The six Angelic visitations near the birth of Jesus:
Luke 1:8-20 An angel speaks to Zechariah
Luke 1:26-38 The angel Gabriel speaks to Mary
Matthew 1:18-25 An angel speaks to Joseph in a dream
Luke 2:8-15 An angel speaks to the shepherds
Matthew 2:13-15 An angel speaks to Joseph in a dream
Matthew 2:19-23 An angel speaks to Joseph in a dream
I. Who (or what) are angels?
II. What is their purpose?
III. Why are angels enlisted for service during the time of Christ’s birth?
IV. What does the ministry of angels during Advent teach us?