Guardian angels are celestial bodyguards that accompany us on life's journey, unseen yet always present, protecting us in ways we may never fully understand! In moments of trouble, you may hear their whisper: "you're not alone; i've got your back."

The belief in guardian angels exists across various religious and spiritual traditions. A guardian angel is generally defined as a spiritual being who protects and guides a particular person.

While guardian angels are most commonly associated with Christianity, belief in angelic protectors and guides is found in Jewish, Islamic, and other faiths as well:

• In Christianity, guardian angels are thought to be appointed by God to watch over each person. The Bible contains several examples of angels protecting and guiding people on their journeys. Guardian angels play a role in intervening in individuals' lives, guiding them away from potential physical or spiritual harm.
• In Judaism, the Talmud refers to each person being assigned an angel upon birth. These angels advocate on people's behalf in heavenly courts. The Kabbalah also promoted the idea of individuals having guardian angels.
• In Islam, the Quran mentions angels protecting people from harm. Angels like Gabriel delivered revelations and messages to prophets. Muslims believe each person is accompanied by angels who record their good and bad deeds.
• Various Native American tribes have traditions around spirit guides that protect particular individuals or clans. Some Eastern religions like Shintoism also reference protective kami spirits that can be appealed to.
• New Age spiritualists envision guardian angels as highly evolved spiritual beings that we all have, often referring to them as spirit guides or angel guides.

So, while conceptualized in different ways across faiths, guardian angels essentially provide divine loving protection, guidance, and wisdom to human beings as we progress on our spiritual journeys.

Are Guardian Angels Real?

Many point to their own personal experiences that involve divine intervention or protection as evidence of a guardian angel's work.

Stories of people narrowly avoiding accidents, having a strong urge to avoid dangerous situations, or sensing a presence in times of need resonate as moments when a guardian angel was watching over them.

The long historical tradition of guardian angel stories and legends across cultures also lends weight to the view that these celestial guides exist. Theologians suggest that the hierarchical ordering of angels with roles like guardians fits into the general cosmology of religious texts.

Many choose to believe in the reality of their guardian angel based on the experiences in their lives.

Why Did God Create Guardian Angels?

According to Judeo-Christian teachings, God created guardian angels to act as protectors and guides for humans. There are a few key purposes and roles of guardian angels that religious scholars have described:

• To Protect Humans From Harm : Guardian angels watch over humans and protect them from physical or spiritual danger. This protection can range from shielding someone from small accidents to intervening in life-threatening situations.
• To Guide Humans Toward God : Some biblical passages indicate that angels were created to help humans follow God's will and draw closer to Him. Guardian angels may gently steer people away from sin and unwise decisions by placing thoughts of conscience or repentance in their hearts and minds.
• To Deliver Messages : Angels frequently brought spoken messages from God to humans in biblical stories. Guardian angels still speak directly to people today, offering guidance, encouragement, warnings, or other communications from the divine realm.
• To Pray For and With Humans : Christian teachings describe angels interceding before God or praying together with humans. Guardian angels lift up prayer requests on behalf of those they protect.

To Bear Witness : Guardian angels observe human thoughts, words, and actions and can give an account of a person's life after they pass away. This understanding motivates humans to live righteously.

There are several theories on why an all-powerful, sovereign God would assign angels to carry out these protective tasks rather than directly intervening in human affairs Himself:

• To allow free will and human independence while still providing divine assistance and care.
• To act as spiritual role models that set an example of selfless service and unconditional love.
• To reassure humans of God's constant presence and closeness despite feeling distant at times.
• To demonstrate God's parenting heart, similar to how human parents deputize caregivers for their children's wellbeing.

Ultimately, guardian angels highlight God's desire for an intimate, reciprocal relationship with humankind through intermediaries. Their presence conveys God's patience, mercy, and enduring investment in shepherding His earthly children!

We love you dearly.
We are here with you.
We are your family of light.
We are the Galactic Federation.

A'HO
Aurora Ray
Ambassador of the Galactic Federation

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