Angels, serving as heavenly bodyguards, did not intervene during the Messiah's crucifixion. Despite the strong temptation to act, they remained silent and inactive. This was not due to a lack of power, but because it was crucial to let God's plan unfold without disruption.
In the same way, we often face situations where our natural inclination is to intervene, to 'fix' things, or to prevent perceived harm. However, true wisdom lies in discerning when to act and when to stay our hand, trusting in God's greater plan. Just as the angels did at the crucifixion, we too are called to exercise restraint when our intervention would serve to derail what God is orchestrating, even if we don't fully understand it at the time.
It's a profound lesson in humility and faith. The angels, in their perfect obedience, provide a powerful example for us. They could have easily stopped the crucifixion, yet they chose to submit to God's will, understanding the necessity of the Messiah's sacrifice for the redemption of humanity. This act of self-restraint was fueled not by weakness, but by a deep-seated trust in God's goodness and the certainty of His promises.
Similarly, we are often called to a similar path of trust and obedience. It's about recognizing that we are not the authors of our stories and that we don't always have the full picture. Our role is not to control the narrative, but to faithfully play our part in the story that God is writing. This requires us to lean not on our own understanding, but on God's unchanging character and His perfect love for us.