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This research aims to analyze the role of brand image as a mediating variable in the relationship between electronic word of mouth (e-WOM) and purchase intention for iPhone smartphone products in Denpasar City. The study is grounded in Consumer Behavior Theory, which explains how external and internal factors influence purchasing decisions. The widespread use of e-WOM in the digital age is a significant external factor in shaping consumer perceptions. Conversely, brand image is a critical internal asset for a company to build customer trust and loyalty. By understanding the interaction among these three variables, this research is expected to provide strategic insights for marketers. The study’s population includes Denpasar residents who either use or intend to purchase an iPhone smartphone. The sample size is 100 individuals, selected using a purposive sampling technique based on specific criteria such as age, social media usage, and knowledge of iPhone products. Data was collected by distributing questionnaires to respondents. The data analysis methods used were descriptive and inferential analysis. Inferential analysis included the Classical Assumption Test to ensure the data met statistical requirements, Path Analysis to examine the direct and indirect relationships between variables, the Sobel Test to measure the significance of the mediation effect, and the Variance Accounted For (VAF) Test to determine the extent to which brand image mediates the relationship. The results show that brand image plays a partial mediating role in the effect of e-WOM on purchase intention. This indicates that e-WOM not only directly influences purchase intention but also indirectly through the formation of a positive brand image. This finding confirms the importance of brand image as a bridge connecting electronic word-of-mouth promotion with consumers’ purchasing decisions. The implications of this research are highly relevant for iPhone smartphone marketers.

This study aims to analyze the discourse framing of Kompas.com news texts related to the hashtag “Kabur Aja Dulu”, which was published in the period 17 February - 17 March 2025. This research is a descriptive qualitative research with Teun A. Van Dijk analysis model. The research data was obtained through digital documentation of Kompas.com articles using the hashtag “Kabur Aja Dulu”, then analyzed through three main stages: data reduction, data presentation, and conclusion drawing. The analysis was conducted systematically using Van Dijk's structural framework which includes three levels of analysis: macro structure, superstructure, and microstructure. The analysis shows that Kompas.com tends to use language and interview techniques that reflect the government's perspective, with complex discourse framing patterns that reflect power dynamics in news production. Through the analysis of Van Dijk's model, it can be seen that the media uses various linguistic and structural strategies to build a narrative that is in line with the government's perspective, including the use of formal language, structured interview techniques, and the construction of a strong narrative about the urgency of handling the phenomenon. Overall, this study reveals how the mass media play an important role in the social construction of reality through the way they frame and convey information to the public.

This study explores the personal competencies of Christian leaders in the church context. Using a qualitative approach through literature review, this research analyzes biblical texts and related literature to understand the values and principles underlying effective Christian leadership. The primary focus of this research is on the characteristics of leaders that reflect Christ’s teachings, such as humility, love, and integrity. Additionally, this study discusses the challenges faced by Christian leaders in serving the congregation and how they can overcome these obstacles through spiritual development and community building. The results are expected to provide insights into best practices in leadership, as well as recommendations to strengthen faith communities and enhance the effectiveness of church ministry. By understanding Christian leadership in depth, it is hoped that better leaders can emerge, capable of inspiring and empowering congregations in carrying out the church’s mission.

This study explores how popular culture influences Generation Z's understanding of Christian values, a generation raised in the digital age with unlimited information access. Generation Z possesses unique traits, including strong technological skills, multitasking abilities, and quick reactions to social issues. However, they also tend to be individualistic, less independent, and have limited social skills. Popular culture, heavily influenced by mass media and digital trends, significantly shapes the identity and values of Generation Z. This culture often promotes individualism, materialism, and hedonism, which conflict with Christian values like love, humility, and service. Consequently, Generation Z may struggle to understand and apply Christian values in their lives. The study employs a literature review method to gather information from various sources regarding the impact of popular culture on Generation Z's grasp of Christian values. Findings suggest that popular culture can obscure their understanding of these values, leading them to prefer spectacular and emotional spiritual experiences over a deeper understanding of doctrine. Therefore, Christian Religious Education (PAK) plays a crucial role in assisting Generation Z in comprehending and embodying Christian values. PAK must adopt relevant and engaging strategies, utilizing digital media and interactive learning methods. Additionally, it should foster critical thinking skills, enabling Generation Z to differentiate between Christian values and those that conflict with them.

This article examines in depth the relationship between the outward form and the spiritual essence of the Church in the context of contemporary Christianity. The church is not only understood as a physical structure with buildings, organizational systems, and orderly worship, but also as a spiritual community that reflects the love of Christ, the presence of God, and a missiological calling in the world. An imbalance between external aspects and spiritual substance can lead to disorientation of church functions, both in the aspect of service and in the meaning of the faith of the people. Excessive focus on form can make the church spiritually dry, while neglect of order and form can lead to chaos in church life. Through a qualitative approach with a literature study method, this article examines the thoughts of several theological figures such as Miroslav Volf, who emphasizes the church as a reflection of the Trinitarian relationship; Lesslie Newbigin, who offers the perspective of the church as an institution, community of the word, and communion of the Spirit; and Stephen Suleeman, who highlights the role of the church as an agent of social and spiritual transformation in Indonesia. The research also considers contemporary challenges, such as the development of digital technology, shifting social values, and the declining interest of younger generations in formal religious institutions. Therefore, this article emphasizes the importance of maintaining a balance between the form and essence of the church in order to remain relevant, contextual, and faithful to the faith.

This research reviews Christian theological views towards LGBT, highlighting the conflict between religious beliefs and tolerance towards the LGBT community. In the context of theology students, there are interesting differences of opinion around this issue, with some opposing and others supporting. Nevertheless, this research emphasizes the importance of avoiding judgmental and condemnatory attitudes, and encouraging theology students to become agents of change who promote inclusion and understanding of LGBT people in society. Given the complexity of the views expressed, this article provides in-depth insight into how Christian theology and theology students interact with LGBT issues.

Christian leaders in Indonesia are often faced with a complex duality of roles, where they must navigate the demands of tradition-based and consensus-based customary leadership with modern organizational expectations that emphasize efficiency and formal procedures. This gap creates significant tension in leadership practice. This research aims to (1) theoretically analyze the points of tension and potential synergies between the two leadership models, and (2) synthesize a conceptual framework containing practical strategies to harmonize the two roles. The method used in this study is qualitative with a literature review approach, which in-depth analyzes various relevant academic sources. The results of the study show that the main tension lies in differences in authority bases, decision-making processes, and value priorities. As a solution, this study formulates a navigation framework that is based on the leader's mindset as a "bridge", grounded in theological principles, and implemented through practical strategies such as acculturation and contextual communication. It is recommended that leaders equip themselves with cross-cultural competence and that theological educational institutions develop a more contextual curriculum.  

The development of information technology, particularly the internet and social media, has significantly impacted how the Church functions and interacts with its congregation. This transformation is not only technological but also touches upon fundamental theological aspects. This article aims to examine the changes in the meaning, function, and identity of the Church in the context of digitalization, with a focus on comparing the pre-internet and post-internet eras. Through a systematic theological approach, this analysis explores how the Church, as a community of faith and a spiritual organism, must re-understand its existence amidst the increasingly dominant presence of digital media in believers' lives.In the pre-internet era, church life revolved around physical gatherings, conventional liturgies, and direct spiritual authority. However, in the digital age, new forms of ministry have emerged, such as online worship services, virtual communities, and the dissemination of the Word through social media and other digital platforms. These changes offer opportunities to reach a broader audience but also pose serious challenges such as digital individualism, theological distortion, and a crisis of spiritual authority.This article concludes that the Church needs to develop adaptive ministry strategies while remaining faithful to the essence of Christian spirituality. By maintaining a balance between online and offline ministries and strengthening theological understanding amidst the rapid flow of information, the Church can remain relevant and effective in carrying out its mission.

In Indonesia, the Christian faith is often misunderstood in the context of religious pluralism. Aware of the multi-religious nature of this nation, consideration arises as to what appropriate ideas can be applied to communicating the Christian faith within the context of interfaith theology. The challenges and opportunities in communicating the Christian faith must also be considered. Challenges within interfaith communities include the potential for exclusivism and dogmatism, pluralism, relativism, and inclusivism. These pose significant challenges and dangers to one's faith. If the confession that Jesus is the only Way of Salvation is not sensitive to these circumstances, it can erode, leading to a tendency to deny and equate all religions with the same. This research uses a qualitative method focused on literature review, where sources are obtained from books, journals, and other scholarly works. All scientific references used align with the theme of this paper, namely, "Opportunities and Challenges of Christian Faith Within the Framework of the Theology of Religions."

Suicide is an act committed by individuals against themselves. This study aims to investigate the role of Christian Religious Education (CRE) in preventing suicide among young people. The method used is qualitative descriptive with a literature study approach, where data is collected through analysis and description of information from various sources, including books and journal articles. The results of the study show that CRE contributes to preventing suicide through the formation of identity and meaning in life. By emphasizing Christian values and biblical knowledge, CRE helps teenagers find meaning in life and strengthen their faith. Through engaging teaching methods, CRE empowers youth to appreciate themselves and face life's challenges with a positive attitude. Additionally, social community support integrated within CRE is vital for the mental health of adolescents, creating a safe and supportive environment. Mental health and spirituality are interrelated, with CRE playing a role in developing spiritual maturity and providing a strong moral foundation. Thus, young people can maintain their mental and spiritual health and find hope amid difficulties.

This study aims to provide a new understanding for people who are interested in the parousia of Christ as the resurrection of man. The location of this study was at the GKPI Jemaat Khusus Pandumaan, and used a mixed method, namely quantitative, distributing questionnaires to randomly selected respondents, and qualitative, interviewing people who were considered qualified by the researcher. It is interesting that the congregation of the GKPI Jemaat Khusus Pandumaan believes that the parousia of Christ will occur but they do not understand what its function is for them, both between the relationship between the parousia of Christ and the resurrection of man from the dead in the future. Referring to a conclusion, the Parousia of Christ is a resurrection for man because after man dies the flesh and spirit are separated and then the spirit stops until the parousia takes place, then the dead man is resurrected. So to every local church, especially the pastor who functions as the leader of the church, to study this teaching more deeply so that church members know the meaning and purpose of the parousia of Christ.

Understanding ecclesiology plays a crucial role in the structure and life of the church, because through ecclesiology, the church can recognize its identity and understand its purpose and calling in the world. Proper ecclesiology is the basis for the formation of church organizations and the implementation of religious practices. With this understanding, the church can carry out its function as a community of faith that reflects the love and truth of Christ in life together. GKPI is one of the churches that adheres to Luther's ecclesiology. This study aims to see how the ecclesiology understood by Martin Luther is used as the basis for the theology of church order in GKPI.

This article discusses the meaning of marriage as a holy covenant from the perspective of the New Testament, particularly for Christian couples who have not been blessed with children. This study employs a qualitative method through literature review of the Bible, theological books, and relevant scientific sources. The findings show that, in Christian teaching, the value of marriage is not solely determined by the presence of children, but rather by unity, love, and commitment centered on Christ. Marriage is seen as a reflection of the relationship between Christ and His church, requiring faithfulness and perseverance in facing life’s challenges, including the struggle of childlessness. New Testament theological principles provide comfort and strength for couples to remain faithful in marriage, and emphasize the importance of building a family that reflects God’s love and truth, regardless of having children.

This paper explores the integration of digital media in enhancing students’ learning discipline within the context of Christian Religious Education (PAK), both at home and in school. In today’s digital era, digital media serves as a vital tool to support an interactive, flexible, and engaging learning process. Research indicates that digital media use can improve student motivation and engagement, which positively influences their study discipline. However, challenges such as limited technology access, low digital literacy, and potential distractions must also be addressed. The collaborative role of parents and educators is crucial in ensuring the effective use of digital media. Through this approach, digital media integration is expected to foster an adaptive, inclusive educational ecosystem that supports the development of student discipline and character.

Hypercholesterolemia is a common metabolic condition found in the adult population and significantly contributes to the increased risk of cardiovascular diseases, such as coronary heart disease and stroke. This condition is often asymptomatic, making early detection of total cholesterol and HDL levels a crucial step in identifying the risk of atherosclerosis at an earlier stage. A screening program conducted at the Asisi Church revealed that out of 68 participants, 34 individuals (50%) had abnormal total cholesterol levels, while 10 individuals (14.71%) had very low HDL levels, and 33 individuals (48.53%) had low HDL levels. These findings emphasize the importance of routine lipid profile assessments to prevent more severe cardiometabolic complications. Through education on healthy eating patterns, increased physical activity, and better control of risk factors, the community is expected to maintain optimal lipid profiles and improve overall quality of life.

Technological literacy among high school mathematics teachers is a crucial aspect in realizing creative, interactive, and relevant learning to meet the demands of the 21st century. However, the reality on the ground shows that most mathematics teachers still have limited experience in improving technological literacy, particularly in the use of artificial intelligence (AI) as a learning support medium. This condition has implications for low innovation in the mathematics learning process. This community service activity aims to optimize the use of AI, specifically Generative-AI technology, in supporting mathematics learning in high schools. The target group is members of the High School Mathematics Subject Teachers' Conference (MGMP) throughout Grobogan Regency, Central Java Province, Indonesia. The implementation method includes workshops, interactive discussions, hands-on practice, and mentoring in the development of AI-based mathematics teaching materials, assessments, and learning media. The training materials include an introduction to the basic concepts of Generative-AI, effective prompting techniques, and practice using various AI applications to produce interactive and contextual teaching materials. Evaluation results showed that all training participants agreed or strongly agreed that this activity successfully improved their understanding of the basic concepts of Generative AI and their skills in operating AI applications for mathematics learning. Participants also reported increased confidence in integrating AI technology into their teaching practices, as well as gaining various relevant practical ideas for classroom implementation. High enthusiasm was evident in the 100% commitment of participants who expressed their readiness to implement AI technology in mathematics learning. Thus, this training not only contributed to improving teachers' technological literacy but also became a strategic step in encouraging innovative and adaptive transformation of mathematics learning in the digital era.

Christian religious education at SMP Negeri 1 Teriak is an effort made to increase interest in reading the Bible for students in class VII, which is very important by increasing their reading of the Bible so that they can understand the meaning of the Bible. This type of research is qualitative research with an approach through observation, interviews, documentation, library research. The results of the research show that the efforts of Christian religious education teachers to increase interest in reading the Bible for class VII students at SMP Negeri 1 Teriak, Bengkayang Regency are: 1) implementing literacy before starting lessons; 2) provide questionnaires for weekly reports at church; 3) give memory verses for each homework assignment; 4) create stories using Bible sources and are required to read the Bible every day to make reports. So, PAK teachers play an increasingly important role in encouraging Class VII students to read the Bible, so students will increasingly increase their interest in reading the Bible.    

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This study aims to analyze consumer behavior in purchasing decision-making at traditional markets in Surakarta City. The focus of this research is to identify the factors that influence consumer purchasing decisions, such as price, product quality, location, service, and shopping habits. The method used is a quantitative approach with a survey method. Data were collected through the distribution of questionnaires to 100 respondents who are active consumers at several traditional markets in Surakarta, such as Pasar Gede, Pasar Klewer, and Pasar Legi. The data analysis technique used is multiple linear regression to examine the influence of independent variables on the dependent variable. The results show that price, product quality, and service have a significant influence on purchasing decisions, while location and shopping habits do not show a significant influence. These findings indicate that consumers in traditional markets in Surakarta tend to prioritize economic value and service interaction in their purchasing decisions. This research is expected to provide input for traditional market managers in improving competitiveness amidst the growth of modern markets.

This research aims to analyze the availability and quality of facilities and infrastructure at the AIDS Prevention Commission (KPA) in Depok City. KPA, as the institution responsible for HIV/AIDS prevention and control, requires adequate facility support to optimize its performance. Based on observations and preliminary interviews, it was found that KPA Depok City has basic facilities such as a secretariat office, meeting rooms, and office equipment. However, there are still several constraints, including limited space for activities, lack of supporting equipment such as projectors and sound systems, and operational work equipment that is not available at each employee's desk. This research uses a survey method by distributing questionnaires to 25 KPA Depok City staff to get an initial picture of the condition of facilities and infrastructure. The results of this research are expected to serve as a basis for optimizing the use of existing resources and identifying development needs in the future, so that KPA Depok City can increase the effectiveness of its programs in HIV/AIDS prevention efforts.