Week 6: Ambiguous Figures
IN THIS LESSON
Ambiguous Figures
In this lesson we will look at some interesting figures in Scripture. It is not always easy to determine what is and is not a celestial being. Some of the figures covered will attempt to cover are the Angel of the Lord, the Sons of God, Elders in Heaven, the King of Tyre, the Assyrian, etc.
Homework
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Briefly explain the challenge in identifying the Twenty-Four Elders in heaven. (This is not a position paper! You don’t have to take a position. I am looking to see that you understand the various views and reasons for them).
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Briefly explain the challenge in identifying the Sons of God in heaven. (This is not a position paper! You don’t have to take a position. I am looking to see that you understand the various views and reasons for them).
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Briefly explain why the Angel of the Lord must be a member of the Godhead and not an angel. (Hint: see Revelation 22:8–9)
