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What are angels like? How many kinds are there? Are mental disorders caused by their influence? Long favored by scholars, this classic has now been rewritten to give us accessible scriptural answers to our questions about the spirit world.
Synopsis
Contemporary society is fascinated by angels . . .
. . . but perceptions often fall short of reality--perceptions twisted to fit the agenda of New Age and other philosophies. Angels: Elect and Evil clearly presents answers based in Scripture.
Recently updated and expanded, this book presents a clear description of the angels and demons who exist under the power and authority of the almighty God. Angelology expert Dr. C. Fred Dickason carefully guides you through an examination of the spirit world--providing answers to some fascinating questions:
- What are angels like?
- What kinds are there?
- How do angels serve God and us?
- Are there evil angels?
- What power or dominion do demons have in our world?
This study will sharpen your understanding of the spirit battle we face every day. And it will reassure you that God prevails
About the Author
C. FRED DICKASON JR., (Th.D., Dallas Theological Seminary; B.S., Iowa State College) served on the faculty of the Moody Bible Institute for thirty-four years. He was professor and chairman of the theology department until his retirement in 1995. An author and lecturer on angelology and the spirit world, he counsels many who have been involved in the occult. Dr. Dickason is the author of Names of Angels, Demon Possession and the Christian, Angels: Elect and Evil, The Spirit of Grace, Angels: Studies in the Biblical Doctrine of Angels, and From Bondage To Freedom Studies in the Epistle to the Galatians. Dr. Dickason resides in Carol Stream, Illinois.
Table of Contents
Part 1 - The Angels of God
1. The Existence of Angels
2. The Origin of Angels
3. The Nature of Angels
4. The Position of Angels
5. Names, Classifications, and Abode
6. The Angel of Jehovah
7. Number, Organization, and Rank
8. The Ministry of Angels
9. Development and Destiny of Angels
10. Our Relationship with Angels
Part 2 - Satan and Demons
11. The Reality and Personality of Satan
12. Names of Satan
13. Original State and Fall of Satan
14. Satan's Present Character and Position
15. Satan's Present Power and Activity
16. The Reality of Demons
17. The Derivation of Demons
18. The Description of Demons
19. Duties of Demons
20. Domination by Demons
21. Distractions by Demons - the Occult
22. Defeat and Destiny of Satan and Demons
23. Defense of Believers Against Satan and Demons