BTM 174 - Angels and Demons - What the Bible Says About Angels and Demons

Are angels real? Do demons exist? Do Christians have guardian angels? And what role do these spiritual beings play in God’s plan?

In this episode of the Bible and Theology Matters podcast, Dr. Paul Weaver interviews Dr. John Gilhooly, author of 40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare. Together, they explore what Scripture really teaches about angels and demons—and why it matters!

Join us as we discuss:
-What the Bible actually says about angels and demons
-Common misconceptions about guardian angels
-Why speculation about the unseen realm can be dangerous 
-How angels serve God and His people today
-The biblical warnings against superstition and spiritual sensationalism

Dr. Gilhooly, Professor of Philosophy and Theology at Cedarville University, provides thoughtful, biblically grounded answers to questions about spiritual beings, their creation, their roles, and their relevance for Christians today.

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00:00 – Introduction
02:14 – Meet Dr. John Gilhooly, Author of 40 Questions About Angels, Demons, and Spiritual Warfare
06:10 – Heiser, the Unseen Realm, and Renewed Interest in Angelology
07:25 – Why Are People Fascinated with Angels and Demons? 
12:06 – What Does the Bible Say About Angels? 
14:40 – The Five Biblical Roles or Motifs of Angels
16:13 – When Were Angels Created?
19:09 – The Fall of Satan and the Nature of His Sin
26:29 – The Roles Angels Play in God’s Plan 
28:14 – Hierarchies of Angels
32:05 – Michael the Archangel and His Role
33:25 – Michael’s Relationship to Israel 
35:13 – Missions Moment: Lucy’s Testimony
37:51 – Do Regional Spirits Exist? 
40:51 – Avoiding Two Extremes: Extreme Fascination vs. Denying the Spiritual Realm 
42:29 – How Angels Serve Believers Today
44:33 – Do We Have Guardian Angels?
49:22 – How Should Christians Respond to Reports of Angelic Encounters?
54:03 – How God Communicates Today 
55:32 – Dangers of Overemphasizing or Underemphasizing Angels
58:12 – Conclusion

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