Covenant Podcast The Angel of the LORD with Ben Carlson
Jun 24, 2025
Join Pastor Ben Carlson, a distinguished leader from Grace Reformed Baptist Church, as he unpacks the intriguing concept of the Angel of the LORD in the Old Testament. He explores why this figure may be a pre-incarnate Jesus, highlighting pivotal moments like the burning bush and encounters with Gideon. The discussion delves into themes of divine intervention, God's desire for closeness with humanity, and the rich tapestry of scripture that foreshadows the incarnation. You'll also gain practical insights into deepening faith through community and theological resources.
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Unique Divine Angel of the Lord
- The angel of the Lord in the Old Testament is a unique, divine messenger who is both distinct from God and yet identified as God himself.
- This figure serves as the visible manifestation of God on earth during key moments in Israel's history.
Angel's Pivotal Old Testament Roles
- The angel of the Lord appears throughout the Old Testament, from Genesis with Hagar to the book of Malachi, acting as God's agent in pivotal events.
- He plays crucial roles in redemption, judgment, and revelation, often in a human-like, warrior form.
Angel Is Pre-incarnate Christ
- The angel of the Lord is personally distinct from Yahweh yet is identified as Yahweh, showing unity of essence with distinction of persons.
- This paradox is best understood as the pre-incarnate appearance of Jesus Christ, the second person of the Trinity.