Angels as Created Spirits
Angels are created spiritual beings.
This doctrine distinguishes traditions but is not a boundary of orthodoxy.
Key scriptures
- Col 1:16 — For by him were all things created, that are in heaven, and that are in earth, visible and invisible, whether they be thrones, or dominions, or principalities, or powers: all things were created by him, and for him:
- Heb 1:14 — Are they not all ministering spirits, sent forth to minister for them who shall be heirs of salvation?
- Ps 148:2 — Praise ye him, all his angels: praise ye him, all his hosts.
- Ps 148:5 — Let them praise the name of the LORD: for he commanded, and they were created.