Archangel Michael

2/21/24

The name Michael means “Who is like God?”  He is identified with the nation of Israel as their warrior-protector and their God-sent advocate in the End Times.

At that time Michael, the great prince who protects your people, will arise. There will be a time of distress such as has not happened from the beginning of nations until then. But at that time your people—everyone whose name is found written in the book—will be delivered. Daniel 12:1.

From Michael, we see how important it is to love and pray for Israel and its people because they are the apple of God’s eye.

While the angel who was speaking to me was leaving, another angel came to meet him and said to him: “Run, tell that young man, ‘Jerusalem will be a city without walls because of the great number of people and animals in it. And I Myself will be a wall of fire around it,’ declares the Lord, ‘and I will be its glory within.’ Zechariah 2:3-5.

For this is what the Lord Almighty says: “After the Glorious One has sent me against the nations that have plundered you—for whoever touches you touches the apple of His Eye— Zechariah 2:8.

“The title “Archangel” means the angel who is “first, principal, chief.” Only Michael is given that name in Scripture, and so Paul may be referring to Michael as “the Archangel” in 1 Thessalonians 4:16— For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the Archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. Michael’s voice may be the one we’ll hear on the day of the rapture.”

“Is Michael the one angel who is above all others? If Michael is the foremost of all angels, then his name is quite appropriate—“Who Is Like God?” The answer, of course, is “No one.” Nobody compares to God, not even the mighty captain of the angelic host. Regardless of the great battles Michael wins, or whatever great things any angels do, our only praise must go to the Lord, “who alone does marvelous deeds” (Psalm 72:18).”  Jeremiah, David. Angels: Who They Are and How They Help--What the Bible Reveals.

What we learn from Michael’s name is obvious, there is no other God than the Lord God Almighty!  “Did I not proclaim this and foretell it long ago?  You are my witnesses.  Is there any God besides me?  No, there is no other Rock; I know not one.” Isaiah 44:8.

Michael is believed to be the angel who delivered God’s divine inspiration to John in the Book of Revelation.  In addition, he is known for his role in expelling Lucifer from heaven.  And war broke out in heaven: Michael and his angels fought with the dragon; and the dragon and his angels fought…Rev. 12:7.

And Michael had a confrontation with the devil over Mose’s body (Jude 9).  But even the Archangel Michael, when he was disputing with the devil about the body of Moses, did not himself dare to condemn him for slander but said, “The Lord rebuke you!”

We can understand from Michael’s reaction to Satan what our reaction to him should be, and that is ‘The Lord rebuke you, Satan”.  According to the Lord's word, ‘Resist the devil, and he will flee from you’ (James 4:7).

Finally, the last section of scripture I will quote regarding Michael has to do with prayer, and the invisible war in the heavenlies.  These verses prove how powerful prayer is in the life of a believer, and how heaven will move on our behalf, to make sure our answers from the Lord reach us.

Then he (Gabriel) said to me, “Do not fear, Daniel, for from the first day that you set your heart to understand, and to humble yourself before your God, your words were heard; and I have come because of your words. But the prince of the Persian kingdom resisted me twenty-one days. Then Michael, one of the chief princes, came to help me, because I was detained there with the king of Persia. But first I will tell you what is written in the Book of Truth. No one supports me against them except Michael, your prince.” Daniel 10:12-13, Daniel 10:21.

“Daniel’s conversation with the angel reveals to us the important fact that there is an “invisible war” going on in the heavenlies between the forces of evil and the forces of God.  For three weeks, Daniel had been praying for wisdom to understand the visions he had already seen, but the answer to that prayer was delayed.  Why would the Lord not immediately answer the petitions of His beloved prophet?  Because “the prince of the kingdom of Persia”—an evil angel—had attacked the angel bearing the answer, probably Gabriel.  This evil angel was assigned to see to it that the king of Persia did what Satan wanted him to do. Michael, the Archangel assigned to minister to Israel, assisted Gabriel and together they won the battle.”  Excerpt from: Be Resolute Daniel, Warren W. Wiersbe.

Just by briefly looking at Michael we can see things we should emulate.  Namely, to keep the Lord in His preeminence because He alone is God; and we have seen how important it is to love Israel.  Michael shows us how to deal with Satan, in addition, the importance of prayer.  

2/25/24 Update to Archangel Michael

I was rereading my post on Michael and the Government of Angels when a thought came to me from about a week ago. I went to have an MRI I was very nervous for many reasons. My hubby left me in the waiting room to go to the parking lot before I went in for the MRI. A security guard walked up to me, introduced himself and offered me water and if he could do anything for me. I said "No, I am fine." He came back a second time smiled at me, chatted a little bit more and then moved over to his post where he stood guard.

My husband came back in, and they called my name. As I was going through the doorway to go to the MRI, the security guard appeared again and said, “I hope everything goes well”. He introduced himself as Michael. Now, it probably wasn’t the Archangel, but what if it was?!?

In my post, I say “They can take on the appearance of man to better communicate with us.” And as I read that sentence, I remembered my encounter with the security guard Michael. How interesting is that? Think of the duties of a security guard…to guard and bring security (and angels, to God’s people). So fascinating to think about!