Most people know that an angel appeared to Mary and announced she would have a baby. Many of those people know that his name was Gabriel. A few less know that he appeared to Zacharias to announce the birth of John. People into prophecy might know that he also appeared to Daniel. That sums up his appearances.
His name means “man of God” or “warrior of God”. His title, “angel” means messenger.
One bit of good news that might occur to you when you read this part of the Christmas story is that God communicates with His people. You may not get an angel but you have immediate access to the word and can always seek the leading of the Spirit. Often when we don’t know what God wants us to do it is because we are too busy on Facebook to pay attention to what He has to say.
Have you noticed how often the first words out of an angels mouth are, “Do not be afraid”? Be glad that you don’t need to come face to face with a being that can stand in the presence of Almighty God.
Merry Christmas.
homo unius libri
Saturday, December 6, 2025
Opus 2025-557: Advent Calendar: Day 6, Gabriel
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