Why Jesus Outranks the Angels
Aug 15, 2025 308
[10] And, “You, Lord, laid the foundation of the earth in the beginning, and the heavens are the work of your hands; [11] they will perish, but you remain; they will all wear out like a garment, [12] like a robe you will roll them up, like a garment they will be changed. But you are the same, and your years will have no end.” [13] And to which of the angels has he ever said, “Sit at my right hand until I make your enemies a footstool for your feet”? [14] Are they not all ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation? Hebrews 1:10–14 (ESV)
In Hebrews 1:5–9, we saw that Jesus surpasses the angels in name, honour, and status. Now in verses 10–14, we see two more reasons He is greater: His eternal existence and His reigning vocation.
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JESUS HAS A GREATER EXISTENCE
In verses 10–12, the Son is addressed as the Creator and sustainer of the universe. He laid the foundation of the earth. The heavens are the work of His hands. One day, creation itself will wear out like old clothes, but He will remain the same forever.
Angels are created beings. They depend entirely on God for their existence. But Jesus, the eternal Son, has no beginning and no end. He is unchanging — the same yesterday, today, and forever (Hebrews 13:8). This eternal nature gives His reign stability and security for His people.
JESUS HAS A GREATER VOCATION
In verse 13, God invites the Son to sit at His right hand until His enemies are made a footstool for His feet. This is the language of victory, authority, and kingship.
Angels never receive that invitation. Verse 14 tells us their role: they are “ministering spirits” sent out to serve those who will inherit salvation. They serve at the King’s command — and their service is for the good of His people.
The angels’ work is significant, but it is the work of servants. Jesus’ work is the work of the sovereign ruler of all.
When we see this contrast, it’s meant to deepen our awe for Christ. The most glorious beings in heaven and earth are servants in His kingdom. The eternal Son is the One who made all things, sustains all things, and reigns over all things.
If you belong to Him, this eternal, unchanging King has promised to keep you, protect you, and one day bring you into His unshakable kingdom. That is why Jesus is worth your trust today — and every day.
Reflection:
Praise Jesus as the eternal, unchanging Creator and King. Thank Him that the angels serve His purposes for your good, and ask Him to help you live in light of His reign.
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Boniface Kachulu
Aug 17, 2025
Surely without Jesus Man could be served. Therefore Jesus's mission was to serve man not Angles. And He was commanding them spitually and with a physical knowledge could not been seen. Remember during his death there was silent and total datkness in both heaven and earth. Even the Angels were also shaken. The 24 Elders and Fours dangerous creatures surround the throne of God were also praising to this vlctory of Jesus. The power to defeat was in Jesus and this build in the foundation of no dought from satanic views. This seals the claim from Satan to cheat people that Jesus could not have been managing the temptations because of powers from Angels but was different. And the mission accomplishment was purely handled by Jesus himSelf only. After arising from the grave it's where more powers were invested in apostles. He was serving the people not people serving him. And and Angel envolvement through out his life history on earth. On his prayers no mentioning of these heavenly creations like Angels
Monica Annan
Aug 17, 2025
Jesus Christ, our Lord and saviour who died to take away the sin of mankind thanks and praise to you. Thanks also to you for your link of us to the Angels for our safe keeping.