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This article analyzes the word “seed” as a metaphor of God's word in Jesus' parables found in the Synoptic Gospels (Matthew, Mark, and Luke) with a semantic approach. The metaphor of “seed” in the context of first-century agriculture is used by Jesus to describe human responses to God's words, which are likened to different types of soil. This study explores the literal, metaphorical, and symbolic meanings of the Greek word σπόρος (sporos), and compares its usage in the three Synoptic Gospels to reveal differences in their narrative emphases. This study shows that the metaphor of “seed” not only describes the dynamics of spiritual growth, but also conveys a theological message about the importance of faith, perseverance, and readiness of heart in receiving God's word. As such, this article offers a new perspective that connects biblical and linguistic studies to deepen the understanding of Jesus' teaching.  

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.

Teenagers today are filled with a number of rapid technological changes and developments. From a financial perspective, teenagers at this stage have a growing ability to understand the principles of saving and spending money, not only the basics, but also long-term goals. The three main areas that parents should focus on are income, savings, and responsible spending (shopping or investment). Problems that often occur in society (including teenagers) are such as wasteful living (lifestyle), online loan debt, and being trapped in online gambling. The emergence of several entertainment venues, cafes, and angkringan makes spending difficult for teenagers to control. The methods used in this service are lectures, simulations, discussions and questions and answers regarding the usefulness and benefits of understanding financial literacy. The results of this service show the different nature and patterns of financial management of teenagers requiring presentation patterns that need to be adjusted. In the implementation of the activity, there were participants (some) who were more enthusiastic or serious about this series of training. Presenters (speakers) require the application of andragogy model learning. This model is intended so that the presenter (material provider) and participants are not bored, comfortable in communicating and feedback appears quickly. In the future, training or workshops will be more directed to more technical or specific, for example capital market investment, mutual funds or other investment models.

This research examines faculty resistance to the development of digital technology in education during the modern educational era. The aim of the study is to identify barriers and explore factors contributing to higher education institutions' resistance to the integration of digital technology. This study employs a mixed-methods approach, utilizing surveys to assess faculty attitudes toward digital technology and interviews to provide deeper insights into personal experiences and perceived obstacles. Data were analyzed using thematic analysis to identify common themes and patterns related to resistance among faculty members from various disciplines across different institutions. The innovation of this research lies in its holistic approach, integrating faculty perspectives and institutional policies, as well as professional development and training related to modern learning theories and the application of digital technology in education. The findings emphasize the need for tailored support and training initiatives to enhance skills and confidence in using digital technology, thereby addressing the specific issues and barriers identified by faculty. This integration of technology into teaching is crucial for enhancing effectiveness and improving the learning experiences of students in an increasingly digital era.   Keywords: , , 

This study aims to determine the performance of KCU Pintu Air by using the balanced scorecard method. This research method is a quantitative descriptive method. The data in this study were obtained from documentation in the form of financial reports and distributing questionnaires. The population in this study was KCU Pintu Air with a sample of a financial perspective in the form of financial reports, a customer perspective with a sample of 44 members, an internal business process perspective and a growth and learning perspective with a sample of 27 employees. The findings of this study show that the performance of KCU Pintu Air when measured using the balanced scorecard method results in a rating scale of 0.2 which lies between 0-0.6 which indicates that the cooperative's performance is quite good. The results of perspective calculations in the balanced scorecard are financial perspective calculations with unfavorable results, this is because most of the PEARLS ratio calculation results are in the bad category. The customer perspective shows good results, which are obtained from indicators of member retention and member acquisition which experience fluctuations and indicators of member satisfaction as much as 79% of members are satisfied with cooperative services. The internal business process perspective shows very good results, which are obtained from the results of the questionnaire with an operational efficiency indicator of 80% and an indicator of competitive position of 83%, which means that the respondents stated that they were very satisfied. The growth and learning perspective shows good results obtained from the results of employee satisfaction indicators as much as 91% of employees who express attitudes towards very high satisfaction, employee retention indicators that show good results and employee productivity indicators that experience fluctuations during the study period.

Indonesia is a country with a vast diversity of cultures, religions, and ethnicities, which makes it one of the most pluralistic societies in the world. Multicultural education is present as a strategic approach to instill the values of tolerance, inclusion, and social harmony in the midst of this diversity. This article explores the nature of multicultural education in Indonesia from the perspective of Islamic education, which emphasizes respect for differences as part of the sunnatullah. Through literature research methods, this article discusses the concept, implementation, and challenges of multicultural education in the national education system. The results of the study show that multicultural education can be implemented through the development of diversity-based curriculum, teacher training to manage multicultural classrooms, and the creation of an inclusive educational environment. The Islamic perspective provides a strong philosophical and normative foundation to support multicultural education, such as the teachings of the Qur'an and Hadith that emphasize the importance of tolerance and intercultural dialogue. However, the implementation of multicultural education faces challenges, including cultural resistance from exclusivity groups and limited resources in schools, especially in remote areas. This article recommends strengthening the socialization of multicultural values, developing contextual teaching materials, increasing teacher training, and allocating adequate resources as solutions to overcome these challenges. By integrating Islamic values in multicultural education, Indonesia can build a generation that is tolerant, inclusive, and able to maintain social harmony in the midst of diversity. This article contributes to enriching the discourse of multicultural education and offers practical solutions for its implementation.

The integration of video games into education has garnered attention for its potential to enhance learning experiences, particularly in fostering engagement and autonomous skill development. This qualitative study investigates EFL (English as a Foreign Language) learners' perceptions of using Disco Elysium, a narrative-driven role-playing game, as a supplementary tool for language learning. Data were collected through semi-structured interviews and thematic analysis, focusing on the experiences of EFL learners who engaged with the game's complex linguistic and narrative content. The findings reveal that participants perceive Disco Elysium as a unique and immersive learning medium, aiding in vocabulary acquisition, reading comprehension, and critical thinking. However, challenges such as the game's advanced vocabulary, cultural references, and morally complex themes were also identified. By centering on learner perspectives, this study contributes to the limited research on the role of narrative-driven games in language learning. The results provide insights into how such games can be integrated into educational contexts to complement traditional EFL learning methods.

This article explores the relationship between nationalism and Christian faith from a biblical perspective. Nationalism is often defined as loyalty to nation and state, while Christian faith centres on loyalty to God and His kingdom. In the Indonesian context, churches participated in the nationalism movement from the colonialism era until independence. Based on theological studies, the Bible provides insight that believers' primary loyalty should be to God, although they are also expected to be good citizens. This article uses a literature study method with a qualitative approach to analyse relevant biblical texts as well as related theological literature. The concept of nation in the Bible is examined from the perspective of the Old Testament, which focuses on the ethnic identity of the nation of Israel, to the New Testament, which expands the nation's identity into an inclusive community of faith. The article also highlights the ethical implications of nationalism for Christians, who should reflect the values of justice, love and sacrifice, and avoid exclusionary and xenophobic attitudes.

Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) have an important role in the Indonesian economy, including Warung Madura MSMEs. This research aims to analyze the development strategy of Warung Madura MSMEs from an Islamic economic perspective. This research uses a qualitative approach. Data collection techniques through in-depth interviews with Warung Madura owners and economic observers. A literature study was also carried out to explore the concept of Islamic economics and its application in developing MSMEs. The results of the research show that Warung Madura's MSME development strategy from an Islamic economic perspective offers a holistic and sustainable approach. By applying the principles of justice, sustainability, business ethics, human resource development and access to appropriate financing, Warung Madura can increase its competitiveness and contribute more to the local economy. It is hoped that this research can provide insight for stakeholders in formulating more effective MSME development policies and programs.

Restorative justice or restorative justice, is an approach that emphasizes restoring losses experienced by victims, reintegrating perpetrators into society, and repairing social relationships damaged by criminal acts. In contrast to the retributive approach which focuses on punishment as retribution for legal violations, this research aims to analyze the concept of mediation as an alternative for resolving criminal acts from a restorative justice perspective and the effectiveness of mediation in reducing the burden on the courts and increasing the efficiency of the criminal justice system. This research is a type of normative legal research that uses a conceptual approach. The data source used in this research is secondary data. The results of this research are that mediation as an alternative for resolving criminal acts from a restorative justice perspective has great potential to create more substantive and sustainable justice. Mediation is an effective tool for reducing the burden on courts and increasing the efficiency of the criminal justice system. By providing a faster, more cost-effective and flexible dispute resolution mechanism, mediation not only helps reduce the backlog of cases in court, but also creates more satisfactory solutions for victims and perpetrators.

Human Trafficking is a crime in the form of human transaction. In Indonesia order to ensnare perpetrators of human trafficking, we use Law Number 21 of 2007 concerning the Eradication of Criminal Acts of Human Trafficking. The purpose of this study is to determine and analyze the factors that cause human trafficking, the consequences of human trafficking crimes and how to overcome human trafficking crimes in the perspective of criminology, the negative impacts of human trafficking on the social environment. This study uses a normative legal research method, the data used is primary data. The analysis technique used is a qualitative approach. The results of this study are that human trafficking crimes seen from a criminological perspective can be associated with many things, including lack of awareness of poverty, low education, the desire to get rich quick, cultural factors, law enforcement. Human trafficking prevention can be classified into two types. Preventive prevention efforts are all efforts to reduce the space for movement and opportunities for crimes to be committed, and repressive prevention efforts are actions taken by law enforcement officers after a crime or criminal act has occurred. In eradicating and reducing trafficking, cross- country cooperation is also needed.

This research explores the role of digital technology and artificial intelligence (AI) in transforming Islamic family law practices, with a focus on efficiency, accessibility, and justice. This study aims to analyze how technology supports administrative processes, legal decision-making, and public literacy toward Islamic law. The method used is a multidisciplinary approach that integrates the perspectives of sharia law, technology, and ethics. The results show that digital technology improves efficiency through document digitization, online registration, and virtual hearings, while AI makes a significant contribution through big data analysis to understand family dispute patterns and offer algorithm-based recommendations. However, there are challenges related to algorithm bias, data security, and compliance with sharia values. The study emphasizes the importance of collaboration between scholars, technology experts, and legal practitioners to ensure the adoption of technology that is aligned with maqashid al-shariah, in order to create an adaptive and inclusive Islamic family legal system in the digital era.

The practice of dentists in Indonesia is an important concern in the health care system, especially regarding consumer protection. Dentists often provide services that exceed the limits of their authority, potentially endangering public health. This article aims to analyze the urgency of legal protection for consumers of health services in dental practices based on a normative perspective and the implementation of applicable regulations. This research uses normative juridical methods with statutory, conceptual and case approaches. The research results show that even though there are regulations such as Law no. 8 of 1999 concerning Consumer Protection and Minister of Health Regulation no. 39 of 2014, implementation is still less effective. This is caused by weak supervision, minimal public knowledge regarding consumer rights, and non-compliance by some dentists with regulations. Therefore, it is necessary to strengthen regulations, increase supervision by the government, and educate the public to realize optimal legal protection for consumers of health services.

The notary profession in Indonesia is experiencing a critical transformation driven by technological advancements, changing legal landscapes, and the imperative of modernization. This research comprehensively examines the current regulatory framework governing notaries, analyzing the multifaceted challenges and potential opportunities for substantive reform in the contemporary legal ecosystem.The study employs a mixed-method approach, integrating qualitative legal analysis, comparative research, and empirical investigation to provide a holistic understanding of the notary profession's evolving role. Through in-depth examination of existing regulations, stakeholder interviews, and comparative international perspectives, the research identifies key systemic barriers and innovative pathways for professional development.Critical findings reveal significant challenges, including technological adaptation gaps, regulatory inflexibility, and inconsistent professional standards. The research highlights the urgent need for a dynamic regulatory approach that balances traditional legal principles with emerging digital authentication technologies. Key opportunities emerge in areas such as blockchain-based document verification, comprehensive digital skills training, and adaptive professional development frameworks.The study proposes a comprehensive reformation strategy encompassing technological infrastructure development, professional skills enhancement, and regulatory modernization. Recommendations include establishing dedicated innovation units, implementing mandatory technology training programs, and creating flexible regulatory mechanisms that can rapidly respond to technological and professional landscape changes. By providing a nuanced analysis of the notary profession's current state and future potential, this research contributes critical insights to the discourse on legal professional modernization in Indonesia. The findings underscore the essential role of strategic, forward-looking reforms in ensuring the continued relevance, effectiveness, and integrity of notarial services in the digital era.

The Qur'an is the word of Allah SWT that discusses various types of knowledge, including science, hence the scientific values within the Qur'an exist, one of which is in Surah Al-Fatihah, verse 02. One interpretation of the Qur'an that discusses science is the work of Tantawi Jawhari, who has a different perspective in interpreting the Qur'an compared to most other scholars, making it a distinctive feature of scientific interpretation that is considered interesting. This interpretation utilizes images to provide understanding or viewpoints in offering explanations. This research employs a qualitative library research method, with the primary source being 'al-Jawahir fi Tafsir al-Qur'an al-Karim,' a work by Tantawi Jawhari. The results of this research indicate that Surah Al-Fatihah holds scientific perspectives in its entirety, one of which is illustrated in verse 02, explaining that there are many realms, including the upper and lower realms. The upper realm is filled with creatures such as aliens and other beings of Allah, while the lower realm consists of elements like the earth, oceans, and mountains, among which there are humans.

The film "Wicked," adapted from the novel by Gregory Maguire, offered a new perspective on the character Elphaba, who was known as the wicked witch in the classic story "The Wizard of Oz." This research aimed to explore how Elphaba's character challenged the negative stereotypes associated with her and highlighted the importance of representing complex characters in media. This study was descriptive in nature, employing a semiotic approach to analyze the signs and meanings contained within Elphaba's character, as well as the social critique implications that arose. The findings indicated that Elphaba was not merely perceived as a symbol of evil but also served as a representation of empowerment for marginalized individuals, reflecting the complexities of identity and the struggle against social stigma. Elphaba's character illustrated a journey of transformation from ostracism to self-acceptance, inspiring audiences to understand and appreciate diversity and the challenges faced by those considered different. The film invited viewers to reflect on how societal judgments were often based on physical appearance and encouraged them to celebrate differences. The implications of this social critique were significant, as they could foster empathy and positive change within society, as well as raise awareness of the importance of embracing individual uniqueness.  

This article critically examines the implementation of Law No. 35 of 2014 on Child Protection in Indonesia, focusing specifically on the challenges and strategies for protecting the rights of street children, with a particular emphasis on the context of Kendari City. Using a normative legal and socio-legal research approach, combined with a criminological perspective on vulnerability and exploitation, this study analyzes the effectiveness of the existing legal framework, educational interventions, and social support mechanisms. Key findings reveal that despite a strong legal foundation, significant gaps remain in the practical fulfillment of street children's rights due to socio-economic determinants, inadequate resource allocation, and coordination complexities. The article highlights the crucial role of non-formal education and victim-centered approaches in addressing child criminal exploitation. Comparative insights from international standards, such as the UNCRC and restorative justice principles, underscore the challenges of universal implementation while offering pathways for improved protection. Recommendations include strengthening inter-agency collaboration, expanding tailored education programs, and fostering greater community engagement to ensure a more just and protective environment for all children.  

This study examines murder cases triggered by romantic conflicts in Cipinang Prison, Jakarta. Using a qualitative approach, this research employed in-depth interviews with inmates and prison officers to explore the motives, processes, and social and psychological perspectives of the perpetrators. The findings reveal that romantic conflicts, such as jealousy, financial pressures, and feelings of being undervalued, are often the main triggers of violent acts leading to murder. Uncontrolled emotions and impulsive reactions exacerbate the situation, while the social environment, both before and during incarceration, plays a significant role in shaping deviant behavior patterns. The study also identifies various challenges in the rehabilitation process within the prison, including insufficient attention to the emotional needs of inmates and the negative influence of interactions with fellow prisoners. Referring to Differential Association theory, the study emphasizes that deviant behavior is often learned through negative social interactions. To prevent similar violence, emotional education, conflict management, and evaluations of individual-based rehabilitation programs are necessary.

This research aims to understand how secularization affects changes in religious identity and individual spirituality, as well as religious practices in modern society, through the perspective of the sociology of religion. Using a qualitative approach and literature review methods, this study presents the research process chronologically, keeping the research objectives focused, proving the problem statement, and discussing the relationship between theory, research questions, study focus, and its application in the context of specific societies. The findings show that secularization often leads to a separation between religion and daily life, resulting in a reinterpretation of religious and spiritual values. The sociology of religion explains how individuals and communities adjust their religious practices to remain relevant in an increasingly secular environment. This research also outlines various theoretical perspectives on secularization and its impact on religious identity and spirituality, as well as how religious practices are adapted in modern society. Through this study, it is hoped that a deep understanding of the dynamics between religiosity, spirituality, and secularization will be obtained, as well as their impact on religious identity and religious practices in modern society. The research emphasizes the importance of religion remaining relevant in the modern era and how religion can adapt to changing times to maintain balance and morality in an increasingly secular society.

This research aims to improve the ability of students at Az-Zahrah Islamic High School Palembang in recognizing the intrinsic elements of the short film entitled "Sekawan Limo" using YouTube as a medium. By taking advantage of advances in information technology, it is hoped that students can take advantage of digital platforms as an efficient learning tool. This training activity involves the introduction of intrinsic elements such as themes, characters, plots, settings, perspectives, and messages. The methodology used during the training includes initial tests, teaching material, watching movies, discussions, and assessments. The findings of this study show that there is an increase in students' understanding of the intrinsic elements of film after participating in training. The use of YouTube as a learning tool was declared effective in improving students' analytical skills.