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The increasing prevalence of occult practices within Indonesian society, including among church congregations, from a biblical theological perspective. The study employs a qualitative method, analyzing both Old and New Testament scriptures and conducting interviews with church members and leaders. Findings reveal that occultism-defined as beliefs and practices related to supernatural powers-has existed since ancient times and continues to evolve in modern society. The Bible strictly prohibits all forms of occultism, considering them abominations before God and detrimental to spiritual life. Involvement in occult practices leads to spiritual decline, disrupted relationships with God, and various spiritual and social problems. This article highlights the crucial role of the church in providing sound theological understanding and practical solutions to protect congregations from the influence of occultism.

Christian education has played a significant role in shaping individual character, thought, and morality across the globe. One of the most influential figures in this field is Ignatius Loyola (1491-1556), founder of the Society of Jesus (Jesuits). Loyola’s educational philosophy, rooted in Catholic spirituality, emphasizes discipline, character formation, and the integration of faith and intellect. The purpose of this study is to explore the theological foundations of Christian education according to Ignatius Loyola, outline the core principles of his educational thought, and examine its relevance to contemporary Christian education. Data were collected through a literature review of books and scholarly articles. Loyola’s approach, known as Ignatian education, focuses on holistic development-spiritual, intellectual, and social-embodied in the principle of "cura personalis" or care for the whole person. His model has profoundly influenced Catholic educational institutions worldwide. The findings highlight that Ignatian pedagogy not only nurtures academic excellence but also fosters a spirit of service and commitment to God. This research provides insights for educators and institutions aiming to implement Christian values in modern educational settings.

This community service program aimed to enhance the theological competence of novice catechists and community guides at Santo Krisologus BSB Parish Semarang, focusing on understanding and articulating Catholic Fundamental Beliefs, particularly the Credo. Based on observations from January-August 2024, a gap was identified between high enthusiasm for service and the competency readiness of novice faith proclaimers. The program employed an integrative methodological approach combining interactive lectures, question-and-answer sessions, and participatory observation, accompanied by multi-stage evaluation. Results showed significant improvements in participants' doctrinal understanding and pedagogical abilities, reflected in the quality of theological discussions and the formation of sustainable learning communities. The main challenge identified was the complexity of articulating Trinitarian dogma in contemporary pastoral contexts. This program produced a replicable catechist formation model while affirming the importance of an integrative approach in faith proclaimer development.

This article examines the concept of wisdom in Proverbs 1:7 as an ethical guideline for the growth of Christian faith. In the midst of modern challenges such as moral relativism, secularization, and the crisis of spiritual authority, a re-understanding of Biblical wisdom becomes a significant theological urgency. Through a hermeneutical-theological approach, this study integrates exegesis of the text of Proverbs 1:7 with contextual analysis and ethical reflection to show that the “fear of the LORD” is the epistemological and moral foundation of the believer's life. Wisdom, in the biblical sense, functions not only as a rational faculty, but also as a divine gift that shapes character, deepens relationship with God, and enables believers to live ethically in society. The results show that the growth of true Christian faith is reflected in an active spirituality and ethical actions that are rooted in a God-fearing relationship. Thus, Proverbs 1:7 is not only a theological basis, but also relevant as a practical principle in shaping an authentic and transformative Christian life in the contemporary era.

The existence of various views on the Incarnation of Christ often causes confusion. Each view provides different arguments. Therefore, a biblical study is needed to provide answers based on biblical principles. The methodology applied is exegesis. Exegesis is a way to interpret the Bible by emphasizing different approaches in the analysis of the original languages of the Bible as the main foundation. In this way, a biblical truth is obtained that can answer the various views that exist. The term incarnation comes from the Latin incarnatio which is composed of in and carnis (in the flesh). This term comes from the Greek translation “σὰρξ sarx sarcosis. Literally, σὰρξ sarcosis means to become flesh. Flesh is literally the muscular part that covers the bones of the human body. Synecdically (a figure of speech that uses a part of something to represent the whole or vice versa, to create a rhetorical or creative effect), it means the physical body as a whole flesh, which is related to the scope of the human worldly situation or mortal nature, earthly descent, blood ties, ethnic groups, and races. In general, this term gives the impression of weakness, fragility, mortality, and participation in human nature. The term σὰρξ – sarx sarcosis is closely related to the opening of the Gospel of John which reveals the word that became flesh (John 1:14). The term flesh (Greek: σὰρξ sarx) in biblical terminology refers to humans with all their anthropological dimensions. In theological terminology, The incarnation is a historical fact that explains that the invisible God, who spoke His word to humans, now clearly appeared as a human being. Jesus Christ is the Word of God who became flesh (John 1:14)

The Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20) says that the Lord Jesus commanded His disciples to preach the gospel and also applies to us as believers to carry out the Great Commission. In preaching the gospel, there are many risks and challenges that missionaries must face and most likely that is what makes most people afraid to preach the gospel, so they prefer to remain silent and keep the good news to themselves. We need to study mission figures who made their lives historic for others when they preached the gospel in a place. Through their experiences, they can give us motivation and enthusiasm to participate in preaching the gospel. The researcher will discuss an evangelistic figure named Nommensen. In his childhood, Nommensen once heard a story about a missionary told by his teacher named Callisen, since then he began to be interested in an event in the story, namely about the struggle to free backwardness, slavery of poor children. In general, Nommensen is known as a famous German evangelist in Indonesia. Because the fruit of his hard work was the establishment of the largest church in the Batak Toba ethnic group. Namely the Church called Huria Kristen Batak Protestan (HKBP). The success of evangelism carried out by Ludwig Ingwer Nommensen in Tanah Batak is one of the most prominent examples in the history of missions in Indonesia. This study explores Nommensen's evangelism strategy from the perspective of evangelism theology, by highlighting how his inculturative, educational, and social service approaches contributed to the acceptance of Christianity among the Batak people.    

The understanding of Jesus Christ in the Bible is very diverse and is reflected in the various titles given to Him. Each title used by the biblical authors indicates a certain aspect of Jesus' identity and mission according to their historical and theological context. This research is a qualitative research using the literature study method. This research was conducted to analyze the Diversity of Christological Experiences in the Bible.

The development of Christology in the first century, from up to the 5th century, shows how the Church formulated the true teachings of Jesus Christ on different theological agendas in the middle. This struggle not only strengthened the understanding of Christ's identity, but also served as a basis for Christian faith in understanding the operation of salvation. This research is a qualitative research using the literature study method. The research was designed to analyze the development of Christology from the first century to the fifth century, especially in understanding how theological thinking about Jesus Christ developed in church history.

This study examines the education of Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah theology, focusing on its concept, classification, and implementation in Muslim life. Using a literature review method, this research explores primary Islamic sources, such as classical theological books, along with modern academic references that explain the 20 Attributes (Sifat 20) in Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah doctrine. The analysis is conducted descriptively and critically to understand how this theology is taught and applied in various aspects of life. The findings reveal that theological education plays a crucial role in shaping Muslim beliefs and character while maintaining relevance in the Islamic education system. This study also recommends more effective teaching strategies for comprehending and internalizing Ahlus Sunnah Wal Jamaah theology.

This study aims to determine how big the relationship between the influence of mentors in reducing loneliness for students living in the dormitory of the Jakarta Ecumenical Theological College. This study uses quantitative research methodology and uses a survey research design. This study has a population of 110 people with a sample size of 84 people consisting of students living in dormitories. This study uses the Isaac and Michael table with a 5% error rate. In this study, researchers collected data by distributing questionnaires in the form of questionnaires and this data was analyzed using computer programs, namely Ms. Excel and SPSS 20.0 for windows. Based on the results of the hypothesis test that the researcher has conducted, this study shows that there is a significant relationship between the influence of loneliness in reducing loneliness experienced by students living in dormitories with the results of the linear regression test of 55.2% with an r square of 0.552. This can indicate that there is an influence of mentors in reducing loneliness in students of the Jakarta Ecumenical Theological College who live in dormitories.

Spiritual transformation in the context of social theology has become an important subject in the struggle to build justice and protection for women and chisssldren. This paper aims to investigate the role of spiritual transformation in creating sustainable social change and bringing justice to vulnerable women and children. Spiritual transformation also provides a strong moral and ethical foundation for building legal systems and policies that protect women and children from violence, exploitation and discrimination. Through a holistic

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

This study explores the concepts of the visible and invisible Church using a qualitative approach with theological and historical methods. The invisible Church is understood as the true spiritual fellowship of all believers, known only to God, while the visible Church refers to the tangible institution that includes buildings, congregations, organizational structure, and leadership. Throughout Christian history, perspectives on the nature of the Church have varied—some emphasize its spiritual and universal aspects, while others focus on its organizational and institutional dimensions. Through the analysis of biblical passages such as Ephesians 1:22–23 and Colossians 1:18, along with theological insights and historical development, this study finds that a proper understanding of the Church must encompass both dimensions. Misinterpretation between these two concepts can lead to a limited understanding of the Church. The study affirms that the Church is not confined to formal institutions but is also the body of Christ comprising all true believers worldwide. By understanding the balance between the visible and invisible Church, Christians are encouraged to live in unity, strengthen their faith, and take an active and responsible role within church life. This understanding offers a broader perspective for living a more holistic and impactful faith life.

This study aims to analyze the mission methodology applied by Joseph Kam in evangelizing Maluku in the 19th century. Using a practical historical approach, this study explores the strategies used by Joseph Kam, such as home visits, health services, education, and Bible translation, and how these methods were adapted to the local cultural context. This research method involves literature studies and analysis of relevant historical sources to describe the social and religious context at that time. The main findings of this study indicate that Joseph Kam's mission methodology is highly contextual and effective in reaching the Maluku community, and has had a long-term impact on the development of the church in the region. This study also highlights the relevance of Joseph Kam's methods for contemporary evangelism, especially in terms of a sensitive approach to local culture.

This research examines the role of social theology in building spiritually-based ecological awareness amid global environmental crisis. Through a qualitative approach with literature study and content analysis methods, this research explores how religious values can contribute to environmental conservation efforts. The results show that social theology has significant potential in transforming the paradigm from anthropocentrism to spiritual eco-centrism through reinterpretation of religious doctrines and development of environmentally conscious spiritual practices. This study identifies several practical implementation models such as eco-pesantren programs and integration of environmental education in religious curricula. Despite facing challenges such as resistance to new interpretations of religious texts, the research finds great opportunities in increasing global awareness and support from mainstream religious institutions. This research recommends developing environmental theology curricula, strengthening networks between religious communities and environmental movements, and increasing research on religion-based ecological practices.

Every day we often hear pornographic news in the mass media, social media, TV, etc. Moreover, with the existence of Android phones, it is easy to access pornographic things, especially among teenagers. That is why there are many cases of fornication, rape due to the release of the consequences of what they watch. It is inevitable that this does not happen because it has been facilitated by cellphones for every teenager. Those who are not yet old enough to know about sex according to their age, make it too early to learn about sex. Teenagers spend more time with cellphones so that they forget to do their work because they are so engrossed. That is why, in this case, parents need to accompany their children in using gadgets so that they can be controlled later in using their Android phones. We hear and see day by day, cases of sexual harassment occur and are increasing regardless of the place whether it is at home, school, public facilities, even in places that are considered sacred. We can see when we watch TV, underage children are the victims of pornography. Not a few have to deal with the police and end up being looted. Pornographic acts are also clearly shown without wearing clothes. There is no longer a sense of shame and reluctance to show off one's body aura to the media for the sake of a morsel of food that must be risked. No thought is given to the negative impacts of all this. By watching freely, the morals of the young generation are damaged, of course the targets are children, teenagers who are still fragile in their stance. They are still easily tempted by things that smell of porn. Several years ago, the government blocked porn sites but the fact that we see is that there are still those who can access them. We do not know what caused why they can still be accessed easily. Is the government not serious enough in handling this problem? Or is it because of someone's skill in fiddling with how to find the site? We leave that question. Now the most important thing is to fortify ourselves with faith in God, for parents, accompany your children in using Android, provide positive activities at home, etc.

This article examines the impact of the digital era on theological methodology through the lens of the philosophy of science. Utilizing a qualitative-descriptive approach based on literature review, the study explores the relationship between theological epistemology and the development of information technology. The article asserts that the philosophy of science plays a crucial role in reinforcing the methodological foundations of theology to address challenges of the digital era, such as information plurality, authority crises, and the simplification of truth. Furthermore, the study provides strategic recommendations for reconstructing theological methods by critically, innovatively, and responsibly leveraging digital technology.

This study investigates Paul's theological views regarding the concepts of salvation and redemption in the context of the New Testament. The primary focus is an exploration of the transformative theology underlying Paul's teachings and its impact on Christian spiritual beliefs and practices. Through analysis of Paul's writings, this research aims to open a deeper understanding of how Paul's concepts of salvation and redemption provide the basis for inner and moral change.

This article is titled "The Role of Theology Students as Agents of Change in Realizing Church Unity in the Modern Era." Church unity is a fundamental principle in Christianity that emphasizes the importance of collaboration among denominations. In today's increasingly pluralistic society, divisions and conflicting theological perspectives pose significant challenges to constructive dialogue and cooperation among churches. Therefore, theology students have a significant role in advocating for unity through the Ecumenical movement. Using qualitative research methods that focus on library data collection, this article explores how theology students can contribute to fostering dialogue, initiating social service projects, and utilizing social media to promote messages of unity. Their active involvement in these efforts is expected to bridge gaps, reduce stereotypes, and enhance collaboration among churches. Through these initiatives, theology students not only gain a deeper understanding of church unity but also become transformative agents who embody the values ​​of love and cooperation. As a result, the church can emerge as a more united witness in the world, reflecting the inclusive love of Christ.  

The statements of Jesus on the cross represent a deeply theological aspect that must continue to be studied, understood, and applied in today’s Christian ministry. Christian ministry must not ignore the meaning of Jesus’ holy suffering as an expression of His sacrifice to redeem sinful humanity. Unfortunately, there are still some who question the authenticity of this suffering, even believing that the one who was crucified was not Jesus, but one of His disciples or another person. This perspective stands in opposition to the core teachings of the Christian faith.This study aims to narrate the peak quality of Jesus’ holy suffering through His seven last sayings on the cross. The research uses a qualitative method with a library research approach and grammatical analysis of biblical texts. Data were collected from theological literature and analyzed in light of biblical implications concerning the idea of Jesus’ suffering.The findings show that each statement of Jesus on the cross holds profound theological meaning and reflects God’s eternal plan for the redemption of human sin. A grammatical analysis of these texts strengthens the understanding that Jesus’ suffering is not only a historical event but also bears a deep spiritual significance essential for human salvation. Therefore, the teaching of Jesus’ words on the cross must become an integral part of church ministry today to strengthen the faith of believers in the truth of the Gospel.