I believe that human interest in angels is part of an on-going effort to find peace and hope. It is evidence that there is more to creation than what we see with our physical eyes. It is also one way the invisible hand of the Divine demonstrates love for us. When we are receptive to help in any form, we open ourselves and experience magical moments. We can also experience very high and subtle levels of interaction from celestial beings in visions, dreams and in some cases, out of body moments.

The subtle worlds can be a distraction if it becomes your focus. Some people become ensnared in the pleasure or the flattery. Although the experiences give us hope and make us feel loved, don't go overboard in your enthusiasm. I feel the middle path is best. I suggest this because our purpose in the flesh is to be responsible, evolve and to develop a desire for balance and perfection. Perfection in my way of thinking is merging the higher Nature with the lower nature. The higher Nature ideally is what needs to be in control. It is not visions and occult experiences that we must cultivate. If we become attached to admiration of the invisible life, we might become complacent regarding our own spiritual growth.

At the same time, pay attention and notice your dreams or premonitions. Do you hear voices giving you words of encouragement or perhaps feel or sense an invisible support around you? When I was struggling to find the right title for my latest book, Be-Embracing the Mystery, a booming Voice said the title, 'BE'. I was alone at the time. I used the suggestion and added three words. Believe in these experiences. Celestial help exists all around us. By accepting this fact and opening our spiritual senses, we become aware of the subtle dimensions. It is important to develop discernment and reach a place in mind where we understand what is important in our development and what is a distraction along the way. The supernatural is fascinating but our own developed love for God and evolving faith is what matters. Depend on your faith and the Lord will find a way to touch you.

You do not have to be a member of a church or actually believe in angels to experience them. Years ago, I read a story about a group of communists who had a similar experience in 1985. A Russian Space Scientist defected and told what happened to six cosmonauts aboard the Soyus 7 space station. The Russian cosmonauts had been orbiting earth for an incredible 155 days when a band of angels miraculously appeared outside of their space craft. Three of the Russian scientists were working on routine medical experiments when suddenly they were blinded by a brilliant orange light from outside the orbiting laboratory. The scientists saw seven giant figures in the form of humans, but with wings and mistlike halos. They appeared to be hundreds of feet tall with a wingspan as great as a jetliner. That is impressive! The angels I see never have wings. The angels remained for approximately ten minutes smiling at the stunned Soviets. Convinced they had been hallucinating, the trio kept the amazing sighting to themselves. Twelve days later, something else happened. A group of seven giant figures identical to the other visitors paid them a visit. This time three more of the atheistic scientists witnessed the incredible sight.

Angels are here whether we believe it or not. They guide, guard, warn, comfort, teach, heal or simply serve as a friend. They may appear to be humanlike or as radiant flashes of light, a soft or unseen touch or as a Voice who may speak to us in times of crisis.

The evidence clearly shows that angels are here because we are loved. They treat us in the way humans need to treat each other. There have been times when I have felt lonely and my hand is actually touched or my cheek gently stroked. Some people only sense their presence and in rare moments receive their caring thoughts when they are embroiled in a crisis. I have seen angels as huge glorious beings standing well above the ceiling. I am always amazed by their beauty and youthfulness. They have also appeared as brilliant flashes of Light. I have one angel who wears a gown of brilliant blue. She loves to dance. Dancing is a way to demonstrate the joy and freedom that she feels for God and for life. It could also be a way of suggesting that we can be happy and free.