Korea is going through religious and political chaos by CCK chairperson

Korea is going through religious and political chaos by CCK chairperson

Pastor Jeon is 63-year-old who is serving Presbyterian Church in Korea and became hot issue in Korean news recently. He is the leader of church called 'Saran Jeil church' in Seoul, Korea. Even on 11th of Nov. 2019, York Times published on article titled, "The Populist Pastor Leading a Conservative Revival in South Korea".

However, odd thing is he dragged crowds to his rally requesting Cho Kuk one of the politician stepping down from his position and resignation of Mr. President insisting 'This is an order from the Lord." Also, he is making ludicrous statements saying "President Moon is a spy of North Korea." Despite of his bizarre claims, his strategy makes him a force which cannot be ignored. 

In Jan. 2019, pastor Jeon was elected as chairperson of Christian Council of Korea (CCK). CCK consists of 61 denominations and 20 Christian organizations. This is the reason why Christians especially conservative Christian groups are compelled to be influenced by it. 

From October, investigation of pastor Jeon has started based on charges of inciting insurrection. He attempted to invade the Blue House convincing members to form a group. Attempting to invade the Blue House is an act of rebellion. 

The problem is pastor Jeon is hosting the anti-government rallies and growing in popularity. Even he held a protest rally in front of the Blue House and made extreme statements. One statement was he claimed that "President Moon has already been disposed by God. The Republic of Korea will revolve around Pastor Jeon Gwang-Hoon for the next ten years." Another controversial statement was "God, freeze! If God messes with me, he's dead. This is how close I am with God." What do you as a believer think of him saying?

In Korea, there is a law regarding religion and politics. The law says 'religion and politics must be separated.' However, pastor Jeon is interfering in politics insisting 'Impeachment of President Moon'. By that, pastor Jeon is drawing criticism from fellow Protestant leaders. But the problem is he is using Christianity for his own purpose. Blind obedience has been problem in all times. This is time believers should become smarter and think what's right and should do. 

He is now imprisoned. I hope righteousness is conducted and people choose right decision.

Reference: https://bit.ly/2EVNOva