Anyone reading the Bible will discover that God does speak to men and women through His angels. They did often appeared to reveal God's plans and guidance, or to strengthen and deliver God's children.
God Spoke To Mary The Mother Of Jesus Through An Angel
For example, Mary, the mother of Jesus, was given God's message through the angel Gabriel:
"But the angel said to her, 'Do not be afraid, Mary, you have found favour with God. You will be with child and give birth to a son, and you are to give him the name Jesus.'" Luke 1:30-31
Other Angelic Visitations
Various angels appeared to individuals such as Cornelius, Philip, and Paul the apostle throughout the New Testament times. They did not occur to all and sundry at all times but they did appear to deliver God's message as He directed.
Does God Speak Through Angels Today?
Could we receive divinely appointed visits from angels today? Only if God so directs. We should not worship angels nor should we imagine that we can grow so spiritual that we can command them to do our bidding. The Bible tells us that God has assigned angels the responsibility of serving those who believe in Jesus:
"Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?" Hebrews 1:14
Application
Let's allow God to be sovereign and speak to us throughout whatever channel He desires. Let's thank God for his ministering angels but let's not get so focused on angels that we forget to fix our eyes on Jesus, the author and perfecter of our faith.
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