God’s Messengers and Ministers – Lesson 3

Worship and Warfare Angels

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Revelation 5:11–12

As we continue in our series Messengers and Ministers: A Study of Angels, we have already seen that angels are God’s messengers who carry out His will and minister to His people. Tonight, I want us to see two more amazing aspects of their nature and service: they are worshipers and they are warriors.

At first glance, those seem like opposite roles—one is humble adoration before God’s throne, the other is fierce battle against the forces of darkness. Yet Scripture shows us that angels do both faithfully.

Stories of Protection

Dr. Billy Graham once shared a World War II account of a group of Allied soldiers trapped and facing certain death. Suddenly, the enemy surrendered. When asked why, the enemy soldiers said they had seen large men in white uniforms standing guard around the camp. The Allied soldiers never saw them—but the enemy did.

Another testimony comes from missionary John G. Paton, who served in the New Hebrides in the 1800s. One night, hostile natives surrounded his home, intent on killing him and his wife. They prayed through the night. At dawn, the attackers left suddenly. A year later, the chief of the tribe was converted and explained that they had seen hundreds of tall men in shining garments with drawn swords surrounding Paton’s house. God had sent His angels to protect His servants.

Point 1: Angels Praise God in Heaven

Isaiah 6:2–3 gives us a glimpse of the seraphim crying, “Holy, holy, holy is the LORD of hosts: the whole earth is full of his glory.”

Revelation 5:11–12 expands that scene with countless angels surrounding the throne, proclaiming:
“Worthy is the Lamb that was slain to receive power, and riches, and wisdom, and strength, and honour, and glory, and blessing.”

This is their continual role—to exalt and magnify God. What a sound it must be! Powerful, overwhelming, humbling, and glorious. And one day, we will join our voices with this angel band. When someone says, “You sing like an angel,” that’s quite a compliment—because angels exist first and foremost to praise Him.

Point 2: Angels Engage in Spiritual Warfare

Angels are not only worshipers; they are also warriors. Revelation 12:7–9 shows us Michael and his angels battling the dragon and his demons. Some believe this describes Satan’s original fall (Isaiah 14:12–15; Ezekiel 28:12–17), while others see it as a future end-time battle. Either way, the truth is clear: angels fight to defend God’s plan.

Daniel 10:12–13 reveals how angels resisted demonic forces to bring God’s message to Daniel. We may not see these battles, but they are very real. Ephesians 6:12 calls them “principalities, powers, rulers of the darkness, and spiritual wickedness in high places.”

Think of it this way: just as our military and law enforcement carry out unseen operations to keep us safe, so God’s angels are engaged in spiritual operations to protect His people and advance His kingdom. We may never know what they prevent or accomplish on our behalf—but we can rest assured, they are on task.

Point 3: They Bring Victory to Our Lives

Ultimately, all victory belongs to Christ. Colossians 2:15 says that Jesus “spoiled principalities and powers, he made a shew of them openly, triumphing over them in it.” Yet, He commands His angels like a mighty army to bring that victory into our lives.

Romans 16:20 reminds us: “And the God of peace shall bruise Satan under your feet shortly.”

When we feel alone, weak, or powerless, let us remember—we are not forsaken. Our God is mighty. His Son is mighty. His Spirit is mighty. His Word is powerful. And His angels surround us, fight for us, and help us press on to the next victory.

Conclusion

This week, as we worship, let’s remember that we are joining our voices with millions of saints and angels around God’s throne. And as we serve, let’s remember that while the battle is real, we do not fight alone. God has His messengers and ministers on assignment—worshiping, warring, and working—until His plan is fulfilled.