Your Guardian Angel
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From the moment our very first breath, God gifted us a faithful companion for life: a guardian angel to walk beside us. They are with us from the moment of our birth and until we draw our last breath. These heavenly spirits are created by God specifically for us.
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To Guard and To Guide
Guardian angels are given the sacred duty of guiding and protecting us through the joys and trials of our earthly pilgrimage. Their superior intellect and strength flow directly from the Lord. From a young age, many of us are taught about our guardian angel. We may not be able to see them but they are always there. In fact, we're encouraged to turn to them daily.
Our Spiritual Protection
Our guardian angels unfailingly intercede for us, warding off spiritual dangers and inspiring us toward virtue. They are more than merely symbolic guardians. Above all, they are constant companions who continually present our needs before the throne of the Lord. By growing in devout awareness of the presence of our guardian angel, we open ourselves to receive the full effects of their heavenly aid and advocacy.
A Unique Gift for Us
Your "personal" angel is in the ninth, and are a part of the lowest choir of angels. However, this does not diminish the importance of this heavenly being. In the book of Matthew, Christ uttered these words, "See that you do not despise one of these little ones. For I tell you that their angels in heaven always see the face of my Father in heaven." Furthermore, Saint Basil the Great said, “Beside each believer stands an angel as protector and shepherd leading him to life.” Saint Thomas Aquinas echoed this sentiment by declaring "Each man has a guardian angel assigned to him."
Conclusion
There is great comforting in knowing that no matter where we go in the world and no matter how alone we feel we have a companion we can turn to. The Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 336) states, "From its beginning to death, human life is surrounded by their watchful care and intercession. . . Already here on earth the Christian life shares by faith in the blessed company of angels and men united in God."
Turn to your guardian angel today and ask them to intercede for you throughout the day. Guardian angels, pray for us!
