good doctrine, and exercise yourself toward godliness.
1 Peter 5:8. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. Resist him steadfast in the faith….
Put on the whole armor of God. Gird your waist with truth. Put on the breastplate of righteousness. Have your feet shod with the Gospel of peace. Take with you the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God. Ephesians 6:12-18.
What can we do to protect ourselves from Satan and his evil angels?
James 4:6,7. Be nourished in words of faith and follow good doctrine, and exercise yourself toward godliness.
1 Peter 5:8. Be sober, be vigilant; because your adversary the devil walks about like a roaring lion seeking whom he may devour. Resist him steadfast in the faith….
Put on the whole armor of God. Gird your waist with truth. Put on the breastplate of righteousness. Have your feet shod with the Gospel of peace. Take with you the shield of faith, the helmet of salvation, and the sword of the Spirit which is the Word of God. Ephesians 6:12-18.
Will the fallen angels be judged and punished?
1 Corinthians 6:3. Do you not know that we shall judge angels?
2 Peter 2:4. God did not spare the angels who sinned but cast them down to hell (final destruction), and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment.
Will God destroy the evil angels and their leader Satan?
Yes, they will be destroyed? Then He will say to those on the left hand, “Depart from Me ye cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels. Matthew 25: 41. In Luke 4:33,34. A demon asked Jesus, if He had come to destroy them.
Revelation 20:9. They (Satan and his angels) went up on the breadth of the earth and surrounded the camp of the saints and the holy city: And fire came down from God in heaven and devoured them.
For, behold the day is coming, burning like an oven. And all the proud, yes, and all that do wickedly will be stubble. And the day which is coming shall burn them up, says the Lord of Hosts. That will leave them neither root (Satan the root) nor branch (his angels the branches). Malachi 4:1.
Ezekiel 28:18 … I brought fire from your midst; it devoured you, and I turned you to ashes upon the earth…. You have become a horror, and shall be no more forever.
1 Corinthians 6:3. Do you not know that we shall judge angels?
2 Peter 2:4. God did not spare the angels who sinned but cast them down to hell (final destruction), and delivered them into chains of darkness, to be reserved for judgment.
Will God destroy the evil angels and their leader Satan?
Yes, they will be destroyed? Then He will say to those on the left hand, “Depart from Me ye cursed, into the everlasting fire prepared for the devil and his angels. Matthew 25: 41. In Luke 4:33,34. A demon asked Jesus, if He had come to destroy them.
Revelation 20:9. They (Satan and his angels) went up on the breadth of the earth and surrounded the camp of the saints and the holy city: And fire came down from God in heaven and devoured them.
For, behold the day is coming, burning like an oven. And all the proud, yes, and all that do wickedly will be stubble. And the day which is coming shall burn them up, says the Lord of Hosts. That will leave them neither root (Satan the root) nor branch (his angels the branches). Malachi 4:1.
Ezekiel 28:18 … I brought fire from your midst; it devoured you, and I turned you to ashes upon the earth…. You have become a horror, and shall be no more forever.
Nahum 1:9: What do you conspire against the Lord? He will make an utter end of it. Affliction shall not rise up a second time.
Note: Angels had free will to choose whom they would serve, either Satan or God, those who fell chose Satan, those who remained loyal to God chose to serve God. We also have the choice of who to serve. Our choice is between God and Satan. There is really only one choice for if we do not choose to serve God then by default we will serve Satan.
Note: Angels had free will to choose whom they would serve, either Satan or God, those who fell chose Satan, those who remained loyal to God chose to serve God. We also have the choice of who to serve. Our choice is between God and Satan. There is really only one choice for if we do not choose to serve God then by default we will serve Satan.
