The Power Of Angels


Angels apparently have very great power: They are called 'you mighty ones who do his word' (Psalm 103:20) and 'powers' (Ephesians 1:21) and 'dominions' and 'authorities' (Colossians 1:16). Angels are seemingly 'greater in might and power' than rebellious human beings (2 Peter 2:11; Matthew 28:2). At least for the time of their earthly existence, human beings are made 'lower than the angels' (Hebrews 2:7). Though the power of angels is great, it is certainly not infinite, but is used to battle against the evil demonic powers under the control of Satan (Daniel 10:13; Revelation 12:7-8; 20:1-3). Nonetheless, when the Lord returns, we will be raised to a position higher than that of angels (1 Corinthians 6:3).
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