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This paper theologically examines the concept of salvation in Arminian theology, a system of thought developed by Jacobus Arminius in response to the doctrines of Calvinism, especially regarding predestination and saving grace. Through a literature study, this research explores the main tenets of Arminianism such as freedom of the will, conditional election, universal redemption, the resistibility of grace, and the possibility of losing salvation. Arminian theology views salvation as the result of cooperation between God's grace and human response, where grace is universally given but can be resisted by human free will. It also emphasizes that salvation is not a static status, but rather a dynamic relationship that requires perseverance in faith. This research shows that Arminianism not only provides a systematic soteriological framework, but is also relevant in the context of contemporary Christian faith life. By emphasizing God's inclusive love and human responsibility in responding to salvation, Arminianism provides an important contribution to contemporary theological discourse as well as a balanced faith appreciation between divine sovereignty and human freedom.  

This study aims to analyze the psychological dynamics of the character Alie in the novel Rumah untuk Alie by Lenn Liu using Sigmund Freud’s psychoanalytic approach. The focus of the study lies in identifying and interpreting the personality structures of id, ego, and superego, as well as the ego defense mechanisms that emerge as responses to trauma and violence within the family environment. The research method employed is qualitative descriptive, utilizing content analysis techniques on the narrative, dialogue, and monologue of the main character. The results indicate that Alie’s id is manifested in a deep longing for love and protection, the ego functions in adapting and adjusting to the reality of a rejecting family, while the superego is reflected through feelings of guilt and a tendency to accept mistreatment as a form of self-punishment. These findings confirm that traumatic experiences and family pressures significantly influence the development of personality and mental health of the character. This study also highlights the relevance of literary psychology in revealing psychological issues faced by contemporary Indonesian society through literary works.

Islamic education does not merely focus on the transfer of knowledge but also emphasizes the development of character, morality, and spiritual consciousness. Spiritual values are central in shaping learners who are not only intellectually capable but also faithful and pious. In this context, teachers serve not only as educators but also as spiritual mentors who instill values such as sincerity (ikhlas), trust in God (tawakkal), and divine awareness. This study aims to: 1) Explore the content and themes of the novel Imama Al-Hafidzh by Tri Lyagustina; and 2) Identify the Islamic spiritual values present in the novel and their relevance to contemporary life. This research employs a qualitative approach using library research methods, relying on both primary and secondary sources. Data analysis was conducted by collecting, comparing, and synthesizing information to produce a systematic and comprehensive study. The findings reveal that the novel tells the story of a young man who burns his own finger in a forest to resist temptation, symbolizing strong faith and self-control. The novel conveys messages such as steadfastness in principles, resisting worldly pleasures, not neglecting worship, and making the most of life to serve Allah. The spiritual values found in the novel include: faith, sincerity, patience, trust in God, gratitude, acceptance, repentance, Islamic brotherhood, asceticism, positive thinking, humility in worship, consistency, and love. These values, which are rooted in the Qur’an and Hadith, are highly relevant and can be integrated into Islamic religious education to strengthen students' character in the face of modern challenges.

This article discusses the role of loving touch from parents in developing adolescent character. In facing the often complex and dynamic realities of life, a person's character plays a crucial role in shaping an individual's personality. Adolescents, as a group that tends to oppose or oppose the values held by their parents, require special guidance and attention in character formation. Using descriptive qualitative methods and literature studies, this article explores an understanding of how a parent's loving touch can influence the formation of a teenager's character. The discussion covers important aspects such as forming healthy emotional relationships, developing positive values and attitudes, boosting self-confidence, and developing empathy and social skills. The results of the analysis show that consistent and positive loving touch creates a strong foundation for adolescents' emotional, social and moral development. Parental love creates an emotionally safe environment, allowing teens to feel loved, appreciated, and have a safe place to express themselves. Apart from that, the role of parents as good role models provides examples of positive behavior that can be internalized by teenagers. The aim of developing adolescent character includes preparing them to face future challenges, forming positive values, strong attitudes, and correct orientation towards life goals. Thus, this article provides an in-depth understanding of how a parent's loving touch contributes to shaping the character of teenagers, so that it can help form a generation that has positive character, empathy and strong social skills to face the various complexities of life in the future.

One of the challenges often faced by church leaders is the inability to set a consistent example, which results in the dependence of the ministry and the declining trust of the congregation. This is caused by the imbalance between spirituality and integrity, the influence of lust, and weak spiritual discipline. This study aims to exmine the qualifications of church leaders in general, and analyze their relevance for God’s service in the present era. The method used is qualitative with a hermeneutic descriptive-analytical approach, accompanied by a literature study sourced from theological literature, tafsir, and related articles. The result show that church leaders must have moral integrity, self-control, loyalty, wisdom, skill, teaching, and a good reputation. These criteria become the foundation of spiritual leadership eligiblity. The conclusion of this study emphasizes that servants of God must live in love, live simply, be authoritative, humble and able to adjust to the dynamics of today’s ministry.

Parental divorce causes the child to lose the love and affection of his parents and hinders them in their psychological development. This study describes and analyzes the psychological struggles experienced by three children who lost their father's role after divorce. All three experience similar inner conflicts: feelings of loss, neglect, and emotional division, as well as confusion in choosing to live with their father or mother. This study uses a qualitative case study approach and uses participatory observation and in-depth interviews for data collection. The results showed that children experienced conflicts about loyalty, emotional stress, and difficulty in reshaping their self-identity in a changing family environment. Children's mental and social instability is exacerbated by the loss of the father figure both physically and emotionally. The study emphasizes how important it is for parents to remain actively involved with their child even after they have divorced to maintain their emotional stability and provide ongoing psychological support. These findings are expected to be a reference for education practitioners, counselors, and parents in dealing with the psychological impact of divorce on children.

This research was motivated by a woman who worked in a company as a laborer who worked on an oil palm plantation. The research approach or methodology used in this research is the sociological juridical approach to interpreting law. The role of a woman apart from being a wife, a housewife plus being a worker should still have to carry out the rights and obligations as a wife even though the concepts in marriage are such that or in other words the goals of marriage are not achieved, Positive impact on household harmony for female workers: Women can live a decent life without having to experience pressure and dependence from their husbands; Can support their families, especially their children who have various needs; Can buy life's necessities or be financially independent to meet life's needs. everyday life; Happier because you meet co-workers who can joke with each other; Have a strong mentality, and will not panic when faced again with problems at home that have occurred; Increased self-confidence, because they feel more appreciated and recognized in the family and society. Meanwhile, negative impacts on household harmony for female workers: Lack of attention to husbands and children because they are busy with their work; Prioritizing work rather than providing rights and responsibilities as a wife and housewife. Lack of good communication with partners; Because they have their own income, they forget that the wife is the responsibility of husband Royal use of moneyRights and obligations aspect of Islamic family law There are two kinds of rights of a wife towards her husband, namely: material rights or economic rights to survive and non-economic rights such as the right to be applied fairly and not to be hurt, etc, apart from that, the right to love, respect, and be loyal to provide physical and spiritual assistance to both of them.

This Community Service Program aims to provide spiritual and pastoral education to the congregation of Gereja Kristus Ketapang Pos Kelapa Gading in addressing the challenges of addiction in the modern era. Addiction is not merely related to technology or substance abuse, but reflects deeper issues of the heart, identity, and life direction. This activity employed a communicative and contextual lecture approach, with an emphasis on biblical values based on Ephesians 5:1–3 and Philippians 4:8–9. God's Word calls believers to live in love, purity, and self-control, directing their minds toward things that are noble and uplifting. The program also highlighted the importance of spiritual disciplines, involvement in healthy communities, and a lifestyle that reflects Christ's love. The church is expected to serve as a place of healing rather than judgment and to actively provide education and guidance that empowers the congregation. The outcome of this activity showed a positive response from participants, marked by personal reflection and renewed commitment to live out Christian values in everyday life.

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.

Background : When insulin production drops too low, metabolic abnormalities in the pancreas cause hyperglycemia, or high blood sugar. This condition is known as diabetes mellitus (DM). Patients with diabetes mellitus will require care and support from their loved ones because of the disruption in their self-concept caused by the disease. It is our responsibility as nurses who provide care management to educate our patients and their loved ones about self-care actions they can take to control their blood sugar levels. Objectives: to determine demographic information (gender, age, occupation, education level), create a family care catalog for DM patients, create a self-efficacy catalog after family care, and analyze the relationship between family care and self-efficacy for DM patients. Methods: Cross-sectional research concept with total sampling technique, the number of respondents was 50 people with a questionnaire sheet instrument Results: There were 36 female respondents (72%) and 14 male respondents (28%). The age of the majority of respondents was 56-75 years, 31 people (62%). The highest level of respondent education was high school, 22 people (44%). The majority of respondents who are no longer working are 36 people (72%). The average respondent has suffered from DM for more than 5 years is 30 people (60%). Based on the analysis of family care and self-efficacy, 36 people received good and supportive family care, and 32 people also had high self-efficacy. This study shows the results of statistical tests with the chi-square test and obtained a p value of 0.000 or p <0.05 so that Ho is rejected and Ha is accepted. Conclusion: It can be concluded that there is a relationship between family care and self-efficacy of diabetes mellitus clients at Sayung 1 Health Center

Self love is a very crucial aspect and has a high urgency in our lives. Even the Prophet obliges fellow Muslims to love themselves. This study aims to discuss self love in the perspective of hadith. This study uses a qualitative approach with the application of hadith thematic methods. The main focus of this research is the understanding and application of self love based on hadith themes. The results of this study indicate that hadith themes can be conceptualized in a theoretical framework that describes the importance of self-love in a hadith perspective. In this study it was explained that applying self-love has a very significant role in achieving a happier and healthier life in all its aspects. Self love involves our ability to see ourselves as valuable entities and deserve happiness. The conclusion of this study is by loving ourselves, we will improve the overall quality of life.

Adolescence is a transition period from childhood to adulthood that is vulnerable to various psychological problems, such as searching for identity, social problems, academic pressure, and low self-confidence. Self-love or self-love is an important element in building mental health that is often overlooked, especially among adolescents. Based on the author's observations at MAN 2 Surakarta, it was found that students tend not to fully understand the concept of self-love, so they are vulnerable to social pressure, adakemik, and negative emotions. For this reason, this community service activity was carried out with the aim of instilling an understanding of the importance of self-love, recognizing oneself, and improving students' mental health. The implementation method used in this community service activity has three stages, namely: 1). Planning stage, 2). Implementation stage and 3). Evaluation stage. The results of this community service activity show that students begin to understand the importance of self-love as a basis for mental health. In conclusion, cultivating self-love is very important for adolescents to face psychological and social challenges. The application of this concept is expected to provide long-term benefits for students' mental and emotional well-being, as well as encourage their positive contributions in the social environment.

The adaptation of a novel into a film, known as ekranisasi, is a challenging process due to the differences between the two mediums, namely literature and visual storytelling. This study examines the ekranisasi process of the novel Mariposa by Luluk Hadiya Fauzia, directed by Fajar Bustomi. The purpose of this research is to analyze the extent to which the Mariposa film retains the core narrative of the novel and how cinematographic elements are used to replace the internal narration found in the literary work. Through a qualitative approach and literature study, the research reveals that, despite significant changes in character development and plot structure, the main themes of teenage love, perseverance, and self-growth are preserved. The film employs cinematographic techniques, such as lighting, color, and shot composition, to more directly depict the emotions and internal conflicts of the main characters. Additionally, symbolism, such as the butterfly representing transformation, strengthens the themes and moral messages conveyed. The findings of this study show that the Mariposa film successfully offers a new experience for the audience and demonstrates that novel-to-film adaptations can succeed, even with changes in storytelling methods, as long as the essence of the literary work is maintained.

Digitalization of the economy is an important aspect to be integrated in the business world, especially UMKM, to improve their competitiveness. This qualitative study aims to reveal the importance of implementing technology in the small business sector so that it can grow. This research uses a qualitative method of literature study in which we review several previous studies. The results of this study show that the factors that can improve economic competitiveness are the utilization of technology such as implementing digital marketing that we can access through e-commerce, and technology training, as well as fostering self-awareness to love domestic products. Following up on the findings in this study, optimizing the application of technology in business activities is very important and must be encouraged, so that the small UMKM sector is not left behind and can compete with the business sector above it.

Ephesians provides important guidance on spiritual and moral formation for adult church members. The main focus of this letter is building maturity in faith through a relationship with Christ, teaching the Word, and community life that reflects the love and unity of the body of Christ. In the context of developing adult church citizens, Ephesians emphasizes the role of the church as a place of growth in faith, unity in the Spirit, and life in love. Messages such as putting on the new self (Ephesians 4:22-24), living in the light (Ephesians 5:8-10), and leadership based on service are at the heart of this formation. Thus, the letter to Ephesians provides a theological and practical framework for nurturing church members to achieve spiritual maturity and grow in harmonious fellowship.  

Research aims to explore the perceptions of women aged 21-38 years old on self-confidence, feelings of insecurity, and self-love through an online survey conducted using Google Forms. The survey results show that 98.4% of respondents experience feelings of insecurity, while 75.8% show interest in attending self-development activities such as beauty classes to enhance self-confidence, and 91.3% show interest in makeup. Interviews were conducted to gain a deeper understanding of the beauty class activities conducted by OMG Beauty in Cirebon, which focus on developing makeup skills and using beauty products, but the interviews also revealed that these activities do not fully reflect OMG Beauty's brand image, which promotes the message "confidence and optimism". Therefore, the researcher proposes a social campaign with the theme "Embracing Your Beauty: A Journey of Self-love" to increase awareness of the importance of nurturing self-confidence and addressing feelings of insecurity among participants. The campaign is designed using the Design Thinking method, which includes the stages of Empathize, Define, Ideate, Prototype, and Test, to create an effective solution for increasing participation and public perception of beauty classes.

Imperfect: Career, Love & Scales is a work that discusses the issue of body shaming and social pressure on beauty standards. Through a qualitative approach with social comparison theory analysis, this study reveals how the representation of body aesthetics is displayed in the film. The main character, Rara, experiences pressure to meet ideal beauty standards, such as a slim body and white skin, both in her work environment and family. This phenomenon reflects social construction and popular culture that reinforces beauty stereotypes. The impacts of this pressure include decreased self-esteem, anxiety, and unhealthy dieting behavior. This study shows that media-promoted beauty standards have a negative impact on individual mental health and encourage appearance-based discrimination. The film also critiques narrow beauty standards while conveying important messages about self-acceptance and diversity.

College students are often experience unstable physical and emotional conditions including college students who are at the stage of writing their dissertation or thesis. The research aims to investigate the college student’s psychological well-being and gratitude of during working on their thesis.  The study was conducted by a quantitative method with a correlation approach, 134 students who were enrolled at a Bhayangkara university and were engaged in the thesis stage, completed an questionnaire about psychological well-being and gratitude. The results showed that there was a significant positive relationship between self-love and gratitude with a correlation coefficient of (0.769) which means that the higher the self-love for final year students, the higher the level of gratitude will be, and vice versa. It is hoped that final year students will care more about themselves so that they have more gratitude.  

Colossians 3:5-10 is a verse that describes the life of a new human person who has adapted and accepted Christ as Lord and loves himself. Based on Paul's opinion to the Colossian congregation, when the Colossian congregation became new people, they had to put away all their old lives, namely living in sin. But there are still those who have not fully lived in the new life. Likewise, the life of mankind, when they have been reborn into new humans, has not completely evolved from the old life. Still committing sins and old habits like humans live in modern times which always prioritize physical, visible, temporary and popular things. On the other hand, Christians also ignore the true self, the spiritual self, the invisible, the eternal and the hidden. By writing this article, the aim is to invite and encourage Christians to adapt seriously and live in holiness that is continually renewed in the image of God's Creator. The method used by the author is a literature research study method using book sources.

Love relationships during adolescence cannot avoid problems, the problem that most often occurs is misunderstanding in a situation. Communication is the process of conveying messages or symbols between the communicator and the communicant through a medium with a specific purpose. Selfishness is the majority of respondents' answers to communication barriers that influence conflict in relationships. Environmental influences: External factors such as peer pressure or certain social norms can be a barrier to maintaining good communication in a romantic relationship. Relationships that exist require effective communication from both parties, especially for teenagers who are still unstable in controlling their emotions.