WMSCOG Doctrine & Beliefs

Core Theological Claims

The World Mission Society Church of God makes several distinctive theological claims that set it apart from mainstream Christianity:

“God the Mother” Doctrine

• Central belief in a female deity called “God the Mother”
• Zhang Gil-jah (Zahng Gil-jah) is claimed to be this divine figure
• Members believe salvation is impossible without acknowledging “God the Mother”
• Biblical justification attempted through allegorical interpretation of scripture

Ahn Sahng-hong as Christ

• Founder Ahn Sahng-hong is believed to be the Second Coming of Jesus Christ
• Despite his death in 1985, followers maintain his divine status
• His writings and teachings are considered sacred scripture
• Claims based on timing of his ministry and specific prophecy interpretations

End-Times Prophecy

• Original prophecy claimed the world would end in 1988
• After 1988 passed, teachings were reinterpreted and modified
• Continued emphasis on imminent end times to maintain urgency
• Members are taught they are the “144,000” mentioned in Revelation

Distinctive Practices

Sabbath Observance

• Saturday Sabbath worship mandatory for all members
• Specific ceremonies and rituals observed
• Used as distinguishing marker from mainstream Christianity

Passover and Biblical Festivals

• Emphasis on Old Testament festivals and ceremonies
• Modified versions of traditional Jewish observances
• Claims these practices are necessary for salvation

Baptism Requirements

• Specific baptismal requirements and ceremonies
• Multiple levels or types of baptism may be required
• Used as control mechanism and commitment ritual

Theological Inconsistencies

Scriptural Interpretation

• Heavy reliance on allegorical and symbolic interpretation
• Cherry-picking of verses to support predetermined doctrines
• Rejection of mainstream biblical scholarship and historical context

Prophetic Failures

• Failed 1988 prophecy never adequately addressed
• Continued date-setting despite repeated failures
• Reinterpretation of failed prophecies as “spiritual” fulfillments

Leadership Claims

• Divine claims about living leaders conflict with biblical warnings
• Worship directed toward human leaders rather than traditional Christian Trinity
• Claims of exclusive salvation through WMSCOG contradict broader Christian doctrine

This analysis provides detailed examination of WMSCOG doctrine. For source documents and primary materials, see the Sources archive.