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There is a decline in student morality and the intention of student independence in carrying out worship. Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers are very important in directing moral understanding and producing independence in worship. This study explores PAK teachers’ roles in facing moral challenges in the digital era. With a qualitative paradigm and a literature review approach, this study describes the roles of PAK teachers in shaping morals and spirituality as a form of interactive and contextual learning. The study results show that PAK teachers’ role is significant in shaping moral awareness and independence of worship. The role of PAK teachers is key to building a generation with a solid moral foundation and can carry out worship according to Christian teachings.

The purpose of this study explores Christian religious education learning that develops students' potential at SMA Negeri 1 Siempat Nempu Hulu, Dairi Regency. Theories related to the contribution of Christian Religious Education teachers in developing students' character and potential are important references for analyzing the steps of activities carried out in learning. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive analysis method, which involves data collection through interviews, observations, and document studies. The results of the study indicate that Christian religious education does not only focus on cognitive aspects, but also on developing students' moral and spiritual values. Through learning that is integrated with Christian values, students are taught to apply Christian values ​​in good character and independence. Thus, students are equipped with various skills from their potential so that they have an impact on their lives and the surrounding environment. The conclusion in this study emphasizes that teachers in teaching Christian education are useful in shaping character and developing students' potential, as well as providing recommendations for improving teaching methods to be more effective in achieving educational goals.

This research examines the relationship between Christian ethics, children's human rights, and parental responsibilities in the context of Christian families. Referring to ethical principles ethical principles derived from the Bible, this study highlights the importance of recognising children's children's rights as a mandate from God that must be protected and honoured by parents. Through a theological approach, this article explores how parents can fulfil their responsibilities in educating and raising children with love, justice and integrity. It also examines the challenges faced by Christian families in implementing Christian ethical values in the midst of changing social dynamics. Christian ethical values in the midst of changing social dynamics. By emphasising the importance of moral and spiritual education, this article aims to provide guidance for parents in fulfilling children's rights and creating a family environment that supports the growth of character in accordance with the teachings of Christ. The results are expected to contribute to a better understanding of the role of parents in the context of children's human rights and Christian ethics, and the implications for contemporary family life.

In the era of Digital Society 5.0, the development of information and communication technology has had a significant impact on daily life, including in the field of education. Christian education has become an important component in the character formation of adolescents, particularly within the youth fellowship of the Evangelical Protestant Church in the Archipelago (GPIN) Bukit Asam. Parents play a central role in teaching religious values to their children, which will shape their character and morality amid the challenges of the digital era. This research will discuss how parents teach and implement Christian education for the character formation of adolescents at GPIN Bukit Asam, as well as the challenges and strategies faced in the digital context. The findings of this study contribute to understanding the role of parents in applying Christian education for the character formation of GPIN Bukit Asam adolescents in the 5.0 era.

This study aims to determine the extent of the positive and significant relationship between the professional competence of Christian Religious Education (CRE) teachers and the learning outcomes of class VII students at SMP Negeri 1 Balige in the 2024/2025 academic year. This research uses a quantitative method with a descriptive inferential approach. The population of the study consists of all class VII students of SMP Negeri 1 Balige, totaling 149 students. The sampling method used is random sampling, with a sample size of 54 students. The research instruments used are a closed questionnaire to measure the professional competence of teachers and UH (Ulangan Harian or Daily Test) scores to measure student learning outcomes. The data analysis results show that: a) the correlation test obtained a value of rcount = 0.293, which is greater than rtable = 0.226, indicating a positive relationship between the two variables; b) the significance test yielded a value of tcount = 2.210, which is greater than ttable = 2.000, meaning the null hypothesis (H0) is rejected and the alternative hypothesis (Ha) is accepted. Based on these findings, it can be concluded that the professional competence of CRE teachers has a significant relationship with student learning outcomes. Therefore, improving teachers’ professional competence is expected to enhance student learning outcomes. This study contributes to the development of education and can serve as a reference for teachers and schools to improve the quality of teaching.

The phenomenon of throning, which refers to the practice of seeking partners with high social status to enhance self-image, is increasingly prevalent among Generation Z. Although it may seem appealing, throning poses negative issues such as unrealistic expectations, a transactional view of relationships, and the potential for unhappiness that impacts individuals' mental health. This article aims to critically analyze throning behavior from the perspective of Christian Religious Education, emphasizing the importance of spiritual values in building healthy relationships. The research method employed is qualitative, using a literature review approach that involves analyzing written sources related to throning and Christian Religious Education. The findings indicate that throning contradicts the pursuit of a life partner, as well as the principles of love and respect for the intrinsic value of individuals taught in the Bible. The study concludes by affirming the need for a holistic approach to understanding relationships, grounded in spiritual values rather than social status. Recommendations for future research include more in-depth empirical studies on the impact of throning on mental health and interpersonal relationships, as well as a deeper exploration of Biblical knowledge, which highlights the importance of moral and spiritual values in relationship contexts, even in the digital age. It is hoped that individuals can build more authentic relationships through the lens of the Bible and glorify God.

Christian religious education teachers need to have strategies to increase the learning interest of students in grades three to six in elementary education institutions including at State Elementary School 21 Agak Hulu. Christian religious education teachers who carry out their main duties at State Elementary School 21 Agak Hulu because some students at the school do not have the interest in learning or the desire to learn is very lacking, so that the learning outcomes they receive are very unsatisfactory. This article aims to discuss the strategies of Christian religious education teachers in increasing student learning interest, so that students increasingly increase their interest in participating in learning, both at school and at home responsibly. The methodology used in this study is qualitative with a data processing approach, namely observation, interviews and documentation. The formulation of the theoretical results of this thesis is that if Christian religious education teachers have loyalty in encouraging students to increase their interest in learning to the maximum, then students will be more motivated in the learning process at home and at school. Thus, the simple conclusion of this thesis is that the more Christian religious education teachers have strategies to motivate students in the learning process at school, the more students will maximize and optimize their learning interest, especially students at Agak Hulu 21 Public Elementary School.

This study examines the impact of Christian Religious Education Management on the spiritual development and character formation of children in Christian families, especially in the Tengko Klasis Walendrang Timur Congregation. This study emphasizes the basic role of the family as the primary environment in instilling moral and spiritual values, despite challenges arising from the negative influences of technological advances and modern lifestyles. Using a quantitative approach and purposive sampling technique, this study assesses how parental guidance—with the support of church education programs such as Sunday School and Catechism—contributes to the formation of a strong Christian identity in children. The results of the study indicate that effective education management, in which parents act as educators, motivators, facilitators, mentors, and role models, is essential to fostering sustainable spiritual growth and positive character. This study concludes that increased collaboration between families and churches is needed to strengthen spiritual education so that children can develop mature and resilient Christian characters.

This research aims to determine the influence of perceptions and knowledge about taxation on students' interest in working in the field of taxation. This type of research is mixed research. The population of this research is Accounting students at the Indonesian Christian University. The method used in this research is purposive sampling for quantitative and snowball sampling for qualitative with specified criteria, namely students who have taken a specialization in taxation. The theory used in this research is the Theory of Planned Behavior (TPB). This research was processed using SPSS with the multiple linear regression method and in analyzing the data this research used descriptive statistics, data quality testing, classical assumption testing, and also hypothesis testing. The results of this research show that the variables of perception and knowledge about taxation have a positive and significant effect on students' interest in working in the field of taxation.

In Christianity there are various sects with diverse dogmas. When Christianity entered the Pematangsiantar area, various churches with different sect backgrounds grew and developed, such as the Catholic Church, Huria Kristen Batak Protestan (HKBP), Simalungun Protestant Christian Church (GKPS), Indonesian Christian Church (GKI), Indonesian Bethel Church (GBI), Indonesian Pentecostal Church (GPI), and others (Aritonang, 2008)

The design of a data processing information system is currently in great demand. By designing a data processing information system, the community, especially the congregation and administrators at the Sumba Christian Church (GKS) Lambanapu, can be facilitated in the process of data processing and providing information quickly, precisely and accurately, so that efficiency and effectiveness of church work are achieved. In this study, the author uses various writing methods including data collection techniques, waterfall methods, and system development methods. Creating an information system in church data processing that should be able to improve service performance and be able to provide fast and accurate information. So that it can help the process of church member data collection and can be a means of conveying information to church members. Creating a web-based system used for congregation or congregation data at the Sumba Christian Church (GKS) Lambanapu which contains applications for member registration, baptism registration, marriage blessing registration, sidi registration, registration for borrowing worship facilities and infrastructure, as well as downloading member documents, and news about church activities.  

Penelitian ini meneliti peran pemuridan gereja dalam mendorong pertumbuhan dan kedewasaan rohani jemaat, dengan menggunakan Gereja Gerakan Pentakosta Immanuel Bogor sebagai studi kasus. Gereja dipanggil untuk berfungsi sebagai sekolah rohani, memperlengkapi jemaat untuk menerapkan iman mereka dalam kehidupan sehari-hari dan bertumbuh dalam karakter yang selaras dengan ajaran Kristen. Meskipun telah melakukan ibadah rutin dan berbagai kegiatan pastoral, jemaat sering kali tidak mengalami pertumbuhan rohani yang signifikan, yang disebabkan oleh kurangnya fokus pada program pemuridan yang terstruktur.Dengan menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif-deskriptif yang didasarkan pada prinsip-prinsip alkitabiah, penelitian ini mengungkapkan korelasi yang signifikan antara upaya pemuridan dan pertumbuhan rohani jemaat. Temuan-temuan menyoroti bahwa materi pemuridan yang sistematis dan relevan secara kontekstual secara efektif meningkatkan pertumbuhan rohani. Lebih lanjut, Efesus 4:11-16 menggarisbawahi pentingnya memperlengkapi jemaat untuk pelayanan, mencapai kesatuan dalam iman, dan menjadi dewasa di dalam Kristus.Studi ini menekankan perlunya pemuridan strategis yang disesuaikan dengan kebutuhan jemaat, yang mencakup anak-anak, remaja, wanita, dan orang dewasa. Penelitian ini menyerukan pergeseran prioritas gereja dari infrastruktur fisik ke pendidikan rohani para anggota. Selain memberikan wawasan yang berharga, penelitian lebih lanjut direkomendasikan untuk mengeksplorasi faktor-faktor yang memengaruhi pertumbuhan rohani dalam konteks gereja yang berbeda, untuk memastikan keberlanjutan dampak pemuridan.

Tidak ada manusia yang tidak berbudaya. Tetapi  justru banyak manusia yang mengaku tidak beragama. Karenanya dalam teologi Kristen tidak boleh secara frontal menolak berbagai kearifan budaya dan adat. Tetapi harus dilihat secara positif dalam membangun kerangka teologi dalam kaitannya dengan berteologi. Khususnya dalam masyarakat Indonesia yang dikenal sebagai masyarakat yang berbudaya dan beradat, sebagai sumber nilai dan patokan dalam menjalani kehidupan sehari-hari. Karenanya dalam tulisan ini bermaksud mengkaji bagaiaman kebudayaan dan adat menjadi instrumen dalam berteologi untuk mendaratkan nilai-nilai teologis secara nyata dalam kehidupan masyarakat dengan cara pandang yang mereka pahami dan mengerti. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan metode penelitian kualitatif sebagai dasar penelitian yakni literatur study untuk menjelaskan setiap maksud dari konsep yang dikaji.  Hasil yang diperoleh bahwa budaya dan adat mampu menghasilkan suatu konsep teologi lintas budaya yang telah banyak memberikan kontribusi nyata dalam menyampaikan maksud-maksud dari teologi Kristen dalam sebuah refleksi hidup yang lebih nyata dalam suatu konteks.

Doa Yesus adalah cara untuk menjalin komunikasi dengan Allah. Membangun hubungan sangatlah penting dalam kehidupan manusia. Khususnya umat Kristiani. Namun, manusia berdoa kepada Tuhan hanya  ketika ada kebutuhan yang mendesak dan penting sebelum mengharapkan pertolongan dari Tuhan. Oleh karena itu, sulit bagi seseorang untuk terus-menerus berkomunikasi dengan Tuhan. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah Buku Kallistos Ware untuk menjelaskan kekuatan sebenarnya dari Doa Yesus dan mengapa ini merupakan elemen penting bagi umat Kristiani. Dalam konsep doa Yesus Kallistos Ware adalah suatu untuk mengembangkan hubungan yang lebih dekat  dengan Allah melalui penggunaan doa Yesus, khususnya doa Yesus atau di sebut juga Jesus prayer. Doa sangat penting  dalam kehehidupan tradisi Kristen Ortodok dalam penafsiran Kallistos Ware dalam tulisannya. Doa Yesus dalam Spiritualitas” menjadi teks penelitian  utama  penelitian ini. Penulis juga berinteraksi dengan teks lain seperti majalah, buku, buku harian, kitab, dan bapak gereja. Hasil  penelitian ini menunjukkan bahwa doa Yesus dapat dilakukan  kapan dan di mana saja. Doa ini membantu manusia untuk selalu menjaga hubungan dengan tanpa dibatasi oleh aktivitas orang lain, sehingga mengarah kepada keselamatan dan keserupaan dengan Allah.

Teenagers at GKSI Sengkuang face similar struggles to teenagers in general. They are exposed to various influences that can weaken the foundations of their faith, such as unlimited access to social media, content that is not in line with Christian values, and relationships that are far from the principles of God's word. In situations like this, many teenagers experience confusion in determining who they are, what their purpose in life is, and how to live a life centered on Biblical values. Meanwhile, the research method uses qualitative by conducting direct observations, then the results of the observations will be processed into PKM articles, and supported by various literary sources such as journals, books, the Bible. The results of the research findings lie in the significant positive impact for GKSI Sengkuang youth. As well as, raising awareness of the dangers of identity crises, helping teenagers reflect on their self-worth in Christ, and growing their understanding of social pressures and the importance of church community.

The low mathematics learning outcomes of students are caused by many factors, one of which is the low interest in learning mathematics. One way to increase students' interest in learning mathematics is to apply educational games in the mathematics learning process. This description encouraged the PkM team to carry out community service at SD Kristen Sera with the aim of increasing students' interest in learning mathematics through educational games. This community service was carried out on Friday, December 13, 2024, which was attended by 17 grade VI students. The success of this activity was measured using a questionnaire on students' interest in learning mathematics. The results of the analysis of the learning interest questionnaire data showed that there was an increase in students' interest in learning mathematics before and after participating in the learning process using educational games on the material on integer operations. This shows that the application of educational games in the mathematics learning process needs to be done.

Evaluation of PAK Performance Discipline in PPA IO 0164 Bethlehem Rote Activities. In this study, researchers found problems such as undisciplined performance in terms of time and responsibility as a mentor to mentor children at PPA IO 0164 Bethlehem Rote. Mentors who often arrive late for class. Mentors who are not responsible for teaching in class. There are even mentors who cannot be role models for children. The aim of this research is to reveal the causes of indiscipline in mentor performance and how to overcome it through the method that the researcher has prepared, namely a qualitative method with a research design, namely observation, interviews and literature study. Based on research findings, it is stated that there are still many mentors who do not carry out their responsibilities well. The most dominant reason for some mentors not being disciplined in their performance is that they have other work that interferes with their responsibilities as a mentor in PPA IO 0164 Bethlehem Rote activities. Apart from that, there are already disciplinary measures for mentors who are still undisciplined, but there are still mentors who still do it. The solution that researchers can provide is that a mentor must be able to understand that what he does as a mentor is a calling to be carried out because taking care of and even saving children through mentoring at PPA is a very significant responsibility.

This article examines the application of the Christian faith by focusing on the development of the fruits of the Spirit as recorded in Galatians 5:22-23. Through an analysis of the biblical text, this article explains how the Fruits of the Spirit are not just the ultimate goal but a continuous transformation and this article discusses the spiritual growth that is realized through the development of the Fruits of the Spirit. Explain how the Fruits of the Spirit are in the context of a society where there are many conflicts that are very influential in the growth of our spiritual faith. The development of the Fruits of the Spirit significantly contributes to the formation of a healthy and adaptive Christian character. The study also highlights the practical implications for self-development for believers.

The Indonesian nation is a nation which is often called a multicultural nation, in which there are various religions, ethnicities, races, even languages ​​and cultural customs. This research was conducted so that readers realize that living amidst a diverse society is not easy, so it is necessary to have a sense of love and tolerance within oneself to produce harmony. This is in line with the basic Christian faith in love and harmony. Then what is the role of Christian Religious Education in maintaining tolerance in diverse communities, for example, from religion, ethnicity, culture and so on.

This article discusses the important role of Christian religious education in facilitating intercultural cooperation in Indonesia, which is a country with a pluralistic society. Religious education not only serves to build individual morals and character, but also serves as a bridge to create understanding and tolerance between different groups. By prioritizing the values of peace and mutual respect, Christian religious education has the potential to reduce conflict and promote harmony in a diverse society. Therefore, education about pluralism and the rights of adherents of other religions in the religious education curriculum is very important, in order to strengthen social solidarity and intercultural cooperation.