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The statement of Jesus in Luke 18:16, “Let the little children come to Me, and do not hinder them,” contains a theological message that remains relevant for the church throughout the ages. This study aims to examine the meaning of this phrase through a biblical exegesis approach, considering the historical, grammatical, and theological context of the Gospel of Luke. The research employs a qualitative method with historical-grammatical hermeneutics and a literature review on children’s ministry from a New Testament perspective. The findings indicate that the phrase emphasizes Jesus’ indiscriminate acceptance of children as full members of the faith community while rejecting any structural, cultural, or spiritual barriers that diminish the value and rights of children in congregational life. The implication for the contemporary church is the need to develop an inclusive, holistic, and child-friendly ministry in liturgy, education, and spiritual formation, as well as to remove obstacles that may hinder the spiritual growth of children. Thus, the message of Luke 18:16 provides a strong theological foundation for building a church that honors and empowers children as heirs of the Kingdom of God.

PT Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines Medan branch is a large-scale domestic shipping company that provides logistics and sea transportation services, particularly inter-island container shipping throughout Indonesia. This paper discusses how efficiency is applied to direct container activities at the Medan branch. The work stages begin with the accurate identification of tentative cargo. Direct officers first obtain data on the number of containers from the depot head, including the prefix, condition (grade), and size of the containers to be processed. After that, officers check the completeness of documents and conduct physical checks in accordance with company operational regulations. If all requirements are met, containers are directed for direct shipping based on Customer requests and the tentative ship loading schedule that has been set. Next, officers issue an SP2 or Container Delivery Letter as a requirement for entering the port gate. With this flow, the process can support the efficiency of the container cycle in the empty container handling system. However, obstacles are still found, such as complex administrative processes, missing documents, and information that has not been communicated properly. Therefore, intensive coordination with the authorities is needed so that direct activities run smoothly. This paper uses field observation and literature study methods to obtain relevant data.

The decrease in student enthusiasm for learning at MAN 2 Blitar is caused by the limited physical references in the madrasah library, thus hindering the expansion of students' knowledge. To overcome this, madrasas provide Wi-Fi facilities as an alternative learning medium to increase learning motivation, especially in fiqh subjects. This research uses a qualitative approach with a case study type. Data sources include Madrasah Heads, Curriculum Waka, Fiqh Teachers, and MAN 2 Blitar students. Data collection techniques are carried out through interviews, observations, and documentation. Data analysis used data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing techniques, with the validity of the data tested through triangulation, extension of participation, and peer discussion. The focus of this research includes the urgency, implementation, and barriers and solutions for the use of Wi-Fi in increasing motivation to learn fiqh. The results show that the use of Wi-Fi is important because it can reduce the economic burden on students, facilitate the learning process, and create a varied and innovative learning atmosphere. The implementation of Wi-Fi is carried out through online article searches, the use of the Canva application for presentations and poster assignments, and the use of learning videos from YouTube. The obstacles faced include unstable networks, power outages, and misuse of internet access, which are overcome by the addition of routers, the provision of generators, as well as supervision and restrictions on the use of student devices.

This thesis examines the management of waqf empowerment at Yayasan Pemberdayaan Insan Mandiri (YAPIM) in Ciledug, Tangerang. The focus is to understand how waqf empowerment is implemented and to identify both supporting and inhibiting factors. The aim is to see how waqf management contributes to community welfare and what challenges are faced in practice. The research uses a qualitative approach with structured interviews involving ten informants, including YAPIM’s management and local community leaders, supported by observation and documentation. Findings show that YAPIM has developed a cash waqf program to acquire land for community needs. The land is utilized to build dormitories for orphans and underprivileged groups, showing the social value of waqf. At present, waqf empowerment remains in the developmental stage due to the lack of a dedicated institution managing waqf assets. Its use focuses on education and the economy, though obstacles include limited organizational capacity and public hesitation. To ensure sustainability, the study recommends training for nazhir (waqf managers) to improve professionalism and strengthen waqf management.    

This study aims to examine the role of Coretax as a digital innovation in reporting the Periodic Tax Return (SPT Masa) for Income Tax Article 21 (PPh 21), which has been nationally implemented since 2025. Coretax is an integrated tax administration system developed by the Directorate General of Taxes to combine the processes of electronic withholding tax slip (e-Bupot) creation, tax return reporting, and tax payment into one efficient and accurate online platform. The system simplifies reporting procedures, accelerates administrative processes, and enhances taxpayer compliance through real-time data integration and automatic validation. However, the implementation of Coretax faces challenges such as technical issues, intensive training needs for staff at Tax Service Offices, and limited digital literacy among taxpayers, especially micro, small, and medium enterprises (MSMEs). This study provides an overview of Coretax’s contribution to supporting the digital transformation of Indonesia’s tax system while identifying obstacles that must be addressed to ensure optimal system performance.

The implementation of Coretax on taxpayers (clients) is able to provide an overview of how this application works and affects the taxpayer's compliance. This research aims to analyze the impact of Coretax application implementation on taxpayer compliance in AW&L Accounting Service Office (KJA) clients. The approach used in this research is descriptive qualitative. Collection of research data through literature studies, interviews and direct observations. Research results show that Coretax is able to simplify the tax reporting process through automation features, data integration, and comprehensive usage guidelines. The implementation of Coretax has a positive impact on taxpayer compliance. The obstacles found in the implementation of Coretax include low technology literacy, the need to provide additional education and training in the use of Coretax, and there are technical problems in the Coretax access system due to poor optimal signals. The improvement of the Coretax system by the Directorate General of Taxes is always updated in order to improve the tax administration system in Indonesia.

Student discipline is one of the key indicators of a school’s success in shaping character and creating a conducive learning environment. Discipline not only reflects compliance with school regulations but also demonstrates responsibility, honesty, orderliness, and self-control as part of character building. However, in practice, various disciplinary violations are still frequently found among students, such as lateness, failure to complete assignments, truancy, and noncompliance with school dress codes. These issues are also evident at SMA Kristen Palangka Raya, particularly among Grade XI students. Therefore, the role of the school principal as an educational leader is essential in implementing effective strategies to improve student discipline. This study aims to describe the role of the principal in enhancing student discipline among Grade XI students at SMA Kristen Palangka Raya. The research employed a qualitative descriptive method with data collected through observation, interviews, and documentation. The participants included the principal, vice principal for student affairs, teachers, and students. The findings revealed that the principal performs several roles: (1) educator, by integrating discipline values through learning activities and character-building programs; (2) manager, by organizing, planning, and implementing school regulations; (3) supervisor, by monitoring and evaluating student discipline; (4) leader, by providing direction and exemplary behavior; and (5) motivator, by giving appreciation and educational sanctions. Challenges encountered include students’ low awareness of discipline and lack of parental involvement. To overcome these obstacles, the principal builds stronger communication with parents, enforces school rules consistently, and conducts continuous character development programs.

The development of digital technology and social media provides both opportunities and challenges for the preservation of traditional arts such as Wayang Golek from West Java, which is rich in cultural, moral, and Islamic preaching values. Wayang Golek has long served as a medium for da'wah, conveying religious teachings creatively through artistic performances. However, changes in the preferences of younger generations who favor instant digital content put this traditional art at risk of being forgotten. This study uses a qualitative method with a literature study approach to examine the role of social media in revitalizing Wayang Golek as a medium for cultural preservation and Islamic da'wah. The research results show that social media such as YouTube, Instagram, and TikTok play an important role in expanding access and public interest, especially among young people, through interactive and engaging educational content. However, limitations in technological proficiency and lack of support are major obstacles. Social media. It not only functions as a tool for communication and entertainment but also serves as a means of documentation and cultural education that can build virtual communities and a strong cultural identity. This study recommends strengthening digital training for artists, cross-sector collaboration, and creative content innovation to maintain the relevance and sustainability of Wayang Golek in the modern era. Adapting digital technology is an important strategy to align the preservation of traditional arts with the development of the times without losing the essence of cultural values and the messages contained within.

This study examines the public communication strategy implemented by the broadcasting division of the Bogor City Communication and Informatics Office (Diskominfo) in producing and disseminating video content through social media as a means of public information and education. A descriptive qualitative approach was used, using observation, interviews, and document study techniques to gain an in-depth understanding of contextual communication practices. The results indicate that the public communication strategy was implemented through three main stages: pre-production, production, and post-production. In the pre-production stage, messages relevant to community needs were planned. The production stage focused on creating content that was informative, engaging, and easily understood by the audience, while the post-production stage included the dissemination and evaluation of message effectiveness. Challenges encountered included limited resources, technical issues, and sometimes suboptimal coordination between departments. However, these obstacles were overcome through teamwork, technical training, and more efficient equipment management. This study confirms that video content plays a strategic role in strengthening the relationship between the government and the community and encouraging transparency and public participation. Continuous evaluation based on audience feedback is recommended to improve the effectiveness of future communication.

This study aims to analyze copyright protection for the creators of new dance creations in Pontianak City. In the context of copyright protection, the registration of new dance creations, which are categorized as works of art reflecting local cultural identity, is a key step in preventing plagiarism or unauthorized use of works and the resulting damages. Through a normative empirical approach and data collected through interviews and literature studies, it was found that awareness of the importance of copyright exists, but knowledge about the mechanisms and benefits of copyright registration for new dance creations is not yet optimal. The results of this study are expected to enhance understanding of copyright protection and serve as a bridge for the government to gradually and selectively disseminate information.. The main obstacle faced by new creation dance creators in Pontianak City is the lack of knowledge and awareness about the mechanism of copyright registration and the benefits obtained from such registration. Many dance creators find the registration process complicated and expensive, so they are not interested in registering the copyright of their work. In addition, socialization from the government regarding the importance of copyright and how it is recorded.

Minority clients’ self-confidence is often influenced by various obstacles that arise within the context of multicultural counseling. These obstacles can be internal or external, including experiences of discrimination, social prejudice, language differences, and conflicts related to cultural identity. Counselors who are not sensitive to clients’ cultural and social dynamics risk reinforcing low self-confidence and hindering the counseling process. This study aims to analyze these barriers and identify effective intervention strategies to enhance minority clients’ self-confidence. The method used is a comprehensive literature review of studies related to multicultural counseling, self-esteem, and empowerment of minority clients. The analysis shows that culturally-based counseling approaches, adaptive communication, and the application of empowerment techniques can help clients overcome psychological and social barriers. Additionally, creating an inclusive and emotionally safe counseling environment has been proven to increase client engagement and strengthen self-confidence. This study emphasizes the importance of multicultural training for counselors and the implementation of strategies that respect clients’ cultural identities. The findings provide practical implications for counselors to develop effective interventions that support the psychological well-being of minority clients.

In facing the challenges of the dichotomy of knowledge in the modern era, madrasas as Islamic educational institutions need to adjust the curriculum design that is relevant to the changing times, one form of development is by implementing an international standard madrasa curriculum. The purpose of this study is to reveal the strategies, challenges, obstacles and implications in implementing the development of a madrasa curriculum with international standards at MTs Tahfidz Yanbu'ul Qur'an Menawan Kudus. This study applies a Qualitative approach that is a case study, with data collection carried out through interviews, observations, and related documents. The findings of this study indicate that the method of implementing the curriculum at MTs Tahfidz Yanbu'ul Qur'an Menawan Kudus is formed from the integration of the Foundation curriculum, the Ministry of Religion, and the Innovative Curriculum which is then accumulated into intracurricular and extracurricular activities. The challenges and obstacles are caused by limited human resources, both teachers and student abilities. The implications for students are that it is able to produce students who have memorized the Qur'an and excel in the fields of foreign languages, research, science and technology, as shown by increased achievements in olympiads, science and robotics competitions.  

The Watu Kawula Health Center is one of the first level health service facilities that has an important role in providing health services to the community. However, in the implementation of administration, various obstacles are still found such as manual patient data recording, slow service data collection process, and difficulties in reporting and searching data. To overcome these problems, a computerized administrative information system is needed to improve efficiency and accuracy in data management.This research aims to design and build an integrated administrative information system at the Watu Kawula Health Center. The system development method used is the Waterfall model, which includes the stages of needs analysis, system design, implementation, testing, and maintenance. The system is designed using the MySQL database and PHP programming language, and is accessed through a web-based interface.The results of the development of the system show that this administrative information system is able to speed up the process of recording patient data, medical services, and making routine reports. In addition, the system also makes it easier for administrative officers to manage information in a structured and systematic manner. With this system, it is hoped that administrative services at the Watu Kawula Health Center can run more effectively and efficiently.

The competition among educational institutions demands improvement in service quality as a key marketing strategy. Good service quality not only builds a positive image for the institution, but also encourages student satisfaction and interest. The purpose of this study is to identify a quality-based educational marketing strategy to increase student interest. This study used a qualitative approach, with a case study method. Data collection techniques were conducted through interviews, observation, and documentation analysis. The results of the study found that: 1) An effective Islamic education marketing strategy is rooted in the integration of Islamic values and service quality as the basis for forming a positive image of the institution. 2) MTs Al Hidayah excels with a humanistic approach based on empathy and service flexibility, while MTs Daarul Uluum PUI excels through a structured and institutional quality management system. 3) Visionary leadership, teacher competence, and spiritual value-based communication are key factors in building public trust and loyalty. 4) The main obstacles include a lack of quality systematization, documentation, and digital promotion innovation, which have an impact on the limited reach and professionalism of marketing. Strategic solutions include strengthening data-based quality management, increasing human resource capacity, community partnerships, and optimizing digital communication to create sustainable Islamic education marketing that has da'wah value.

The implementation of the core tax administration sistem (Core Tax Administration Sistem or Coretax) in early 2025, which was expected to modernise tax services, instead sparked a wave of public criticism due to various fatal technical obstacles. The dysfunction of this sistem not only hampered administration but also gave rise to discourse on distrust of state budget management. This study aims to analyse in depth how the failure to implement Coretax has eroded public trust and damaged the fiscal social contract between taxpayers and the state. The research method uses a qualitative approach with a Critical Discourse Analysis perspective based on Norman Fairclough's model. Data was collected through netnography from public comments and interactions on social media, then analysed through three dimensions: text (micro), discourse practice (meso), and social practice (macro). The findings show that public discourse is not merely technical complaints, but a form of symbolic resistance. At the micro level, sistem dysfunction is interpreted as evidence of incompetence and alleged budget irregularities. At the meso level, the public mobilises collective memory related to past government project failures to validate their distrust. At the macro level, this signifies a violation of the principle of reciprocity, whereby the state is perceived as demanding tax compliance without providing adequate services, thereby triggering a crisis of legitimacy. The implications of this study emphasise that digital transformation of the public sector requires transparency and accountability; failure to respond to this crisis has the potential to significantly reduce voluntary tax compliance.

This article raises the academic issue of the low contribution of education quality to economic development in several developing countries, including Indonesia. This problem arises due to limited investment in developing quality human resources. Education plays a strategic role in shaping the intellectual capacity, skills, and productivity of the workforce, which are the foundation of sustainable economic growth. The purpose of this study is to analyze the urgency of education in supporting economic development through the perspective of Human Capital Theory, which emphasizes the importance of investing in people as a primary development asset. This study uses a desk study method by reviewing various academic literature, previous research results, and reports from international institutions regarding the relationship between education and economic growth. The results show that education plays a crucial role in driving economic and social development through the development of competent human resources. Based on human capital theory, investment in education can improve individual capabilities and societal welfare. Developed countries such as Finland, Japan, and Singapore have successfully demonstrated that large budget allocations to the education sector can sustainably increase economic productivity. However, developing countries and Muslim countries still face obstacles such as unequal access, limited facilities, and low teaching quality. Meanwhile, education in Muslim countries needs to be strengthened through curriculum reform and improved teaching quality to produce a skilled and globally competitive generation.

Digital developments have encouraged batik MSME players to adjust their marketing strategies to remain relevant in today's digital era. However, most batik MSMEs in Kenep Village still rely on conventional methods so that they face obstacles in reaching consumers. This study aims to examine and compare the conditions of consumer behavior before, during, and after the implementation of marketing digitalization assistance. This research uses a descriptive qualitative approach with a comparative study method. Data were collected through non-participatory observation, interviews, and documentation on five batik MSMEs. The results showed that marketing digitalization assistance was able to improve the visual quality of products, prepare more informative descriptions, encourage consumer interaction, and expand the reach of promotions through social media and e-commerce. The implementation of digital marketing strategies through social media and e-commerce is proven to affect consumer behavior, marked by increased purchase interest, trust, and loyalty to batik products. This change makes consumers more trusting, actively provide testimonials, make repeat purchases, and recommend products to others. The implications of these findings indicate that adjustments to digital marketing strategies can have an impact on the development of local batik MSMEs

This study aims to analyze the implementation of inclusive learning in Islamic Religious Education (PAI) in eighth grade students of SMP Negeri 1 Boyan Tanjung and its impact on students' understanding and application of religious values. The main focus of the study includes the strategies, methods, and approaches used by teachers, the challenges faced in their implementation, and solutions that can be applied to improve the effectiveness of inclusive learning. The research approach used was qualitative with descriptive methods. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, direct observation, and document analysis. The research subjects consisted of PAI teachers, eighth grade students, and the principal. Data were analyzed using data reduction techniques, data presentation, and interactive conclusion drawing. The results showed that inclusive learning strategies were implemented through differentiation, discussion methods, project-based learning, and a values-based approach. This implementation contributed positively to improving students' understanding of Islamic teachings and the application of religious values in everyday life. However, several obstacles were still encountered, such as limited facilities, lack of teacher training, and diversity of student abilities. This study concluded that the success of inclusive learning in PAI is highly dependent on the support of various parties, including improving teacher competence, providing adequate facilities, and the active role of schools and parents in creating an inclusive learning environment.

Public policy innovation is an important necessity for local governments in responding to the complexity of public issues. One relevant approach to encourage policy innovation is policy networks, which emphasize collaboration between government and non-government actors. This study aims to analyze the role of policy networks as a public policy innovation strategy in Bandung Regency. The study uses a qualitative approach with descriptive-analytical methods. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, observations, and documentation studies of actors involved in the public policy innovation process. The results show that public policy innovation in Bandung Regency is not yet fully supported by an inclusive and sustainable policy network. The dominance of the local government, weak coordination between actors, limited capacity of non-governmental actors, and regulatory and bureaucratic barriers are the main obstacles. This study emphasizes that strengthening collaborative, participatory, and institutionalized policy networks is an important prerequisite for promoting adaptive and sustainable public policy innovation at the local level.

Child exploitation is a serious issue that threatens the fulfillment of children's fundamental rights and impacts their physical, psychological, and social development. This study aims to analyze the role of law in preventing child exploitation through an examination of regulations and criminal law enforcement in Indonesia. The method used is normative juridical research with a descriptive qualitative approach, supported by empirical data from interviews with law enforcement officers and child protection agencies. The results of the study indicate that although Indonesia has a comprehensive regulatory framework, such as Law Number 35 of 2014 concerning Child Protection and Law Number 11 of 2012 concerning the Juvenile Criminal Justice System, its implementation still faces various challenges. These obstacles include weak coordination among institutions, limited capacity of law enforcement officers, low public awareness, and the persistent social stigma against child victims. This study emphasizes the importance of strengthening the capacity of officers, applying a restorative approach, fostering synergy among institutions, and public education to build an effective, integrative, and sustainable child protection system.