We are told that we will rule over angels in scripture. ( Heb. 2:5-9). There are other passages in Hebrews that discuss how Christ was brought a little lower than the angels; however for His earthly ministry; and how they seek to learn the mysteries of God and salvation. It would be wise to examine the admonitions of Jude 1:9 however. In this present day we cannot even have the wrong attitude contending with the devil when God has allowed his authority for His purposes in this age. We indeed will rule and reign with Him; but clearly we won't have some puffed up superiority with angels assigned under us. These same angels now are "ministering spirits" ( Heb. 1:14) who are incognito only appearing when needed for a specific purpose without any additional fanfare. There are other verses on us judging angels; which I don't care to speculate on in this forum due to space constraints.
It was suggested in today's sermon that angels may be able to fill in what was going on that we couldn't see; or answer questions about how certain choices changed the course of events; etc. Surely we will learn more about specific ministries there; as well as between the differing ranks (Cherubim; and or beasts surrounding the throne; Archangels and others). Again; the angels that remained faithful were always drawing attention to God's glory and not themselves. Surely; that is how we will rule with Christ when He reigns in perfect righteousness; and settles disputes among nations ( Isaiah 2:4). There will be cities for us to rule over ( Luke 19:17) which someone could interpret as a figurative allegory but I see no reason why.
God has given His angels great power; such as the one assigned to kill 185,000 in a day ( 2 Kings 19:35). Since they are not puffed up over having that type of authority; we also will not be when because of adoption as sons we are exalted since Christ died for men and not angels.
Very good exposition here. Thanks. In this life, we are, like Jesus, a little lower than the angels. But because we are in Christ and He conquered death, sin, the devil, and hell in his sacrificial death and resurrection and ascension to the right hand of the Father (which signifies dominion and authority over all things) we will reign with Him because we are in Him. We will in the next life be higher than the angels because of our position in Jesus. We will be like Jesus as a ruler, serving others. As you say, we will not be puffed up or full of ourselves concerning this ruling assignment. No, we will be humble, loving, and full of the Spirit.
When I think of angels (good and bad) I know that they are far above me and other humans in power and authority and many other abilities. We are not able to contend with evil angels in our own might or our own authority. We always must come to defend ourselves and stand against them in Christ Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit. These demonic angels will not listen or heed us unless we fight them in Christ Jesus. He is the our captain, our commander, our fortress, and deliverer. We must let Him take the forefront of every battle and when we come to stand against these evil angels, we are to do so as Michael is said to do, saying "The Lord rebuke you."
I love the Scripture that reminds us to not think too highly of ourselves than we ought to, but to think of ourselves soberly. ( Romans 12:3) I think this may be implying that we are to avoid being "drunk" on "pseudo-power trips". Humility is something that the devil and evil angels do not possess. They are filled with pride and arrogance and have deceived themselves into thinking that they have more power and authority that they really do have in relation to God. We ought not be like them in having a false sense of power and authority over them. Being humble is being Christ-like. Knowing that we do not deserve any honor is being realistic about ourselves before God
Ruling over angels.
We are told that we will rule over angels in scripture. ( Heb. 2:5-9). There are other passages in Hebrews that discuss how Christ was brought a little lower than the angels; however for His earthly ministry; and how they seek to learn the mysteries of God and salvation. It would be wise to examine the admonitions of Jude 1:9 however. In this present day we cannot even have the wrong attitude contending with the devil when God has allowed his authority for His purposes in this age. We indeed will rule and reign with Him; but clearly we won't have some puffed up superiority with angels assigned under us. These same angels now are "ministering spirits" ( Heb. 1:14) who are incognito only appearing when needed for a specific purpose without any additional fanfare. There are other verses on us judging angels; which I don't care to speculate on in this forum due to space constraints.
It was suggested in today's sermon that angels may be able to fill in what was going on that we couldn't see; or answer questions about how certain choices changed the course of events; etc. Surely we will learn more about specific ministries there; as well as between the differing ranks (Cherubim; and or beasts surrounding the throne; Archangels and others). Again; the angels that remained faithful were always drawing attention to God's glory and not themselves. Surely; that is how we will rule with Christ when He reigns in perfect righteousness; and settles disputes among nations ( Isaiah 2:4). There will be cities for us to rule over ( Luke 19:17) which someone could interpret as a figurative allegory but I see no reason why.
God has given His angels great power; such as the one assigned to kill 185,000 in a day ( 2 Kings 19:35). Since they are not puffed up over having that type of authority; we also will not be when because of adoption as sons we are exalted since Christ died for men and not angels.
Very good exposition here. Thanks. In this life, we are, like Jesus, a little lower than the angels. But because we are in Christ and He conquered death, sin, the devil, and hell in his sacrificial death and resurrection and ascension to the right hand of the Father (which signifies dominion and authority over all things) we will reign with Him because we are in Him. We will in the next life be higher than the angels because of our position in Jesus. We will be like Jesus as a ruler, serving others. As you say, we will not be puffed up or full of ourselves concerning this ruling assignment. No, we will be humble, loving, and full of the Spirit.
When I think of angels (good and bad) I know that they are far above me and other humans in power and authority and many other abilities. We are not able to contend with evil angels in our own might or our own authority. We always must come to defend ourselves and stand against them in Christ Jesus by the power of the Holy Spirit. These demonic angels will not listen or heed us unless we fight them in Christ Jesus. He is the our captain, our commander, our fortress, and deliverer. We must let Him take the forefront of every battle and when we come to stand against these evil angels, we are to do so as Michael is said to do, saying "The Lord rebuke you."
I love the Scripture that reminds us to not think too highly of ourselves than we ought to, but to think of ourselves soberly. ( Romans 12:3) I think this may be implying that we are to avoid being "drunk" on "pseudo-power trips". Humility is something that the devil and evil angels do not possess. They are filled with pride and arrogance and have deceived themselves into thinking that they have more power and authority that they really do have in relation to God. We ought not be like them in having a false sense of power and authority over them. Being humble is being Christ-like. Knowing that we do not deserve any honor is being realistic about ourselves before God
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