The World Mission Society Church of God (WMSCOG) claims that humans were preexistent souls or angels who sinned in heaven, were cast down to earth, and must return to heaven by observing their version of the “New Covenant feasts.” This false teaching relies on a misinterpretation of Scripture, particularly passages like Revelation 12:7-9, Job 38:4-7, Ecclesiastes 1:10, and others.

This article will:

1. Refute the misuse of these verses with proper biblical interpretation.
2. Present Scripture’s clear teaching that human souls do not preexist but are created by God at conception.
3. Provide the writings of early Church Fathers, who explicitly rejected the idea of preexistent souls.

This will be presented in multiple parts for clarity and depth.

Part 1: Refuting WMSCOG’s Misinterpretation of Key Verses

1. Revelation 12:7-9 – The War in Heaven

• “Now war arose in heaven, Michael and his angels fighting against the dragon. And the dragon and his angels fought back, but he was defeated, and there was no longer any place for them in heaven.”

WMSCOG’s Claim:

They claim this describes a war in which humans (as preexistent angels) rebelled with Satan and were cast to earth.

Correct Interpretation:

1. Angels, Not Humans: This passage describes a cosmic battle between Satan and his fallen angels (demons) and Michael and the heavenly angels.
2. Angels and Humans Are Distinct: The Bible clearly distinguishes angels and humans:
   • Hebrews 1:14: “Are they not all ministering spirits sent out to serve for the sake of those who are to inherit salvation?”
   • Humans are not spirits or angels but were created as physical and spiritual beings on earth.
3. Fallen Angels (1/3 Stars) – Revelation 12:4:
   • “His tail swept down a third of the stars of heaven and cast them to the earth.”
   • The “stars” are a symbolic reference to angels (Job 38:7 uses “stars” for angels). Satan led one-third of the angels in rebellion, who became demons. This does not involve humans.

2. Job 38:4-7 – Where Were You When I Laid the Foundations of the Earth?

• “Where were you when I laid the foundation of the earth? Tell me, if you have understanding… When the morning stars sang together and all the sons of God shouted for joy?”

WMSCOG’s Claim: