Global Pastors' Conference Sparks Hope for Christian Revival in Europe
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“Learning about the Book of Revelation was truly profound and revealing. I want to learn more about the Bible, and if I am invited to South Korea, I'll begin making preparations rightaway.”
These are words expressed by Pastor Deli Delphine Matondo of the Full Gospel Church, who participated in the recent 'Shincheonji Bible Seminar by Continent: Europe' conference, organised by Shincheonji Church of Jesus, which attracted over 7000 participants, including 1000 pastors.
In a situation where churches across Europe are being replaced by bars, clubs and restaurants due to the decline of Christianity and secularisation trends, this conference was a beacon of hope held in the pursuit of spiritual rejuvenation. The interest in the Shincheonji Bible Seminar, which began in Asia earlier this year, among European pastors, has been high.
To open the conference, Seung-ju Lee, the head of one of the 12 tribes of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, imparted insights on biblical prophecies and their contemporary relevance, encouraging pastors to embrace the revealed word of Revelation's fulfilment as a catalyst for spiritual awakening.
Then, ManHee Lee, Chairman of Shincheonji Church of Jesus, delivered the main lecture, speaking in depth and with conviction for roughly 90 minutes about the prophecies and fulfilled realities of the events recorded in the Book of Revelation that he has witnessed firsthand.
Chairman Lee urged pastors, who believe in the same God and the same Bible, not to fight but to resolve misunderstandings through dialogue. Chairman Lee repeatedly emphasised the Bible's message that one should not add to or subtract from the Book of Revelation. Chairman Lee also stressed the importance of the times and urged pastors to understand Revelation and the Bible in order to teach it to their congregation members, saying, “When the prophecy wasn't fulfilled, there was nothing to offer, but now that it has been fulfilled and there is a reality, we can clearly explain the reality according to scripture. I hope you understand the Word and teach it well to your congregation members.”
European pastors could not hide their amazement when they saw Chairman Lee testifying about the Book of Revelation with power and conviction at the age of 94. Applause erupted at the scene.
After the lecture, Seungju Lee, leader of the Simon Tribe, came out and delivered a message to European pastors, saying, “The words regarding the testimony of the fulfilled realities of the Book of Revelation have life in them,” and encouraged pastors, saying, “If you want to restore faith in this era, recreate the heart, revive the church, and unite the European continent with God's Word, then please learn the Book of Revelation and become pastors who can testify the Book of Revelation.”
A pastor from Poland in attendance said, “It brought tears to my eyes to see pastors from Europe and believers becoming one,” and asked, “I want to spread this word to more people. Please tell me how I can spread it.”
“Many pastors expressed keen interest in deepening their understanding of Revelation through our educational programmes, and we are committed to supporting this through our Zion Christian Mission Centres across Europe,” said a representative of Shincheonji.
In addition, this representative said, “Pastors from all over the world have requested additional Bible lectures, saying they want to learn more about the Book of Revelation, so we are planning and preparing a Bible Seminar to invite pastors from all over the world to South Korea at the end of this year.” He added, “Through this, we will become one with God in the Word.”
Meanwhile, according to Shincheonji Church of Jesus, as of June 5th this year, MOUs have been signed with a total of 12,538 churches in 83 countries. Additionally, 1341 churches in 41 countries have joined Shincheonji Church of Jesus and changed their signage. Finally, as of the end of May, more than 10,300 pastors worldwide, including a number of leaders of the Islamic, Hindu and Buddhist faiths, are taking the Bible course on Revelation taught at the Zion Christian Mission Centre of Shincheonji Church of Jesus.
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