Continuing Story of Angel Encounters - A Story of Faith

In life we all have adventures.  Some are the result of circumstances, some are pure choice, and some are a mistake that leads us down an unfortunate path.  Every day our lives are full of choices whether we are aware of them or not.  The big choices make very huge and long lasting imprints on our lives and our memories.  It is usually the choices that are mistakes that teach us the most about ourselves and our relationship with God.  During every choice and every adventure there is always an angel by our side.  WE commonly refer to this angel as our Guardian Angel but the angels reference this as the one who never leaves.  In difficult times there are usually more angels watching over and providing assistance, especially if we consciously ask for help.  

When going through something difficult the angel that is sent to help may appear in human form for a brief period of time.  This happens more than you may ever realize.  This next story happened after reaching Tampa Florida and working their for a while.  The three of us had stopped briefly in Georgia and I had been able to visit with my son and ex-husband.  Leaving there was difficult but I felt obligated to continue on with them as I had made a promise to help get their new ministry stated in Florida. The deep desire to please God and to show my love for God was a primary motivation and I felt at the time to do this I had to go to Florida for the purpose of honoring God and my personal commitment to Him.  However, some choices are just really bad mistakes and the journey gets pretty rough and confusing.  

The situation quickly became very abusive, mostly verbally, and I began to long to leave.  Confused about what was the 'right' choice to make next I set out by myself one afternoon and spent a couple hours in prayer and meditation.  

The answer came to me very clearly.  "For where your treasure is there your heart will be also."  Luke 12:34  My heart longed for my son and that was my treasure.  I really did not belong in Florida regardless of good intentions.  After arriving back at the apartment I realized I had understood this very clear directive but I was still afraid I was letting God down.  I paced in my room and asked God, "Am I letting you down by leaving here?"  Again I received a very clear answer which was simply, "I never told you to go in the first place!"  Whoa...so this whole misadventure had been the result of my own ego.  That was embarrassing but also a great relief.  I was free to leave and head back to Georgia to be with my son.  I began to pack.

Now that I had clear direction the next question was how this would unfold.  I said a little prayer, "Okay God, here we go.  Please show me what to do next."  I informed the leader of the group I would be leaving immediately and he went to the bank and brought back my share of our money which was $65.00.  I took it, grabbed my bed roll which had a couple sets of clothes, toothbrush, hair brush, and Bible and set out down the road.  Then I quickly realized I had no clue where the bus station was or which direction to walk. However, I needed to find a laundromat so I could clean my uniform from the job I had been working to return it to them in good condition.  Then I would be free to find the bus station.  I reached a crossroads so to speak and put my bed roll down to get my bearings and hopefully hear some kind of direction.  It started to rain...

So I stood there staring at the rain for what seemed just a minute or two thinking, "So this happened...now what?"  A car pulled up and stopped by the curb where I was standing.  There were three young people inside, two men and a lady.  They asked if I needed help.  I said, "Well, yes, if you could tell me which direction to walk to find the nearest bus station I would appreciate your help."  They said, "If you need to get to the bus station we will be glad to take you."  I said, "That is so kind but I must first find a laundromat to clean my uniform and then return it before I can head for the bus station."  They immediately replied, "No problem, we are headed to the laundromat right now and the bus station is on the way.  If you would like, give us your uniform and we will wash it with our things and return it for you.  Right now just jump in the back and we will take you to the bus station."  

It started to rain even harder and I felt these individuals were truly kind and helpful.  I felt deep down they where sent by God.  I gathered up my bed roll, and climbed into their back seat.  We made idle talk as they drove but all I remember is thinking they didn't appear to be angels but they certainly felt like they were.  I fished out my uniform and left it for them as they had requested.  At the bus station they insisted on carrying my bed roll in for me and waiting until I had secured my ticket to Georgia.  As soon as I had the ticket in my hand I turned to thank them but they were completely gone.  I had enough money left to get a burger at the restaurant in the station so I sat down and enjoyed a meal while waiting for the bus.  Oddly, the thought never came across my mind that I might be in danger or what would happen once I got to Georgia.  I just sat there rejoicing over a good meal and a ticket to see my son.

Once in Georgia getting off the bus I was a little bewildered not knowing what to do next.  What direction should I walk?

There as a taxi cab driver waiting at the front of the station where all the taxis lined up waiting for fairs.  This is not the man but I remember him looking a lot like this.  He said, "Miss, do you need a taxi?"  I said, "I wish I could afford a taxi, sir, as I really have no clue where I am headed from here but I have no money.  Thank you though."  We spoke for a few minutes and the next thing I knew he had me in his cab in the front seat and we were headed to a small local cafe for a bit of breakfast.  Once there we sat at the counter and a  friend of his joined us for breakfast.  His friend was a local construction worker .  Between the two of them they discussed my situation, looked at the paper for possible apartments and then decided my best option would be to call my ex-husband's house and tell them I was in town.  I did not want to do this until I had secured a job and a place to live but they insisted so I finally gave in and made the call.  My ex-husband's new wife answered the phone so I told her my situation.  She insisted in no uncertain terms that i would take a bus to their town and she would pick me up and be a guest at their home until I found a job and a place to live. The cab driver insisted he would drive me to the next town to get the better Marta connection to take to to my son's home town.  He never charged me a penny.  A couple weeks later I made a trip to the bus station to find the cab driver to thank him again and maybe buy him a meal but I never did find him.  I asked around but no one knew of him. I spent two weeks with my ex and his family and found a live-in nanny job.  I got to see my son on the weekends.  

Were the people I encountered on my journey to Georgia just very kind and helpful people or were they angels unawares?  After settled into my new job I made a call to Florida to the company where I had worked.  They said some people had dropped off my clean uniform a couple days after I left the job.  Pretty cool right?

While Working For the Church...ANGEL ENCOUNTER WITH MY GENTLE GIANT

Sometimes when you encounter angels they seem like amazing gentle giants...

This image is something I found online and it looks to be a painting.  When I have seen angels over the years, they are very tall and I have never actually seen them with wings nor have I seen them fly.  When seeing them as angels they appear rather mystical like in this image.  Angels are made of light and are not flesh and blood like us but they do seem to be very tall and large figures.  Mostly they come with a great deal of emotion.  You can feel their presence and you can feel not only their love for you but their strength.  Encountering angels in any form always gives you a great sense of being loved and protected.

In times of great danger angels have made their presence known in my life.  There are numerous occasions where I have personally experienced this phenomenon but they have been of a very personal nature so I won't share these times.  However, this experience happened when I was in my early twenties and newly married.  I was raised in a Christian Science Church and the church was a huge part of my life.  One afternoon it was my responsibly, along with a couple other church members, to man an outreach booth.  The purpose was to hand out our various pieces of literature and our Christian Science Monitor to anyone who might be interested.  Of course, part of our being there was to answer any questions about our church.  We had a table with literature spread out and were set up in the entrance of a large store.   Being there was very uncomfortable for me, not because people were asking questions but because I was extremely shy.

While there I was praying that any answers I offered would come from God within and not from my own ego.  About half-way through our time there I became aware of smelling cold, fresh water.  It cleared my nostrils and it was a lot like being in front of a clean babbling brook just after a rain.  You know that smell?  Then I felt a very large presence standing next to me.  I saw a man a lot like in the picture here.  I quickly looked around to see if anyone else was looking at him but no one seemed to notice this enormous man.  Well, being that he was rather transparent it was not a surprise that no one else saw him there.  I did and I felt his calming assurance.  I wasn't on any medication nor have I ever in my life taken recreational drugs.  I have never been diagnosed as having any physiological problems either. 

 When angels make themselves visible to you in any form they come with an undeniable presence.  It is really so difficult to explain the feeling that accompanies angels.  The angel that was with me I am assuming was my guardian angel but I really don't know.  I was wearing glasses so it was not my eyesight and I do have a very vivid imagination but this is just very different from something imagined.  I wish I knew how to explain this better.  Angels never seem to stay for very long.  They do their job and they leave.  They appear and then they are gone.  Hanging around waiting for a 'Thank You' is just not something you will find them doing.  They are messengers of God's Love and as such have no agenda nor need for gratitude.  At least that is how it has always felt to me.  

This is the last of my personal experience angel stories that I am going to share.  The next few posts will be about the different Archangels and the information I have found about them on the Internet and in different books.  Please keep coming back.  I will also be sharing more wonderful angel images.  

Facts About Archangel Ariel

Of the Archangels, Ariel is maybe one of the most interesting.  The following is a collection of data that I have gathered from the Internet and different books.  Ariel appears sometimes in male form but is primarily female energy. 

Archangel Ariel is associated with the crystal Rose Quartz because this is the vibration of this angel.  Colors vibrate at different rates and pink is how Ariel vibrates so if you see pink around you then you are getting a glimpse of Ariel.  Ariel is also associated with nature.  She is the nurturer of all things in nature from the earth itself and it's vegetation to the animals on the earth.  Ariel literally means, "lion of God" so Ariel watches over animals.  Jean Barker in her book "The Angel Whispered" writes,  "Ariel and her earth angels can help us understand the natural rhythms of the earth and to experience the magical healing properties of rocks, trees, and plants. She also works to help heal and look after all animals, especially those who live in water."

Archangel Ariel has the charge over nature and it is her job to protect animals and plants alike.  Part of her commission is to use the bounty and beauty of nature and the gentleness of animals to inspire mankind.  With this inspiration mankind is then more likely to take better care of planet earth and the plants and animals who dwell thereon.  According to the angel cards Archangel Ariel offers her guidance of strength and grace through kindness, self-confidence and forgiveness.  This means that if you find yourself seeking God's Grace or are in need of finding strength, calling on Ariel to come to your aid is a logical choice.  Finding the ability to forgive and let go is always a difficult task.  Try asking Archangel Ariel to help you reach true forgiveness.  Keep in mind that forgiveness is always about forgiving yourself and not about someone else.  

The angel cards also associate Archangel Ariel with prosperity.  The angel's message about prosperity is, "Your material needs are provided as you follow your intuition and manifest your dreams into reality."  Ariel can help you make a wide variety of different types of discoveries, including: "revelatory perception,psychic abilities, discovery of hidden treasures, discovery of nature's secrets, acknowledgement, gratitude, subtlety, discretion, bearer of new ideas, inventor, revelatory dreams and meditations, clairvoyance,clairaudience, clairsentience, [and] discovery of philosophical secrets that lead to the reorientation of one's life," write Kaya and Christiane Muller in their book The Book of Angels: Dreams, Signs, Meditation: The Hidden Secrets.

In his book The Angel Whisperer: Incredible Stories of Hope and Love from the Angels Kyle Gray calls Ariel "a courageous angel who helps us to overcome any fears or worries in our path."

Jean Barker writes in The Angel Whispered: "If you need courage or confidence with any situation, or assistance with standing up for your beliefs, call upon Ariel, who will then gently but firmly guide you to be courageous and stand up for your convictions."

If you feel a sudden bit of inspiration, or courage, or strength or perhaps a special empathy for nature or its animals, it may very well be that Archangel Ariel is close by.

Here are a couple sample prayers you might use to contact Archangel Ariel.

Facts About Archangel Michael

This video is a recorded message from Archangel Michael.  Please listen to this message with an open mind and heart.  This message explains life, death, life purpose, Spirit, planes of consciousness and more.  It brings tears to my eyes every time I hear this message.  It makes more sense of our life experience than anything I have ever heard.  

Archangel Michael is considered the elder of all Spirit Beings or angels of God.  He was known to be the elder brother of Satan who was the second Archangel God created and he raised Satan.  It was also Michael who overcame Satan when he turned against God.  So it is reported.  Archangel Michael is in charge of all Guardian angels and of those who offer comfort and support.  He is known as a warrior angel possessing great strength and compassion who fights for truth, justice, integrity and is chiefly concerned with protection and courage.  In great times of danger and turmoil Archangel Michael is at the ready to come to your aid but you much ask for his help.  Angels, even those who are in charge of other angels, are not allowed to interfere with human will.  While you are here on the earthly plane your will is your gift from God.  With the ability to exercise human will you are a co-creator of your own existence.  This makes your earthly experience a fast-track to the growth of your soul.  

Archangel Michael is associated with the color deep purple.  If you become aware of this color around you it means this angel is near.  The countenance of this angel is not only one of great grace and beauty exuding a presence of strength and compassion but is one with extremely high vibration so that he appears to radiate.  Those who have had personal encounters with Archangel Michael say he is more like a friend than an ominous being.  His strength comes through as the 'great protector' rather than a superior being of great power.  Praying to God for help in times of great peril will most certainly bring Archangel Michael to your side.

Archangel Michael is always there to offer words of comfort and deals with the realm of your thoughts.  He will assist you in finding your path in life and offer his undying love and protection.  If you do a search on the Internet for messages from Saint Michael, you will find dozens of recorded prayers and words of wisdom from this angel.  The following are a few that I thought were most helpful.

Archangel Michael Statue

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Facts About Archangel Raphael

Archangel Raphael is also called "The Guardian Angel of Humanity".  Raphael is the angel of healing.  This healing is not only for physical healing but for emotional and spiritual problems as well.  

When you or a loved one is ill, if you call on the angels for help, this is the angel that will come to your aid.  He will stand by the bed of those who are ailing and when this happens you can be sure you or your loved one will recover.  

According to John 5: 2-4 there was a pool known for it's healing properties.  When the waters were troubled the first person to step into the water would be healed of whatever ailment they suffered.  "2 Now there is in Jerusalem by the Sheep Gate a pool, which is called in Hebrew, Bethesda,[a] having five porches. 3 In these lay a great multitude of sick people, blind, lame, paralyzed, waiting for the moving of the water. 4 For an angel went down at a certain time into the pool and stirred up the water; then whoever stepped in first, after the stirring of the water, was made well of whatever disease he had.[b]"  It is believed that Archangel Raphael was the angel who troubled the waters and caused the miraculous healing properties of the pool.  

The color associated with this angel is green.  This is the color that vibrates to the healing energies so if you become aware of the color green around you it is most likely Archangel Raphael watching over you or your loved ones.  This is considered the 'green emerald light of healing'.  The callus is the representation of the angel of healing.  Many people have reported seeing flashes or sparkles of green light.  This is because Raphael wants you to know you are not going through this alone and it is his way of bringing you comfort.

One of the ways Raphael is known to help those who have serious health issues is to orchestrate the gathering of the best medical technicians for the condition.  Having the best physician for the ailment is really half the battle, don't you agree?  

Archangel Raphael is also known to have a wonderful sense of humor.  I am not sure how this helps when you are very ill but he does also help with the healing of relationships and the mending of broken hearts.  Some have called him a travelers companion, the angel who supports you while you journey.  It is good to know you have a compassionate and knowledgeable angel who follows you as you travel, especially these days.

Another common belief is that Archangel Raphael is the angel who helped Noah with the knowledge he needed to build the ark.  Interesting, yes?

The archangels are reported to be big in stature, filled with compassion and wisdom and seem to be most beautiful of all angels.  To call on Archangel Raphael here is a prayer you might use...

Expecting a miracle is always a necessary element in experiencing a healing miracle for yourself or your loved one.

"Dear God and Archangel Raphael, thank you for your miraculous intervention and healing energy, which has restored the health of (name the person)."

Acceptance is also a very necessary element in experiencing healing. If you cannot receive healing it will never be yours.

"Dear God and Archangel Raphael, please help me accept that everything is going in the right direction."

When it comes to sobriety or any type of addiction, especially one of a chemical nature, everyone needs as much help as they can get.  Do not hesitate to call on Raphael for help.  

"Dear God and Archangel Raphael, thank you for adjusting my cravings in healthful directions so that I only desire life-affirming foods and beverages."

Facts About Guardian Angels

Angels are beings of light and exist at a much higher vibration than we do in human bodies.  They are not flesh and blood so they do not have the restrictions and limitations that we experience here on earth.  They are completely dedicated to Creator, God and as such are love energy.  They never exist on this plane of consciousness, meaning they do not walk this earth as humans.  

It is believed that Guardian angels, all angels for that matter were created at the time of all creation and were created by God to act as His ethereal messengers of love, peace, protection and guidance to human kind.  At the moment of conception God assigns a Guardian angel to you as your constant companion and protector.  The term guardian angel means just that.  This angel has the assignment of watching over you 24/7 and is known as 'the one who never leaves'.  Every person has their own Guardian Angel by Divine Design, no exceptions.  Literally that moment that a soul unites with a body an angel is commissioned to watch over that soul.  You can be sure that you are never really alone.  Your angel is with you.  Your Guardian angel is with you throughout your whole life.

In the beginning God created the world that we call home.  According to Gen. 1:3, "on the first day when God made "light" the "light He made was the angels." This is confirmed when He "divided the light from the darkness."  This was in reference to the battle between the angels who were true to God and His Divine Purpose for them and those who followed Lucifer (Gen. 1:4).  You see, according to the account of creation, the sun and the moon were created on the Fourth Day!  

There is a confusion between Guardian Angels and Spirit Guides.  Probably most of us do have a Spirit Guide as well as a Guardian Angel but the difference is that the angel was created by God and never walks as a human but the spirit guide did at one time walk in human form but chose to be elevated to spirit guide after death.  Both do the same for you as they both love you unconditionally, offer protection and do offer guidance.  A Spirit Guide is most likely a deceased loved one who chose to watch over you in the spiritual realm.  

Guardian Angels really don't use words to communicate with us.  They are there as images that we hold in our thoughts of them, in our feelings and our intuition about them and it is through our thoughts that we hear their messages.  It is through our emotions that we feel their loving presence and it is through our sense of well being that we know they are close and are there protecting our daily walk.

Angels can at times take on the form of being human if the circumstances require them to do so.  When they do they are not visible for long.  They complete their task and are gone as quickly as they came.  Their true form is that of a higher vibration and they are pure light energy.  If you were to look at a Spirit Guide and an angel side by side they would appear the same except the angel is a bright white light while the spirit guide is also light but not as bright.  

 Your guardian angel makes certain you are safe and guided always.  Angels are not allowed to interfere with our human will but they are always at the ready to offer words of comfort and intervene when called upon for help.  Spirit guides who are most often loved ones like parent, grandparent or beloved friends are also given instructions that they may not interfere with our choices.  Those who are empaths or have a very spiritual awareness can easily tell the difference between a spirit guide and guardian angel.  Angels have a much higher vibration.  The light of a spirit guide is more a bluish-white than a pure white.  

Animal Spirit GuidesDefinition of Animal Spirit: What is Animal Spirit? An Animal Spirit is strongly associated with the Native American Indian belief in Animism that is a belief based on the spiritual idea that the universe, and all natural objects within the universe, have souls or spirits.  An animal spirit is believed to be a supernatural power that embodies, attaches or conveys influence empowering a person with the trait of the animal. The animal spirit is also regarded as a guide who might appear in dreams in the form of an animal. An animal spirit, or spirit guide, walks through life with a person, teaching and guiding them, and in some instances protecting them. Also refer to Power Animals to find a list of the meaning and significance of different animal spirit guides.  Take a test to see what your animal guide is...

Never be hesitant to ask for angels to surround and protect your loved ones.  That is their purpose and they are waiting to be asked.  They must be invited to act on our behalf.  Ask them to surround your home, your business, your family and your friends.  Just remember to say "thank you" to them for their help.  This is not a requirement but I am quite sure they appreciate our gratitude.  

Asking your angels for help does not require a ritual or formal prayer.  A simple and sincere request, even if it is just, "Angels Help!" is really enough.  A prayer for help is really all it takes for God's messengers to be released to work on your behalf and they do come instantly.  They are not flesh and blood beings so they have no restrictions on time or space.  It does not matter what your need may be nor if you feel you deserve their help.  Helping is what they do and there is an abundance of angelic beings at the ready to help mankind.

Here is a special THANK YOU to my Guardian Angel who is my ever faithful, constant companion.  Your loving presence is appreciated!