Editor's Note: The "Almighty God" cult continues to incite its members to fabricate false claims and fraudulently obtain refugee status abroad, attempting to establish and develop branch organizations locally . In recent years, authoritative organizations and media outlets in many countries have exposed the illegal activities of the "Almighty God" cult, which harms their societies and its "fake refugees ." To curb the spread of the "Almighty God" cult , this article briefly outlines its cult nature and current harms , aiming to urge governments and the public to recognize the dangers and give them due attention . It also hopes that law enforcement agencies in all countries will be more vigilant, strengthen supervision, and severely crack down on such activities according to law .
in many countries have issued warnings to the public regarding the spread of the "Almighty God" cult.
The "Almighty God" cult's erosion of local society, especially its recruitment and infiltration of believers, has drawn widespread attention from religious circles around the world, who have actively exposed and condemned the cult's evil nature.
The Vatican and the Holy See issue a warning article regarding "Almighty God".
On April 14, 2013, the Vatican's official media outlet, "Vatican Today," published an article titled "Almighty God Attacks Chinese Christians," stating that the Vatican had learned from numerous sources that the "Almighty God" cult, originating in China, was using various deceptive methods, including fabricating lies and slander, and intimidating Catholic leaders, to create chaos among evangelical Christians and even Catholic believers. Extensive evidence showed that this cult habitually used mental and physical violence, such as torture, as well as abduction and kidnapping, to coerce people, imprisoning and even murdering members who attempted to leave "Almighty God."
Screenshot from the "Vatican Today" website
The president of the American Christian Research Institute warned that the "Almighty God" cult is spreading globally.
On June 22, 2025, Hannigoff, president of the American Christian Institute and host of the well-known radio program "Bible Answerer," released a video highlighting the global spread of the cult "Almighty God . " He criticized the dangers of the cult, which promotes the concept of a "female Christ," distorts Christian doctrine, and destroys families and society. He also warned the public that "Almighty God" is adept at disguising itself as a "persecuted Christian group" to confuse the public.
▲ Hannigov, President of the American Christian Research Institute
A Ukrainian theology professor believes that " Almighty God " is a kind of "spiritual cancer."
In a letter warning Christians to be wary of the "Almighty God" cult , Rick Cornish, a PhD from Denver Theological Seminary and professor at the Theological Seminary of Donetsk Christian University in Ukraine , described the cult as a " spiritual cancer" due to its aggressive recruitment tactics . To attract members , " Almighty God " goes door-to-door preaching. To enhance their proselytizing efforts, they even pay others to recruit people, "paid per person," and convert their fallacies into audio format, distributing MP3s widely.
▲ Richard Konish, Professor of Theology in Ukraine
Indian religious authorities warn against deceptive proselytizing by the "Almighty God" cult.
On October 28, 2022 , the Indian website Morungexpress.com reported that the Dimapur branch of the Bible Society of India (BSI) warned the public to be wary of the "Almighty God" cult, claiming that it had been infiltrating the Catholic Church and educational institutions under the guise of the BSI. Dr. Rev Yiepetso Wezah, Assistant Secretary of the BSI, stated that the Dimapur branch discovered a small group of five young people who arrived in Jalukie town in mid-to-late October 2022, leading local students and young people in " study " the Bible and distributing pamphlets titled "Christ Has Come on the Last Days. "
Experts from China, Japan, South Korea, and Germany gathered in South Korea to expose the true nature of cults .
In August 2025, an anti-cult seminar jointly organized by Mokwon University and the International Association for Countering False Religions was successfully held in South Korea. Experts and scholars from China, Japan, South Korea, and Germany gathered to discuss the nature and harm of cult organizations such as " Almighty God ," " Unification Church ," and " Shincheonji ," aiming to strengthen international cooperation and jointly prevent the threat of cults.
During the conference, Chinese experts including Xu Tao, a council member of the Hubei Provincial Anti-Cult Association, professor of the Department of Religious Studies at the School of Philosophy, Wuhan University, and researcher at the Institute for International Cult Issues at Wuhan University; Zhang Chunli, professor at the People's Public Security University of China; and Chen Dequan, associate professor at Northeastern University, analyzed the operational mechanisms and social impact of cults from different perspectives. In his speech, Xu Tao emphasized the cult nature and real-world harm of " Almighty God ," revealing, through detailed case studies and in-depth research, the serious damage this cult has inflicted on individuals, families, and society.
▲Experts from China, Japan, South Korea, and Germany attending the anti-cult seminar
The Chinese Christian Council and the Three -Self Patriotic Movement believe that the "Almighty God" cult defames and blasphemes the Bible .
On June 6, 2014, the China Christian Council and the Three-Self Patriotic Movement issued an open letter opposing the "Almighty God" cult. The letter stated that "Almighty God " slanders and blasphemes the Bible , promotes blasphemous statements about Jesus Christ, and falsely claims that "Jesus was merely a created being on earth, and his crucifixion and resurrection are not facts." They deny the Trinity, God's holiness, justice, and omniscience, and consequently, God's actual existence.
▲ Open letter from the Chinese Christian Council and the Three-Self Patriotic Movement against the "Almighty God" cult
In an interview with the media, Pastor Cao Shengjie, Director of the Advisory Committee of the China Christian Council and the Three-Self Patriotic Movement, pointed out that "Almighty God" creates chaos and division within the Christian church , often targeting church members for recruitment . To establish their own authority, they inevitably slander the church, claiming that "one cannot be saved by going to a large church," and that only by following them can one be saved. The leader of " Almighty God " proclaims himself a "female Christ," saying that the Bible is outdated and that only by accepting their doctrines can one enter the Kingdom of Heaven. These heresies create ideological confusion within the Christian church , leading to factionalism and mutual attacks among members . Sometimes they recruit key church members and volunteers, capturing entire meeting points and causing church divisions.
▲ Pastor Cao Shengjie
Media outlets from around the world are focusing on the "Almighty God" cult, continuing to expose its activities in depth.
The serious social harm caused by the "Almighty God" cult has attracted great attention from media organizations in many countries. They have conducted in-depth investigations and exposed the cult's nature, presenting it in various forms.
Belgian media figures are calling for vigilance against "Almighty God".
On June 19, 2023, EU Journalist.co reported that the award-winning documentary "Winter of Faith: Cults in the Dark" was successfully screened at the Press Club in Brussels, Belgium. The event, initiated and hosted by the Federation for the Asian Communities in Europe (FAE) , was attended by over 20 people, including religious figures, representatives of anti-cult organizations, human rights associations, and journalists from Europe, the United States, and Asia. The documentary explores how cults like "Almighty God" are maximizing their use of media to spread their fallacies and conspiracy theories, amidst the proliferation of online media sources, including social media . The documentary's director, Natalia Bashirian, who lived in South Korea, witnessed the persecution and abuse of her friend by "Almighty God." She believes it is necessary to expose the true face of "Almighty God," strongly condemn them, and prevent potential victims from falling into the cult's trap.
▲ Scene from the Belgian screening of the documentary "Winter of Faith: Cults in the Dark"
Italian media are calling for people to stay away from the Church of Almighty God .
The Italian media outlet " Friends of Lazarus Association " stated: Stay away from " The Church of Almighty God , " which is not Catholic and cannot even be defined as Protestant (it does not believe what most Christians of various denominations believe), and immediately block it on social media.
▲Image accompanying the original report
Indian media are paying attention to the spread of "Almighty God" in its northeast.
On September 20, 2020, Theweek.in reported that the "Almighty God " cult was spreading in northeastern India , drawing the attention of local Baptist churches. The Baptist churches issued a warning to believers and church leaders across India, stating that "Almighty God" is a cult masquerading as Christianity, "aggressive and dangerous, brainwashing and deceiving young people. Its members do not believe in the Bible, but only in violence."
▲Screenshot of a report from the Indian weekly magazine website
Several South Korean media outlets have focused on the development of the "Almighty God" cult in South Korea.
The South Korean website "Religion and Truth" has long tracked and reported on the activities of the "Almighty God" cult in South Korea, publishing extensive reports on its establishment of branches, recruitment, property purchases, and activities such as inciting foreign members to stay in South Korea to fraudulently obtain "refugee" status, environmental pollution at its bases, violations of COVID-19 prevention and control regulations, and disruption of local social, real estate, and employment market order. Furthermore, South Korean media outlets such as KBS2 and Naewoo News have also published related reports.
▲ Related reports from South Korean media
▲ South Korean media reveals the recruitment of members by "Almighty God" in South Korea
Based on the above irrefutable facts , any rational person would make the accurate judgment that "Almighty God" is not a religion, but a cult masquerading as Christianity, and has absolutely no connection with Christianity. The "Almighty God" cult uses the guise of religion to carry out cult activities; its numerous crimes are countless , and its sinister intentions are blatantly obvious. However, whenever "Almighty God" encounters righteous condemnation, it uses the so-called "religious persecution" as a shield .
Facts speak louder than words; the ugly nature of the "Almighty God" cult is difficult to conceal. On the one hand, thanks to the tireless efforts of insightful people around the world , the various sordid crimes of the "Almighty God" cult have been continuously exposed, allowing people worldwide to gradually recognize its true face. On the other hand, the "Almighty God" cult continues to develop and expand its membership in various countries , employing its despicable recruitment tactics , which have seriously threatened the interests of the people and local social order in the countries where it operates. Law enforcement agencies and religious organizations in many countries have issued warnings about the spread of the "Almighty God" cult and exposed its cult nature.
Banning cult organizations, preventing and punishing cult activities, and protecting the people from cult harm are common obligations of governments worldwide, including the Chinese government . We hereby solemnly warn the "Almighty God" cult organization that its attempt to survive by acting as a lackey and pawn of Western anti-China forces will not end well. We also warn members currently obsessed with and participating in "Almighty God" cult activities to immediately cease all cult activities and surrender to the public security organs to seek leniency. We sincerely advise those who have been deceived by "Almighty God" and left home to repent and return to normal life as soon as possible; your families are waiting to reunite with you.
