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According to testimonies from former members of the World Mission Society Church of God (WMSCOG) and internal video footage, Jang Gil-ja, revered as "God" by the church, reportedly encouraged members during an event held at the Okcheon Training Institute on her recent birthday. She was quoted as saying, “This year, we must go to heaven.” Some witnesses claim she also expressed her inner thoughts, saying, "If we don't go to heaven this year, Ahn Sahng-hong (the first leader of the church) would be disappointed."

"2024: The Year to Move to Heaven"

Insiders report that Jang Gil-ja has declared 2024 as “the year to move to heaven” and has been emphasizing this message to the congregation. This approach is said to mirror tactics previously employed by the church, where they combined specific years with symbolic interpretations to instill expectations among members.

One former member who recently left the church stated, “In 2004, they called it the year to move to heaven, and in 2006, they referred to it as the year to take off to heaven. They used such rhetoric at the beginning of each year to manipulate the congregation, but it was nothing more than wordplay meant to deceive us. Even now, many members fail to see through it.”

Changes in Doctrine and Hymns

In the past, the church sang hymns about Jang Gil-ja ascending to heaven together with the members. However, at some point, they altered the lyrics to remove references to this "ascension." Currently, the doctrine teaches that “Jang Gil-ja is God whether she lives or dies,” which has caused confusion and doubt even within the church.

Echoes of Ahn Sahng-hong's Legacy

Ahn Sahng-hong, the church’s founder, claimed that he would ascend to heaven alive alongside the congregation in 1988. However, his sudden death in 1985 threw the church into turmoil. Critics argue that Jang Gil-ja is likely to face a similar fate, following in Ahn’s footsteps.

“How Can a Mortal Ascend to Heaven?”

Former members criticize Jang Gil-ja, pointing out that she relies on medical support, chauffeurs, and substitute preachers to maintain her daily life. They sarcastically question, “How can someone who depends so heavily on others ascend to heaven?” Such remarks highlight the growing skepticism surrounding the church's eschatological claims.

Repeated Patterns and Unrealized Promises

The teachings and statements of Jang Gil-ja remain strikingly similar to those of 20 years ago. The practice of connecting years with symbolic interpretations to generate anticipation has been exposed by numerous former members. Nevertheless, many current followers seem unaware of the repeated patterns.

Jang Gil-ja’s claims of ascension and the shifts in church doctrine are shaking the trust in the World Mission Society Church of God. Will the members recognize these contradictions, or will they continue the cycle of unfulfilled expectations? Only time will reveal the answers.