1. Fundamental Issues with Shincheonji Doctrine

Shincheonji doctrine disregards the fundamental principles and historical context of the Bible, instead relying on the arbitrary interpretations of its leader, Lee Man-hee. The Bible is divided into the Old and New Testaments, where the laws and history of Israel in the Old Testament prefigure Jesus Christ (Yehoshua) and the spiritual history of Israel. Shincheonji ignores this foundational biblical connection and creates doctrines disconnected from the consistent narrative of Scripture.

2. Misinterpretation of the Azazel Goat

Shincheonji claims that the Azazel goat in the Old Testament represents a "good shepherd." However, Scripture clearly indicates that the Azazel goat symbolizes sin and Satan, not a shepherd.

Biblical significance:

• Leviticus 16:26: The goat sent to Azazel bears the sins of Israel and is cast into the wilderness, representing sin and separation from God.
• Fulfillment in the heavenly sanctuary: The Day of Atonement rituals in the earthly sanctuary symbolized the heavenly reality. Jesus, as the High Priest, ascended to heaven to fulfill the Day of Atonement by casting Satan (Azazel) down to earth.

The Azazel goat represents Satan, who is ultimately judged and cast out. Shincheonji's misinterpretation of this goat as a "good shepherd" ignores the clear biblical context and distorts its meaning.

3. Errors in Shincheonji's Interpretation of Revelation

Shincheonji's teachings on Revelation are rooted in Lee Man-hee's personal imagination rather than biblical principles. To understand the prophecies in Revelation, one must first understand the sealed history of physical Israel described in the Book of Daniel.

Daniel’s significance:

• The Book of Daniel records the history of physical Israel from the liberation from Babylon to the establishment of the Hasmonean dynasty.
• This history forms the foundation for understanding the prophetic fulfillment in Revelation.

Shincheonji's issues:

• Ignoring the connection between Daniel and Revelation.
• Misinterpreting biblical prophecies without understanding the historical context of physical Israel.
• Taking verses out of context to create self-serving doctrines.

Ultimately, Shincheonji’s teachings on Revelation are speculative and unbiblical, stemming from Lee Man-hee’s subjective imagination.

4. Biblical Examination of Shincheonji Doctrine

When Shincheonji’s doctrines are examined through the lens of Scripture, their flaws become evident. The Bible must be interpreted in its overall historical and prophetic context, but Shincheonji disregards this principle.

• Azazel Goat: Representing Satan, yet misinterpreted by Shincheonji as a "good shepherd," exposing their lack of basic biblical understanding.
• Interpretation of Revelation: Disconnected from Daniel’s prophecies and biblical history, making Shincheonji’s teachings ungrounded and speculative.

5. Shincheonji's Proposal for Scriptural Debate

If Shincheonji’s doctrines are biblically sound, Lee Man-hee and his 12 tribe leaders should openly participate in a public scriptural debate to prove their claims. However, due to the weak biblical foundation of their teachings, their arguments are likely to collapse within minutes of scrutiny.

6. Parallels Between Shincheonji and WMSCOG

The World Mission Society Church of God (WMSCOG) shares striking similarities with Shincheonji:

• Kim Joo-cheol’s teachings: Like Shincheonji, the WMSCOG’s doctrines center around the unbiblical teachings of Ahn Sahng-hong.
• Cult-like structures: Both groups place their leaders at the center of their doctrines, ignoring the broader biblical narrative.

Conclusion: The Need for a Return to Bible-Centered Faith

Both Shincheonji and WMSCOG disregard the fundamental principles and overarching themes of the Bible, instead crafting arbitrary doctrines based on their leaders’ interpretations.

To discover the truth, one must understand:

1. The connection between the Old and New Testaments.
2. The fulfillment of laws and prophecies in Christ.
3. The proper context and interpretation of Scripture.

It is our mission to reveal biblical truth to those trapped in these false teachings and help them find freedom. Shincheonji and WMSCOG must return to a faith rooted in Scripture rather than human invention.