The Restored Church of God, a cult-like organization in Wadsworth, Ohio, has been accused of financial enrichment and selling false prophecies. The church's teachings promise a future, world-ruling government, known as the Kingdom of God, where faithful Christians will rule and reign.

The $100 million campus and the 10% tithe

The church's global headquarters in Wadsworth, Ohio, sits on a lush campus of 100 acres, with various facilities and amenities for members. The church's teachings promise a future, world-ruling government, known as the Kingdom of God, where faithful Christians will rule and reign. however, members are required to give ten percent of their gross annual income as a tithe, as well as additional offerings for luxury vacations, the Feast of Tabernacles, and the seven Holy Days.

The most intense offering is referred to as Common, which is a supposed free-will offering believed to belong to God. Those who have left the church claim to have seen reality as it is, including about a dozen who spoke to Scene, and they are not shy about sharing their experiences.

From faithful servant to whistleblower

Marc Cebrian,a former member, sold his home and liquidated his retirement fund to help spread the 'one and true gospel.' However, the evening of the 'fiery chariot of angels' proveed to be a test of faith for him, and he later realized it was the first sign that he should have left the congregation.

Cebrian remained a member for years before finally leaving the congregation for good in March 2021 . He has since led a public campaign to expose the Restored Church of God and its pastor general over allegations of financial enrichment and selling the church as the oracle for the Kingdom of God's return.

The church's response: silence and secrecy

The Restored Church of God has not commented on the allegations, and its leadership has been tight-lipped about the financial practices and the sale of false prophecies. The churh's silence has only fueled the suspicions of former members and outsiders alike.

What's next for the Restored Church of God?

The church's financial practices and the sale of false prophecies have raised concerns among former members and outsiders. as the church continues to operate in secrecy, it remains to be seen whether the allegations will lead to any changes or reforms within the organization.