Church of God Literature Ministry
The Church of God Literature Ministry has been carried out since the early days of the Church to plant the love of God and the hope of salvation in the hearts of people around the world. Publications in a wide range of genres are produced, including books and sermon collections that explain the truth in easy-to-understand terms, educational materials for members, periodicals, essay collections, and collections of original children’s stories. These publications are produced by the Church of God Publishing Mission Center, translated into more than sixty languages, and distributed around the world.
Overview of the Church of God Literature Ministry
When describing the influence of the written word, people often say, “The pen is mightier than the sword.” This means that words filled with conviction can move people’s hearts and evoke empathy more powerfully than physical force or coercion. The book that best demonstrates the power of the written word is the Bible. Recorded over thousands of years, the Bible transcends time and space, continuing to awaken people around the world to the love and power of God and to show the proper attitude of true believers. It serves as the foundation of the literature ministry. The history recorded in the Bible retains its unchanging value through the ages, teaching the mysteries of salvation and eternal truth.
The purpose of the Church of God Literature Ministry is to accurately convey the truth of salvation to humanity through writings imbued with the love of God the Father and God the Mother, and to bring deep spiritual resonance and inspiration to people around the world. Printed materials, including books, have the advantage of being relatively easy to produce and distribute and, unlike other media such as video, can be used without dedicated devices or electricity. Building on these advantages, Church publications are translated in-house through the Church of God Overseas Mission Division and local Church members around the world, enabling them to spread the love of God beyond borders and cultures.
Publications used in the literature ministry include books written by Christ Ahnsahnghong, sermon collections, and age-specific educational materials for members. They also include periodicals featuring writings by members around the world, essay collections, collections of original children’s stories, and various other printed materials.
These publications are translated into languages ranging from widely spoken languages such as English, Spanish, Chinese, and Hindi to regional languages such as Khasi, Bengali, Croatian, and Gujarati. They reach not only major cities around the world but also remote areas with limited communications, such as the Amazon rainforest and the Himalayas. Some books written by Ahnsahnghong and certain sermon collections have also been produced as audiobooks.
Books by Ahnsahnghong
This book, which systematically presents the truth of the new covenant, was first published on December 30, 1980. It contains biblical teachings that help readers understand God who came in the flesh—the mystery of God and the source of the water of life.[1][2] It explains the Holy Spirit and the Bride, the feasts of the new covenant and their prophetic meanings, the Trinity, the soul, the old covenant and the new covenant, and the seal of God. As of September 2025, it has been translated into forty-four languages.
This book, which explains in detail the origin of the soul and life after death based on the Bible, was first published in August 1967. It provides biblical answers to the questions: “Where do our souls come from?” “Why are we living in this world?” and “Where do our souls go after death?” As of September 2025, it has been translated into fifty-two languages.
This book introduces the prophecies in the Old and New Testaments concerning the last plagues and judgment, as well as the truth of salvation. It explains the importance of God’s covenant and commandments and teaches about the New Covenant Passover, the seal of God that God’s people must receive in order to be saved from the last plagues. The first edition was published in February 1984. As of September 2025, it has been translated into fifty languages.
This book is a compilation of several booklets written by Ahnsahnghong. It was first published in March 1971. It explains the relationship between the old covenant—the law given in the time of Moses—and the new covenant—the law established by Jesus Christ—through the relationship between the shadow and the reality.[3] As of September 2025, it has been translated into forty-six languages.
This book explains God’s providence revealed through the well-known account of the Garden of Eden. It teaches what the sin of Adam and Eve signifies within the plan of redemption, what the gospel of the New Testament is, and what it means to obey the gospel. The first edition was published in April 1976. As of September 2025, it has been translated into forty-eight languages.
This book clearly explains the Trinity by comprehensively examining the Old and New Testaments in relation to this doctrine, which is interpreted differently by various churches. It shows that God the Father, God the Son, and God the Holy Spirit are one and the same God. The first edition was published on February 11, 1978. As of September 2025, it has been translated into forty-nine languages.
Bible-Related Books
My Sheep Listen to My Voice
This book explains biblical truths in an easy-to-understand way and serves as a guide to faith for new members. It contains biblical teachings on God’s commandments, worship, prayer, Christian conduct, and the proper attitude toward God’s word. As of September 2025, it has been translated into forty languages.
Sermon Collections
These are collections of sermons delivered by General Pastor Kim Joo-cheol of the Church of God.
- God’s Called Ones: A sermon collection on the spirit of faith of God’s people
- God the Father and God the Mother: A sermon collection presenting biblical evidence of our spiritual Father and Mother, the Saviors
- Mother’s Wish: A sermon collection on Christian character
- Boast About God: A sermon collection on the faith and character required of evangelists
- Come to the Spirit and the Bride: A sermon collection on the teachings of the Spirit and the Bride, the Saviors in this age
- Covenant and Commandment: A sermon collection on God’s commandments
- Walking With God: A sermon collection on the attitude of faith that believers who walk with God should have
- Mother’s Fine Linen: A sermon collection on the righteous deeds believers should practice
Creative Works
The Church of God compiles and publishes literary works such as poetry, essays, novels, and original children’s stories, through which members express their love and gratitude to God Elohim and share insights gained through faith. The Church also publishes a variety of specially planned books. These include Mother’s Arm Pillow, which presents what “mother” means to ninety-nine people, ranging from elementary school students to adults, in a dictionary-style format; the science column collections God’s Providence Found in All Things, which help readers discover the power and divine nature of God the Creator in the created world; and Family ♡ Communication, a collection of fifty special-feature articles from the monthly magazine Happy Home Preparing for the Sabbath on topics that promote healthy communication and happiness within the family. Faith and Military Life, a collection of personal accounts by service members, offers encouragement to those serving in the military and shows how, depending on their mindset, their time in the military can become a turning point in life and a driving force for personal growth.
- Poetry Collections: The Milky Way, the Road Home: A Fragrant Offering to the Mercy Seat
- Children’s Poetry Collections: Spreading Rainbow-Colored Wings
- Short Story Collections: Whispers of the Stars; Heavenly Love
- Essay Collections: Mother, You Are Our Happiness (1–2); Yearning for Jerusalem; Writing and Faith; Family, the Best Gift in Our Life; Faith and Military Life; The Sin of Being Ashamed of Mother
- Original Children’s Story Collections: A Bundle of Childhood Dreams; A Well of Hope; Song of Happiness
- Column Collections: God Found in All Creation; God’s Providence Found in All Things; Family ♡ Communication
- Volunteer Memoir Collection: If We Go Together, We Can Go Further!
- Letter Collection: Precious—People, Moments, and Things
- Dictionary of Emotions: Mother’s Arm Pillow
- Photo Essay: Stars Shine More Beautifully in the Desert
- Bible Comics: Cartoon Bible Stories (1–3); Heaven, Love, and Mother; Sabbath, the Lost Promise
- Comic Story: A Mother’s Story
Periodicals
Elohist is the monthly newsletter of the Church of God. Its name means “people who love God Elohim.” It features sermons containing God’s word, insights gained from biblical history, and news about Church of God activities around the world. It also provides updates on the construction of Church of God temples worldwide and on the gospel activities of churches and members in various countries. Through Elohist, members of the Church of God can read Bible-related content, essays, and creative works contributed by members around the world, helping them grow in faith and cultivate good character.
Soul is a monthly magazine tailored to teenagers. It offers comfort during the turbulent years of adolescence and guides young people toward healthy growth. It serves as a Bible teacher that explains God’s word in an easy-to-understand way, as well as a space where teenagers can communicate with one another in a wholesome way. Writings contributed by students from across the country reflect the natural innocence of adolescence.
The Church of God publishes the monthly magazine Happy Home Preparing for the Sabbath to promote communication and happiness within families. It helps members prepare for and hold family worship on the day before the Sabbath. It includes weekly Bible messages for reflection, monthly missions for families to carry out together, and various interactive features that families can enjoy together.
Periodical Websites
- Elohist: elohist.watv.org
- Soul: soul.watv.org
- Happy Home: happyhome.watv.org
See also
Related videos
- Introduction Video of the Church of God. Part 2