We know Jesus is greater than the angels because Scripture explicitly states that no angel has ever been called God's Son as He has.
Scripture affirms the superiority of Christ over the angels through various proclamations found in Hebrews 1. For instance, the writer poses rhetorical questions regarding whether God has ever addressed an angel as 'My Son' (Hebrews 1:5). This rhetorical device emphasizes that Jesus holds a unique position as the only begotten Son of God, contrasting with angels who are consistently referred to collectively. Furthermore, God commands angels to worship Christ, a clear indicator of His supreme authority (Hebrews 1:6). Such distinctions fortify our understanding that while angels serve important roles, they are ultimately inferior to Jesus, who is sovereign over all creation.
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