Ask the Pastor: Michael the prince in Daniel 12
Boova asks his Daniel 12 question: how should he take in the named angel Michael, 'the great prince who has charge of your people,' without cartoonish Hollywood angelology? The hosts discuss the Hebrew sar as a commander word, Daniel 10's delayed messenger, Jude's affirmation of the Michael/Moses body tussle, and Dan's answer that it confirms we live in a spiritual world on a need-to-know basis. Ben's verdict: the prince language is likely a real spiritual reality, but speculation past what Scripture gives is dangerous; the boundary is 'here's what we know — after that, we have no idea.'
More on Angels
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Hard question: can demons repent?
- Can demons — or Satan himself — repent?
A question that came up at church: can demons — or Satan himself — repent? The hosts reason that demons are fallen angels who chose against God in full knowledge, citing Hebrews 2:16 ('it is not angels that God helps'), 2 Peter 2:4, and Jude 6.
From No. 178 · What Are Our Snakes?
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Ghosts, demons, and familiar spirits
- Are ghosts real, and can a deceased relative become an angel?
- What would be the purpose or benefit for demons in impersonating dead relatives?
A long discussion on whether ghosts are real: the hosts' position is that apparitions of the dead are demonic, that 'grandpa Bob' cannot become an angel (angels are created messengers with specific purposes), and that consulting the dead violates Scripture.
From No. 12 · Of Moose and Men
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Angel comedy and the 'Jesus runs' bit
- Where does the 'spiritual walk' phrase come from in Scripture?
The hosts riff on Boova's question about Michael's office and dispatch boys, with jokes about a god-phone and Yahweh speaking in many waters.
From No. 568 · Like Jesus
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Seven signs the angels are guiding you
- What are seven signs that the angels are guiding you?
The hosts read a beliefnet.com listicle claiming seven signs of angelic guidance — white feathers, goosebumps, repeating numbers, butterflies and dragonflies, found coins, and…
From No. 527 · Angels and Blessings