The laws will change culture.
British attorney Andrea Williams recently warned a vast congregation of South Koreans attending a worship service about potential challenges their country could face if it adopts legislation that promotes LGBT ideology. Speaking to approximately 1.1 million attendees in Seoul on Reformation Sunday, she emphasized that this shift could lead South Korea down a path similar to that of Western nations, where traditional values have been increasingly undermined.
Williams, the founder of Christian Concern and the Christian Legal Centre, expressed concern over what she perceives as the removal of Jesus from public life. She stated, “People do not know who Jesus is… We have legislated to redefine family and marriage and to allow individuals to change their sex.” She elaborated on the implications of existing laws in the U.K., arguing that these regulations lead to punitive measures against those who do not comply, such as street preachers facing imprisonment or employees losing jobs for sharing their faith. She warned that the adoption of similar anti-discrimination legislation in Korea could result in rapid and severe consequences for the nation’s cultural and moral fabric.
Highlighting the lack of action from British churches amidst these changes, Williams criticized many for remaining silent or even supporting ideologies that contradict traditional Christian beliefs. She cautioned South Korean believers to be vigilant, suggesting that their situation could deteriorate quickly, unlike the slower changes observed in the U.K., where “evangelical leaders in the church are openly endorsing queer ideology.”
The large-scale worship service was partly organized in response to a proposed anti-discrimination law in South Korea that some Christian leaders believe could lead to legalized same-sex marriage and promote gender ideology in educational institutions. Williams referenced a recent court ruling allowing same-sex couples to access shared health insurance benefits, viewing it as a precursor to further legal recognition of LGBT relationships.
Concluding her address, Williams invoked biblical scripture and called for the church to stand firm against perceived evil, urging South Koreans to shine as a beacon of hope amid these challenges. The gathering aimed not only to express concern about potential legal changes affecting Christian values but also to foster dialogue among believers about their faith and responsibilities. As the event ended, Rev. Jung-Hyun Oh, one of the organizers, expressed hope that the worship service would spark revival within the Korean Church and inspire the global Christian community.