Angels were created by God to help and lend assistance whenever God needed them and many Jews held them in high esteem. In fact, there was a Jewish community which apparently viewed angels as just below God and viewed the Messiah (Jesus Christ) as a little lower than the angels. Although Jesus did set aside some of His authority while on earth, He never ceased to be God and after His work (death and resurrection) was completed He was brought to a higher place of exaltation (Philippians 2:9-11). The author of Hebrews wanted his readers to know that Jesus Christ was better than the angels (1:4). Quoting from Old Testament passages, the author goes on to identify the unique relationship between God the Father and God the Son (1:5) and that angels actually will worship Him (1:6) as well as serve Him (1:7). The writer continues to establish Jesus’ position by reminding the reader of His future kingdom and rulership during His millennial reign (1:8-9). Even though Jesus created the earth (1:10), He will one day destroy it, but He will remain unchanged (1:11). This is the writer’s way of reminding us that Jesus is truly God (1:12). Ultimately, angels only serve and minister while Jesus will one day reign making Him better than the angels (1:13-14).
Dear God, You are truly higher than the angels and may I worship You alone!
