10 And I fell at his feet to worship him. But he said to me, “See that you do not do that! I am your fellow servant, and of your brethren who have the testimony of Jesus. Worship God! For the testimony of Jesus is the spirit of prophecy.”

A. John began to worship the angel bringing this announcement. The angel instructs John to get up. Angels are not to be worshipped. They worship God. So should we.

B. Cornelius began to worship Peter. He was told to stand up. Peter is also a man. (Acts 10:26) Our Lord is God and we are to worship Him only.

C. The angel here is also a fellow servant, along with the brethren. (See 1:9)

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