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This study aims to explore church strategies in shaping the character of responsible servants and identify the teaching principles of Jesus according to the Gospel of Matthew 5-7 to be adapted in Christian Religious Education. This article uses descriptive qualitative method based on literature review. The results show that effective church strategies involve discipleship, pastoral counselling, fellowship, and Bible-based teaching. In addition, Jesus' teaching principles such as love, prayer, and obedience become the foundation of responsible character building. This study recommends integrating church strategies and Jesus' teaching principles to support the character building of church ministers and PAK students.

The purpose of this research is to find out game techniques mangenet on the traditional Sulim Batak Toba instrument to accompany the song BE.683 "Di AdopanMu Jesus" at HKBP Bahalbatu I. Sulim is a traditional Batak Toba musical instrument, Sulim is made from bamboo, the Sulim instrument is blown from the side or is called a side blown flute. The Sulim instrument has been widely used in church services, especially in the HKBP Bahalbati I church. The Sulim instrument has been used to accompany worship services. especially in accompanying the song from BE .683 "In Your Adopan Jesus. This song is played at a larghetto tempo with a tempo of 65 BPM. This song was created by Hugo Nyberg in 1873 with the title "For jesus milda ogon" which was later translated into Toba Batak language by Rev. J.A.U. Doloksaribu and Rev. MV. Simajuntak. Meanwhile, the technique used in performing this song is the mangenet technique with the Sulim Batak Toba instrument. In this technique, the researcher combines the trial, slur, crescendo, descrecendo techniques to produce the mangenet playing technique on the sulim instrument and then the author combines this technique with the ambush or blowing technique, breathing technique, fingering technique and holding the sulim instrument.

This research investigates the meaning contained in the title “Jesus as Messiah” and how this concept is implemented in the daily lives of Christians in Indonesia, a pluralistic society with diverse cultures and religions. Using a theological and social approach, this research eplores Christians’ understanding of the identity of the Messiah and its impact on religious practices and their interactions in a multicultural environment.    

This article discusses the current views of pluralism and exclusivism among churches in Papua, focusing on how these concepts are understood and applied in the diverse social, cultural and religious context of Papua. Pluralism recognizes religious diversity and opens space for interfaith dialogue and cooperation, while exclusivism emphasizes that salvation can only be achieved through faith in Jesus Christ. In the context of Papua, which consists of various tribes, customary traditions, and religions, churches face challenges in determining attitudes towards pluralism and exclusivism, which have an impact on interfaith relations and social dynamics in the region. The purpose of this study is to analyze how pluralism and exclusivism affect the role of churches in Papua in dealing with religious and cultural diversity. It also aims to reveal the different views among the more pluralist and exclusivist churches and how these views shape their strategies in building relationships with other communities in Papua.

This research aims to find out and provide an overview of the meaning of forgiveness according to Matthew 18:21-22 and its relevance to the Christian life today. The method used in this study is qualitative research with a library research approach, which is a biblical study, especially the New Testament from content analysis. The interpretation method used is a combination of the interpretations of Stevri Indra Lumintang, Gordon D Fee, and Sugiyono. Jesus' teaching on forgiveness is limitless. In accordance with the formulation of the problem that the author has written, it is about why it is so difficult to give forgiveness to people who have wronged us. Therefore, forgiveness according to Jesus in Matthew 18:21-35 is very important in connection with the life of the believer. The purpose of this study is so that the foundation laid by Jesus in relation to forgiveness becomes a pattern of believer's life. Believers are motivated in order to realize the forgiveness taught by Jesus. God's forgiveness in Jesus Christ is based on God's mercy. Everyone who believes in Jesus receives forgiveness from God by God's great mercy. Jesus taught every believer to forgive for having received God's mercy. This attitude needs to be taken and applied by every believer who has received forgiveness from God in Jesus Christ.

The model of Jesus' transformative dialogue in the Gospel of John 1-4, describes the interaction of Jesus Christ conducting evangelism consistently through dialogues in John 1-4 with various figures in different contexts that lead to changes in understanding and spiritual transformation both individually and in the groups He faces. This study aims to identify and analyze the model of transformational dialogue carried out by Jesus Christ in John 1-4 to achieve the transformative goal of building relationships that enable the growth of faith among His listeners and bring people to faith in Him. The research method uses qualitative descriptive and exploratory text analysis with a hermeneutical approach to understand the cultural and theological contexts that underlie each effective missiological dialogue. This study analyzes six dialogues in John 1-4, involving Jesus Christ in conversation with four different groups of people. Dialogues as a means of communication to bring about change and deeper understanding of spiritual truth. The results of this study illustrate that Jesus Christ uses various dialogical strategies to convey the gospel message effectively to people from diverse social backgrounds to build relationships that enable the growth of faith. The transformational dialogue model of Jesus Christ in John 1-4, demonstrates wise and open dialogue in the context of evangelism and provides valuable teaching and guidance for modern evangelism practice and emphasizes the need for adaptation to the individual's social context to achieve maximum effectiveness in bringing people to Christ.

The objective of this research was to describe what were the religious elements in  The Unholy movie directed by Evan Spiliotopoulus. The method applied in this research was designed in qualitative descriptive. This research used human instrument by himself. The data was analyzed by describing the elements of religion in a movie. In collecting the data, the researcher watched The Unholy movie and in analyzing the data the researcher identifying four religion elements according to Rees theory. Based on the result of data analysis, the researcher found out data that: The first element of religion was God (s) and forces in the public square were Jesus Christ as God and Mary as mother of God with 7 scenes found. The second element was sacred symbols (re) defining what was real were eight syimbols; Jesus Bible, Banfield Shrine, Jesus Statue, Mary Statue, Church, Cross necklace, Holy fire and touched of forehead, then both of shoulders with fingers and clench both of hands into fists with 8 scenes found. The third element was sacred stories connecting past, present and future were 3 traditions or sacred stories from this movie, Mass, story of baby doll Kern and the feast of immaculate conception with 3 scenes found. The last element was a community worshiping and acting together was Catholic with 2 scenes found. Therefore, the researcher found 20 scenes in The Unholy movie that related to the religius elements based on Rees’s theory (2017). In conlusion, the religion elements in The Unholy movie included belief, attitude and action in everyday life.

Paul was a figure who initially hated Christianity, in fact Paul was ethically and morally a criminal based on religion. In fact he was a religious figure from the Jewish religion but he killed people who followed Jesus. However, behind Paul's crimes, before he converted, he experienced a personal encounter that changed his life completely. Paul experienced a very, very radical life transformation because at first he really wanted to destroy the people who followed Jesus, but instead he risked his own life to educate his life in preaching the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The author uses literature-based research methods sourced from books and several journals, thereby helping the author to analyze the life of the apostle Paul and the life of theology students in the dormitory. Every theology student must experience a life transformation, because there are many young people who lived their past lives from different backgrounds or were not morally good, but on campus theology must change. So the author also believes that there are many theology students who struggle with ethics, generally theology students have a background far from the church but instead become servants of God. Formed in dormitory life and disciplined in life spiritually and morally.

The use of media in every activity is an absolute necessity for an educator because every learning activity that takes place in schools and universities requires educators to utilize technology when they are in the classroom or learning that takes place in a row. This is what happened in the Primary School Teacher education study program at the Sinar Pancasila Teacher Training and Education College (STKIP) where the role of technology is very much needed, both as a medium and as a tool in learning. This research aims to analyze what needs are needed in the Sinar Pancasila Teacher Training and Education College (STKIP) PGSD Study Program as a form of support during the learning process. This research uses a qualitative descriptive method where researchers conduct observations and interviews with students in the study program to find facts about the need for learning media in the PGSD Study Program. This research also aims to analyze the needs of the students of the PGSD Study Program at the Sinar Pancasila Teacher Training and Education College (STKIP) regarding the use of media that have not been met; lack of existing facilities in the study program; and opinions and input from study program students during the learning process as well as solutions offered based on the results of research data.

The study examines the theological meaning of the symbols of water, wine, and blood in the Gospel of John and their interrelation within the perspective of Catholic theology. Grounded in John’s distinctive use of symbolism as a medium of revelation, the study treats these three symbols not as isolated narrative elements but as an integrated theological sequence. The study employs a qualitative method, utilizing a literature-based approach and biblical-theological exegesis of key texts. The findings indicate that water signifies the renewal of life originating from divine grace and is closely associated with Baptism; wine expresses joy and abundance within the new covenant, finding its resonance in the Eucharist; while blood marks the culmination of divine love manifested in Christ’s redemptive sacrifice. Together, these symbols form a progressive dynamic of revelation: from renewal, to communion, and ultimately to redemption. In the light of sacramental theology, these symbols not only reveal the identity of Jesus as the incarnate Word but also mediate a concrete experience of faith within the life of the Church. Thus, the Gospel of John demonstrates that God’s salvific work unfolds in an integral and continuous manner, remaining relevant for the contemporary practice of Christian faith.  

The background to this Community Service Activity (PkM) is: First, there is a need among congregation members for speakers/lecturers/who can speak Javanese so that the participants better understand the material for faith formation, in the context of commemorating Good Friday and Easter.  Second, there is a need to refresh the commitment of congregation members in their faith in Jesus Christ.  Third, there is a need for a correct understanding of Good Friday and Easter for the general public, so that they get the correct information about this.  The aim of this Community Service activity is as follows: First, so that the message of the lecture about the coming of Jesus who gives life and abundance (John 10:10b) can be captured or understood more clearly by the recipients of this PkM service, because it is delivered in Javanese .  Second, to explain the material for community service through faith formation lectures.  Third, to determine respondents' satisfaction as participants in this community service activity.  The results of this devotion are: First, faith formation material with the theme "Christ came to give life and abundance" including that Jesus is the door to guaranteeing safety and security, Jesus came to give life and abundance and Jesus guides the lost sheep.  The level of satisfaction of the participants with the material and its delivery is at the level of hight (85,11%).

This article is the result of community service activities, with several background problems, namely: First, there is a need or desire from the administrators and members of the GKJ Purwantoro Local Youth Commission for a variety of speakers from outside the local church, in the context of Easter commemoration.  Second, there is a need to strengthen faith and commitment to Jesus, for young people in places where service activities are carried out.  The objectives that are expected to be achieved from this Community Service activity are as follows: First, to fulfill the needs of the young people of the GKJ Purwantoro for enthusiastic and firm or clear delivery of the Word of God, through a variety of lecturers or preachers from outside GKJ.  Second, so that the spirit of faith and commitment to life of you young GKJ Purwantoro can be awakened and refreshed.  The method used in delivering service material is the lecture method, while the method for presenting the results of this service is the descriptive method.  The results of this service activity are: First, faith formation material with the theme "Looking to Tomorrow with Jesus" is based on ICorinthians 15:8-11 with the main points of living according to our current status in Jesus (1Cor.15:8-11) , not wasting God's grace (1Cor.15:10a), working harder (10c).  Meanwhile, the level of satisfaction of the participants at Satisfaction level, with details: of the total 135 who attended (86.67% of the total 135 youth members) was as follows: None (0%) participants felt dissatisfied, 3 people (2 .6%) felt less satisfied, 4 people (3.42%) felt neutral, 75 people (64.1%) felt satisfied and 18 people (15.4%) felt very satisfied.

The background to writing this thesis was complaints from priests, catechists, and the young generation themselves (OMK) about the lack of knowledge and understanding of the younger generation regarding the value of the responsibilities they carry. The aim of writing this thesis is to help the young generation of Catholics (OMK) understand their duties and responsibilities as members of the Church. Apart from that, this research also aims to help pastors understand and recognize the problems faced by young people. In analyzing the problem, the author uses qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. By using this phenomenological approach, the author tries to analyze and interpret the personal experiences of the informants regarding the importance of the value of youth responsibility in the life of the Rantau Pulut Sacred Heart of Jesus Parish church. Data collection in this research used observation, interview and note-taking techniques. In this research, the author found that the majority of young Catholics in the Rantau Pulut Parish have not fully participated in the life of the Church. This is due to a lack of motivation and encouragement from parents and pastors. As the spearhead of youth mobilization, pastoral workers are an important element in support and guidance so that young people are encouraged to participate in Church activities.

The writing of this thesis began with complaints heard from Parish Pastors, catechists and the Youth themselves (OMK) about the low value of knowledge and responsibility of young people. The aim of this thesis is to help Young Catholics (YCTH) understand their duties and responsibilities as members of the Church. In addition, this research aims to help pastors understand and identify the problems faced by young people. In problem analysis, the author uses qualitative research with a phenomenological approach. Using this phenomenological approach, the author tries to analyze and interpret the personal experiences of the informants regarding the importance of the value of responsibility of the younger generation in the life of the Hati Jesus Rantau Pulut congregation. This research uses observation, interview and documentation techniques to collect data. In this research, the author found that the majority of young Catholics in the Rantau Pulut Parish do not participate enough in church life. This is due to a lack of motivation and encouragement from parents and pastors. As a youth mobilization leader, the pastor plays an important role in leading and directing the involvement of the younger generation in church activities.

This paper discusses the teachings of the Lord Jesus through a values ​​and love-based approach. Based on my understanding, the teachings of the Lord Jesus have a very important role in the methods that will be used by teaching staff or teaching staff. This paper analyzes the teachings of the Lord Jesus, recorded in the Gospels, not only as spiritual teachings, but also as a moral and pedagogical guide for educators. At the discussion stage, the New Testament shows Jesus as an extraordinary teacher, providing an important example in his life in the world. He not only demonstrated effectiveness and efficiency in his teaching model, but also had specific goals and strategies. His way of teaching is very unique and creative, using practical illustrations from everyday life so that it is easy for everyone to understand. The conclusion of this paper is that the Lord Jesus' teaching model provides a solid foundation for educational practice centered on values ​​and love. The principles he taught are not only relevant in a spiritual context, but also have powerful applications in modern education.

Pluralism refers to the attitude that although every religion has a different style, method or path, it leads to the same goal, namely God, so one of the goals of Pluralism is to build tolerance. This research is intended to provide an understanding that in our existence as a pluralist society we must respect and respect each other in order to create religious harmony and moderation. Diversity is certainly beautiful, but it is not impossible that in diversity there will be conflicts based on differences, so the understanding of pluralism emerges to make the nation aware that even though we are different in ideology, belief and culture, we are still both human and equally one nation, so that among we create a feeling of mutual appreciation and mutual respect, not tearing each other down. The author uses a descriptive qualitative research method with a literature study approach to see how Christianity is amidst Plurality. The Bible teaches that Christians must abstain from fleshly desires, and as servants of God must have a way of life that is good and right before God. The Christian attitude towards pluralism should emulate Jesus' attitude towards pluralism, namely respecting every difference by building mission and dialogue according to the context faced. Christians must be inclusive and open to diversity but remain strong and firm in their own faith.

The professionalism of CHG (PAK) teachers is a crucial element in improving the quality of education and shaping student character. The example expected of a PAK CHG teacher is holiness of life like Jesus Christ. This article outlines the relationship between the professionalism of PAK teachers and holiness of life as an example, as taught in the Bible. The research method used is qualitative, by collecting information from various sources of literature that can be accounted for academically. The results show that holiness of life according to the Bible refers to separation from sin and evil, and being like Jesus Christ who is holy. The professionalism of PAK teachers includes personality competence, where being a role model is a key aspect. PAK teachers are required to live in holiness and imitate the life of Jesus. Holiness of life becomes the foundation for the professionalism of PAK teachers, which is then implemented in providing examples to students. This study concludes that to achieve holiness of life, self-knowledge and self-control are needed, as well as awareness of the importance of obeying biblical teachings in daily life. Thus, being holy like Jesus is a true form of professionalism for PAK teachers

The professionalism of CHG (PAK) teachers is a crucial element in improving the quality of education and shaping student character. The example expected of a PAK CHG teacher is holiness of life like Jesus Christ. This article outlines the relationship between the professionalism of PAK teachers and holiness of life as an example, as taught in the Bible. The research method used is qualitative, by collecting information from various sources of literature that can be accounted for academically. The results show that holiness of life according to the Bible refers to separation from sin and evil, and being like Jesus Christ who is holy. The professionalism of PAK teachers includes personality competence, where being a role model is a key aspect. PAK teachers are required to live in holiness and imitate the life of Jesus. Holiness of life becomes the foundation for the professionalism of PAK teachers, which is then implemented in providing examples to students. This study concludes that to achieve holiness of life, self-knowledge and self-control are needed, as well as awareness of the importance of obeying biblical teachings in daily life. Thus, being holy like Jesus is a true form of professionalism for PAK teachers

In everyday conversation the word “criticism” usually has an unfavorable or negative meaning.  This word is often associated with a negative or bad assessment of something. But this can also have a positive impact. For example, art, literature, music, etc. In this case, criticism is a type of interpretation that seeks to systematically emphasize the properties of something. When applied to the Bible, this approach is often understood as a passive effort.  However, this textual critical approach is a systematic effort to understand the Bible by examining its form, content, and context, studying it, explaining it, and exploiting the benefits of understanding it from everyone’s point of view. Regarding the Gospel of John, there are several things you need to know about his theology. Jesus had several titles that need to be looked at and studied to know their true meaning. The author uses qualitative methods to examine the history in which Jesus faced the Jews and the Roman empire. As well as the teachings that Jesus gave to His disciples. 

Understanding the concept of Justification by Faith is crucial for Christians, as it enables them to gauge their comprehension and application of this doctrine in their lives. Many Christians have yet to fully grasp this foundational aspect of their faith. This study aims to elucidate the true significance of Justification by Faith by comparing the perspectives of Paul and James, which at first glance, seem contradictory. This research employs a literature review approach, involving the identification, classification, and analysis of relevant literature on the topic of Justification by Faith according to Paul, James, and Calvin. The study involves a hermeneutical analysis of biblical texts, a comparison of theological perspectives, and a systematic organization of findings. Paul asserts that justification occurs through faith, independent of works, as an act of God's grace (Romans 3:28, 4:5). The law reveals human sinfulness and the need for divine justification through faith in Christ. James emphasizes that genuine faith is demonstrated through works (James 2:24). He argues that faith without works is dead and insists on the necessity of works as evidence of true faith. Calvin integrates both perspectives, emphasizing that justification by faith is inseparable from the process of regeneration by the Holy Spirit. He views faith as a gift from God that leads to good works, the fruit of genuine faith. Justification by Faith is an act of God that can only be achieved through His grace and the sacrifice of Jesus Christ (Romans 4:5; 5:6). Faith is rooted in the truth of God's revelation in Christ, culminating in belief in His crucifixion and resurrection. Both Paul and James agree that faith and works are essential in a genuine response to God, with good works being the inevitable result of true faith. This study underscores the interconnectedness of faith and works, aligning with Martin Luther's assertion that good works are the fruit of righteousness. The comprehensive understanding of Justification by Faith involves recognizing it as a divine act that provides hope for salvation through faith, a gift from God facilitated by the Holy Spirit (Ephesians 2:8; Galatians 5:22).