Angelos, the word translated “angel,” also means “messenger” and is referring to the pastors, the leaders of the seven churches. Why are they likened to stars? Because according to Daniel 12, those who turn many to righteousness will shine as stars forever. Truly, once you start sharing your faith, once you start reflecting the goodness and grace of God, there will be a radiance about you that will draw others to your Savior. Try it and see!
The keys of hell and death are not to lock people up but to set people free. “I can get you out of
your damnable, hellish situation if you’ll let Me,” Jesus says. “I can save you from hell eternally
if you’ll receive Me. My desire is to set you free” (see Luke 4:18). The Lord holds the keys to
that which is imprisoning you, gang. Let this One with the eyes of a warm fire set you free
