Angel of the Lord - Jesus in the Old Testament and Warning against extra biblical influences

Correcting Bad Doctrine about the Angel of the Lord: Dispelling Myths Surrounding the Pre-incarnate Christ and the Dangers of Extra-biblical Teachings

The concept of the Angel of the Lord in the Old Testament has been a subject of much debate and speculation among theologians and scholars for centuries. Some view this divine messenger as a mere angel, while others argue that the Angel of the Lord is, in fact, the pre-incarnate Christ – a member of the Trinity. This article aims to explore the biblical evidence supporting the latter interpretation and to dispel the myth that the Angel of the Lord is merely an angel or, more specifically, the angel named Metatron from Jewish mystical texts and extra-biblical works like the Book of Enoch and the Zohar.

Throughout this article, we will examine the scriptural basis for the belief that the Angel of the Lord is the pre-incarnate Christ and delve into the dangers of relying on extra-biblical sources for theological understanding. We will also explore the historical context and motivations behind the creation of these extra-biblical works, particularly the Book of Enoch and the Zohar, and discuss why they are not considered reliable sources for Christian doctrine.

Furthermore – persons and teachings that refer to Metatron as being able to forgive sins is outright blasphemous –

No, an angel cannot forgive sins of mankind. In the Bible, forgiveness of sins is attributed solely to God and Jesus Christ. For example, in the Book of Acts, Peter says to Cornelius, “To him give all the prophets witness, that through his name whosoever believeth in him shall receive remission of sins” (Acts 10:43, KJV). Similarly, in the Book of John, Jesus says, “If ye forgive the sins of any, they are forgiven unto them; if ye retain the sins of any, they are retained” (John 20:23, KJV).

These passages suggest that forgiveness of sins is a power that is reserved for God and Jesus Christ alone. While angels may serve as messengers of God and play a role in His plan for salvation, they do not have the power to forgive sins on their own.

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