1. The Claims of the World Mission Society Church of God: Ahn Sahng-hong and the Significance of 1948
The World Mission Society Church of God (WMSCOG) venerates Ahn Sahng-hong as the Second Coming Christ, based on the following assertions:

• They interpret the parable of the fig tree as a prophecy of Israel’s independence in 1948, signaling the Second Coming.
• Ahn Sahng-hong allegedly received baptism in 1948 at the age of 30, fulfilling the prophecy of David's throne.
• They claim Ahn Sahng-hong restored the Passover, opening the way to eternal life.

However, these claims reveal numerous biblical, historical, and logical contradictions.

2. The Facts and Contradictions Regarding Ahn Sahng-hong’s Baptism
2.1. Lack of Baptism Records

• According to Seventh-day Adventist baptismal records, Ahn Sahng-hong was not baptized in 1948.
• The actual records indicate that he was baptized in 1954 at Haeundae Church in Busan by Pastor Kim Seok-young.
• The WMSCOG’s claim involving Pastor Lee Myung-deok as the officiant is unsubstantiated; this individual does not exist within the Adventist Church.

2.2. Impractical Baptism Site

• The WMSCOG asserts that Ahn Sahng-hong was baptized at Nakseom Island, Incheon, in 1948.
• Nakseom was an uninhabited island requiring a 30-minute boat ride at that time, making the claim of conducting a baptism ceremony there highly implausible.

3. Misinterpretation of David's Throne and Gospel Proclamation
3.1. Misunderstanding of the Davidic Prophecy

• The WMSCOG claims that Jesus fulfilled three years of David's 40-year reign during His ministry, leaving 37 years to be completed by Ahn Sahng-hong.
• This interpretation distorts the biblical context of David's throne, which symbolizes Jesus Christ’s eternal reign rather than a literal numerical fulfillment.

3.2. Inconsistencies in Ahn Sahng-hong’s Gospel Ministry

• According to his handwritten sermon notes, Ahn Sahng-hong stated that he began understanding the truth in 1951.
• The restoration of the Passover, attributed to him, reportedly occurred in 1964.
• The claim that he began preaching the gospel in 1948 contradicts these timelines.

4. The Passover and the Last Supper: Different Days
4.1. The Structure of the Jewish Calendar

• According to Jewish reckoning, Passover (14th of Nisan) begins at sunset on the evening of Nisan 14.
• Jesus held the Last Supper with His disciples on the evening of Nisan 13 (the start of Nisan 14) and died on the cross at 3 p.m. on Nisan 14.
• The Jews observed the Passover meal on the evening of Nisan 14 (start of Nisan 15).

4.2. Discrepancy in Ahn Sahng-hong’s Interpretation

• Ahn Sahng-hong’s claim that the Last Supper and Passover occurred on the same day contradicts both the biblical narrative and Jewish historical records.

5. Israel’s Independence and the Fig Tree Parable
5.1. Misinterpretation of the Fig Tree

• The WMSCOG interprets the fig tree as Israel, linking its independence in 1948 to the fulfillment of biblical prophecy.
• However, Jesus cursed the fig tree, symbolizing Israel’s spiritual barrenness and eternal judgment.
  • Matthew 21:19: “May you never bear fruit again!”

5.2. Incomplete Fulfillment Without the Temple

• Israel was a nation centered around the Temple.
• Without the restoration of the Temple, Israel’s independence cannot be considered a complete fulfillment of biblical prophecy.

6. Conclusion: Evaluating the WMSCOG’s Claims
6.1. Manipulation of Baptism Records

• Ahn Sahng-hong’s alleged baptism in 1948 is contradicted by documented records, undermining the WMSCOG’s credibility.

6.2. Misunderstanding of Davidic Prophecy

• The Davidic prophecy symbolizes Jesus Christ’s eternal reign and is unrelated to completing a specific duration of years.

6.3. Confusion Between the Last Supper and Passover

• The Last Supper and Passover occurred on different days, exposing errors in Ahn Sahng-hong’s interpretation.

6.4. Misuse of the Fig Tree Parable

• The fig tree parable signifies Israel’s judgment, not its political restoration in 1948.

Comprehensive Conclusion
The WMSCOG’s teachings contain historical, biblical, and logical inconsistencies. Their doctrines lack theological validity and misinterpret foundational biblical truths. A correct understanding of Scripture is essential to discern and follow God’s truth.