Analysis of Shincheonji Lesson 95: “God’s Work at the End Time”

Using the Framework from “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims: Two Lenses, One Story”

Introduction

This analysis examines Shincheonji (SCJ) Lesson 95 through the biblical and discernment lenses developed in the 30-chapter series “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims: Two Lenses, One Story.” This lesson serves as a review before students take their intermediate test, reinforcing SCJ’s core doctrines about the “three promises” and establishing psychological dependency on the organization.

The lesson is particularly significant because it comes at a critical juncture—right before students transition to studying Revelation itself. This is when SCJ intensifies their indoctrination, using emotional manipulation, social pressure, and doctrinal repetition to solidify commitment before students discover the full extent of SCJ’s unique teachings.

For additional resources and detailed refutations of SCJ doctrine, please visit the Shincheonji Examination at closerlookinitiative.com.

Part 1: The “Yeast of Heaven” – Spiritual Elitism

SCJ’s Opening Statement

The lesson begins with what they call “Yeast of Heaven”:

“The pastors of the world on the outside of the city are full of the things of the world, commentaries, and their own thoughts. They do not know the righteousness that comes from God – rather they try to establish their own righteousness. Since they have not received anything from the heavens, they only speak of what they have seen on the earth. But we have received the Revealed Word Theology – that which no one else has been granted.”

Psychological Analysis

This opening statement demonstrates what Chapter 9 of “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims” identifies as “us vs. them” mentality—a classic cult indoctrination technique. Let’s break down the psychological manipulation:

1. Dehumanizing Language

• “Pastors of the world” = outsiders, not part of God’s work
• “Outside of the city” = spiritually homeless, lost
• “Full of the things of the world” = worldly, carnal, ungodly

2. Intellectual Superiority

• “They only speak of what they have seen on the earth”
• “We have received… that which no one else has been granted”
• Creates a sense of exclusive enlightenment

3. Spiritual Pride Disguised as Humility

• While claiming others “establish their own righteousness,” SCJ does exactly that by claiming exclusive understanding
• This is the very definition of self-righteousness

Biblical Response

Romans 10:2-3 – “For I can testify about them that they are zealous for God, but their zeal is not based on knowledge. Since they did not know the righteousness of God and sought to establish their own, they did not submit to God’s righteousness.”

Ironically, Paul is describing the Pharisees—religious leaders who believed they alone understood God’s ways and rejected Jesus because He didn’t fit their interpretations. SCJ exhibits the same pattern.

Proverbs 26:12 – “Do you see a person wise in their own eyes? There is more hope for a fool than for them.”

Proverbs 16:18 – “Pride goes before destruction, a haughty spirit before a fall.”

1 Corinthians 8:1-2 – “Knowledge puffs up while love builds up. Those who think they know something do not yet know as they ought to know.”

James 4:6 – “God opposes the proud but shows favor to the humble.”

The claim that only SCJ has “received anything from the heavens” is spiritual pride of the highest order.

Logical Problems

Question 1: If SCJ alone has received revelation from heaven, why did God wait 2,000 years to give this understanding to one organization in South Korea?

Question 2: How do we reconcile SCJ’s claim with Jesus’ promise that the Holy Spirit would guide all believers into truth (John 16:13)?

Question 3: If other pastors only speak “what they have seen on the earth,” how did the church survive and grow for 2,000 years before SCJ existed?

Question 4: Why would God make salvation dependent on joining one organization that most Christians have never heard of?

Part 2: The Emotional Manipulation Technique

The Celebration Story

The instructor shares an emotional story about a class that just finished, describing students “crying and laughing” and celebrating their completion. This is followed by statements like:

“I can’t wait until you get to experience the same… One day, very soon, you’ll be able to experience this too.”

Psychological Analysis

This technique is outlined in Chapter 11 of “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims” as “future pacing”—creating emotional anticipation for a future reward that’s contingent on continued compliance.

The Strategy:

1. Paint an attractive picture of celebration and belonging
2. Create FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) – “I can’t wait for you to experience this”
3. Establish conditions – You must “pass your test and do well in the next level”
4. Build anticipation – “Soon enough, you’ll finish the class too”

The Hook:

“If you want to be part of that celebration, make sure you pass your test and do well in the next level.”

This creates performance-based acceptance—your belonging is conditional on meeting their standards.

Biblical Contrast

Ephesians 2:8-9 – “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works, so that no one can boast.”

Romans 8:38-39 – “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

God’s acceptance is unconditional, not based on passing tests or completing courses.

The “Mount Zion” Carrot

The instructor mentions:

“The class that just finished has started doing worship service on Mount Zion officially. They found the mountain, glory to God for that and for them.”

This reveals that even after completing the course, students don’t immediately access “Mount Zion.” There are additional steps and requirements. This is a classic moving goalpost technique—once you reach one goal, another appears.

Part 3: The Testimony Manipulation

The “Too Busy” Story

The instructor shares a testimony about a student who initially thought she was “too busy” for the class but later felt “three times a week wasn’t enough.”

Psychological Analysis

This is what Chapter 13 of “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims” identifies as “transformation narrative”—using testimonies to:

1. Normalize initial resistance – “We all felt overwhelmed at first”
2. Show the ‘proper’ progression – From resistance to obsession
3. Create peer pressure – “This is how everyone should feel”
4. Redefine healthy boundaries – Making obsession seem spiritual

Red Flags

Healthy Spiritual Growth:

• Balanced life with work, family, rest, and worship
• Growing in love, joy, peace, patience (Galatians 5:22-23)
• Serving others and building relationships
• Maintaining healthy boundaries

Unhealthy Obsession:

• Neglecting responsibilities for religious activities
• Feeling guilty for not doing “enough”
• Isolation from non-group members
• Constant need for more teaching/validation

Ecclesiastes 3:1 – “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens.”

Mark 2:27 – “The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.”

Jesus valued rest, relationships, and balance. He withdrew to pray, spent time with friends, and attended celebrations.

The “Hunger and Thirst” Manipulation

The instructor uses Matthew 5:6 (“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness”) to suggest that students should “never have enough of studying the word.”

The Problem:

This verse is about desiring righteousness (right living, justice, holiness), not about obsessive study of one organization’s doctrines.

Biblical Hunger and Thirst:

• Psalm 42:1-2 – “As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God. My soul thirsts for God, for the living God.”
• Psalm 63:1 – “You, God, are my God, earnestly I seek you; I thirst for you, my whole being longs for you.”

This is about longing for God Himself, not for doctrinal knowledge or organizational belonging.

Jesus’ Warning:

Matthew 23:15 – “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You travel over land and sea to win a single convert, and when you have succeeded, you make them twice as much a child of hell as you are.”

The Pharisees were zealous for their teachings, but their zeal led people away from God, not toward Him.

Part 4: Refuting “Our Faith in Jesus”

SCJ’s Argument

The lesson asks, “Why do you believe in Jesus?” and suggests that the correct answer is “prophecy and fulfillment.” They then argue:

1. Everything Jesus did was “according to the scriptures”
2. People at the first coming couldn’t recognize Jesus because they misunderstood prophecy
3. Therefore, we need SCJ’s interpretation to avoid making the same mistake

The Bait and Switch

What’s Biblical:

• Jesus fulfilled Old Testament prophecies
• Understanding prophecy helps us recognize God’s work
• We should test teachings against Scripture

What’s SCJ’s Addition:

• Only their organization can correctly interpret prophecy
• Without their teaching, you’ll miss Jesus’ return
• Questioning their interpretation means you’re like the Pharisees

Biblical Response

1. The Prophecies About Jesus Were Clear

Yes, people struggled to accept Jesus, but not because the prophecies were too complex. The prophecies were remarkably specific:

Micah 5:2 – Born in Bethlehem ✓ Isaiah 7:14 – Born of a virgin ✓ Isaiah 53 – Suffering servant ✓ Psalm 22 – Crucifixion details ✓ Zechariah 9:9 – Entering Jerusalem on a donkey ✓

The problem wasn’t lack of information—it was spiritual blindness and hardness of heart.

2. Jesus Made His Identity Clear

John 10:37-38 – “Do not believe me unless I do the works of my Father. But if I do them, even though you do not believe me, believe the works, that you may know and understand that the Father is in me, and I in the Father.”

Luke 24:44-45 – “He said to them, ‘This is what I told you while I was still with you: Everything must be fulfilled that is written about me in the Law of Moses, the Prophets and the Psalms.’ Then he opened their minds so they could understand the Scriptures.”

Jesus Himself opened people’s minds to understand—not through an organizational hierarchy, but through direct revelation.

3. The Holy Spirit Teaches All Believers

John 14:26 – “But the Advocate, the Holy Spirit, whom the Father will send in my name, will teach you all things and will remind you of everything I have said to you.”

1 John 2:20, 27 – “But you have an anointing from the Holy One, and all of you know the truth… As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you.”

Every believer has access to the Holy Spirit’s teaching, not just one organization.

Part 5: Deconstructing the “Four Reasons” People Missed Jesus

SCJ’s Four Reasons:

1. Did not understand prophecy → could not realize the fulfillment
2. The name “Jesus” is not in the Scriptures
3. Knowledge of prophecies, but misunderstanding their true meaning
4. The Messiah that appeared was different than they expected

Analysis and Response

Reason 1: “Did not understand prophecy”

SCJ’s Implication: You need our organization to understand prophecy correctly.

Biblical Reality:

Acts 13:27 – “The people of Jerusalem and their rulers did not recognize Jesus, yet in condemning him they fulfilled the words of the prophets that are read every Sabbath.”

Why didn’t they recognize Him?

John 5:39-40 – “You study the Scriptures diligently because you think that in them you have eternal life. These are the very Scriptures that testify about me, yet you refuse to come to me to have life.”

The problem wasn’t lack of understanding—it was refusal to accept. They loved their traditions more than truth.

Matthew 13:14-15 – “In them is fulfilled the prophecy of Isaiah: ‘You will be ever hearing but never understanding; you will be ever seeing but never perceiving. For this people’s heart has become calloused; they hardly hear with their ears, and they have closed their eyes.'”

It was a heart problem, not an information problem.

Reason 2: “The name ‘Jesus’ is not in the Scriptures”

SCJ’s Implication: Just as “Jesus” wasn’t named in the Old Testament, their leader’s name isn’t in Revelation, but he’s still the fulfillment.

Biblical Reality:

This is a false parallel. Here’s why:

A. Jesus’ Identity Was Confirmed by:

1. Fulfillment of specific prophecies about His birth, life, death, and resurrection
2. Miraculous signs that authenticated His message (John 10:37-38)
3. Resurrection from the dead witnessed by hundreds (1 Corinthians 15:3-8)
4. The Father’s testimony at His baptism and transfiguration (Matthew 3:17, 17:5)
5. Transformation of disciples who died for their testimony

B. SCJ’s Leader Has:

1. No verifiable miraculous signs that authenticate his claims
2. No resurrection to prove divine appointment
3. No voice from heaven confirming his identity
4. Interpretations that contradict 2,000 years of Christian understanding
5. Failed prophecies about dates and events (see closerlookinitiative.com)

C. The Name Issue:

While “Jesus” (Greek: Ἰησοῦς, Iēsous) doesn’t appear in the Hebrew Old Testament, the meaning and identity were prophesied:

Isaiah 7:14 – “Immanuel” (God with us) Isaiah 9:6 – “Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace” Jeremiah 23:6 – “The LORD Our Righteous Savior”

Matthew 1:21 explains: “You are to give him the name Jesus, because he will save his people from their sins.”

“Jesus” is the Greek form of “Joshua” (Yeshua), meaning “The LORD saves.”

The name fulfilled the meaning of the prophecies.

D. Revelation Already Names the Key Figures:

Revelation 1:1 – “The revelation from Jesus Christ” Revelation 22:16 – “I, Jesus, have sent my angel” Revelation 19:13 – “His name is the Word of God” Revelation 19:16 – “KING OF KINGS AND LORD OF LORDS”

Revelation is about Jesus Christ, not about a Korean religious leader.

Reason 3: “Knowledge of prophecies, but misunderstanding their true meaning”

SCJ’s Implication: Without our teaching, you’ll misunderstand like the Pharisees did.

Biblical Reality:

The Pharisees’ Problem:

Matthew 23:23 – “Woe to you, teachers of the law and Pharisees, you hypocrites! You give a tenth of your spices—mint, dill and cumin. But you have neglected the more important matters of the law—justice, mercy and faithfulness.”

They focused on:

• External rituals over heart transformation
• Their traditions over God’s commands
• Their interpretations over God’s clear word
• Their authority over God’s authority

Sound familiar?

SCJ focuses on:

• Organizational membership over relationship with Christ
• Their interpretations over 2,000 years of Christian understanding
• Their leader’s authority over the Holy Spirit’s teaching
• Passing tests over spiritual fruit

Jesus’ Warning:

Matthew 15:8-9 – “These people honor me with their lips, but their hearts are far from me. They worship me in vain; their teachings are merely human rules.”

Who’s Really Misunderstanding?

2 Peter 1:20-21 – “Above all, you must understand that no prophecy of Scripture came about by the prophet’s own interpretation of things. For prophecy never had its origin in the human will, but prophets, though human, spoke from God as they were carried along by the Holy Spirit.”

If prophecy came by the Holy Spirit, shouldn’t interpretation also come by the Holy Spirit—who indwells all believers, not just one organization?

Reason 4: “The Messiah that appeared was different than they expected”

SCJ’s Implication: Just as Jesus didn’t match expectations, their leader doesn’t match yours, but you should accept him anyway.

Biblical Reality:

A. Jesus DID Match the Prophecies

The issue wasn’t that Jesus didn’t fulfill prophecy—He fulfilled it perfectly. The problem was that people had added their own expectations to God’s word:

What They Expected:

• Political/military messiah to overthrow Rome
• Immediate establishment of earthly kingdom
• Exaltation of Israel over other nations

What God Promised:

• Suffering servant (Isaiah 53)
• Spiritual kingdom (Daniel 2:44)
• Salvation for all nations (Isaiah 49:6)

Jesus matched God’s prophecies, not human additions.

B. SCJ’s Leader Doesn’t Match Biblical Prophecies

What the Bible Says About Christ’s Return:

Matthew 24:27 – “For as lightning that comes from the east is visible even in the west, so will be the coming of the Son of Man.”

Not secret, not hidden, not requiring special classes to understand.

Revelation 1:7 – “Look, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and all peoples on earth will mourn because of him.”

Visible to everyone, not just one organization.

1 Thessalonians 4:16-17 – “For the Lord himself will come down from heaven, with a loud command, with the voice of the archangel and with the trumpet call of God, and the dead in Christ will rise first. After that, we who are still alive and are left will be caught up together with them in the clouds to meet the Lord in the air.”

Unmistakable, supernatural event, not organizational membership.

C. The Difference Between Jesus and SCJ’s Claims:

Part 6: The “Acts 13:27” Manipulation

SCJ’s Use of This Verse

The lesson heavily emphasizes Acts 13:27:

“The people of Jerusalem and their rulers did not recognize Jesus, yet in condemning him they fulfilled the words of the prophets that are read every Sabbath.”

SCJ’s Implication: Just as people read prophecies every Sabbath but didn’t recognize Jesus, Christians today read Revelation every Sunday but don’t recognize its fulfillment through SCJ.

The Context They Ignore

Let’s read the full passage (Acts 13:26-31):

“Fellow children of Abraham and you God-fearing Gentiles, it is to us that this message of salvation has been sent. The people of Jerusalem and their rulers did not recognize Jesus, yet in condemning him they fulfilled the words of the prophets that are read every Sabbath. Though they found no proper ground for a death sentence, they asked Pilate to have him executed. When they had carried out all that was written about him, they took him down from the cross and laid him in a tomb. But God raised him from the dead, and for many days he was seen by those who had traveled with him from Galilee to Jerusalem. They are now his witnesses to our people.”

What This Passage Actually Teaches

1. The Evidence Was Clear

The passage doesn’t say people couldn’t understand the prophecies. It says they “did not recognize Jesus” despite the evidence. Why?

Acts 13:27 says they “condemned him”—this was a choice, not a lack of information.

2. The Proof Was the Resurrection

Acts 13:30-31 – “But God raised him from the dead, and for many days he was seen by those who had traveled with him from Galilee to Jerusalem. They are now his witnesses.”

The resurrection was the ultimate proof of Jesus’ identity. Has SCJ’s leader been raised from the dead? No.

3. The Message Was Public

The witnesses testified publicly. The message spread openly. There was no secret organization, no months-long indoctrination course, no hidden identity.

Acts 2:22 – “Fellow Israelites, listen to this: Jesus of Nazareth was a man accredited by God to you by miracles, wonders and signs, which God did among you through him, as you yourselves know.”

“As you yourselves know”—the evidence was public and verifiable.

The Real Parallel

If we’re going to use Acts 13:27 as a warning, here’s the proper application:

Just as the religious leaders of Jesus’ day:

• Claimed exclusive understanding of Scripture
• Added their own interpretations to God’s word
• Rejected what didn’t fit their system
• Led people away from the true Messiah

So today, organizations like SCJ:

• Claim exclusive understanding of Revelation
• Add their own interpretations to God’s word
• Reject 2,000 years of Christian testimony
• Lead people away from the true Christ

The warning cuts both ways.

Part 7: The “Jesus Wasn’t Educated” Argument

SCJ’s Argument

The lesson emphasizes that Jesus was:

• Son of a carpenter
• Not formally educated (John 7:15)
• Had no beauty (Isaiah 53:2-3)
• From despised Nazareth (John 1:46)

SCJ’s Implication: Don’t judge our leader by worldly standards like education or appearance. God uses “foolish things to shame the wise.”

Biblical Response

1. Jesus’ Credentials

While Jesus didn’t attend rabbinic schools, He was far from uneducated:

Luke 2:46-47 – “After three days they found him in the temple courts, sitting among the teachers, listening to them and asking them questions. Everyone who heard him was amazed at his understanding and his answers.”

At age 12, Jesus astonished religious scholars.

John 7:15-16 – “The Jews there were amazed and asked, ‘How did this man get such learning without having been taught?’ Jesus answered, ‘My teaching is not my own. It comes from the one who sent me.'”

Jesus’ teaching came directly from God—He was God incarnate (John 1:1, 14).

2. Jesus’ Authentication

Jesus didn’t ask people to accept Him based on lack of credentials. He provided evidence:

John 10:37-38 – “Do not believe me unless I do the works of my Father. But if I do them, even though you do not believe me, believe the works, that you may know and understand that the Father is in me, and I in the Father.”

John 14:11 – “Believe me when I say that I am in the Father and the Father is in me; or at least believe on the evidence of the works themselves.”

Jesus performed miracles, fulfilled prophecies, and rose from the dead. These authenticated His message.

3. The Apostles’ Credentials

Yes, the apostles were “unschooled, ordinary men” (Acts 4:13), but:

Acts 4:13 – “When they saw the courage of Peter and John and realized that they were unschooled, ordinary men, they were astonished and they took note that these men had been with Jesus.”

The authentication was that they had been with Jesus and demonstrated His power.

Acts 4:16 – “Everybody living in Jerusalem knows they have performed a notable sign, and we cannot deny it.”

Their message was authenticated by undeniable miracles.

4. The “Foolish Things” Principle

1 Corinthians 1:27-29 – “But God chose the foolish things of the world to shame the wise; God chose the weak things of the world to shame the strong. God chose the lowly things of this world and the despised things—and the things that are not—to nullify the things that are, so that no one may boast before him.”

This principle is about:

• Humility before God (not organizational pride)
• Dependence on God’s power (not human systems)
• Glory to God alone (not to a religious leader)

SCJ misapplies this principle:

• They boast about their “revealed word theology”
• They depend on their organizational structure
• They give glory to their leader

This is the opposite of 1 Corinthians 1:27-29.

The Real Question

If education doesn’t matter, why does SCJ require:

• 6-9 months of intensive classes?
• Passing multiple tests?
• Memorizing their specific interpretations?
• Demonstrating “maturity” through knowledge?

They claim education doesn’t matter, but their entire system is built on educational indoctrination.

Part 8: Refuting the “Three Promises” (Again)

Why the Repetition?

Chapter 14 of “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims” explains that repetition is a key indoctrination technique. By the time students reach Lesson 95, they’ve heard about the “three promises” multiple times:

• Lesson 94: Introduced the three promises
• Lesson 95: Reviews the three promises
• Future lessons: Will reference the three promises repeatedly

The goal: Make these concepts seem so familiar that students stop questioning them.

Quick Refutation Summary

Since we covered these extensively in the Lesson 94 analysis, here’s a brief summary:

1. “Promised Teaching” (New Song)

SCJ Claims: The “new song” is their exclusive teaching about Revelation’s fulfillment.

Biblical Reality: The new song is worship and praise to God for salvation through Christ (Revelation 5:9, 14:3). All believers can sing it because all believers are saved by grace through faith.

Key Verses:

• Psalm 40:3 – “He put a new song in my mouth, a hymn of praise to our God.”
• Revelation 5:9 – “And they sang a new song, saying: ‘You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.'”

2. “Promised Temple” (Mount Zion)

SCJ Claims: Mount Zion is their physical organization in South Korea.

Biblical Reality: Mount Zion represents all believers in Christ, the spiritual dwelling place of God.

Key Verses:

• Hebrews 12:22-24 – “But you have come to Mount Zion, to the city of the living God, the heavenly Jerusalem… to the church of the firstborn, whose names are written in heaven.”
• 1 Peter 2:4-5 – “As you come to him, the living Stone—rejected by humans but chosen by God and precious to him—you also, like living stones, are being built into a spiritual house to be a holy priesthood.”
• Ephesians 2:19-22 – “You are… members of his household, built on the foundation of the apostles and prophets, with Christ Jesus himself as the chief cornerstone.”

3. “Promised Pastor” (New John)

SCJ Claims: Their leader is the uniquely appointed “faithful and wise servant” who alone can explain Revelation.

Biblical Reality: All believers are called to be faithful servants. Jesus Christ is the only mediator between God and humanity.

Key Verses:

• 1 Timothy 2:5 – “For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus.”
• Matthew 23:8 – “But you are not to be called ‘Rabbi,’ for you have one Teacher, and you are all brothers.”
• 1 John 2:27 – “As for you, the anointing you received from him remains in you, and you do not need anyone to teach you.”

Part 9: The “Food at the Proper Time” Manipulation

SCJ’s Teaching

The lesson uses Matthew 24:45-47 to claim their leader is the “faithful and wise servant” giving “food at the proper time.” They then make a shocking statement:

“What if somebody says, ‘I don’t like the faithful and wise servant’? Well, then you have a problem with the master, because the master put him in charge… If somebody has a problem with the faithful and wise servant today, they actually have a problem with Jesus, who put that servant in charge.”

The Manipulation

This statement creates a false equivalence:

Questioning SCJ’s leader = Questioning Jesus

This is spiritual abuse—using God’s authority to shield human leaders from accountability.

Biblical Response

1. The Context of Matthew 24:45-47

Let’s read the full passage (Matthew 24:45-51):

“Who then is the faithful and wise servant, whom the master has put in charge of the servants in his household to give them their food at the proper time? It will be good for that servant whose master finds him doing so when he returns. Truly I tell you, he will put him in charge of all his possessions. But suppose that servant is wicked and says to himself, ‘My master is staying away a long time,’ and he then begins to beat his fellow servants and to eat and drink with drunkards. The master of that servant will come on a day when he does not expect him and at an hour he is not aware of. He will cut him to pieces and assign him a place with the hypocrites, where there will be weeping and gnashing of teeth.”

Key Points:

A. This is a Parable About Readiness

Jesus is teaching about being ready for His return, not prophesying about one specific person in the 21st century.

B. The “Servant” is Plural

In the parallel passage (Luke 12:42-48), Jesus uses plural language, indicating this applies to all Christian leaders.

C. The Warning is Against Abuse

The passage warns against servants who:

• Claim the master is “staying away a long time” (exactly what SCJ claims—that Jesus returned spiritually in 1966)
• “Beat their fellow servants” (spiritual abuse, controlling behavior)
• Act as if they own what belongs to the master (claiming exclusive authority)

D. The Servant Can Become Wicked

The passage explicitly warns that the servant can become wicked and face judgment. If SCJ’s leader is this servant, he’s accountable to the same warning.

2. Testing Leaders is Biblical

1 John 4:1 – “Dear friends, do not believe every spirit, but test the spirits to see whether they are from God, because many false prophets have gone out into the world.”

Acts 17:11 – “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 encouraged people to test his teaching!

Galatians 1:8 – “But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let them be under God’s curse!”

Paul said even if he himself preached a different gospel, he should be rejected. No human leader is above scrutiny.

3. Jesus Warned About False Claims

Matthew 24:23-26 – “At that time if anyone says to you, ‘Look, here is the Messiah!’ or, ‘There he is!’ do not believe it. For false messiahs and false prophets will appear and perform great signs and wonders to deceive, if possible, even the elect. See, I have told you ahead of time. So if anyone tells you, ‘There he is, out in the wilderness,’ do not go out; or, ‘Here he is, in the inner rooms,’ do not believe it.”

“Here he is, in the inner rooms”—like secret Bible study classes that require months of indoctrination before revealing the full teaching?

4. The Real “Food at the Proper Time”

John 6:35 – “Then Jesus declared, ‘I am the bread of life. Whoever comes to me will never go hungry, and whoever believes in me will never be thirsty.'”

The true food is Jesus Himself, not an organization’s doctrinal system.

Matthew 4:4 – “Jesus answered, ‘It is written: “Man shall not live on bread alone, but on every word that comes from the mouth of God.”‘”

Every word of God—the entire Bible—not just one organization’s interpretation.

Part 10: The “Do Not Go Beyond What Is Written” Irony

SCJ’s Statement

The lesson quotes 1 Corinthians 4:6:

“Do not go beyond what is written.”

They then warn against seeking answers online, saying:

“99.9% of the time, these answers are incorrect and go beyond what is written in the scriptures… Instead of sifting through 31,000 different links, go through the 31,000 verses of the Bible to find the answer there.”

The Irony

This is exactly what SCJ does! They go far beyond what is written by:

1. Adding organizational requirements to salvation
2. Claiming exclusive interpretation not found in Scripture
3. Identifying their leader as figures in Revelation without biblical basis
4. Spiritualizing literal passages and literalizing spiritual passages based on their system
5. Creating doctrines that contradict 2,000 years of Christian understanding

What “Do Not Go Beyond What Is Written” Actually Means

1 Corinthians 4:6 (full context, verses 1-7):

“This, then, is how you ought to regard us: as servants of Christ and as those entrusted with the mysteries God has revealed. Now it is required that those who have been given a trust must prove faithful. I care very little if I am judged by you or by any human court; indeed, I do not even judge myself. My conscience is clear, but that does not make me innocent. It is the Lord who judges me. Therefore judge nothing before the appointed time; wait until the Lord comes. He will bring to light what is hidden in darkness and will expose the motives of the heart. At that time each will receive their praise from God. Now, brothers and sisters, I have applied these things to myself and Apollos for your benefit, so that you may learn from us the meaning of the saying, ‘Do not go beyond what is written.’ Then you will not be puffed up in being a follower of one of us over against the other. Who makes you different from anyone else? What do you have that you did not receive? And if you did receive it, why do you boast as though you did not?”

Paul’s Point:

• Don’t elevate human leaders beyond what Scripture says
• Don’t create divisions by following one leader over another
• Don’t boast about special knowledge
• Remember that everything comes from God

SCJ violates every one of these principles.

Examples of SCJ “Going Beyond What Is Written”

1. The 144,000

What’s Written: Revelation 7:4-8 lists 12,000 from each of twelve specific Jewish tribes.

SCJ Goes Beyond: Claims these are members of their organization from all nations.

2. Mount Zion

What’s Written: Hebrews 12:22 says believers “have come to Mount Zion” (present tense, spiritual reality).

SCJ Goes Beyond: Claims it’s their physical organization that you must join.

3. The New Song

What’s Written: Revelation 5:9 says the new song is about Christ’s redemption: “You are worthy… because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation.”

SCJ Goes Beyond: Claims it’s their teaching system about Revelation’s fulfillment.

4. Eating the Scroll

What’s Written: Revelation 10:9-10 describes John eating a scroll as part of his prophetic commission (similar to Ezekiel 2:8-3:3).

SCJ Goes Beyond: Claims this represents their leader receiving exclusive understanding in the 20th century.

5. The Faithful and Wise Servant

What’s Written: Matthew 24:45-51 is a parable about all servants being ready for the master’s return.

SCJ Goes Beyond: Claims it’s a prophecy about their specific leader.

Part 11: The Test Manipulation

The Psychological Setup

The lesson ends by discussing the upcoming test, using 2 Corinthians 13:5:

“Examine yourselves to see whether you are in the faith. Test yourselves.”

The Manipulation

Biblical “Testing Yourself”:

• Examining your heart and motives
• Assessing your spiritual fruit (Galatians 5:22-23)
• Ensuring your faith is in Christ, not works
• Growing in love, humility, and service

SCJ’s “Testing Yourself”:

• Passing written exams on their doctrines
• Memorizing their interpretations
• Demonstrating “maturity” by accepting their teachings
• Proving loyalty to the organization

This transforms spiritual self-examination into academic performance.

The Two Types of Tests

The instructor mentions:

1. “Tests of our faith” (1 Peter 1:6-7)
2. “Tests of our knowledge (Sealing exams)”

The Problem:

1 Peter 1:6-7 is about trials that refine faith, not written exams:

“In all this you greatly rejoice, though now for a little while you may have had to suffer grief in all kinds of trials. These have come so that the proven genuineness of your faith—of greater worth than gold, which perishes even though refined by fire—may result in praise, glory and honor when Jesus Christ is revealed.”

This is about:

• Perseverance through suffering
• Faith refined by difficulty
• Character development
• Trust in God during hardship

Not about:

• Passing doctrinal exams
• Memorizing interpretations
• Demonstrating organizational loyalty
• Academic performance

The Financial Hardship Story

The instructor shares a testimony about having only $7 and choosing to attend class instead of staying home, then receiving $100 afterward.

The Implication: If you prioritize SCJ classes, God will provide financially.

The Problem:

1. This Creates False Expectations

Not everyone who prioritizes religious activities receives immediate financial rewards. This is prosperity gospel thinking.

2. This Manipulates Through Fear

The subtext is: “If you don’t prioritize our classes, God might not provide for you.”

3. This Misuses Matthew 6:33

Matthew 6:33 – “But seek first his kingdom and his righteousness, and all these things will be given to you as well.”

“Seeking God’s kingdom” means:

• Living righteously
• Loving God and others
• Serving those in need
• Growing in holiness

Not:

• Attending one organization’s classes
• Prioritizing doctrinal study over responsibilities
• Neglecting family or work for religious activities

4. This Ignores Biblical Balance

1 Timothy 5:8 – “Anyone who does not provide for their relatives, and especially for their own household, has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever.”

2 Thessalonians 3:10 – “The one who is unwilling to work shall not eat.”

Proverbs 6:6-8 – “Go to the ant, you sluggard; consider its ways and be wise! It has no commander, no overseer or ruler, yet it stores its provisions in summer and gathers its food at harvest.”

God values responsibility, diligence, and providing for one’s family—not religious obsession.

Part 12: The “Overcome Obstacles” Manipulation

The Car Breakdown Story

The instructor shares about someone whose car broke down but still made it to class, framing this as “overcoming” a test from God.

The Manipulation

The Message: Any obstacle to attending class is a “test from God” that you must overcome.

The Reality: Sometimes obstacles are:

• Natural consequences (cars break down)
• Legitimate priorities (family emergencies)
• Wisdom from God (rest when sick)
• Boundaries that should be respected

Not everything that hinders religious activity is a spiritual attack.

Biblical Wisdom

Ecclesiastes 3:1, 7 – “There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens… a time to be silent and a time to speak.”

Sometimes the wise choice is to stay home.

Luke 14:28 – “Suppose one of you wants to build a tower. Won’t you first sit down and estimate the cost to see if you have enough money to complete it?”

Jesus taught about counting the cost and making wise decisions.

Proverbs 14:15 – “The simple believe anything, but the prudent give thought to their steps.”

Wisdom means discerning between genuine spiritual calling and organizational pressure.

The Red Flags

When an organization teaches that you must:

• Overcome any obstacle to attend their meetings
• Sacrifice financial security for their classes
• Feel guilty for missing sessions
• Prioritize their schedule over family/work/health

This is spiritual abuse, not biblical faithfulness.

Healthy churches:

• Respect boundaries
• Encourage balance
• Support families
• Understand life circumstances
• Don’t manipulate through guilt

Part 13: The “Main Events of Revelation” Framework

SCJ’s Teaching

The lesson introduces “the main events/people of Revelation”:

1. Betrayal – The 7 Stars (Revelation 1:20)
2. Destruction – 7 Heads + 10 Horns (Revelation 13)
3. Salvation – Jesus (spirit) + Promised Pastor (flesh) (Revelation 22:8, 16)

The Problem

This framework is not found in Revelation. It’s an imposed structure that SCJ uses to:

1. Create a narrative that requires their interpretation
2. Identify their leader as essential to salvation
3. Explain away failed prophecies (the “betrayal” and “destruction” already happened, they claim)

What Revelation Actually Teaches

The Structure of Revelation:

Chapters 1-3: Letters to seven churches Chapters 4-5: Throne room vision Chapters 6-19: Judgments, conflicts, and Christ’s victory Chapters 20-22: Final judgment, new creation, eternal state

The Main Themes:

1. Christ’s sovereignty over history
2. Encouragement to persecuted believers
3. Warning against compromise and false teaching
4. Promise of Christ’s return and final victory
5. Hope of new heaven and new earth

The Main Message:

Revelation 1:7-8 – “Look, he is coming with the clouds, and every eye will see him, even those who pierced him; and all peoples on earth will mourn because of him. So shall it be! Amen. ‘I am the Alpha and the Omega,’ says the Lord God, ‘who is, and who was, and who is to come, the Almighty.'”

Revelation is about Jesus Christ’s ultimate victory, not about a Korean organization.

The “Betrayal, Destruction, Salvation” Framework Examined

1. “Betrayal” – The 7 Stars

SCJ Claims: The 7 stars represent pastors in their organization who betrayed.

Biblical Reality:

Revelation 1:20 – “The mystery of the seven stars that you saw in my right hand and of the seven lampstands is this: The seven stars are the angels of the seven churches, and the seven lampstands are the seven churches.”

The 7 stars are the “angels” (Greek: ἄγγελοι, angeloi) of the seven churches. This could mean:

• Literal angels assigned to the churches
• Human messengers/leaders of the churches
• The spiritual essence/character of the churches

Either way, these were first-century churches in Asia Minor, not a 20th-century Korean organization.

The letters to these churches (Revelation 2-3) contain:

• Specific commendations and criticisms
• Local references (e.g., “where Satan’s throne is” in Pergamum)
• Promises to those who “overcome”
• Warnings about specific false teachings of that time

These were real, historical churches, not coded references to SCJ.

2. “Destruction” – 7 Heads + 10 Horns

SCJ Claims: This represents entities that destroyed their organization.

Biblical Reality:

Revelation 13 describes two beasts:

• Beast from the sea (13:1-10): Political/governmental power opposing God
• Beast from the earth (13:11-18): False religious system supporting the first beast

Revelation 17:9-10 interprets the symbolism:

“This calls for a mind with wisdom. The seven heads are seven hills on which the woman sits. They are also seven kings. Five have fallen, one is, the other has not yet come; but when he does come, he must remain for a little while.”

Historical Context:

• Seven hills = Rome (known as the city on seven hills)
• Seven kings = Roman emperors
• Ten horns = Allied kingdoms/powers

This describes the Roman Empire and its persecution of Christians, not events in 20th-century Korea.

The Principle of Application:

• Primary meaning: Roman persecution of first-century church
• Secondary application: All governmental/religious systems that oppose God
• Not: Coded message about one organization’s internal conflicts

3. “Salvation” – Jesus (spirit) + Promised Pastor (flesh)

SCJ Claims: Salvation requires both Jesus (in spirit) and their leader (in flesh).

Biblical Reality:

This is heresy. It denies the sufficiency of Christ’s work and creates a human co-savior.

1 Timothy 2:5 – “For there is one God and one mediator between God and mankind, the man Christ Jesus.”

Acts 4:12 – “Salvation is found in no one else, for there is no other name under heaven given to mankind by which we must be saved.”

Hebrews 7:25 – “Therefore he is able to save completely those who come to God through him, because he always lives to intercede for them.”

John 14:6 – “Jesus answered, ‘I am the way and the truth and the life. No one comes to the Father except through me.'”

Jesus alone is sufficient for salvation. Any teaching that adds a human requirement is a false gospel.

Galatians 1:8-9 – “But even if we or an angel from heaven should preach a gospel other than the one we preached to you, let them be under God’s curse! As we have already said, so now I say again: If anybody is preaching to you a gospel other than what you accepted, let them be under God’s curse!”

Part 14: Psychological Analysis of the Lesson Structure

The Indoctrination Process

Chapter 15 of “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims” outlines how SCJ uses progressive indoctrination. This lesson demonstrates several techniques:

1. Social Proof

• “A class just finished and celebrated”
• “They were crying and laughing”
• “They’re worshiping on Mount Zion”
• Creates desire to be part of the “in group”

2. Future Pacing

• “Soon you’ll experience this too”
• “I can’t wait for you to have your own experience”
• Creates emotional investment in completing the course

3. Sunk Cost Fallacy

• “You’ve made it this far”
• “Many people have been praying for you”
• “Don’t give up now”
• Makes students feel they’ve invested too much to quit

4. Fear of Missing Out (FOMO)

• “If you want to be part of that celebration…”
• “Missing this time is to miss out on something tremendous”
• Creates anxiety about leaving

5. Isolation from Outside Input

• “99.9% of online answers are incorrect”
• “Pastors of the world don’t know the truth”
• “Only we have received from heaven”
• Cuts off alternative perspectives

6. Redefining Normal

• Obsession with study becomes “hunger and thirst”
• Questioning becomes “immaturity”
• Doubt becomes “wickedness”
• Acceptance becomes “maturity”

7. Performance-Based Acceptance

• Must pass tests to progress
• Must demonstrate “maturity”
• Must overcome obstacles
• Belonging is conditional

The Emotional Manipulation Cycle

Step 1: Create Inadequacy

• “Pastors don’t know the truth”
• “You were immature before”
• “You didn’t understand”

Step 2: Offer Solution

• “We have the revealed word”
• “You’re becoming mature”
• “You’re learning the truth”

Step 3: Establish Dependency

• “Only we can teach you”
• “You need our food”
• “Stay with us to reach Mount Zion”

Step 4: Reinforce Commitment

• “You’ve come so far”
• “Don’t give up now”
• “Overcome obstacles”

Step 5: Isolate from Alternatives

• “Other sources are wrong”
• “Don’t listen to critics”
• “Trust only us”

This is a classic cult indoctrination cycle.

Part 15: Red Flags Summary

Warning Signs in This Lesson

If you’re studying with SCJ, please consider these red flags:

1. Exclusive Claims

• ✗ “We have received… that which no one else has been granted”
• ✓ Biblical: The Holy Spirit teaches all believers (1 John 2:27)

2. Spiritual Elitism

• ✗ “Pastors of the world… do not know the righteousness that comes from God”
• ✓ Biblical: “Do not think of yourself more highly than you ought” (Romans 12:3)

3. Information Control

• ✗ “99.9% of online answers are incorrect”
• ✓ Biblical: “Test everything; hold fast what is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:21)

4. Emotional Manipulation

• ✗ Using celebration stories to create FOMO
• ✓ Biblical: “Each of you should give what you have decided in your heart to give, not reluctantly or under compulsion” (2 Corinthians 9:7)

5. Redefining Obsession as Spirituality

• ✗ “Three times a week wasn’t enough… wanted to study every day”
• ✓ Biblical: “There is a time for everything” (Ecclesiastes 3:1)

6. Leader Elevation

• ✗ “If you have a problem with the servant, you have a problem with Jesus”
• ✓ Biblical: “Test the spirits” (1 John 4:1), even apostles can be questioned (Acts 17:11)

7. Conditional Belonging

• ✗ “If you want to be part of that celebration, pass your test”
• ✓ Biblical: “Nothing can separate us from the love of God” (Romans 8:38-39)

8. Moving Goalposts

• ✗ Even after finishing, students must “find the mountain” to worship
• ✓ Biblical: “It is finished” (John 19:30) – Christ’s work is complete

9. Guilt Manipulation

• ✗ “Any obstacle is a test you must overcome”
• ✓ Biblical: “My yoke is easy and my burden is light” (Matthew 11:30)

10. False Gospel

• ✗ “Salvation = Jesus (spirit) + Promised Pastor (flesh)”
• ✓ Biblical: “Salvation is found in no one else” but Jesus (Acts 4:12)

Part 16: Questions to Ask Yourself

Discernment Questions

As outlined in Chapter 28 of “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims,” here are critical questions to consider:

1. About Authority:

• Does this teaching elevate a human leader to a position equal with Christ?
• Am I being told that questioning leadership means questioning God?
• Is there accountability for leaders, or are they above criticism?

Biblical Standard: “Test everything; hold fast what is good” (1 Thessalonians 5:21)

2. About Scripture:

• Are Bible verses being taken out of context to support predetermined conclusions?
• Does this interpretation contradict clear biblical teaching elsewhere?
• Am I being discouraged from consulting other biblical resources?

Biblical Standard: “The Bereans… examined the Scriptures every day to see if what Paul said was true” (Acts 17:11)

3. About Salvation:

• Is my salvation presented as dependent on organizational membership?
• Am I told that leaving means losing salvation?
• Is salvation by grace through faith alone, or are there added requirements?

Biblical Standard: “For it is by grace you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God—not by works” (Ephesians 2:8-9)

4. About Control:

• Am I being isolated from family, friends, or other Christians?
• Is my time increasingly consumed by organizational activities?
• Do I feel guilty when I can’t attend or when I question teachings?

Biblical Standard: “It is for freedom that Christ has set us free” (Galatians 5:1)

5. About Fruit:

• Is this teaching producing love, joy, peace, and patience in my life?
• Am I becoming more judgmental of other Christians?
• Am I experiencing anxiety, fear, or exhaustion?

Biblical Standard: “By their fruit you will recognize them” (Matthew 7:16)

6. About Jesus:

• Is Jesus Christ central, or is the focus on an organization/leader?
• Am I growing in love for Jesus, or in loyalty to a group?
• Is Christ’s work on the cross presented as sufficient, or incomplete?

Biblical Standard: “For no one can lay any foundation other than the one already laid, which is Jesus Christ” (1 Corinthians 3:11)

Part 17: The True Gospel vs. SCJ’s Gospel

A Clear Comparison

2 Corinthians 11:3-4 – “But I am afraid that just as Eve was deceived by the serpent’s cunning, your minds may somehow be led astray from your sincere and pure devotion to Christ. For if someone comes to you and preaches a Jesus other than the Jesus we preached, or if you receive a different spirit from the Spirit you received, or a different gospel from the one you accepted, you put up with it easily enough.”

SCJ preaches a different Jesus, a different spirit, and a different gospel.

Part 18: A Word of Hope and Freedom

If You’re Currently Studying with SCJ

1. Your Doubts Are Valid

If something feels wrong, trust that instinct. The Holy Spirit may be warning you.

John 16:13 – “But when he, the Spirit of truth, comes, he will guide you into all the truth.”

2. You’re Not “Immature” for Questioning

True maturity includes discernment and critical thinking.

Hebrews 5:14 – “But solid food is for the mature, who by constant use have trained themselves to distinguish good from evil.”

3. You Can Leave

You’re not trapped. You don’t owe them your loyalty. God’s love for you is not conditional on staying.

John 8:36 – “So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.”

4. You Won’t Lose Your Salvation

Salvation is in Christ alone, not in organizational membership.

Romans 8:38-39 – “For I am convinced that neither death nor life, neither angels nor demons, neither the present nor the future, nor any powers, neither height nor depth, nor anything else in all creation, will be able to separate us from the love of God that is in Christ Jesus our Lord.”

5. There Are People Who Can Help

• Former members who understand your experience
• Biblical counselors who can help you process
• Churches that will welcome you without judgment
• Resources at closerlookinitiative.com

6. God Loves You

Your worth is not based on:

• Passing tests
• Understanding complex doctrines
• Organizational membership
• Performance or knowledge

Your worth is based on being created in God’s image and loved by Him.

1 John 3:1 – “See what great love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! And that is what we are!”

Part 19: For Family and Friends

If Someone You Love Is Studying with SCJ

1. Don’t Panic

Your loved one is not lost. God is bigger than any organization.

2. Stay Connected

Don’t cut off relationship, even if they’re pulling away. Be a consistent presence of love.

3. Ask Questions Gently

Instead of attacking, ask thoughtful questions:

• “What do you find most compelling about what you’re learning?”
• “How does this compare to what the Bible says?”
• “Do you feel free to question or disagree?”

4. Share Your Concerns

Use “I” statements:

• “I’m concerned because…”
• “I notice that…”
• “I feel worried when…”

5. Pray

Prayer is powerful. Pray for:

• Spiritual discernment
• Protection from deception
• Open eyes and hearts
• Wisdom for you in how to help

6. Get Support

Connect with:

• Others who have loved ones in SCJ
• Resources at closerlookinitiative.com
• Your church community
• Professional counselors if needed

7. Remember the Timeline

Most people don’t leave immediately when concerns are raised. Plant seeds of truth and trust God to water them.

Conclusion: The Real “Work of God at the End Time”

What Is God Really Doing?

John 6:28-29 – “Then they asked him, ‘What must we do to do the works God requires?’ Jesus answered, ‘The work of God is this: to believe in the one he has sent.'”

The work of God is to believe in Jesus Christ—not to join an organization, pass tests, or follow a human leader.

God’s True Work at the End Time:

1. Calling People to Himself

2 Peter 3:9 – “The Lord is not slow in keeping his promise, as some understand slowness. Instead he is patient with you, not wanting anyone to perish, but everyone to come to repentance.”

2. Building His Church

Matthew 16:18 – “And I tell you that you are Peter, and on this rock I will build my church, and the gates of Hades will not overcome it.”

3. Preparing for Christ’s Return

1 Thessalonians 5:23-24 – “May God himself, the God of peace, sanctify you through and through. May your whole spirit, soul and body be kept blameless at the coming of our Lord Jesus Christ. The one who calls you is faithful, and he will do it.”

4. Transforming Believers

2 Corinthians 3:18 – “And we all, who with unveiled faces contemplate the Lord’s glory, are being transformed into his image with ever-increasing glory, which comes from the Lord, who is the Spirit.”

5. Spreading the Gospel

Matthew 24:14 – “And this gospel of the kingdom will be preached in the whole world as a testimony to all nations, and then the end will come.”

God’s work doesn’t require:

• Secret organizations
• Months of indoctrination
• Exclusive interpretations
• Human mediators
• Performance-based acceptance

God’s work requires:

• Faith in Jesus Christ
• Surrender to the Holy Spirit
• Love for God and others
• Obedience to Scripture
• Hope in Christ’s return

Final Thoughts

This lesson from Shincheonji reveals their sophisticated indoctrination techniques while claiming to simply teach the Bible. As discussed throughout “Testing Shincheonji’s Claims: Two Lenses, One Story,” the key to freedom is:

1. Know the true Gospel – Salvation by grace through faith in Christ alone
2. Test everything against Scripture – In context, not isolated verses
3. Recognize manipulation – Emotional pressure, information control, leader elevation
4. Trust the Holy Spirit – He guides all believers, not just one organization
5. Stay connected to the body of Christ – The worldwide church, not one group

The true “new song” isn’t a secret teaching system—it’s the timeless gospel of Jesus Christ:

Revelation 5:9-10 – “And they sang a new song, saying: ‘You are worthy to take the scroll and to open its seals, because you were slain, and with your blood you purchased for God persons from every tribe and language and people and nation. You have made them to be a kingdom and priests to serve our God, and they will reign on the earth.'”

This song is for all believers, not just one organization.

Additional Resources

For more detailed examination of Shincheonji doctrine, testimonies from former members, and support for those leaving or helping loved ones leave, please visit:

Shincheonji Examination at closerlookinitiative.com

“So if the Son sets you free, you will be free indeed.” (John 8:36)

May the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ, the love of God, and the fellowship of the Holy Spirit be with you all. (2 Corinthians 13:14)