Alan John Miller, better known as A.J. Miller, is an Australian man who claims to be Jesus Christ, with his longtime partner Mary Suzanne Luck claimed to be Mary Magdalene. Together they run a small sect called Divine Truth.
Miller was born in 1963 and initially followed a conventional career path, working as a computer systems engineer and later becoming an elder within the Jehovah’s Witnesses. However, he has stated that from the age of two, he retained memories spanning approximately 2,000 years and identifies himself as the historical Jesus. He also claims that after he was crucified, he spent nearly 2,000 years in the spirit world before discovering a process of reincarnation that allowed him to return to earth.
Around 2003, following the breakdown of his first marriage, Miller began publicly asserting this identity. By 2007, he was formally presenting the principles of Divine Truth, and in 2012, he expanded his outreach through a dedicated YouTube channel. He is joined by Luck, born in 1979, whom he identifies as the reincarnation of Mary Magdalene. Together, they state that they are the only individuals to have lived only once before on earth and describe their return as a process governed by consistent principles rather than a religious miracle.
The movement’s theological framework draws heavily from the “Padgett Messages,” a collection of writings produced through automatic writing by American lawyer James Padgett between 1914 and 1922. Miller incorporates concepts such as “Divine Love” and “soul mates,” and states that he was the original source of the material recorded by Padgett. He teaches that the human soul is emotional in nature and that a relationship with God is achieved through the release of emotional “errors.” This process may include vocal expressions, such as shouting or screaming, which he describes as a way to address “past soul damage.”
By 2007, Miller had also established a physical base for the movement in Wilkesdale, near Kingaroy in Queensland. After purchasing a large property, followers began relocating to the area. By 2009, a group of adherents had collectively purchased a $400,000 property intended to accommodate international visitors. Over time, additional followers acquired nearby land, forming a concentrated community in which Miller’s teachings are central.
Miller’s teachings also include discussions of large-scale future events referred to as “Earth Changes.” He has shared views about possible global disruptions, including tsunamis, earthquakes, and geographic changes. He describes these statements as personal opinions rather than formal predictions, though they are presented within the broader framework of his teachings.
Miller and Luck rely on donations from supporters, which fund their activities, including international travel. While Miller describes these contributions as voluntary, some former members report that financial support can influence access to him, contributing to differences in status within the group.
The internal structure of the group includes controlled access to leadership and interactions with outsiders. Media representatives seeking interviews are often required to agree to continuous filming and sign release forms, which Miller describes as a way to ensure accuracy. Observers have pointed to these practices, along with the level of influence over followers’ personal and financial decisions, in their assessments of the group. As of 2026, Divine Truth remains active in Queensland and continues to engage a global audience through digital platforms.
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