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In Celestial Church of Christ, our prayer structure in CCC follows a specific pattern that includes calling upon the names of Jehovah, Jesus Christ, and the Holy Spirit. While some may question the inclusion of Archangel Michael in our prayers, it is important to understand the significance and purpose behind this practice.
When we call the name of Jehovah and Jesus Christ, they become the embodiment of the Holy Spirit. This is supported by 2nd Corinthians 13:17, which states that “the Lord is that Spirit: and where the Spirit of the Lord is, there is liberty.” Therefore, when we call upon the name of Jesus, the Spirit of the Lord is present.
Furthermore, Jesus Himself declared in John 4:24 that God is a Spirit, reinforcing the understanding that when we call upon Jehovah, the Trinity is already present.
Additionally, the role of angels is highlighted in Hebrews 1:14, which states that angels are ministering spirits sent to serve those who will inherit salvation. Archangel Michael, as the captain of the host of angels, has a specific role in the Celestial Church of Christ. His purpose is to ensure that there are no hindrances to our prayers. This is similar to the account in Daniel 10:13, where the king of Persia withstood the prayer of Daniel until Michael came to assist Gabriel in bringing the answer to Daniel’s prayer.
These practices and beliefs are specific to the Celestial Church of Christ. We have been charged before God, the Lord Jesus Christ, and the elect angels to observe these prayer structures, following the order that has been given to us (1st Timothy 5:21).
It is important to note that in our prayers, we do not worship or pray to angels. Instead, we acknowledge their role as part of the embodiment of the Spirit and seek their assistance in removing any hindrances to our prayers.
By understanding the reasoning behind our prayer structure in CCC, we can appreciate the unique practices of the Celestial Church of Christ and the spiritual significance they hold for our faith.
