2장 번역 (예수 교회 회복을 위한 24시간 기도정보 영어 번역 초본)

2장: 진리를 떠난 교회

세상과 구별됨이 없는 교회의 실상

 

동성애를 받아들인 교회

영국 국교회(Church of England) 총회 위원들은 동성 커플들이 교회에 와서 하나님의 축복을 받을수 있도록 사제들의 동성 커플 축복 기도를 공식적으로 허락하기로 결정했다.찬성 36명, 반대 4명, 기권 2명으로 집계된 이번 투표를 통해 영국 국교회는 ‘교회가 동성애자(LGBT)를 환대하는 것에 실패했고, 이들에게 해를 가한 것을 개탄하고 회개해야 한다’라는 내용을발표한 것으로 크리스천 포스트는 전했다. 주교와 목사들은 ‘기도가 전적인 재량에 따른 것이므로동성 커플들을 축복할 필요는 없다’고 덧붙이면서도 ‘영국 교회의 교리에 반하거나 이탈해서는 안된다’라고 밝혔다.이번 투표는 교단이 ‘하나님이 성 중립적이라고 가르칠 것을 고려 중’이라고 전한 보고서에 이은것으로, 교단 대변인은 ‘하나님의 성 중립은 전혀 새로운 것이 아니다’라고 주장했다. 이에 관련해영국성공회 또한 더 이상 하나님을 남성 인칭 대명사를 사용해 부르지 않는 것을 고려할 것이라고 밝혔으며, 성 중립적인 용어를 사용할 수 있도록 교단에 요청했다.

 

Chapter 2: The Church That Has Departed from the Truth

The Reality of a Church No Longer Distinct from the World

 

Churches Embracing Homosexuality

The Church of England recently made a historic decision to officially allow priests to offer blessing prayers for same-sex couples who come to church seeking God’s blessing. According to The Christian Post, the vote passed with 36 in favor, 4 opposed, and 2 abstentions. Following the vote, the Church publicly acknowledged,

 

“We have failed to welcome the LGBT community and have caused them harm. We must lament and repent.”

 

While bishops and clergy noted that offering such prayers is “entirely optional,” they also insisted that this move “should not contradict or depart from the doctrine of the Church of England.”

The decision came on the heels of a report suggesting that the denomination is “considering teaching that God is gender-neutral.” A spokesperson for the Church defended the idea, stating,

 

“Referring to God in gender-neutral terms is not entirely new.”

 

In light of this, the Church of England also announced that it is exploring the possibility of no longer referring to God using male pronouns. Furthermore, a formal request has been made within the denomination to begin adopting gender-neutral language in official worship and liturgy.

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낙태를 지지하는 교회

미국 그리스도연합교회(United Church of Christ)가 회원 교회들에게 ‘낙태를 원하는 사람이 할 수있도록 도와 줄 것을 촉구하는 결의안’을 압도적 찬성으로 통과시켜 충격을 주고 있다.미국 크리스천포스트(CP)에 따르면, 제34차 UCC 총회에서 대의원들은 2022년 6월 미국 연방대법원의 (낙태 합법화 판례를 폐기한) ‘돕스 대 잭슨 여성보건기구’(Dobbs v. Jackson Women's HealthOrganization) 판결을 비난하고, 교단이 낙태를 지지할 것을 촉구하는 법안을 찬성 611표, 반대 24표, 기권 13표로 통과시켰다. 대법원은 돕스 사건에서 ‘낙태는 헌법상의 권리가 아니’라고 6대 3으로 판결하며 1973년의 기존 판결을 뒤집었다.아울러 UCC 결의안은 목회 지원단이 긴급 보조금을 제공해 자신의 거주지에서 낙태할 수 없기때문에 다른 곳으로 여행하는 비용부담을 충당해 줄 것을 촉구했다.

Churches Supporting Abortion

In a move that has shocked many, the United Church of Christ (UCC) passed a resolution urging its member churches to actively support and assist individuals seeking abortions. The resolution passed with overwhelming support.

According to The Christian Post, during the 34th General Synod of the UCC, delegates voted to condemn the U.S. Supreme Court’s 2022 decision in Dobbs v. Jackson Women’s Health Organization — the ruling that overturned the landmark 1973 Roe v. Wade decision. The resolution, which called on the denomination to publicly support abortion rights, passed with 611 votes in favor, 24 against, and 13 abstentions.

The U.S. Supreme Court ruled in a 6–3 decision that abortion is not a constitutional right, effectively reversing nearly 50 years of precedent.

Additionally, the UCC resolution called on the church’s pastoral support team to provide emergency funds to help cover travel costs for individuals who cannot access abortion services in their home states — allowing them to obtain abortions elsewhere.

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공교회의 사유화와 금권주의에 빠진 교회

샬롬을꿈꾸는나비행동(샬롬나비·상임대표 김영한 박사)이 종교개혁 507주년을 맞아 한국교회의자정과 십자가 신앙 회복을 촉구했다. 28일 발표한 논평에서 샬롬나비는 공교회의 사유화와 금권주의, 임직헌금 관행으로 인해 빚어진 매관매직에 대한 비난을 겸허히 받아들이고, 자정의 노력을통해 교회의 본질을 회복해야 한다고 강조했다.논평에서는 특히 금권주의와 교회의 세습 문제, 그리고 임직헌금과 같은 매관매직 관행을 강력히비판했다. ‘일부 교회에서 장로나 권사가 되기 위해 헌금을 요구하는 등 교회의 직분을 사고파는매관매직 행위가 만연해 있다’며 ‘이는 중세 가톨릭교회의 타락을 닮아가는 심각한 문제로, 루터가비판했던 종교 상업주의가 오늘날 한국교회에서 되풀이되고 있다’고 지적했다. 이어 ‘임직 헌금을 비롯한 금권주의적 관행을 회개하고 교회의 거룩성을 회복해야 한다’고 주장했다.

The Privatization and Commercialization of the Church

In commemoration of the 507th anniversary of the Protestant Reformation, Shalom Nabi, a Christian reform movement in South Korea (led by Dr. Young-Han Kim), issued a statement calling for the Korean Church to restore its integrity and return to the faith of the cross.

In a commentary released on the 28th, the group urged the Church to humbly acknowledge and repent of the growing issues of privatization, materialism, and money-based appointment practices within the institutional church. They emphasized the need for reform and a return to the true essence of the Church.

The statement strongly criticized the widespread culture of wealth-driven leadership, hereditary succession in pastoral roles, and the entrenched expectation of “offering for office” — the practice of requiring monetary donations in exchange for church positions like elder or deacon.

 

“In some churches, individuals are expected to give offerings in order to be appointed as elders or deacons. This practice of buying and selling church offices closely resembles the corruption of the medieval Catholic Church,” they warned.

 

The statement drew a direct comparison to the abuses Martin Luther denounced during the Reformation, declaring that

 

“The spirit of religious commercialism that Luther condemned is sadly being repeated in today’s Korean Church.”

 

It concluded with a strong call to

 

“Repent of money-centered practices, including appointment offerings, and restore the holiness and sacred calling of the Church.”

 

 

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기도제목

1. 교회의 타락으로 위기와 절망이 깊어진 이때가 다시 하나님께로 돌아갈 때이다. 세상풍조에 편승하여 타협하고, 죄를 조장하는 교만함과 안일함을 버리고 회개하며 주님께로 돌아가자. 악인은 그의 길을, 불의한 자는 그의 생각을 버리고 주님의 긍휼과 용서를 얻을 수 있도록 간구하자.

너희는 여호와를 만날 만한 때에 찾으라 가까이 계실 때에 그를 부르라 악인은 그의 길을,불의한 자는 그의 생각을 버리고 여호와께로 돌아오라 그리하면 그가 긍휼히 여기시리라우리 하나님께로 돌아오라 그가 너그럽게 용서하시리라(이사야 55:6-7)

Prayer Points

1. In this time of crisis and despair caused by the Church’s moral collapse, now is the time to return to the Lord. Let us repent of our pride and complacency that led us to compromise with the world and tolerate sin. Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts, and let us turn to the Lord in humility — seeking His mercy and forgiveness.

 

“Seek the Lord while he may be found; call on him while he is near. Let the wicked forsake their ways and the unrighteous their thoughts. Let them turn to the Lord, and he will have mercy on them, and to our God, for he will freely pardon.”
(Isaiah 55:6–7)

 

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말씀기도 Scripture & Prayer

A. 먼저 본문을 읽고 묵상하겠습니다. Let us begin by reading and meditating on today’s passages.

(골로새서 2:8-15) 8 누가 철학과 헛된 속임수로 너희를 사로잡을까 주의하라 이것은 사람의전통과 세상의 초등학문을 따름이요 그리스도를 따름이 아니니라 9 그 안에는 신성의 모든 충만이 육체로 거하시고 10 너희도 그 안에서 충만하여졌으니 그는 모든 통치자와 권세의 머리시라 11 또 그 안에서 너희가 손으로 하지 아니한 할례를 받았으니 곧 육의 몸을 벗는 것이요 그리스도의 할례니라 12 너희가 세례로 그리스도와 함께 장사되고 또 죽은 자들 가운데서 그를일으키신 하나님의 역사를 믿음으로 말미암아 그 안에서 함께 일으키심을 받았느니라 13 또 범죄와 육체의 무할례로 죽었던 너희를 하나님이 그와 함께 살리시고 우리의 모든 죄를 사하시고 14 우리를 거스르고 불리하게 하는 법조문으로 쓴 증서를 지우시고 제하여 버리사 십자가에 못박으시고 15 통치자들과 권세들을 무력화하여 드러내어 구경거리로 삼으시고 십자가로 그들을 이기셨느니라

(디모데후서 4:1-4) 1 하나님 앞과 살아 있는 자와 죽은 자를 심판하실 그리스도 예수 앞에서그가 나타나실 것과 그의 나라를 두고 엄히 명하노니 2 너는 말씀을 전파하라 때를 얻든지 못얻든지 항상 힘쓰라 범사에 오래 참음과 가르침으로 경책하며 경계하며 권하라 3 때가 이르리니 사람이 바른 교훈을 받지 아니하며 귀가 가려워서 자기의 사욕을 따를 스승을 많이 두고 4또 그 귀를 진리에서 돌이켜 허탄한 이야기를 따르리라 그러나 너는 모든 일에 신중하여 고난을 받으며 전도자의 일을 하며 네 직무를 다하라

Colossians 2:8–15 (NIV)
8 See to it that no one takes you captive through hollow and deceptive philosophy, which depends on human tradition and the elemental spiritual forces of this world rather than on Christ.
9 For in Christ all the fullness of the Deity lives in bodily form,
10 and in Christ you have been brought to fullness. He is the head over every power and authority.
11 In him you were also circumcised with a circumcision not performed by human hands. Your whole self ruled by the flesh was put off when you were circumcised by Christ,
12 having been buried with him in baptism, in which you were also raised with him through your faith in the working of God, who raised him from the dead.
13 When you were dead in your sins and in the uncircumcision of your flesh, God made you alive with Christ. He forgave us all our sins,
14 having canceled the charge of our legal indebtedness, which stood against us and condemned us; he has taken it away, nailing it to the cross.
15 And having disarmed the powers and authorities, he made a public spectacle of them, triumphing over them by the cross.

2 Timothy 4:1–4 (NIV)
1 In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus, who will judge the living and the dead, and in view of his appearing and his kingdom, I give you this charge:
2 Preach the word; be prepared in season and out of season; correct, rebuke and encourage—with great patience and careful instruction.
3 For the time will come when people will not put up with sound doctrine. Instead, to suit their own desires, they will gather around them a great number of teachers to say what their itching ears want to hear.
4 They will turn their ears away from the truth and turn aside to myths.

*말씀을 묵상하며 깨닫게 된 생각을 나누겠습니다. Let us now reflect on these passages and share what we have personally realized through meditating on God’s Word.

 

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B. 이제 말씀이 결론이 되도록 기도하겠습니다. Let us now respond in prayer as God’s Word leads us.

1. 오늘날 전 세계 교회 중에 철학과 헛된 속임수, 사람의 전통과 세상의 초등학문을 따르는 모습을 보며 우리는 비통할 수밖에 없다. 이는 예수 그리스도를 따르는 진정한 교회의 모습이 아니다. 예수 그리스도와 함께 죽고 일으키심을 받은 교회는 이전의 범죄와 육체의 것을 떠나 그리스도의 충만함을 누린다. 이미 사탄의 머리를 깨뜨리신 주님께서 지금 교회가 드러낸 죄악들을십자가로 이겨주시고, 승리하신 십자가 복음으로 굳게 세워주시는 은혜를 베풀어 주시도록 기도하자.

1. As we witness the state of many churches around the world today—following after hollow philosophy, deceptive traditions, and the elementary principles of this world—we cannot help but grieve. This is not the true image of a Church that follows Jesus Christ. The Church that has died and been raised with Christ must turn away from former sins and the desires of the flesh and live in the fullness of Christ. Let us pray that the Lord, who has already crushed the head of Satan, would now overcome the sins exposed within the Church through the power of the Cross, and graciously restore His Church upon the unshakable foundation of the victorious Gospel.

2. 철학과 헛된 속임수, 사람의 전통과 세상의 초등학문에 물들어가는 오늘날 교회의 모습은 비통할 수 밖에 없다. 이는 그리스도를 따르는 교회의 모습이 아니다. 예수 그리스도와 함께 죽고 함께 일으키심을 받은 교회는 이전의 범죄와 육체의 것을 떠나 그리스도의 충만함을 누린다. 이미십자가에서 사탄의 머리를 깨뜨리신 주님께서 세상과 구별되지 못한 우리를 십자가로 이겨주시고, 다시 전 세계의 교회를 그 승리하신 십자가 복음으로 굳게 세워주시도록 기도하자.

2. The influence of human traditions, worldly philosophies, and empty deception has deeply infiltrated today’s Church. But this is not the Church that follows Christ. We have died and risen with Him, and we are called to leave behind all that belongs to the sinful flesh and live in His fullness. Let us pray that the Lord, who triumphed over Satan at the Cross, would now overcome the compromised Church through that same Cross, and raise up the global Church once more, firmly rooted in the victorious Gospel of Jesus Christ.

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기도정보1. [한국]

Prayer Focus 1 : [South Korea]

 

“Through the sanctifying work of the Spirit and through belief in the truth, God chose you for salvation.”
(2 Thessalonians 2:13–14)

 

 

“Christians Must Not Recklessly Participate in the Spread of Homosexuality”

On October 16, the Korea Church Media Association (Rev. Eok-Joo Lee, President) issued a statement titled:
“Christians Must Not Recklessly Participate in the Spread of Homosexuality.”

The statement expressed serious concern over a recent ruling by South Korea’s Supreme Court, which officially recognized the eligibility of same-sex partners for dependent status under the national health insurance system.

 

“This ruling,” they warned, “will only empower the pro-LGBT movement and accelerate the normalization of homosexuality.”

 

They further noted that since July, certain progressive civic organizations and supportive legal advocacy groups have launched a joint legal campaign to push for the legalization of same-sex marriage — filing lawsuits on behalf of 22 same-sex couples.

 

“Our Constitution does not recognize same-sex marriage,” the statement emphasized.

 

What’s more troubling, the group added, is that

 

“Some legal professionals — those who should know the law best — are leading this charge. This undermines our legal system, destabilizes the institution of the family, and threatens the moral fabric of our society.”

 

They warned that while a few individuals may choose to live as same-sex couples, the attempt to legislate homosexuality is a separate and dangerous issue.

The Media Association identified the root of the problem as stemming from the “Comprehensive Anti-Discrimination Bill,” which has been debated in Korean society for over a decade.

 

“This bill aims to prevent criticism of homosexuality and force public approval of same-sex marriage,” they said,
“and the ideological basis for such efforts comes from the National Human Rights Commission Act passed under the 15th administration.”

 

The statement continued:

 

“These forces do not stop at same-sex marriage. They also promote abortion, radical human rights claims, and anti-discrimination campaigns — all of which threaten the sanctity of life, the value of the family, and the very foundation of the Church, which gathers around families.”

 

They also rebuked the silent complicity of some progressive pastors, seminarians, and Christians, saying,

 

“They are like dry wood doused in the oil of homosexuality — adding fuel to moral corruption.”

 

The Association firmly opposed the push for a legal framework that would allow anti-discrimination laws to suppress those who oppose homosexuality:

 

“The proposed laws must be stopped by the collective will of discerning citizens.”

 

Finally, they called for unity through a national gathering:

 

“The Korean Church must rise to defend the truth. The October 27 ‘United Worship of the Korean Church’ is desperately needed. Around the world, societies are in turmoil over the LGBTQ agenda, and faithful believers are facing growing persecution for standing on conscience and faith.”

 

 

“The law should serve as a minimum standard of morality. Morality must align with a God-given conscience. But homosexuality seeks to erode even that — undermining conscience, morality, and the very laws that protect society.
Preventing this is now the urgent, God-given responsibility of the Korean Church.”
(Source: Christian Daily Korea)

 

 

Prayer

Lord, what was once too shameful to even speak of — homosexuality — is now not only socially accepted but even being pushed into law.
We see efforts to legalize same-sex marriage and to silence all opposition through anti-discrimination legislation. The storm is fierce.

But the Korean Church must not retreat. Wake up those Christians who, in the name of inclusion or protecting minorities, have aligned themselves with the spirit of this age instead of the truth of Your Word.
Remind us that You have called us through the Gospel — to be sanctified by the Spirit and saved through belief in the truth.

Let us not participate in the sins of this world. Help us turn from all unrighteousness.

As we urgently gather for the October 27 “United Worship of the Korean Church,” pour out Your mercy upon this land. Accept our repentance. Destroy the schemes of Satan, and let Your will be done in our nation.

Provided by: Prayer 24·365 Korea

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기도정보2. [미국]

Prayer Focus 2: [United States]

 

“Come, my children, listen to me; I will teach you the fear of the Lord.”
(Psalm 34:11)

 

 

1 in 6 U.S. Christians Have Been Involved in Abortion — A Call for Biblical Worldview Education

According to a recent study, one in six Christians in the United States has been involved in an abortion.
The Christian Post reported that Barna Group, in partnership with the Center for Biblical Worldview at Family Research Council (FRC), surveyed 1,009 American adults who attend church regularly. The survey, conducted in June, aimed to assess attitudes toward social issues and personal worldviews.

The abortion-related findings were particularly eye-opening:

• 16% of respondents said they had either paid for, encouraged, or personally chosen to have an abortion.
• About 65% said they believe the Bible teaches when human life begins, but 35% disagreed or were unsure.
• Only 35% agreed that “abortion should never be permitted under any circumstance.”
• 19% believed abortion should only be allowed when the mother’s life is at risk.
• 10% said the decision should be left up to the couple.
• 6% supported abortion in all situations.

David Closson, Director of the Center for Biblical Worldview at FRC, emphasized the importance of these findings:

 

“The data shows that even among Christians, there is a wide range of beliefs about abortion. This confirms the urgent need for continuous education in biblical worldview—especially when it comes to the sanctity of life.”

 

Closson added:

 

“It’s shocking to learn that about 17% of women who attend church regularly have had an abortion, and 15% of men have paid for or encouraged one. This aligns with a 2015 LifeWay Research study, which found that 16% of women who had abortions identified as evangelical Christians.”

 

Using the Southern Baptist Convention (SBC) as a representative example, he noted:

 

“In 2023, the SBC had 13.2 million members across 47,198 churches. If we apply the 16% figure, that means approximately 2.1 million Southern Baptists have participated in abortion in some form.”

 

 

 

The survey also included responses about other social issues.

• 75% of respondents agreed that the Bible clearly defines marriage as a legal union between a man and a woman.
• 69% said the Bible teaches clearly on religious liberty.
• 66% said it also provides clear guidance on divorce.
  (Source: Daily Good News)

 

Prayer

Lord, though we may call ourselves Christians, we confess that many of us have lived by our own thoughts and desires, ignorant or indifferent to Your Word — and we have sinned.

Forgive us, Lord. Awaken the Church to teach believers with boldness and clarity from a biblical worldview. Let the Holy Spirit bring conviction every time the Word is taught, so that we may truly fear You, the Giver of Life.

Help us deny ourselves, take up our cross, and follow Christ. Let the world, through the transformed lives of Your people, come to recognize the sinfulness of its ways and return to the path of life.

May we show through our obedience that true blessing is found not in worldly freedom, but in keeping and living Your Word.

Provided by: Prayer 24·365 Korea

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