Author Darlene J Conard

Awakened in peace, I knew God’s presence was there. Nothing occupied my thoughts except assurance and His faithfulness. Angels were ever-present.

God relieves uncertainty, soothes hurts, guides, and takes away what must be taken. Every hindrance transforms into a stage for God’s glorious entry. Difficulties become seats for angels. There, they are positioned in power by command.

“For he shall give his angels charge over thee, to keep thee in all thy ways. They shall bear thee up in their hands, lest thou dash thy foot against a stone.”  Psalms 91:11-12 KJV

Angels aren’t discussed when appearing in human form or seeing them suddenly appear. We don’t worship them, but we are not to disregard them.

My grandmother sat me down for a Bible study about God, His angels, and humanity.  She began with her encounter for the first time, one appearing in human form. Grandma and Papaw have just settled in Richwood. She cooled her kitchen in the summer by opening the door while cooking. One evening, she was taking up dishes when a man knocked on the door. He explained to her that he had been walking and was very hungry. She invited the man in to sit. Grandma fixed his plate. Beneath his arm, he had a stool, which he unfolded and sat on at the table. She assumed that the stranger used it on his walks. The man blessed his food and ate as he fellowshipped with her. After eating his supper, he blessed her for her kindness. He took up his chair. Grandma turned her back for a moment. She turned around, and the stranger was gone. This scripture dropped in her spirit.

“Be not forgetful to entertain strangers, for some have entertained angels unawares.”   Hebrews 13:2 KJV

Possibilities surround us. God is doing a work every second. I have had quite a few encounters as well. While sitting in my living room resting one evening, I felt a peace-filled atmosphere. An illumination caught my attention. A very tall, strong, illuminating figure walked from my foyer and through the kitchen door. There is comfort in knowing we aren’t alone.

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