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This research aims to discuss the meaning of the symbol of holding the seven stars and the seven golden candlesticks in Revelation 2:1 and its theological reflection. This research uses a qualitative research method, namely a library research approach. The object studied in this research is the meaning of the symbol of holding the seven stars and the seven golden lampstands. The results and discussion of this research show that the meaning of the symbol of the seven stars is to symbolize the angels/leaders of the congregation and the meaning of the symbol of the seven golden lampstands is to symbolize the congregations that Jesus addresses in Revelation 2:1. This research concludes that the Lord Jesus stated that He held all His angels or messengers, who are currently referred to as shepherds or leaders of the congregation, in the protection of His hands and revealed that Christ never tires of working among His congregation, He wants His congregation to become a shining light, like a lampstand used as a light in the darkness.

This research aims to explain to us the importance of Christian religious education theology in shaping children's character. By being based on moral values ​​and religious principles, Christian religious education provides a solid foundation for children's spiritual growth. Through a deep understanding of love, compassion, integrity, and responsibility, children can develop strong and responsible characters in the future. The research method used is literature analysis from theological and educational sources, as well as tracing empirical studies that support the relationship between Christian religious education and the formation of children's character. The results of this research indicate that Christian religious education plays a key role in shaping children's character, by providing a sustainable moral framework for their growth and development. The practical implication of this research is the importance of integrating religious values ​​in children's education to ensure sustainable and holistic character formation.

This research aims to explore how Christian Religious Education Theology plays a key role in shaping the foundation for the development of a modern education system based on Christian principles. This theological foundation includes an understanding of Biblical teachings on education, the role of Jesus Christ as the primary example in education, and the Christian perspective on character formation. Its impact involves the application of Christian moral and ethical values in the educational environment, the formation of personalities based on love, and the development of curricula that integrate knowledge with spiritual values. With the proper understanding and application of Christian religious education theology, modern education can produce individuals who are not only academically intelligent but also have strong moral and spiritual integrity, ready to face the challenges of this era. The purpose of this research is to enable students to understand and grow in Christ, so that they can achieve spiritual maturity and be protected from the negative influences of their environment on their faith. The method used is qualitative, where every observed phenomenon in society is described in detail. Data are collected through observation, books, PDF, journals, and documentation. The results of the research show the importance of teaching the divine aspects of Christ in the curriculum of Christian Religious Education.

This research investigates the relationship between the formation of Christian character and the impact of theology on the teaching of Christian Religious Education (CRE). Considering the fundamental theological principles and character education, this study aims to explore how Christian theology influences the approach to teaching CRE in shaping students' character. The research methodology involves literature review and theological analysis to explore theological concepts relevant to the formation of Christian character, as well as conducting interviews with CRE teachers to understand the application of Christian theology in their teaching practices. The findings highlight the importance of integrating Christian theological teachings, character education principles, and CRE teaching methods. The practical implications of this research emphasize the importance of developing CRE curriculum that reflects Christian values and strengthens the formation of students' Christian character within the formal education context. Thus, this research contributes to understanding the influence of Christian theology on CRE teaching practices in shaping students' Christian character.

Humans are creatures created specially by Allah, Allah created humans to be the same as Himself. This means that humans were created to live according to God's will. Humans try to find God in various ways and efforts but it is completely difficult to find the truth. So that makes people tend to think wrongly. Theology itself not only shows interesting facts related to the Christian Scriptures, but in the theological context, long debates often occur regarding certain topics within the scope of theology. Philosophy tends to use reason (logic) as a basis for carrying out arguments. Philosophy brings people to be able to think logically, straight and precisely. This is the case with the history of philosophy, so that seminarians, while studying the basic principles of various systems, can maintain elements that are proven to be true and find the roots of errors and refute them. Human life is a complex reality because in life, humans have no other choice but to always do something to maintain their existence. Before acting, each individual must decide, given certain risks, what to do.        

This article examines the Apostle Paul's views on religious moderation, revealed through an analysis of his letters in the New Testament. Paul had main goals, including building unity in diversity, teaching attitudes of love and forgiveness, advancing the principles of faith as a connector, encouraging attitudes of tolerance, and spreading the teachings of Christ inclusively. This article explains how Paul guides the Christian community to live in harmony, respect, and embrace diversity in the Christian faith.

This study explores the concepts of salvation and forgiveness in Christian theology, with a focus on contemporary implications and challenges in the digital age. Through theological analysis, the concept of salvation is understood as God's gift that changes character, while forgiveness becomes a call to practice love in social interactions. Contemporary challenges, including relevance in the digital age and the impact of controversial content, are driving the adaptation of these values. Believers are expected to be agents of change in building an inclusive and tolerant society. Implications for everyday life include character transformation and the role of believers in overcoming digital conflicts. In conclusion, the concepts of salvation and forgiveness are not only a theological basis, but also a source of inspiration for forming positive behavior in the dynamics of the contemporary world.

This article discusses a practial theological approach in the foundations of Christian Education. Through descriptive analysis of related literature, this article explores how theological approaches are applied in the context of Christian Education. This paper has several objectives, namely: First, to describe theoretical studies of practial Theological approaches; secondly, explaining the practical implications of the theological foundations of Christian Religious education. The conclusion highlight the importance of applying Truth in everyday life as a Blibical foundation, as well as seeking definitive direction from general theological principles.

Economic development can be started by using human resources and natural resources to improve the congregation's economy. The natural resource used is oil palm. Oil palm is a plant that has the benefit of processing its fruit into oil. Apart from the fruit, the stems are also used as particle board. This research aims to find out how empowering congregations through palm oil leaf crafts can improve the economy. The method used in this research is qualitative method . The data collection technique was carried out by means of literature study. From the results of the research that has been carried out, it can be concluded that the presence of natural resources, namely palm oil, can improve the economy through beautiful handicrafts and have community empowerment in them.

In the midst of fast-paced times and the spread of various views, it feels like people are starting to forget the meaning of Christian brotherhood. It is as if the spirit of loving our fellow brothers and sisters like the Lord Jesus loved us is fading away. Now, modern humans are more likely to be "indifferent" to other people, and feel confident in determining themselves. Is this view true? What are the causes and bad effects of this wrong attitude? Can we overcome this prolonged crisis? What steps should be taken? We learn again to understand and appreciate Christian brotherly love.

This article will discuss the role of "debata" theology of calling within the context of Christian faith in Batak society, Indonesia. "Debata" theology of calling refers to the teachings and customary traditions of the Batak people that regulate the duties, responsibilities, and obligations of individuals within the community. This article will analyze how "debata" theology of calling influences the practices and perceptions of the Christian faith among the Batak community. The literature sources utilized in this article include research, books, and papers related to Christian theology and Batak culture.

Oaths play a crucial role in human life, particularly in religious and cultural aspects. This paper elucidates the concept of oaths as an endeavor to bolster the veracity of a statement by invoking sacred entities such as God. In Israeli culture, oaths are regarded seriously and involve the name of God, with the threat of divine punishment if the oath is breached. Challenges for Christians arise when they encounter the influences of local culture and traditions, such as the Tippu’ Sasa oath ritual of the Mentawai tribe, which contradicts biblical teachings. Therefore, a profound understanding of oaths and the challenges of maintaining the sanctity of the Christian faith amidst local culture becomes imperative. This underscores that oaths are not merely verbal acts but also reflect profound spiritual commitments, serving as the foundation for a meaningful and responsible life.

This paper aims to highlight things and look at the theological views of persons with disabilities based on the Bible. According to Allah's theology, persons with disabilities are God's creations. Research on theology of human beings results in the view that human beings are Imago Dei, formed by God himself. Sin should not be seen as a result of physical deprivation, because sin is actually disobedience to God. Jesus did extraordinary things to help people with disabilities restore their relationship with God. It is the same with the story of Mephibosheth who was disabled since he was five years old due to falling from his nanny's arms. The Holy Spirit is a personal helper who can help people with disabilities become strong and confident. The Holy Spirit is also the consolation that helps people with disabilities feel better when they are unhappy

Social phenomena and contextual issues in education and theology will discuss various contemporary social phenomena that influence the education and theology system, giving rise to contextual issues that arise in current educational and theological practices, the impact of social phenomena and contextual issues in education and theology on the development of society and religion. As well as things that can respond effectively to existing social challenges and contextual issues. In compiling this article, the author used descriptive qualitative methods. The descriptive qualitative method is a research method that creates systematic, factual and accurate descriptions (words) and images regarding the facts being investigated. The author looks for supporting facts through previous research from journals or books in accordance with the problems raised based on the findings. findings, facts and literature that support finding solutions to existing problems. This concerns cultural and religious diversity, issues of morality in the digital era. And not only that, the impact of social phenomena and contextual issues will be discussed, including the contextual meaning and purpose of education and theology, the context that shapes educational and theological theories, how do we do education and theology in a context like this? That is, being a witness to society , building dialogue between religious communities, creating harmony. The social phenomena and contextual issues in education and theology are such that the challenges in these two fields are often interrelated. Education must be responsive to social change and consider contextual issues, while theology also needs to understand social dynamics to provide views that are relevant in the context of life. The synergy between education and theology can help shape a more inclusive society and a deeper understanding of human values.    

This study discusses the crucial role of parents in building the religious foundation of children, focusing on the perspective of Christian religious education theology. Parents are viewed as primary agents in shaping the faith and spiritual values ​​of children. Through a theological approach, this study explores how parents can fulfill their role as religious educators within the household. Concepts such as communal prayer, scripture reading, and other religious practices are important in building the religious foundation of children. Additionally, the study outlines the importance of parents understanding Christian theology as the basis for the religious education of their children. By considering the principles of Christian religious education theology, parents can guide their children towards healthy spiritual growth and strengthen their relationship with God. Practical implications of this study include the implementation of contextual and relevant religious education methods tailored to the needs of children, as well as parents' efforts to consistently serve as models of faith for them. Thus, a profound understanding of the role of parents in building the religious foundation of children from the perspective of Christian religious education theology can provide valuable guidance for religious education practices at the household level.

The people of Kalambe Fort understand that death was caused by sins committed by the first humans who were placed in the Garden of Eden. Sin creates a wall of separation between humans and God, resulting in humans experiencing death. The presence of Christ breaks down the wall of separation between humans and God, namely sin. Through the death and resurrection of Christ as a sign that Christ has defeated death and humans gain the freedom to gain life after death. However, some members of the Fort Kalambe' congregation are still drowning in grief when facing death. The method used in this research is the Qualitative Phenomenology method where the author describes life in the congregation, describing phenomena that occur in the field, using Arthur Schopenhauer's theory which considers aesthetics to be a path to liberation of the will. The results of this study state that the worry about grief events is the congregation's fear of being abandoned by their beloved family. The congregation remains hopeful in the resurrection of Christ, and sorrow can disappear when people can let go of their will not to harbor thoughts and feelings for people who have gone.

The foundation is a substructure which functions to support the loads and forces caused by the superstructure (superstructure) to the soil layer which will carry these loads and forces. Deep foundations are usually used to obtain a large enough soil bearing capacity and if the depth of the hard soil is far below the ground surface. The aim of this task is to analyze the bearing capacity of pile foundations using sondir data, standard penetration test (SPT) data, as well as the finite element method using the plaxis program. The method used in this final assignment is by studying literature, then collecting the necessary data, and after that carrying out calculation analysis using existing methods. From the results of the calculations carried out, different results were obtained. Where for sondir data at point S1 obtained Qu =115.80 tons; at point S2 obtained Qu = 104.80 tons; at point S3 obtained Qu = 105.50 tons. Meanwhile, based on SPT data at point BH-01, Qu = 398.23 tons, and using the plaxis program Qu = 425 tons

The background of this research problem is to find out (a) what factors influence the occurrence of LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender); (b) the role of the family and church in dealing with LGBT (Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual and Transgender); (c) Christian theological views on LGBT. The research was conducted using qualitative research methods, namely interviews and internet sites. Data results obtained through interviews. The research results show: LGBT is a sexual deviation, which cannot be denied, Christians also fall into it. LGBT behavior is an abominable act in the eyes of God. This creates negative things in people's lives and health. Parents play a very important role in educating children, providing correct sex education that is in accordance with God's Word. This LGBT group has the right to repentance in Jesus. Because that is why Jesus came into the world to save humans from sin. The church also has a very important role in providing assistance to LGBT groups.

In human life on earth, humans cannot be separated from the image of their Creator. An intimate relationship with the Creator achieved through worship can make human life more meaningful and understand the true purpose of human life. This intimate relationship is more easily felt through the physical atmosphere that people feel and then understand and understand, so that people understand God's true authority in their lives. With this understanding, a person can begin to live a part of his life that is not in vain and leads to spiritual and worldly success. The need for a church forum that is able to convey God's majesty and His protective power gives rise to the demand to present a church forum that can arouse the interest of its people through an atmosphere that supports worship activities. The church is a place where the congregation can worship Almighty God by understanding and experiencing the heavenly atmosphere directly through the physical atmosphere as well as praising and worshiping when worshiping. The church is designed to enhance the quality of the congregation's typical ministry that focuses on praise and worship. The interior arrangement through its architectural elements has been processed in such a way that it can provide a supportive atmosphere, that is, it can reflect the atmosphere of joy in the lives of people who believe in God.

Tujuan dari penelitian ini ialah  untuk membahas tentang problematika kedudukan hadis sebagai sumber ajaran Islam. Metode yang digunakan ialah mdengan menggunakan metode deskriptif kualitatif jenis penelitian studi pustaka (Liblary research ). Hasil dari penelitian ini ialah kedudukan hadis sebagai sumber ajaran islam para ulama hadis mengemukakan beberapa argumentasi baik dilihat dari segi rasional/teologis, Al-qur’an, kemudian ditemukan nya beberapa problematika hadis dari berbagai aspek, seperti  keautentitasannya, aspek metodogi, aspek otentitas, otoritas, dan interpretasi hadis, yang akan menjawab semua tantangan-rintangan zaman. Oleh sebab itu dalam problem itu sangatlah memerlukan perhatian-perhatian dalam menyikapinya.