BGEA: Does each person have a guardian angel?

Does each person have a guardian angel that watches over them? I'd like to think so, but if we do have a special angel protecting us, then why do we still have accidents and things like that? — Z.G.

Whenever I'm asked why bad things happen to us, I have to admit that I don't have a full answer to that question. Evil is real, and none of us are free from its devastation.

But the Bible does tell us that for the believer nothing happens outside God's control—and yes, if we know Christ, His angels continually watch over us. The Bible says that God "will command his angels concerning you to guard you in all your ways" (Psalm 91:11). It also teaches that the angels—although they are largely unseen—watch over us and work for our good. The Bible says, "Are not all angels ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation?" (Hebrews 1:14).

Rather than only one angel, therefore, God surrounds us with a host of angels to protect us and go before us. Even when hard times come, Satan can never snatch us away from their protection—and some day they will escort us safely to heaven. The reality of God's angels should give us great confidence in the Bible's promises.

While the angels are real, we are not to become preoccupied with them or to worship them. Only God is worthy of our worship, and only Christ saves us. Trust Him alone as your Savior, for "Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to men by which we must be saved" (Acts 4:12).

10 Comments

Philip says 4.12.2013, 03:23 a.m.

If God can make a donkey speak to someone like Balaam, He can if He wants to make an angel speak to man. We are very precious to Him. I am believing in a miracle this week. Amen.

Amu says 4.3.2013, 03:48 a.m.

in his arms,in de shadow of his wings.he keeps me n holds me with his righteous hand i kno um sade frm harm.nothing can touch me in his presence even devil cannot try it.Amen

JULIUS says 4.3.2013, 03:43 a.m.

Good day sir,my name is oki julius from nigeria.sir i and my family,we have been praying every day and night we that almighty god will answer prays but! its geting too long. i lost my job for3yr now i have sold many of my belonging pls help in prays

Lisa says 4.2.2013, 3:06 p.m.

Angels are real hard times come to believers to test us keep praying you wouldn't believe my life I know god loves me no matter what

Kate says 4.2.2013, 11:58 a.m.

Paster Graham, I'm in the process of my mortgage Company taking my double wide, I've been right here for 20 years, My To husband lost his job in Feb 2011, we are raising my 8 year old grandson and I'm on disability $643 a month, Please send Prayers. (We are praying for you)

Eagle says 4.2.2013, 11:22 a.m.

There are angels that protect us, which also speak to us. Except you don't believe in Christ you woun't understand the voice. Thanks.

nestor says 4.2.2013, 10:29 a.m.

Angels r powerful creatures of God.n Yes they protect us.n yes they indeed exist.Thank you Jesus.

Cowboy says 4.23.2012, 08:52 a.m.

Do you think Angels can speak to us?In exodus Moses is told by God that an angel will lead him to Egypt and Moses should listen to him, indicating to me that an angel can speak to us.? What do you think? Cowboy

Carolyn says 12.30.2011, 6:53 p.m.

Carrie, I believe that when you sense God is protecting you, He is, and you give Him your immediate thanks. I have had three very clear times in my life when I had that sense. Hope this helps . . . just keep trusting in God's love for you.

Carrie says 5.10.2011, 6:16 p.m.

I'm wanting a opinion on this. When I was little I had two different stories where I know angels had saved me from certain death. This is good right?I always felt as God has something in store for me.