There are angels among us. Some of them we know. They have befriended us
many times. Others are not familiar to
us, and seem to come into our lives at times when we need them the most. The
word angel appears many times in scriptures.
The word literally means “messenger.”
I’m not referring to the celestial beings with
wings depicted in paintings. Neither am I referring to “guardian angels” as
some may be known. Nor do I desire to
discredit the possibility of such. Rather I want to suggest that the angels
among us are those who often reveal divine attributes toward others
.
Many times I have heard a person referred to as
being an “angel.” On these occasions the
bestowed title is the result of some needed act of kindness or word of
affirmation toward another. Angels can
bring calm in the midst of confusion.
Angels among us also offer comforting words and a caring presence. Their words may bring comfort and provide
hope in times of despair.
Some of the angels in the scriptures began their
message with four words. “Do not be
afraid.” These words are very applicable
for living in a world where bad things continue to happen. As I reflect on angels among us, specific
people come to mind. They have made a
positive difference in my life by their words and deeds which challenge me to
be a better person. That’s what angels
do best.
I don’t know about earning “angels wings,” such
as described in the popular holiday movie, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” but I do
believe that the angels among us represent what we can become if we live the
divine message offered to us through faith. Perhaps the greatest compliment
that can be paid to a Christian is this: “You’re an angel!” May we all be challenged to become messengers
of the good news of the Christian faith through word and deed.
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