Angels Stories

Benjamin Franklin Quote, Angels

Flowers are the alphabet of angels whereby they write on the hills and fields mysterious truths.

Benjamin Franklin, Founding Father of the United States

Illustrations of angels on a cake; By Elvis Swift

The Story Behind the First Cake Made by an Angel

By Rick Hamlin, A. B. Curtiss3 min read

There was a taste of heaven in every bite of his mom’s go-to birthday cake.

An angel comforting Jesus before his arrest in the Garden of Gethsemane, by Carl Bloch, 1873. Credit: Alamy

Heaven-Sent Angels in Art

By The Editors1 min read

Enjoy these depictions of the moment an angel appeared to Jesus in the Garden of Gethsemane.

Illustration of an angel watering flowers; By Daniela Terrazzini

5 Inspiring Stories of Angelic Flowers

By The Editors6 min read

A special flowery delivery, a meaningful flower shop and a rainbow of zinnias all make up this compilation of touching stories.

An artist's rendering of an angel holding hearts; Illustration by Orlando Hoetzel

4 Heartwarming Valentine’s Day Stories

By The Editors6 min read

Heaven-sent signs, loving surprises and secret admirers—these divine stories show us the many kinds of love on Valentine’s Day.

Woman with her eyes closed in a field of purple flowers to celebrate lent

5 Biblical Ways to Celebrate Lent

By Rick Hamlin4 min read

Drawing inspiration for the season from Jesus’ 40 days in the wilderness

Illustration of a hand holding Valentine candy; By Gwenda Kaczor

A Box of Memories Brought Him Closer to His Late Wife

By Ted Stephenson5 min read

In the garage he found mementos that reminded him of moments—big and small—from their long and happy relationship.

Pink rose as a memorial gift on the ground outside

Editors’ Picks: Memorial Gifts to Honor a Deceased Loved One

By The Editors3 min read

Comfort your friends and family this holiday season with these meaningful gifts.

Favorite Advent Carols That Keep Christ in Christmas

By Rick Hamlin3 min read

Despite the shopping and busyness of the season, these beloved favorites keep the focus on Jesus.

Illustration of a man walking into a diner with an angel; By Giordano Poloni

Did He Encounter an Angel on the Highway?

By Diana L. Mesnard4 min read

He offered the stranger a ride and a meal, then the young man disappeared…

Illustration of an angel tree topper wish list; By Trina Dalziel

How a Handmade Tree Topper Solved Her Decorating Problems

By Kathryn Fairchild5 min read

The search was on for a new angel to sit atop the tree. Then her granddaughter came up with the perfect solution.

Christmas sweater; Photo Courtesy Celeste McCauley

Comforted by a Christmas Sweater in July

By Celeste McCauley3 min read

As she strolled through her Brooklyn neighborhood on a hot summer day, the over-the-top sweater reminded her that angels were near.