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The role of women in Christian missions is often overlooked, despite church history and the Bible recording their significant contributions to the spread of the gospel. Mission is a calling for all believers regardless of gender, as stated in the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19-20). This study aims to highlight the role of women in missions from a biblical perspective and its application in today's church. Using a qualitative method based on a literature review, this study analyses various biblical female figures involved in missionary work, such as Mary Magdalene, Lydia, Deborah, Esther, and Priscilla.The results of the study show that biblical women have a wide range of roles in various aspects of spiritual and social life, whether as leaders, prophets, teachers, or supporters of ministry. Women like Deborah and Esther show that women's leadership is not alien to God's plan, while figures like Mary Magdalene and Lydia prove that women also had key roles in the spread of the gospel. In the early church, names like Phoebe and Tryfosa show that women have long been active in ministry. However, to this day, there are still challenges for women in church mission, including restrictive theological interpretations, patriarchal culture, as well as social stigma. Therefore, the church needs to reflect on the role of women in mission by considering an inclusive theological foundation and making more room for their involvement. This study confirms that without the contribution of women, church growth and the spread of the gospel will face greater challenges.

In today's life, humans are faced with various challenges. A mature way of thinking is needed. Critical thinking is one of the thinking processes that is qualified in seeing, reading, analysing and responding to situations and issues that require solutions. Critical thinking is the process of analysing, examining and formulating judgements based on deeper thinking in addressing matters that need to be revealed. In this study, using descriptive qualitative research methods through a library research approach. As a result, it was found that the purpose of critical thinking is to reveal the truth by attacking and eliminating everything that is wrong, to reveal the truth. In building a critical mind, humans need the right foundation. Both in terms of knowledge and religion. In research related to building critical thinking skills is through a religious approach, in this case the Christian faith. The Bible is the basis of Christian life. The Bible is the authoritative Word of God in Christian life. The Bible as the foundation of critical thinking reveals that building critical thinking skills requires: Wisdom; Transformation of the intellect; and Testing and Evaluating everything before it is accepted and applied in life.

This research analyzes the phenomenon of abortion in the context of modernization, emphasizing the Biblical perspective. Through a literature review and analysis of relevant Bible verses, this research aims to understand the Bible's view on abortion and its implications in an increasingly plural and complex modern society. This study will also explore how Biblical values ​​can provide an ethical basis for dealing with moral dilemmas related to abortion

This article discusses the theological understanding of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in 1 Corinthians 12:4-11, and its impact on the life of faith of Christians. The Apostle Paul emphasized the diversity of the gifts of the Holy Spirit given to every believer to build the body of Christ, namely the church. Although there are many different gifts, all come from one source, namely the Holy Spirit, and are intended for the common good. The theological view of Randy Frank Rouw highlights the important role of the Holy Spirit in the missionary service of the church, which enables people to sincerely accept Jesus and live His truth. This study uses a qualitative approach with a descriptive-analytical method to examine the understanding of the gifts of the Holy Spirit and its relevance in the context of the contemporary church. Data were obtained through a literature study with content analysis using the hermeneutic method, which provides an in-depth understanding of the meaning of these gifts in the historical and cultural context of the Corinthian congregation. The study also discusses how the modern church can apply these gifts wisely, considering the challenges faced by the contemporary church, such as differences in theological views and individualism. The results of the study emphasize the importance of a correct understanding of the gifts of the Holy Spirit in the life of the church today, with the aim of introducing Jesus Christ to the world and glorifying God. The diversity of gifts must be appreciated in the unity of the body of Christ, and each congregation is expected to use these gifts in love, complementing each other, and supporting the development of the church and society. This approach aims to provide practical guidance for the church in implementing the biblical teachings on the gifts of the Holy Spirit.

The Bible, God's word, is a major doctrine in the Christian faith. When reading the Bible you must submit to the system of understanding the Bible, reading the Bible then criticizing the Bible is the wrong system or method. Biblical criticism, both textual criticism and historical criticism, began to develop specifically during the enlightenment era. The author provides descriptive research methods and provides an explanation that the Bible has innerancy properties, and is a revelation from God, as well as exegetical studies of the Old and New Testaments provide authentic evidence.    

This study aims to understand and analyze the doctrine of the Bible as the foundation of Christian faith. The Bible plays a central role in various aspects of spiritual and ethical life for Christians. In the context of systematic theology, the doctrine of the Bible provides deep insights into the structure, authorship, and inspiration of this sacred text. This article examines several key issues, including the understanding of the doctrine of the Bible, the division of the books, the Bible’s authors, and the benefits and relevance of the Bible in spiritual life. Through an analytical approach to the doctrine of the Bible, this study seeks to elaborate on the role of sacred scripture in sustaining Christian faith amidst widespread false teachings and modern challenges.

Biblical doctrine is the theological foundation of the Christian faith. This research uses a library study method by reviewing various theological literature and the Bible as the main source. Biblical doctrine includes the concepts of the sufficiency, inspiration, and canonization of the Bible. Biblical sufficiency states that the Bible provides everything necessary for Christian faith and life, while biblical inspiration asserts that Biblical texts were inspired by the Holy Spirit. Bible canonization describes the process by which the books of the Bible are recognized as the authoritative Word of God. This research aims to strengthen understanding of Bible doctrine and emphasize the importance of returning to the Bible as the main source in Christian life.

Biblical doctrine is the theological foundation of the Christian faith. This research uses a library study method by reviewing various theological literature and the Bible as the main source. Biblical doctrine includes the concepts of the sufficiency, inspiration, and canonization of the Bible. Biblical sufficiency states that the Bible provides everything necessary for Christian faith and life, while biblical inspiration asserts that Biblical texts were inspired by the Holy Spirit. Bible canonization describes the process by which the books of the Bible are recognized as the authoritative Word of God. This research aims to strengthen understanding of Bible doctrine and emphasize the importance of returning to the Bible as the main source in Christian life.

The purpose of this study was to determine and analyze the factors that influence the low attendance of young people in attending Bible study services (PA) at GKPPD Mungkur, Siempat Rube District, Pakpak Bharat Regency. The research method used is qualitative research. The informant determination technique is data collection with certain considerations. The considerations in question are people who can provide information as expected by the researcher based on certain criteria that are in accordance with the research topic, in this case the researcher interviewed 12 young people from GKPPD Mungkur, Siempat Rube District. The data collection technique for this study is to use interviews and documentation in the form of images. Based on the results of the research that has been conducted, the author found that young people from GKPPD Mungkur still lack commitment to attending Bible study services, they still need support and encouragement and even good guidance from outside (external) in increasing their attendance at Bible study services. There are two internal factors (from within) and external factors (from outside) of the youth themselves. Internal factors include being busy (75%), waiting for friends' invitations (58%), not being confident/difficult to socialize (introvert) (0.8%), and also boredom/saturation (16%). External factors include distance (25%), family busyness (16%), leader/servant (51%), Science, Technology and Socialization (0.8%), not being on time (25%), and the last is because of less creative worship (16%). Based on the research results obtained by the researcher, it can be concluded that the most dominant factor that causes young people in GKPPD Mungkur to rarely attend Bible Study Services (PA) is due to busyness

In today's life, humans are faced with various challenges. A mature way of thinking is needed. Critical thinking is one of the thinking processes that is qualified in seeing, reading, analysing and responding to situations and issues that require solutions. Critical thinking is the process of analysing, examining and formulating judgements based on deeper thinking in addressing matters that need to be revealed. In this study, using descriptive qualitative research methods through a library research approach. As a result, it was found that the purpose of critical thinking is to reveal the truth by attacking and eliminating everything that is wrong, to reveal the truth. In building a critical mind, humans need the right foundation. Both in terms of knowledge and religion. In research related to building critical thinking skills is through a religious approach, in this case the Christian faith. The Bible is the basis of Christian life. The Bible is the authoritative Word of God in Christian life. The Bible as the foundation of critical thinking reveals that building critical thinking skills requires: Wisdom; Transformation of the intellect; and Testing and Evaluating everything before it is accepted and applied in life.

Gerakan Oikumene atau ekumenisme memiliki peranan penting dalam upaya menyatukan berbagai denominasi gereja Kristen, terutama dalam konteks pemahaman Alkitab. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis bagaimana konsep Oikumene dipahami dan diimplementasikan berdasarkan ajaran Alkitab, serta dampaknya terhadap kesatuan umat Kristiani. Metode yang digunakan adalah literature review, yang melibatkan pengumpulan dan analisis berbagai sumber literatur terkait Oikumene, ekumenisme, dan pemahaman Alkitab tentang kesatuan gereja. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Oikumene tidak hanya fokus pada kesatuan doktrin, tetapi juga menekankan nilai-nilai moderasi beragama yang berlandaskan pada kasih dan penghormatan terhadap perbedaan. Dialog ekumenis yang konstruktif dan kerja sama lintas denominasi menjadi kunci dalam mengatasi perpecahan dan memperkuat persatuan gereja. Selain itu, implementasi Oikumene di lingkungan pendidikan tinggi, seperti STAKPN Sentani, terbukti efektif dalam menciptakan harmonisasi dan kebersamaan di antara mahasiswa dari berbagai latar belakang gereja. Kesimpulan dari penelitian ini menegaskan bahwa Oikumene dalam pemahaman Alkitab dapat menjadi sarana efektif untuk mewujudkan kesatuan gereja yang harmonis dan inklusif, sekaligus memberikan kontribusi positif terhadap perdamaian dan keharmonisan masyarakat luas.

The purpose of this study is to determine whether the implementation of this Bible study has a positive and significant influence on the morals of the young men and women of GKPI Simpang Tiga Bahalimbalo, Paranginan Resort in 2022. The method used in this study is a quantitative research method. The population in this study were all young men and women at GKPI Simpang Tiga Bahalimbalo, Paranginan Resort in 2022 with a total of 52 people. Data were collected with a closed questionnaire of 30 items. The results of the data analysis show that there is an influence of the application of Bible study (PA) on the morals of young men and women at the GKPI Simpang Tiga Bahalimbalo Resort Paranginan in 2022: 1) Analysis requirements test: a) positive relationship test obtained rxy value = 0.563> rtable ( = 0.05, n = 52) = 0.297 thus it is known that there is a positive relationship between variable X and variable Y. b) Significant relationship test obtained tcount value = 4.819> ttable ( = 0.05, dk = n-2 = 50) = 2.000 thus there is a significant relationship between variable X and variable Y. 2) Influence test: a) Regression equation test, obtained regression equation Y ̂="22.53" + 0.53X. b) Regression determination coefficient test (r2) = 31.7%. Thus Ha is accepted and H0 is rejected.    

Tulisan ini membahas tentang konsep kelahiran baru dan kedewasaan rohani dalam pandangan pendidikan agama Kristen, dengan fokus pada ayat-ayat Alkitab seperti 1 Yohanes 3:9 dan 1 Timotius 4:12-14. Kelahiran baru dalam Kristus menandai transformasi spiritual yang mendalam, yang menciptakan identitas baru sebagai anak-anak Allah. Konsep ini memiliki implikasi signifikan dalam pendidikan agama Kristen, di mana transformasi ini harus tercermin dalam kehidupan sehari-hari seorang Kristen, termasuk dalam cara mereka bertindak dan berbicara. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pendekatan eksegesis untuk memahami makna mendalam dari ayat-ayat Alkitab terkait. Analisis eksegetis menunjukkan bahwa kelahiran baru menuntut perubahan etis dan hidup yang mencerminkan sifat Allah yang kudus. Selain itu, kedewasaan rohani diartikan sebagai kemampuan untuk menjadi teladan dalam perkataan, tingkah laku, kasih, kesetiaan, dan kesucian, seperti yang diajarkan Paulus kepada Timotius. Hasil dari penelitian ini menegaskan pentingnya pendidikan agama Kristen dalam membentuk individu yang tidak hanya memahami doktrin, tetapi juga mampu mengaplikasikannya dalam kehidupan nyata. Pendidikan ini diharapkan dapat menghasilkan generasi muda Kristen yang dewasa secara rohani, mampu menghadapi tantangan dunia dengan dasar iman yang kuat, dan berperan aktif dalam transformasi spiritual komunitas mereka.

Permasalahan dalam penelitian ini adalah mengenai bagaimana peranan wanita Kristen terhadap masa depan keluarga yang berhasil. Pertama, dalam sebuah keluarga, wanita memiliki peranan yang sangat penting. Wanita bertanggung jawab atas banyak hal, termasuk mengurus rumah, mendidik anak, menyediakan makanan sehat, dan tugas-tugas lain yang krusial bagi kesejahteraan keluarga. Kedua, masa depan keluarga adalah kondisi keluarga di masa mendatang yang sangat dipengaruhi oleh tindakan dan keputusan yang diambil saat ini. Oleh karena itu, peranan wanita dalam keluarga sangat menentukan bagaimana keadaan keluarga tersebut di masa depan. Ketiga, peranan wanita Kristen terhadap masa depan keluarga sangat erat kaitannya dengan nilai-nilai yang diajarkan dalam Alkitab. Wanita Kristen yang menjalankan perannya sesuai dengan Firman Tuhan dalam Amsal 31:10-31 dapat membawa masa depan keluarga yang indah dan berhasil dalam Tuhan. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguraikan bagaimana peranan wanita Kristen, berdasarkan Amsal 31:10-31, mempengaruhi masa depan keluarga. Strategi yang digunakan adalah metode kuantitatif dengan pengumpulan data melalui angket yang disebarkan kepada 13 responden. Angket tersebut berisi 24 butir pernyataan yang mengukur variabel Peranan Wanita (X) dan Masa Depan Keluarga (Y). Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa terdapat pengaruh yang signifikan antara variabel X dan variabel Y, dengan r hitung sebesar 0,310 yang lebih besar dari r tabel sebesar 0,265 pada taraf signifikan 0,05. Peranan wanita Kristen berdasarkan Amsal 31:10-31 terbukti memberikan dampak positif terhadap masa depan keluarga jemaat di GPIA Cibinong. Wanita Kristen yang baik, cakap, dan takut akan Tuhan, yang menjalankan setiap tindakan sesuai dengan perintah Tuhan, mampu membawa keluarganya menuju masa depan yang berbahagia dan berhasil. Hasil penelitian ini menegaskan pentingnya peranan wanita Kristen dalam membentuk masa depan keluarga yang sukses dan diberkati.

Anak-anak adalah anugerah terindah dari Tuhan yang harus dididik, dibina dan diajar sejak kecil. Didikan sejak kecil akan menjadi fondasi yang kuat bagi anak-anak dalam menjalani hidup mereka. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menguraikan bagaiman impelementasi belajar Alkitab pada anak berdasarkan 2 Timotius 3:15 dan menguraikan bagaimana kitab 2 Timotius 3:15 menjadi dasar bagi pertumbuhan kerohanian anak di Gereja Antioch Mission Church Tangerang. Adapun permasalahan dalam penelitian ini, melliputi kurangnya waktu anak dalam belajar Alkitab, kurangnya pemahaman dan pengetahuan anak tentang Firman Tuhan, serta pengaruh media sosial dan teknologi yang menjadi penghambat bagi anak-anak dalam membangun kerohanian mereka. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif dengan pengumpulan data melalui observasi, wawancara, studi dokumen, dan studi Pustaka. Dari hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa Implementasi belajar Alkitab pada anak sangat berdampak bagi pertumbuhan kerohani anak di Gereja Antioch Mission Church Tangerang. Melalui belajar Alkitab sejak dini, membantu anak-anak mengenal Tuhan Yesus Kristus, mampu memberikan mereka hikmat dan menuntun mereka kepada keselamatan oleh iman dalam Yesus Kristus. Untuk mengajarkan Alkitab pada anak, orang tua, guru sekolah minggu, dan gereja sangat berperang penting dalam membimbing, membina dan membentuk anak-anak untuk bertumbuh dalam pengenalan akan Tuhan Yesus Kristus dengan benar.

Penelitian ini mengkaji kontribusi kepemimpinan Nehemia terhadap Majelis Jemaat di Gereja Pantekosta Isa Almasih Indonesia Jemaat Filadelfia Bogor. Tujuan utama dari penelitian ini adalah untuk memahami bagaimana prinsip-prinsip kepemimpinan Nehemia dapat diterapkan dalam konteks gereja modern untuk meningkatkan efektivitas kepemimpinan dan pertumbuhan spiritual jemaat. Nehemia dikenal sebagai pemimpin yang mengandalkan doa, memiliki visi yang jelas, berdedikasi tinggi, dan mampu mengorganisir kerja sama dalam mencapai tujuan bersama. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode kualitatif deskriptif dengan mengumpulkan data langsung dari lokasi penelitian untuk memberikan gambaran situasi yang dihadapi jemaat. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kepemimpinan Nehemia memberikan inspirasi bagi majelis jemaat dalam memperkuat kehidupan doa, menetapkan tujuan yang jelas, menunjukkan ketekunan dan keberanian, serta pentingnya kolaborasi. Penelitian ini memberikan wawasan yang berharga tentang penerapan prinsip-prinsip kepemimpinan Alkitabiah dalam kehidupan gereja sehari-hari, yang dapat membantu memperkuat kepemimpinan gereja dan memotivasi jemaat untuk berpartisipasi aktif dalam pelayanan.

The aim of this research is to determine interest in reading and writing in young children through reading the Holy Bible. This research uses a library research method (Library Research) which aims to determine the influence of reading the Holy Bible in early childhood on interest in reading. The important role of parents in forming the foundation of spiritual knowledge. The family is a place where children experience mental, physical, emotional and social growth. A Christian family is a family that makes Christ the foundation and strong foundation of its family.

The Welhausen group teaches that eschatology is a concept that first appeared before the current post-exilic era. Many Bible scholars admit that the concept of God is closely related to the history of the salvation of the Israelites and gives them eschatological hope. The vision of eschatology in the Old Testament is a unique phenomenon that occurred in the Israeli nation and is not found outside of Israel because eschatology did not appear in religious communities that doubted God's guidance. Eschatology is the religious belief of the Israeli people which grew from their faith in God who provided salvation for their people

Living a Christ-based love is a significant challenge in a contemporary era filled with pressures from popular culture and social media influences. This article presents a biblical guide to finding a life partner with strong Christian principles as the foundation. A library study approach is used to scrutinize relevant theological and psychological literature, which provides insight into the biblical principles of love and their application in the modern-day context. Analysis of the literature shows that living a Christ-based love involves being faithful to values such as unconditional love, sacrifice, and commitment to God and each other. However, great challenges arise in maintaining faithfulness to these values amidst cultural influences that call for perfection and self-gratification. In response to these challenges, the practical guidelines resulting from this study emphasize the importance of corporate prayer, shared Bible reading, and openness to receiving the guidance of the Holy Spirit. These steps help couples to strengthen their relationship in Christ, overcome the obstacles they face, and live a love based on the love of Christ with confidence and sincerity.

Living a Christ-based love is a significant challenge in a contemporary era filled with pressures from popular culture and social media influences. This article presents a biblical guide to finding a life partner with strong Christian principles as the foundation. A library study approach is used to scrutinize relevant theological and psychological literature, which provides insight into the biblical principles of love and their application in the modern-day context. Analysis of the literature shows that living a Christ-based love involves being faithful to values such as unconditional love, sacrifice, and commitment to God and each other. However, great challenges arise in maintaining faithfulness to these values amidst cultural influences that call for perfection and self-gratification. In response to these challenges, the practical guidelines resulting from this study emphasize the importance of corporate prayer, shared Bible reading, and openness to receiving the guidance of the Holy Spirit. These steps help couples to strengthen their relationship in Christ, overcome the obstacles they face, and live a love based on the love of Christ with confidence and sincerity.