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Shincheonji Jeonju Church Holds Seminar on “Restoring the Light in the Bible”

In commemoration of Korea’s Liberation Day, Shincheonji Church of Jesus, Temple of the Tabernacle of the Testimony, Thomas Tribe, Jeonju Church (led by Tribe Leader Kwak Jong-ryeol) hosted a special Bible seminar under the theme “Liberation: Restoring the Light.”

The event drew around 1,500 participants both on- and offline, combining traditional cultural performances, interactive booths, and a two-hour lecture centered on the Bible.

Beyond Liberation Day: The Meaning of Spiritual Restoration

While Liberation Day in Korea primarily honors national freedom and sacrifice, the seminar explored how the concept of “restoring the light” appears in Scripture.

The central question of the lecture was:
“If God exists, why is the world still filled with evil and suffering?”

The speaker explained that the Bible testifies not only to the existence of a good and righteous God, but also records the deception of Satan. Human suffering, they noted, stems from sin and temptation—but God’s will is for all people to understand the truth and receive salvation.

“God gave humanity free will, and salvation or judgment depends on that choice,” the lecturer said.
“To know the true God, it is essential to understand biblical prophecy and its fulfillment. In particular, correctly grasping the book of Revelation is the core of faith.”


A Dialogue Through Scripture

Following the lecture, participants were invited to a Q&A session. One attendee asked, “What is the role of a believer amid the suffering of the world?”
The speaker responded with Scripture, emphasizing that the mission of faith is to discover wisdom that allows one to remain a light even in hardship.

The answer drew applause from the audience.

Participants Share Their Impressions

Many attendees expressed gratitude for the clear, structured teaching.

  • Kim Yu-chan (24, Jeonju), who attended with his mother, remarked:

    “I was impressed by the concert-like atmosphere, but what moved me most was the lecture on the Bible. The way it explained Scripture so systematically helped me understand deeply—it was a meaningful experience.”

Alongside the lecture, cultural performances such as drum music and nongak (traditional Korean farmer’s dance) enriched the atmosphere, appealing to participants of all ages.


Restoring Hope Through the Word

A church representative explained,

“We hope that the meaning of Liberation Day is not remembered only as past history, but also as a reminder of restoration and hope in today’s life of faith. We will continue to create opportunities to share the message of hope through the Word.”

For the participants, the day was not just about remembering the past, but about experiencing the spiritual light and restoration promised in the Scriptures.


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