The angels are spiritual creatures with a higher level of intelligence than humans and free will. The good people reside in paradise and are consequently regarded as saints; the wrong people reside in hell. Heavenly dwellers are saints. Angels serve as messengers, guards, and general aids for us, as well as being a reflection of God’s glory.
It is against the Bible to worship angels, and it is forbidden explicitly in Revelation 19:9–10 and 22:8–9. However, they are interceding for us and taking our prayers to God through the “Angel Of God Prayer.” “I am Raphael, one of the seven holy angels who present the prayers of the saints and come into the presence of the splendor of the Holy One,” the Archangel Raphael declares in Tobit 12:15.
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What Are Angels In The Bible?
Angels are supernatural beings[1] with more strength and ability than people (2 Peter 2:11). They are present in heaven, also known as the “spirit realm,” a plane of existence above the physical universe (1 Kings 8:27; John 6:38). As a result, they are also called spirits. They inform us of God’s will. Several times in the Bible, they respond to our petitions on God’s behalf or serve as His means of making known His will or plans.
The Bible describes how God used Jesus in creation: “Utilizing Jesus, all other things were created in the heavens and on the earth, the things visible and the things invisible, including the angels.” The Bible calls Jesus “the firstborn of all creation,” and it says that through Jesus, God created the angels.
They don’t get married or have kids (Mark 12:25). These “sons of the true God” were all individually formed. Before the planet formed, in the distant past, angels were created. The Bible does not specify a precise number, but it does show that there were a significant number of them and that they “began shouting in applause” as God formed the planet. For instance, the apostle John saw hundreds of millions of angels in a vision given to him.
Each angel has a unique personality. One of them can speak to the other (1 Corinthians 13:1). They can think and create hymns of worship to God (Luke 2:13–14). However, some have sinned by siding with Satan in his fight against God instead of choosing what is right.
Although angels watch over the spiritual well-being of God’s followers, this does not imply that God personally appoints them to watch over every Christian (Matthew 18:10). They also do not shield God’s people from all tribulations or temptations. The Bible demonstrates that God will frequently “create the way out” of a struggle by providing a person with the knowledge and fortitude to persevere.
The Angel Of God Prayer
“Angel of God, my dear guardian, to whom God’s love commits me here, ever this day be at my side, to light and guard, to rule and guide. Amen.”
Many children have learned the “Angel of God” prayer from their parents in religious education classes and Catholic institutions over the last century. It is a short prayer that is easy to memorize and asks the guardian angel to intercede on their behalf. The prayer has ingrained itself in Catholic culture and is handed down from generation to generation. The purpose of our holy guardian angels is to keep us safe, lead us to eternal life, and protect us.
This is a prayer that everyone should say every day, not simply as a “child’s prayer.” The prayer acknowledges that they can affect our lives and exist due to God’s love for us. All we have to do is ask for their help and have faith in Jesus’ assurance that they constantly see the face of our heavenly Father.
3 Prayers To The Angels Of God
There are innumerable other ways in which angels support us. “Aren’t all angels ministering spirits sent out to serve for the benefit of those who are to find salvation?” according to Hebrews 1:14. As they provide for our material and spiritual needs as we travel the path to salvation, this ministry manifests itself in various ways.
Prayer To The Nine Choirs Of Angels
Holy Angels, keep vigil over us as we navigate this dangerous world. O heavenly Archangels, be our guides on the way to heaven! The angelic choir of the Principalities rules over us both physically and spiritually. O mighty powers, shield us from the demons’ cunning.
Give us bravery and strength in the struggle of life, o divine Virtues. O strong dominations grant us control over our flesh’s insurrection. O holy thrones, bring us harmony with both God and man. O bright Cherubim, shine divine knowledge into our souls. O flaming Seraphim, fan the flame of altruism in our hearts. Amen.
Prayer To Saint Michael
St. Michael the Archangel, defend us in the day of battle; be our safeguard against the wickedness and snares of the devil. We humbly pray that God rebukes him. O prince of the heavenly host, by the power of God, cast into hell Satan and all the other evil spirits who prowl through the world seeking the ruin of souls. Amen.
One Last Prayer To The Angels Of Protection
God hath sent thee, my dear angel, to watch over me. Thou art from heaven. Oh, hide me beneath thy wings. Lighten my way and guide me. Please don’t leave me; be close and protect me from the evil spirit. But more than anything, come to my aid while I fight for my life. Deliver my heart so I can praise, love, and think about God’s kindness forever and ever with you. Amen.
Conclusion
The Holy Scripture has shown us that the spiritual beings present in the presence of God are simultaneously giving up our prayers to Him and their prayers on our behalf. They are also responsible for ministering to us and guiding us toward salvation.
Of course, we should communicate with them, asking them to pray for certain things, pleading with them to guard us in places where we know we are vulnerable, and the like. By doing this, we assist them in carrying out the work God has given them.
