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Summary This power point presentation will explore the classifications of Angels. This presentation will also seek to clarify the differences in the different types of angels and their primary purposes. Finally, this presentation will show the relationship that Angels have with both God and men.

Presentation Outline I. Title Page II. Summary III. Presentation Outline IV. Introduction V. Thesis VI. Angels Defined VII. Other Names for Angels VIII. The Existence of Angels IX. Angelic Attribute X. Classification of Angels XI. Angelic Ministry XII. Conclusion XIII. Works Cited

Who do angels answer too? Do people actually have guardian angels? An Introduction What is an angel? Are they meant to be agents of good or evil or are they neutral? Who do angels answer too? Do people actually have guardian angels? What are some angelic characteristics? In this presentation we will be investigating all of these questions in an attempt to better understand the supernatural entities that humans call angels.

Thesis From the dawn of time people have interacted with the supernatural but, what exactly are angels? Angels are the powerful servants of God that have many jobs, and positions. Angels are supernatural beings that live by their own class system, carry out the commands of God, and even interact with humanity.

Angels Defined Hebrew– Malak; meaning messenger (Can refer to either a human or divine ”supernatural” messenger) Greek – Angelos; meaning messenger (similar in meaning and use to the Hebrew word Malak) English – a heavenly being charged by God with some commission.

Angels Other Names for In the Bible Sons of God – Unfallen beings, God’s sons by creation (Job 1:6, 38:7) Holy Ones – Set apart by God; His attendants; Attendants to His holiness (Psalm 89:5,7) Host – Can denote the armies of heaven, “host of heaven” can usually be taken to mean a large grouping of angels, millions even. (Psalm 89:6,8, 1 Samuel 17:45, Isaiah 31:4)

Angels The Existence of Angels are referenced on thirty-four books of the Bible. Angels attended to Christ in the wilderness after he was tempted by Satan Angels in the Old Testament would bring messages from God to the people. (Matthew 22:29-30, 25:31-32,42)

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Angelic Attributes Angels are Spiritual Beings > Angels may occasionally take human form in order to interact with humans, however angels are primarily spirit beings they are not slaves to the same laws as humans. The do not engage in marriages and they do not answer to death as humans do.

Angelic Attributes Angels are Created Beings > God created angels by his word as he did the majority of creation. Angels were created to give praise to God.

Angelic Attributes Continued… Angels were Created Simultaneously and Innumerable in Number > The creation of angels was a singular act, angels are incapable of reproduction, the number of angels in existence is static, however, that number is so vast that is simpler to describe the hosts of heaven as countless then to attempt to number them.

Angelic Attributes Continued… Angels are a Higher Order than Man > Angels do not have human limitations , angels are not created in the image of God, and they do not share in the promise of human redemption. Though angels are currently higher than men redeemed man will be higher than the angels.

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Angels Classification of Angels Who are Governmental Rulers > Powers – those given authority - This is often used in reference to fallen angels under the control of Satan who are given authority over specific cites, or territories. Angels Who are Highest Ranking > - Michael the “archangel,” is the only angel of his type. Michael is the protector of Israel. - Other “ruling angels,” Are mentioned in the Bible but Michael is the highest ranking overall.

Angels Classification of Angels Who are Prominent Individuals > - Michael, the only Archangel ,(His name means, “who is like God?” - Gabriel, God’s messenger, appears four times in the Bible, (His Name means, ”God is Strong.”) - Lucifer, was the elite among angels before he desired to be equal with God and was cast out of heaven, became Satan / The Devil (His name means, “Star of the Morning.”)

Angels Classification of Angels who are Divine Attendants > - Cherubim : Are one of the highest order of angels, and are associated with power and beauty. Not necessarily human in form. - Seraphim : “the burning ones,” They surround the throne of God. They proclaim the holiness of God constantly.

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Angelic Ministry Ministry to God > Cherubim have a ministry to God in defending his holiness Seraphim have a ministry to God surrounding the throne of God attending to his holiness.

Angelic Ministry Ministry to Christ > Angels predicted the birth of Christ Angels protected Christ from infancy to crucifixion Angels ministered to Christ after his time of temptation Angels strengthened him at Gethsemane Angels announced his resurrection Angels will attend his second coming

Angelic Ministry Ministry to Believers > Angels are ministering spirits in the lives of believers; they are tasked with aiding believers by God. Angels physically protect believers Angels may physically provide for a believers physical needs Angels encourage believers Angels may carry out a response to one’s prayers Angels guide believers home to Christ.

Angelic Ministry Relationship to Unbelievers> - Angels have announced the judgment of the unbelievers(e.g. Sodom ) - Angels have predicted the destruction of Satan and his fallen angelic agents.

Angelic Ministry Relationship to Unbelievers> - Angels have carried out the Lord’s Judgment on humanity. (especially in the Old Testament) - Angels will cast unbelievers into the fire at the end of the age. - Angels will sound the trumpets of judgment.

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Conclusion This presentation displayed the commands that angels carry out, their interactions with God and with men, the most notable angels, as well as the class systems that angels abide by. Through out this presentations angels have been addressed as the immortal servants of the Lord. They have power and authority, however, in the end of the age through the resurrection of Jesus Christ those who believe and serve Christ will rise even above the angelic hosts of heaven.

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Works Cited "Angels." In Encyclopedia of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Ed. Lawrence H. Schiffman, James C. VanderKam, Michael Mach. "angels." In A Dictionary of the Bible. Ed. W. R. F. Browning. Angels." In The Oxford Encyclopedia of the Bible and Theology. Ed. Camilla von Heijne. "angels of the Churches." In A Dictionary of the Bible. Ed. W. R. F. Browning. "Demons." In Encyclopedia of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Ed. Lawrence H. Schiffman, James C. VanderKam, Michael Mach. "Angels." In The Oxford Companion to the Bible. Ed. Bruce M. Metzger, Michael D. Coogan, Samuel A. Meier. "Apocalyptic Texts." In Encyclopedia of the Dead Sea Scrolls. Ed. Lawrence H. Schiffman, James C. VanderKam, George W. E. Nickelsburg. Oxford Biblical Studies Online.

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Works Cited Continued "demons and the devil." The Greenhaven Encyclopedia of Paranormal Phenomena. Patricia D. Netzley. Detroit: Greenhaven Press, 2006. 94. Opposing Viewpoints in Context. Baynes, Norman H.. “St. Antony and the Demons”. The Journal of Egyptian Archaeology 40 (1954): 7–10. MARTIN, DALE BASIL. “When Did Angels Become Demons?”. Journal of Biblical Literature 129.4 (2010): 657–677 Odegard, Doug. “Demon Scepticism”. American Philosophical Quarterly 23.2 (1986): 209–216. Daniélou, Jean. The Angels and Their Mission; According to the Fathers of the Church. Westminster, MD: Newman, 1957. Print. Nesbitt, Keith. Demonology: Past and Present. Victoria, B.C.: Trafford, 2003. Print.

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