Essential Doctrine Series
Part 1: The Doctrine of God
Angels
“Angels are created spiritual beings with moral judgments and high intelligence but without physical bodies.” – Dr. Grudem
Truth #1. Angels are created beings. Nehemiah 9:6
Truth #2. Angels are spiritual beings. Luke 24:39
Truth #3. Angels have a high intelligence. Matthew 28:5; Acts 12:6-11
Truth #4. Angels make moral judgments. 2 Peter 2:4; Jude 6
Truth #5. Angels have various names in the Bible.
Truth #6. There is a rank and order of angels. Jude 9; Daniel 10:13
Truth #7. The scriptures are not clear about individual guardian angels.
Truth #8. Angels have purpose. Colossians 1:16
Truth #9. All angels were initially good, then some sinned. Genesis 1:31: Genesis 3,
Truth #10. Satan is the leader of the demons. Isaiah 14:12-15
What does this teach us about the doctrine of God?
1. God uses angels for His glory.
2. God has all authority.
3. God’s word helps us discern angelic messages.
4. God alone is worthy of worship.
What do we do in response to this truth?
1. Glorify God, like the angels.
2. Yield to God’s authority.
3. Study every spiritual message.
4. Worship God.
