It’s fascinating to notice what angels did in the Bible. Throughout Scripture, angels are constantly at work behind the scenes. They protected Lot (Genesis 19:15-17), guided Abraham’s servant (Genesis 24:7, 40), strengthened Elijah (1 Kings 19:5-8), defended Daniel (Daniel 6:22), ministered to Jesus (Matthew 4:11; Luke 22:43), announced Jesus’ resurrection (Matthew 28:5-7), rescued Peter from prison (Acts 12:7-11), and encouraged Paul in the midst of a violent storm (Acts 27:23-24). God assigns specific tasks to angels for our aid. When we are unable to fight our own battles, God sends His helpers to encourage, deliver, and empower us. 

Perhaps the best definition of angels is in Hebrews 1. They are ministering spirits sent to serve those who inherit salvation. That’s you and me! We seldom see them, and most of their work is done without our awareness. But they are nonetheless near at hand.

Allow that thought to linger in your mind through this day and evening, and take comfort. All day, all night, angels are watching over you. Rely on that help today.

Angels descending, bring from above echoes of mercy, whispers of love.
Fanny Crosby