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    A Study of Angels
    A Study of Angels
    A Study of Angels
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    A Study of Angels

    By Edward P. Myers

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    This study of angelology discusses the origin, nature, activities, and destiny of angels—all based on solid, biblical teaching assuring readers that they are not alone in this world.

    The interest in angels has never been greater. But with so much speculation and misinformation out there, how can readers separate truth from fiction?

    This study of angelology discusses the origin, nature, activities, and destiny of angels—all based on solid, biblical teaching. While comprehensive in scope and biblical in foundation, this book is easy to read and understand.

    This fascinating and informative book assures readers that they are not alone in this world.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherHoward Books
    Release dateJun 15, 2010
    ISBN9781451605631
    A Study of Angels
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    Edward P. Myers

    Dr. Edward P. Myers is a professor of Bible and Religion at Harding University. Other books he has written include The Problem of Evil and Suffering and Doctrine of the Godhead.

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      The claims made about angels are simply not supported in scripture. I would advise those who read this book to check the referenced scripture the author provides as well as the biblical footnotes of any in several Bible versions. I simply do not see his claims verifiable in scripture. I use Logos bible software as well as Olive Tree bible software and the biblical resources of those. I just am not seeing direct scriptural agreement.

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    A Study of Angels - Edward P. Myers

    A Study of

    Angels

    Our purpose at Howard Books is to:

    Increase faith in the hearts of growing Christians

    Inspire holiness in the lives of believers

    Instill hope in the hearts of struggling people everywhere

    Because He’s coming again!

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    Dedication

    to Judy Driggers

    My sister both in the flesh and the Spirit, who helped to instill within me a love for Jesus and a curiosity about the heavenly messengers called angels.

    and Chloe Henson

    My mother-in-law, who deeply believed in angels and who was recently carried away by angels into Abraham’s bosom (Luke 16:22).

    CONTENTS

    Foreword

    Preface

    1 INTRODUCING ANGELS

    2 ANGELS: A HISTORICAL PERSPECTIVE

    3 THE ORIGIN & FORM OF ANGELS

    4 THE NATURE & ATTRIBUTES OF ANGELS

    5 THE CLASSIFICATION OF ANGELS

    6 THE ACTIVITIES OF ANGELS, PART ONE

    7 THE ACTIVITIES OF ANGELS, PART TWO

    8 THE ACTIVITIES OF ANGELS, PART THREE

    9 THE FALL OF SATAN AND OF ANGELS

    10 THE ANGEL OF THE LORD

    11 THE IDENTITY OF THE ANGEL OF THE LORD

    12 SPECIAL QUESTIONS ABOUT ANGELS

    13 ANGELS IN THE LIFE OF CHRIST

    APPENDIX: BIBLICAL SURVEY OF ANGELS: AN OUTLINE

    Endnotes

    Bibliography

    FOREWORD

    Edward Myers has made a valuable contribution to the understanding of an important biblical doctrine by writing A Study of Angels. The book is a revision of material originally published in 1978, which is now out of print.

    His continued study on this theme has enabled him to add significant, new material to the book. The material on Guardian Angels and the Angel of the Lord has been developed. An additional chapter has been added on the history of the study of angels. Study questions have been placed at the end of each chapter, which makes the material adaptable for class study.

    A biblical understanding of angels is difficult because of their spiritual nature. How can spiritual beings be described in physical terms? They have no flesh and blood. They have no human speech. They have no sexual distinction. Myers does not compromise the spiritual nature of angels in this book.

    Angels are not gods. They are God-sent messengers. They are created beings who are limited in power and knowledge. Myers does not confuse them with divinity.

    Discussion about angels is often shrouded in religious mystery, thus making an objective study difficult. Unfortunately, many discussions portray angels as ridiculous superstition—in both their traditional and popular characterization. These distorted portrayals have perhaps emerged because of two reasons. First, much of the medieval superstition about angels still remains in the minds of some. This superstition maintains that angels and demons fill the air, seeking to cast good or evil spells upon man’s every activity. Evil omens, charms, priestly blessings, and curses of witches are the outgrowth of such superstition.

    Second, popular charismatic religion has used the concepts of angels and demons to explain their emotional experiences in biblical terms. Man does not appear quite so responsible if his evil can be attributed to demonic sources. Man can appear to be in God’s favor if his teaching or conduct is attributed to angelic sources.

    Myers does not fall into either of these traps. He presents biblical material and critical expositions to arrive at his conclusion.

    Much theological speculation is connected with angels. Often, more is said about angels than is revealed. Edward Myers does not make this mistake. He does not go beyond that which is written. Indeed one of the strengths of his books is in what is not said.

    When discussing how angels minister to saints, it is refreshing to hear him say, We are not told. When discussing how angels carried Lazarus to Abraham’s bosom, he humbly acknowledges, We do not know. When discussing angels in prison, he confesses that, We do not know why some angels are in prison.

    Myers has no theological thesis to defend or doctrinal theory to uphold. His goal is to present the biblical teaching about angels in an orderly way. His academic scholarship and his practical experience as a preacher give a dimension to the book that promises to make it the standard work on this theme.

    I highly recommend this book for both its contents and form. It deserves broad circulation and careful study.

    Jimmy Jividen

    PREFACE

    This revised and updated version of A Study of Angels comes from many years of study, research, and revision. My interest in angels and spiritual beings began when I was a boy. The death of my father prompted a discussion with my older sister about guardian angels. That discussion made an impression on me. Many years later, as a preacher in Cincinnati, Ohio, I was asked by one of the young ladies of the congregation to preach a sermon dealing with exorcism. In preparation, I studied everything I could about exorcism and the occult. Reluctantly, I even saw the movie, The Exorcist. After several months of research and study, my first level of study was complete, and I delivered the lessons.

    A few months later I moved to West Monroe, Louisiana, to take up the duties of teaching in the White’s Ferry Road School of Biblical Studies. Being also a member of the local congregation, I was asked to teach the Wednesday night auditorium class. As I thought about what I would like to teach, I began to think about the lessons I had just completed on occultism. But that study had left me feeling negative and drained, and I did not want to dabble in that subject for a while. But I kept thinking, Surely there is a more positive approach to life. One that can give hope and victory over what we face day by day. I finally directed my attention toward a study of angels.

    The classroom study prompted many requests to have the material printed and available. So, we transcribed the tapes, did some small editing, and went to print.

    To be quite honest I was more than a little hesitant as the book came off the press. I somehow felt I had been too simplistic. But then, I began receiving phone calls and letters saying I’ve never understood this before!

    Since that time I have had the privilege to speak on the subject all across America. I have held seminars at local churches, and delivered lectures at Christian colleges and Schools of Preaching. Each time I delivered this material I restudied and learned more. The subject is fascinating and continues to intrigue me on a steady basis.

    Frank E. Peretti has written two volumes (This Present Darkness and Piercing the Darkness) that have stirred an interest in a study of angels. The numerous books that are being printed today regarding the subject of spiritual warfare also indicate that people are interested in knowing more about the reality of the spiritual world. The time is ripe for renewed interest in the topic of angels.

    In this third printing, many improvements and revisions have been made that I believe strengthen the value of this book. My thanks go to Mr. John Howard, of Howard Publishing Co., for keeping the book in print, and more importantly for encouraging the renewal and revisions. I don’t know what I would do without the loving patience of Philis Boultinghouse, also of Howard Publishing. Every time she called and asked, How is the manuscript coming? I would have to say, "I need more

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