What does the Bible say about angels?
Angels are spiritual beings created by God to serve him, worship him, and carry out his purposes — including announcing his messages and protecting his people.
Angels are created spirits who serve God. Scripture calls them ‘ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation’ (Hebrews 1:14). They worship God continually and do his bidding.
In the Bible they announce God’s messages — as Gabriel did to Mary (Luke 1) — guard and help God’s people, and carry out his judgments. They are powerful but are not to be worshiped; worship belongs to God alone.
Scripture warns against being preoccupied with angels (Colossians 2:18). They are real servants of God, but our focus and trust belong to the Lord they serve.
Original BibleDawn answer · reviewed 2026-06. Drafted with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy.