YoungHoon Kim, a South Korean scientist who claims to hold the record for the highest IQ in the world with a score of 276, has gained widespread attention for publicly professing his Christian faith on social media. On 17 June 2025, Kim posted on X, stating, “As the world’s highest IQ record holder, I believe that Jesus Christ is God, the way and the truth and the life.” The post has garnered 14 million views and over a quarter-million likes, sparking a significant reaction from the online community.
Kim’s claim to being the world’s highest IQ record holder has been verified by several organizations, including the Giga Society, Mensa, World Memory Championships, and the World Memory Sports Council, in partnership with Guinness World Records. As a prominent figure in the field of intelligence and cognitive abilities, Kim’s profession of faith has resonated with many.
In response to the popularity of his post, Kim stated that he would use this opportunity to lead many souls to God. He also responded to a commenter with the phrase “Amen. Christ is my logic,” highlighting the intersection of his faith and intellect. Kim’s posts have sparked conversations about the relationship between faith and reason, with the Catholic Church teaching that God’s existence can be known through reason alone.
Kim is the founder and CEO of NeuroStory, an organization focused on AI-powered brain health solutions, and has also founded the United Sigma Intelligence Association. He serves on the board of the Lifeboat Foundation, which promotes scientific advancements while mitigating risks associated with technologies like AI. Kim’s statements on faith and science have garnered attention, including his assertions that “God exists. 100%,” and that consciousness may be more than just brain activity, potentially continuing after death.