The Nature of Angels and Their Relation to Redeemed Humanity

Angels possess a spiritual nature of singular purity and power. They are the holy ones who stand before Elohim's throne and behold His face continually. Scripture declares that He "maketh His angels spirits" and they "excel in strength." Yet their defining characteristic is humility: each seraph bears six wings—two to cover the face, two to cover the feet, and two to fly—signifying that even in their exalted service, they veil themselves before the Almighty.

Angels execute their commission with perfect obedience. They originate nothing; they go where sent, speak what they are instructed, and perform what they are commanded. Their love is not their own but a love with which they are commissioned. Their office concerns itself chiefly with the outer circumstances of humanity—ministering in dangers, wants, and difficulties—rather than converting souls or offering comfort.

Yet here lies the wonder: redeemed human nature, when renewed in Christ, ascends above the angelic order. Though fallen man stands "a little lower than the angels," the regenerate soul in Christ's glorified nature surpasses them. We sing a triumphant song of grace; angels sing jubilant songs of creation. Our theme is redemption through the Son; theirs is praise for the works. Scripture declares that we shall judge angels and reign with Christ eternally. What unspeakable privilege belongs to those washed in the blood of the Lamb—to exceed in glory those luminous servants of Yahweh.