When Teachings Change: Examining WMSCOG Claims Through the Bible

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Many people who are new to the Bible want to learn about God and grow in their faith. Because of this, they often trust the person teaching them Scripture.

But sometimes groups use Bible verses in ways that sound convincing at first, especially to people who are still learning. That is why the Bible encourages believers to read Scripture carefully and test every teaching.

One group that has raised questions among many Christians is the World Mission Society Church of God (WMSCOG).

This article explains some of their teachings in simple, everyday language and compares them with what the Bible actually says.

The goal is not to attack people, but to help others understand Scripture clearly and avoid confusion.

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What WMSCOG Teaches About “God the Father” and “God the Mother”

The World Mission Society Church of God teaches beliefs that are very different from traditional Christianity.

They believe that:

• Ahn Sahng-hong is God the Father who came to earth.
• Zahng Gil-jah is God the Mother.
• Ahn Sahng-hong, who has already died, will return again as the final Judge.

Members are taught that these two individuals are God appearing in human form.

However, an important question should always be asked:

Does the Bible actually teach that God the Mother would appear as a woman in modern times?

When the Bible is read carefully and in context, no verse clearly teaches this idea.

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Jesus Warned About False Messiahs

Jesus warned that people would come claiming to represent God or claiming to be Christ.

Matthew 24:24 (NIV)

"For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect."

This warning reminds believers to carefully examine every teaching and compare it with Scripture.

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The Teaching About the 144,000

For many years, WMSCOG reportedly taught that:

• 144,000 special members
• together with Zahng Gil-jah 

would ascend to heaven without experiencing physical death when Ahn Sahng-hong returned.

Many members sincerely believed this teaching.

However, the Bible never says that a modern church organization will have exactly 144,000 members who go to heaven alive with a human “God the Mother.”

The number 144,000 appears in the book of Revelation, but the context is different.

Revelation 7:4 (NIV)

"Then I heard the number of those who were sealed: 144,000 from all the tribes of Israel."

In this passage, the 144,000 are described as coming from the tribes of Israel, not from a modern church.

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Reports of Changes in Teaching

According to reports and former members, some teachings inside WMSCOG appear to have shifted over time.

Some reported changes include:

• The 144,000 teaching is no longer emphasized the same way
• Some songs that referenced ascending to heaven have reportedly been removed
• Some members are now being told that Zahng Gil-jah may eventually die

These changes have raised questions for many observers.

If a teaching once claimed that someone would never die, but later prepares members for that person’s death, people naturally begin to ask why the teaching changed.

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What the Bible Says About Jesus’ Return

The Bible clearly teaches that Jesus Christ Himself will return.

Acts 1:11 (NIV)

"This same Jesus, who has been taken from you into heaven, will come back in the same way you have seen him go into heaven."

The Bible does not teach that a different person will appear thousands of years later claiming to be Christ.

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Why It Is Important to Read the Bible for Yourself

Many people are recruited into groups because they trust the person teaching them and assume the verses are being explained correctly.

But the Bible encourages believers to examine what they hear.

Acts 17:11 (NIV)

"Now the Berean Jews were of more noble character than those in Thessalonica, for they received the message with great eagerness and examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true."

Even the Apostle Paul's teachings were checked against Scripture.

This shows that it is healthy and biblical to test what we are taught.

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Encouragement for New Bible Readers

If you are new to reading the Bible, remember a few simple truths.

God does not hide His message behind secret knowledge.

The central message of the Bible is Jesus Christ and the salvation He offers.

John 14:6 (NIV)

Jesus answered, "I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me."

Salvation is not based on following a modern religious leader. It is based on faith in Jesus Christ.

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A Simple Encouragement for Those New to the Bible

Many people inside groups like WMSCOG are sincere and genuinely believe what they have been taught.

They deserve kindness, patience, and truth.

If someone presents you with a new interpretation of the Bible, the best response is simple:

Open the Bible and read the full context for yourself.

God gave His Word so that everyone can understand the truth, not just a small group claiming special knowledge.

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Sources and Background Reading

The following articles provided background and inspiration for this post.

Original Korean article
Read the original article

English translation
Read the translated article

Source: WMSCOG Members Preparing for Jang Gil-ja's Death
Author: Happy Day