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Giving thanks is our way of acknowledging and thanking God for His promise that despite our hardships and sufferings He will never leave us. From 2 Chronicles 7:1-3 we can learn from Solomon where after finishing his prayer God responded by sending fire from heaven which was a sign of God's response to his prayer. Fire shows the glory of God that fills the temple outside and inside the temple and thanksgiving requires humility when offering burnt offerings and communion offerings where God also warns to build an altar which is a reminder of God's mercy and forgiveness to man. God wants us to be a house of prayer, Christians who are called houses of prayer are Christians who like to pray, praise and worship God people who have a close relationship with God at all times, having a close relationship with God means not only talking to God, but we must also be able to hear God's voice.

The reign of Ahab and his wife Jezebel was a time of spiritual crisis in Israel. Ahab did what was evil in God's eyes more than all those who preceded him (1Kgs. 16:30), he worshipped Baal and the gods that caused God's heartache and Elijah, the prophet sent by God in response to Ahab and Jezebel's deeds. Elijah opposed the worship of Baal. Elijah's integrity was seen in the great mission he carried out he followed what God commanded him but God's care for him did not escape God to provide what he needed and to do that God commanded him to bring food to Elijah in his hiding place. The research method used is the analysis of biblical texts, with a descriptive approach of analysis and literature review Descriptive analysis researchers use to describe God's providence to the prophet Elijah during the drought in Israel. Today, man as God's creation often doubts God's providence and is even able to do bad things before Him to fulfill his desires. Through Elijah it can be seen that if we believe and follow what he commands, God will take care of his created life and provide for his needs

This research discusses the role and leadership characteristics of a Servant of God in the Christian context, especially in the church environment. Leadership of God's Servants is analyzed through the concepts of service leadership, spiritual mindset, and example. The research method used is a qualitative study which reflects the reality faced by a Servant of God in his ministry. The research results show that the leadership of God's Servants includes aspects of service that are based on the service model of Jesus Christ. Christian leaders are expected to have the qualities of humility, service, and selflessness. Leadership of God's Servants also requires a spiritual mindset that involves insight, wisdom, and commitment to God's Word. Apart from that, the leader's example is an important key in shaping the character of the congregation and having a positive impact on the surrounding environment.

Menurut penelitian, budaya dan tradisi Jawa merupakan akulturasi berbagai aspek seperti agama, kepercayaan, situasi sosial, lingkungan, dan geografi, bukan sekadar produk asimilasi atau perubahan tertentu. Tanpa menghilangkan budaya lama, sejumlah variabel bersatu menciptakan budaya dan adat istiadat tertentu. Pulau Jawa masih banyak menjalankan adat istiadat kunonya, seperti Slametan, Ritual Sedekah Bumi, Ruwatan, Grebeg Sura, dan masih banyak lagi yang lainnya. Pendekatan yang digunakan dalam penelitian Tradisi Ruwat Bumi di Desa Paningkaban adalah Pendekatan folklore dengan metode deskriptif kualitatif. metode deskriptif kualitatif  Ruwat bumi di desa Paningkaban merupakan syukuran bersama sebagai bentuk rasa syukur kepada Tuhan yang Maha Esa dan wujud menghormati leluhur yang sudah ada. Pada intinya Tradisi ruwat bumi merupakan syukuran sebagai bentuk rasa syukur warga masyarakat Desa Paningkaban, tradisi ruwat bumi dilaksanakan 8 tahun sekali pada bulan sura, tetapi hari dan tanggalnya menyesuaikan dan tidak harus sama seperti tahun-tahun sebelumnya

Nowadays, there are many Christians who only listen to God's word but do not do it or who are said to be more concerned with their fleshly desires, one of which is: slandering fellow humans, rather than doing what God wants them to do. This article aims to explore the meaning of the writing in the letter of James about hearing and doing the word of God. This research uses a qualitative approach, by analyzing various sources such as books, novels, and updates related to the topic of this article. The results of the analysis see the importance of a servant of God interpreting the call to serve God for a positive impact on Christians today. A servant of God must be a blessing and an example in all aspects of life so that the congregation truly becomes a listener and doer of God's word and also believes that there is a God. The contents of this article are presented to make readers aware, especially God's servants, to serve God wholeheartedly and be role models for the congregation, not with other motivations but for the glory of God in enriching themselves to be true and good listeners and doers of God's word.

Abstrak – Pengetahuan dasar tentang pengenalan Tuhan sangat penting dalam pertumbuhan anak-anak yang beragama Kristen, karena firman Tuhan menjadi kebutuhan pokok bagi mereka. Kegiatan Sekolah Minggu telah disediakan untuk memfasilitasi pengetahuan anak-anak tentang pengenalan Tuhan. Namun, dalam proses pembelajaran, seringkali terdapat kendala seperti kurangnya media peraga dan kurangnya variasi kegiatan, yang dapat menghambat minat anak-anak dalam Sekolah Minggu. Game edukasi merupakan salah satu bentuk media digital yang dapat membantu kegiatan Sekolah Minggu dalam proses belajar dan mengajar. Game ini dapat menarik perhatian anak-anak dengan menggabungkan konsep belajar dan bermain. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk merancang aplikasi game edukasi yang dapat memudahkan pengajar Sekolah Minggu dalam menyampaikan materi dengan baik, serta membantu pengajar untuk mengevaluasi pemahaman anak-anak tentang materi yang telah disampaikan. Aplikasi game ini dirancang dan dikembangkan menggunakan Adobe Animate dengan Action Script 3.0 dan metode prototyping. Hasil penelitian ini adalah aplikasi game Sekolah Minggu berbasis Android yang diberi judul "Sunday Fun-Day", yang dapat membantu pengajar Sekolah Minggu dalam memberikan gambaran langsung tentang materi yang disampaikan.

James 1:12-15 is a Bible verse that delves into the meaning of trials and their impact on modern-day servants of God. The verse underscores that trials are a part of life, testing one's faith and character. In this context, the meaning of trials is the tests or challenges faced by every individual, including servants of God, and its implications are significant for their outlook and behavior. The verse teaches that those who endure through trials will receive blessings in the form of the "crown of life," symbolizing the promised gift of eternal life from God for the faithful. Contemporary servants of God must understand that trials are not tools employed by God to tempt humanity into sin but are rather part of life experiences that may arise from human wickedness or complex situations. The most important implication for servants of God is their personal responsibility in facing trials. They should not blame God or circumstances but should reflect on their personal role in maintaining their integrity, obedience, and faith. Servants of God are expected to seek strength and guidance from God, hold fast to His Word, and resist the temptations of sin. Trials can also be used by God to shape character and foster spiritual growth in servants. By enduring and learning from trial experiences, servants can grow stronger in their faith and become better equipped to serve others. Therefore, James 1:12-15 reminds contemporary servants of God to possess perseverance, obedience, and vigilance when facing trials, recognizing them as opportunities for spiritual growth and the receipt of blessings promised by God.

James 1:12-15 is a Bible verse that delves into the meaning of trials and their impact on modern-day servants of God. The verse underscores that trials are a part of life, testing one's faith and character. In this context, the meaning of trials is the tests or challenges faced by every individual, including servants of God, and its implications are significant for their outlook and behavior. The verse teaches that those who endure through trials will receive blessings in the form of the "crown of life," symbolizing the promised gift of eternal life from God for the faithful. Contemporary servants of God must understand that trials are not tools employed by God to tempt humanity into sin but are rather part of life experiences that may arise from human wickedness or complex situations. The most important implication for servants of God is their personal responsibility in facing trials. They should not blame God or circumstances but should reflect on their personal role in maintaining their integrity, obedience, and faith. Servants of God are expected to seek strength and guidance from God, hold fast to His Word, and resist the temptations of sin. Trials can also be used by God to shape character and foster spiritual growth in servants. By enduring and learning from trial experiences, servants can grow stronger in their faith and become better equipped to serve others. Therefore, James 1:12-15 reminds contemporary servants of God to possess perseverance, obedience, and vigilance when facing trials, recognizing them as opportunities for spiritual growth and the receipt of blessings promised by God.

The purpose of this study was to determine the meaning of the fear of God in Proverbs 1:7. The research method in writing this scientific paper is a qualitative method, namely with the Reader Response Criticism (PRC) approach. Based on the results of the author's interview that has been conducted with 10 Alpha Generation Children at GKPPD Kuta Kerangan who became informants for research in the field, it can be seen that in the initial discussion there were 4 out of 10 informants, 40% of whom the author interviewed had read the text, and 2 out of 10 informants, 20% had read the text for the first time. There are 4 out of 10 informants, 40% of whom have never read the text. Then the author also asks if there is an interesting word in the text of Proverbs 1:7? 7 out of 10 informants responded by saying an interesting word for fear and 3 out of 10 said an interesting word in Proverbs 1:7 for fool. The author can conclude that there are 4 out of 10 informants, 40% who are quite diligent in worshiping and participating in church activities (PA), and 6 out of 10 informants, 60% who are less active in church and worship activities. But in the study, although 4 out of 10 informants who were fairly diligent in worship, it was not determined how he responded to the text correctly, so that 7 out of 10 informants, 70%, only 3 out of 10 informants, 30% responded correctly to the text. The Alpha generation children in Aceh Singkil can be said to not know exactly how to fear God in their lives. As said by Risnawaty Sinulingga (2010) and Matthew Henry (2013) that the fear of God in question is everything that must be known, that God must be respected, served, and worshiped, thus the meaning of fearing God is part of a good character that avoids evil, and obeys His commandments.

Hak asasi manusia merupakan sebuah hak fundamental yang diberikan oleh tuhan TME. Kepada sebuah individu yang disebut manusia. Hak asasi ini tidak diberikan dan dicampurtangani oleh pihak eksternal, karena HAM merupakan sebuah hak yang menjadi keharusan atau kodrati dari seorang manusia sejak ia lahir. Dalam hak dasar manusia, kita juga mengenal mengenai hak untuk tinggal di lingkungan yang sehat. Untuk mendapatkan lingkungan yang sehat, harus adanya sebuah rasa sadar diri untuk senantiasa selalu menjaga lingkungan hidup. Pelestarian lingkungan hidup dibutuhkan agar alam selalu Lestari dan terjaga, karena dalam praktisnya, manusia sangat berhubungan dan berkaitan satu sama lain dengan alam dan sangat membutuhkan alam sebagai tempat tinggal manusia, sehingga pelestarian lingkungan hidup juga berkaitan dengan Hak asasi manusia. Penelitian ini menggunakan studi kepustakaan dengan pendekatan yuridis normatif.

Suatu tindakan atau perbuatan yang berkaitan dengan pemenuhan kebutuhan yang dilakukan dengan cara-cara  melanggar hukum yang berakibat kerugian keuangan negara, daerah maupun keuangan suatu perkumpulan organisasi,    dilakukan secara sengaja maupun tidak, atau dilakukan secara pribadi maupun kelompok, termasuk kategori perbuatan korupsi. Perbuatan korupsi tidak akan terlepas dari latar belakang yang mempengaruhinya. Perbuatan korupsi sangat dominan dilakukan karena pengaruh gaya hidup bukan karena semata untuk menutupi kebutuhan pokok. Dengan lemahnya sistem pengawasan, perangkat manajemen dan administrasi juga masih memberikan peluang untuk terjadinya tindakan korupsi. Sebagai manusia yang memiliki hati nurani dan memiliki kepercayaan kepada agama, manusia juga memiliki rasa takut akan murka dari Tuhananya, maka pendekatan agama perlu dilakukan untuk  meminimalisir tindakan korupsi sangat diperlukan. Dengan pendekatana agama secara naluriah manusia akan tersentuh sekaligus  menghindari tindakan-tindakan yang mengandung resiko kemurkaan Tuhan kepadanya.

Suatu tindakan atau perbuatan yang berkaitan dengan pemenuhan kebutuhan yang dilakukan dengan cara-cara  melanggar hukum yang berakibat kerugian keuangan negara, daerah maupun keuangan suatu perkumpulan organisasi,    dilakukan secara sengaja maupun tidak, atau dilakukan secara pribadi maupun kelompok, termasuk kategori perbuatan korupsi. Perbuatan korupsi tidak akan terlepas dari latar belakang yang mempengaruhinya. Perbuatan korupsi sangat dominan dilakukan karena pengaruh gaya hidup bukan karena semata untuk menutupi kebutuhan pokok. Dengan lemahnya sistem pengawasan, perangkat manajemen dan administrasi juga masih memberikan peluang untuk terjadinya tindakan korupsi. Sebagai manusia yang memiliki hati nurani dan memiliki kepercayaan kepada agama, manusia juga memiliki rasa takut akan murka dari Tuhananya, maka pendekatan agama perlu dilakukan untuk  meminimalisir tindakan korupsi sangat diperlukan. Dengan pendekatana agama secara naluriah manusia akan tersentuh sekaligus  menghindari tindakan-tindakan yang mengandung resiko kemurkaan Tuhan kepadanya.

Human resource development strategy is the most absolute thing to do in an organization. This service was carried out on 40 prospective servants of God (Pdt). Several things that can be used to improve HR strategy, one of which is increasing leadership and commitment in service. The results of this service show that prospective servants of God can apply HR development strategies in order to improve their service.

In human history, changes have always occurred, so everyone must be able to keep up with changes in order to adapt. For example, in terms of technological progress, the changes are increasingly unstoppable. In general, the most popular digital technology today is social media. The purpose of writing this article is to discuss how God's people can utilize technology in an effort to maximize the application of divine mission (Misio Dei) for the world in the digital era. With this, the research method used by the author is a qualitative research method. For this reason, the Servant of God needs to utilize social media as a tool to spread the gospel message and promote it. They need to have an effective strategy for using social media, such as creating interesting and relevant content, interacting with congregations online, and utilizing social media features to spread church messages. Servants of God need to keep abreast of technological developments and adopt the latest technologies that are relevant to the mission of the church. Because, this article aims to provide guidance and inspiration to God's people on how to use technology effectively and responsibly in the context of ecclesiastical missions.

In human history, changes have always occurred, so everyone must be able to keep up with changes in order to adapt. For example, in terms of technological progress, the changes are increasingly unstoppable. In general, the most popular digital technology today is social media. The purpose of writing this article is to discuss how God's people can utilize technology in an effort to maximize the application of divine mission (Misio Dei) for the world in the digital era. With this, the research method used by the author is a qualitative research method. For this reason, the Servant of God needs to utilize social media as a tool to spread the gospel message and promote it. They need to have an effective strategy for using social media, such as creating interesting and relevant content, interacting with congregations online, and utilizing social media features to spread church messages. Servants of God need to keep abreast of technological developments and adopt the latest technologies that are relevant to the mission of the church. Because, this article aims to provide guidance and inspiration to God's people on how to use technology effectively and responsibly in the context of ecclesiastical missions.

The vital role of God's servant in leading the congregation towards spiritual health. God's servant has an important responsibility in leading the congregation towards spiritual health in building a strong community in Christ. God's servant plays a leadership role in directing the congregation towards spiritual health. Spiritual health is an important goal in the life of a quality church that involves providing accurate teaching, encouraging congregations to study God's Word, and helping to apply the principles of faith in daily life.

There are actions of God's servants that are not in accordance with the true meaning of service in shepherding the congregation, and the importance of the meaning of Shepherd God's sheep to be significant for the life and service of God's servants. This article aims to explore the meaning implied in the writings of the Apostle Peter about the importance of shepherding God's church, and can build the personality, morals and spirituality of the church. This research uses a qualitative approach, by analyzing various sources such as books, novels, and updates related to the topic. The results of the analysis see the importance of God's servants interpreting the call to serve God to have a positive impact on the revival of the church. A servant of God must be able to be a blessing and example in all aspects of life so that the congregation truly believes that there is a God. The contents in this article are presented to make readers especially servants of God aware to serve God wholeheartedly, not with other motivations but for glory for God's name. This research is expected to contribute thoughts for God's servants in enriching themselves to become true Shepherds for God's Sheep friends.

There are actions of God's servants that are not in accordance with the true meaning of service in shepherding the congregation, and the importance of the meaning of Shepherd God's sheep to be significant for the life and service of God's servants. This article aims to explore the meaning implied in the writings of the Apostle Peter about the importance of shepherding God's church, and can build the personality, morals and spirituality of the church. This research uses a qualitative approach, by analyzing various sources such as books, novels, and updates related to the topic. The results of the analysis see the importance of God's servants interpreting the call to serve God to have a positive impact on the revival of the church. A servant of God must be able to be a blessing and example in all aspects of life so that the congregation truly believes that there is a God. The contents in this article are presented to make readers especially servants of God aware to serve God wholeheartedly, not with other motivations but for glory for God's name. This research is expected to contribute thoughts for God's servants in enriching themselves to become true Shepherds for God's Sheep friends.

God and human  have a complex relation that often creates paradox. The paradox appears because  human being doesn't completely understand God's mean behind His rules. So, in this research, the author will explain paradox of the characters in Semua Ikan di Langit, a novel written by Ziggy Zesyazeoviennazabrizky in reflecting the relation of human and God. The data collection method used in this research is read and note method. Then the data was Analyzed  with qualitative method. The result of the research shows that Beliau, a character that resemble God, has a God's power  who is omnipotent, but on the other hand, is also not perfect. However, this imperfection occured because Bus Damri and Nad as servants did not fully knowing about Beliau. This imperfection is only a misunderstanding since the servants didn't know Beliau completely. The human relationship with God is also illustrated in the figures of Bus Damri and Nad who represent obedience and betrayal. In addition, the relationship between God and human can occur because  human being is reliant on God , which was reflected in the character of the Farmer. Hopefully,  this research can be useful  for further studies      

Dewasa ini atheisme telah menjadi suatu pilihan hidup seseorang, sama seperti kepercayaan kepada Tuhan adalah suatu pilihan pribadi bagi seseorang melalui suatu agama. Atheisme yang berkembang dewasa ini memiliki sejarah yang panjang. Hal itu tidak lahir begitu saja atau hanya lahir dari buah pikiran seseorang. Deretan nama-nama penting dalam sejarah turut melahirkan atheisme modern. Tidak dapat disangkal atheisme telah mempengaruhi cara hidup dan cara berpikir dewasa ini. Atheisme bukan secara sederhana berarti suatu penyangkalan terhadap eksistensi Allah. Atheisme itu sendiri memiliki arti yang kompleks dan memiliki relasi dengan agama. Sebagai sebuah aliran pemikiran yang mempengaruhi hidup seseorang, atheisme sering kali berlawanan dengan konsep-konsep teologis yang lahir dari sebuah agama dan pada akhirnya menyangkal Tuhan.