Kata Imparta nama jurnal Imparta dapat diartikan sebagai peranan Pendidik memiliki kewajiban untuk menanamkan moral yang kuat kepada didikannya. Scope dan Focus dari jurnal Imparta sebagaimana yang telah dipaparkan pada Jurnal Imparta. Jurnal Imparta ini akan terbit pada Juli dan Januari setiap tahunya. Jurnal Imparta ini dikelola secara profesional oleh program studi pendidikan agama Kristen dan diterbitkan Unit Penelitian dan Pengabdian Kepada Masyarakat Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Tabgha Batam
UPPM Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Tabgha Batam
OPTIMALISASI SINERGI ANTARA PEMERINTAH DAN GEREJA DALAM PERENCANAAN ANGGARAN UNTUK KEGIATAN KEAGAMAAN KRISTEN DI KOTA BATAM
This study aims to explore and analyze the optimization of synergy between the government and the church in budget planning for Christian religious activities in Batam City. Religious activities play a vital role in character building and maintaining harmony among citizens. While the church serves as a center for moral and social development and the government has a constitutional responsibility to support religious freedom, challenges in creating optimal synergy still exist. The lack of clarity in roles between the government and the church, as well as inadequate coordination mechanisms, hinder collaboration. This research utilizes a qualitative method with a case study approach to gather data through in-depth interviews and document analysis. The findings indicate that effective synergy can be achieved through participatory budget planning involving both parties from the outset, as well as the application of innovations in budgeting schemes and transparency principles. The recommendations produced from this research include establishing a Permanent Consultation Forum between the Government and the Church, creating special budget categories for social-religious activities, and developing technical guidelines for partnership. Through these measures, it is expected that the synergy between the government and the church will provide positive impacts for the multicultural community of Batam City, creating a more harmonious environment and optimizing the quality of life for its residents.
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MEMBENTUK KARAKTER KRISTIANI YANG TANGGUH DI ERA SOCIETY 5.0 : PERAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN
This study examines the role of religious education in shaping resilient Christian character in the era of Society 5.0, where rapid technological and informational developments present complex challenges. Religious education plays a crucial role in building mental and social resilience while providing a strong moral foundation for the younger generation. Data from the Central Bureau of Statistics (BPS) show that 70% of Indonesian adolescents experience mental pressure due to the rapid technological advancements, highlighting the importance of holistic education. Findings from Satya Wacana Christian University reveal that students actively involved in religious education demonstrate more positive social behavior. Additionally, the use of technology in religious education increased by 40% during the COVID-19 pandemic, offering opportunities for innovative learning. However, only 30% of religious education teachers have received specialized training, indicating the need for educational reforms to enhance teaching quality. This study underscores that effective religious education can shape Christian character capable of facing the challenges of the Society 5.0 era.
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MENJADI GURU YANG TANGGUH DALAM PERSPEKTIF KRISTIANI: STUDI HUMANISASI PERAN PENDIDIK DALAM KONTEKS PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN MASA KINI
The role of teachers in education is not limited to the delivery of material and theory but also involves shaping the character and faith of students, particularly in the context of Christian Religious Education (CRE). In an era of rapid development, teachers face numerous challenges such as professional pressure, technological advancement, and a crisis of humanity in educational relationships. Therefore, there is a need for resilient teachers—both in terms of faith and character. This study aims to examine teacher resilience from a Christian perspective using a humanization approach to education. The formal object of this study is Christian Religious Education, while the material object is teacher resilience, understood as a manifestation of perseverance, faithfulness, and divine calling. The research method employed is qualitative, utilizing literature reviews from theological and pedagogical sources. The findings indicate that teacher resilience in the Christian faith is rooted in a deep relationship with Christ, a spirituality of service, and an understanding of one’s vocation as an educator. This study emphasizes that faith formation and character development are essential aspects in addressing the humanitarian crisis in today’s educational landscape. The research contributes to the development of a CRE curriculum that focuses on the holistic human needs of both teachers and students.
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KOMPETENSI KEPRIBADIAN GURU DALAM PERSPEKTIF IMAN KRISTEN BERDASARKAN KITAB GALATIA 5:22-23
Of course, competence in a teacher must be present, because this is an absolute requirement for him and also has the aim of providing knowledge and skills to students. Moreover, the knowledge provided must touch their cognitive, affective and psychomotor domains. Personality competency is also the main foundation for a teacher and is the capital for setting a good example. Personality competency also greatly influences the surrounding environment in which a teacher interacts and the influence exerted will produce a good impact. From a Christian perspective, of course it is very connected when a teacher's personality is linked to the truth of God's word. God's words in the book of Galatians explain how a believer must have the fruits of the Holy Spirit to change and equip his life so that he can give something good to others. This is no exception for a teacher, who of course must have the nine fruits of the Holy Spirit to make himself a better person. The more specific aim is that a teacher, apart from providing a good example, also provides knowledge of a spiritual or spiritual nature to provide a valuable value for his students because a teacher, especially a teacher who teaches Christian religious education subjects, is very closely related to spiritual matters.
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PENDIDIKAN AGAMA DAN UPAYA PENGUATAN KERUKUNAN UMAT BERAGAMA
Religious harmony is an important foundation for social stability and national integration in Indonesia, which is known as a multicultural and multireligious country. This article aims to examine the strategic role of education in building inter-religious harmony through a literature study approach. Using a descriptive qualitative method, this study analyses various academic sources published in the last 10 years that discuss tolerance education, religious moderation, and multicultural education. The results of the study show that formal and non-formal education play a significant role in instilling the values of tolerance, mutual respect, and interfaith dialogue. The practice of interfaith education in elementary schools has proven to be effective in forming an inclusive character from an early age. In the context of Christian religious education, the values of love, forgiveness, and respect for human dignity are the basis of religious moderation that is relevant to a pluralistic society. However, the implementation of interfaith education still faces challenges such as ideological resistance, limited teacher training, and a curriculum that is not fully multicultural. This article recommends the development of an interfaith curriculum based on universal values, teacher training in a multicultural approach, and the integration of interfaith activities in the educational environment. Education that is designed in a contextual and reflective manner can be a transformative instrument in building a peaceful, equitable, and inclusive society.
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Tantangan dan Peluang Pendidikan Agama Kristen bagi Generasi Alpha di Era Teknologi di Kota Batam
This study aims to identify the challenges and opportunities in implementing Christian Religious Education (PAK) for Generation Alpha in the technological era, particularly in Batam City a dynamic industrial and port city with complex social structures. Generation Alpha is the first generation to be born into a fully digital environment, resulting in unique characteristics in learning, thinking, and the formation of faith-based values. Using a qualitative approach through a literature study method, this research analyzes various academic sources and relevant materials related to generational development, digital learning theories, and current PAK practices. The findings reveal that the primary challenges of PAK for Generation Alpha include declining spiritual attention, the dominance of instant digital media, and the disparity in teachers’ abilities to adapt to technology. On the other hand, significant opportunities arise in utilizing technology as a means of conveying faith values through creative approaches such as gamification, interactive media, and project-based learning. This study highlights the urgent need to transform PAK methods and curricula to be contextual and relevant to the digital world. Teachers, parents, and Christian educational institutions in Batam must collaborate to develop an interactive and value-driven model of PAK. Future research is recommended to explore the empirical effectiveness of digital media in shaping the faith character of Generation Alpha.
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KESENJANGAN TEKNOLOGI DAN TRANSFORMASI SOSIAL: STUDI PENGARUH AI PADA PENDIDIKAN DI BATAM
This study aims to analyze the impact of inequality in access to technology on student motivation, engagement, and learning outcomes in Batam, as well as explore the influence of artificial intelligence (AI) on their social skills. Inequality of access to technological devices and the internet has the potential to hinder the use of AI in education, worsen academic achievement, and widen the gap in learning and career opportunities in the future. This study uses mixed methods, with quantitative surveys to measure the level of technology access of students, teachers, and parents, as well as qualitative interviews to understand the social and emotional impact of AI use. The results of the study show that students with limited access to technology face obstacles in utilizing digital learning resources, which has an impact on motivation and academic achievement. Although AI is able to improve learning personalization, its use also poses new challenges, such as the decline in direct communication capabilities due to the dominance of digital interactions. Based on these findings, the study recommends strategic measures, such as improving technology infrastructure, device lending programs, and digital skills training for students and teachers. The conclusion of the study emphasizes the need for a balanced approach between technology and social skills development to create an inclusive and equitable learning environment. The implication is that education policies need to support equal access to technology and smart technology integration, so that all students can take optimal advantage of the potential of AI without losing essential social skills in facing the challenges of the modern era
KETETAPAN DAN PERATURAN DALAM KITAB ULANGAN 12-28 SERTA IMPLEMENTASINYA DALAM PEMBINAAN WARGA GEREJA
In the explanation of the Book of Deuteronomy 12-28, it tells about the decrees and regulations given by the Lord God to the Israelites and this was conveyed through Moses. This is conveyed with the aim of guiding their lives in obedience to Allah and the formation of a just society. These provisions cover various aspects, ranging from correct worship, social rules, family law, to instructions regarding moral and ethical life. The discussion in these articles emphasizes the importance of pure worship of God, protection of the weak, and enforcement of just laws in Israeli society. In the context of contemporary church life, the implementation of these decrees and regulations can be seen in the formation of church members which includes moral teaching, strengthening the discipline of Christian life, as well as applying the values of justice and love in relationships between congregations. This formation serves to strengthen faith, build solidarity, and form Christian character that prioritizes living in truth, love, and perseverance towards God. Thus, even though these regulations were revealed in the context of ancient times, the values contained in them are still relevant and can even be implemented in the guidance that the church carries out for the lives of the congregation entrusted to the church so that they experience changes in life and growth. spiritually and obtain the teachings of God's Word to use as a guide and testimony for the life of the congregation
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PERANAN GURU SEKOLAH MINGGU SEBAGAI PEMBIMBING ROHANI ANAK USIA 5-11 TAHUN DI PERSEKUTUAN DOA ANAK PUTRI TUJUH BATAM
This study aims to determine the Role of Sunday School Teachers as Spiritual Guides in Children's Prayer Fellowship for Children's Worship Interests. The role of Sunday school teachers in educating and guiding children is a very important foundation for forming their character into children who fear God. The research method used is a qualitative research method by conducting interviews with 6 participants. The results of the study are that Sunday school teachers' understanding of the importance of building positive character in children aged 5-11 years is very deep and involves various psychological, social, and spiritual dimensions. The form of involvement of children aged 5-11 years in the Seven Batam Children's Prayer Fellowship in building positive character in children is very varied and reflects a conscious effort in building positive character through a comprehensive and interactive spiritual experience. The role of Sunday school teachers in building positive character in children aged 5-11 years in the Seven Batam Children's Prayer Fellowship involves many responsibilities, teachers are not just teachers or activity facilitators, but they are educators who are committed to guiding children in the process of character formation that is thick with moral and ethical values ​​in the context of religion.
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INKULTURASI IMAN: DINAMIKA BUDAYA DAN TEOLOGI PENTAKOSTA DALAM KONTEKS MODERN
This article examines the relationship between Pentecostal theology and local culture in the context of faith inculturation, with the aim of understanding the challenges faced by Pentecostal churches in reaching culturally diverse communities. The research employs a qualitative method with a literature review approach, analyzing theological literature, the Bible, academic journals, and relevant articles. The discussion focuses on how Pentecostal churches can integrate the teachings of the Gospel with local culture without compromising theological essence, considering obstacles such as cultural dualism, fear of syncretism, and the lack of cultural understanding among church leaders. The author also explores the example of Jesus in interacting with culture, emphasizing that culture can be used to convey the divine message without undermining the essence of God's word. In conclusion, faith inculturation in Pentecostal theology allows the church to remain relevant to the local cultural context through appreciation of local traditions that do not contradict Christian teachings, while maintaining fidelity to the Bible and the guidance of the Holy Spirit.
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PENDIDIKAN KELUARGA BAGI MASA DEPAN ANAK YANG GEMILANG (MENURUT AMSAL 1:8-9)
Every parent wants the best for their child. For this reason, parents usually provide education in the form of teaching, advice, guidance and examples for their children so that they grow and develop well in order to obtain a good future. As Christians, parents will provide the best upbringing for their children in accordance with the teachings of the Bible which is a life guide that is useful for teaching, declaring mistakes and for correcting behavior and for educating people in truth (2 Tim 3:16). Children should follow the teachings and advice of their parents for their own good. As written in Proverbs 1:8-9, which reminds children to follow the teachings and advice of their parents, so that they get decorations in the form of beautiful bouquets for their heads and necklaces for their necks. Therefore, it is interesting to know how important education is for children as written in Proverbs 1:8-9 for the child's future. This research was carried out in the form of an exegesis by analyzing the contents of the Bible focusing on three topics related to the contents of the book, namely the author book, date and place of writing of the book and the reader of the book. Investigating these three topics helps the interpreter understand the contents of the related book or, conversely, the contents of the book help the interpreter find answers to these three topics, then by becoming more familiar with these three topics the interpreter is more likely to understand the purpose of the book being written. Apart from that, literature searches were also carried out from various books and other sources to strengthen the research. Based on the results of the research, assisted by literature searches, it was concluded that children who follow their father's teachings and follow their mother's teachings will have a brilliant future, because glory will follow them. This is because every child who adheres to the upbringing and teachings of his parents will always try to do their best. This will certainly have an impact on the success of their lives, and even obtain glory from God.
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ANAK BERKEBUTUHAN KHUSUS: TANTANGAN DAN PELUANG DALAM PENDIDIKAN TANPA DISKRIMINASI DI TK KRISTEN TABGHA NARWASTU BATAM
Children with special needs often face various challenges in proper education without discrimination, such as accessibility, curriculum adjustments, and social stigma. Education based on non-discrimination aims to provide an equal and friendly learning environment for all children, including those with special needs. In its implementation, various educational obstacles such as limited resources for students with special needs, lack of training for teaching staff, and inadequate infrastructure often hinder this process. However, education for children with special needs without discrimination also offers great opportunities, including positive social development, improving academic skills according to individual needs, and contributing to the acceptance and appreciation of diversity in society. With the right support from the government, schools, families and communities, the challenges of non-discriminatory education for children with special needs can be overcome, allowing every child to reach their maximum potential.
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APLIKASI PUJIAN PENYEMBAHAN DALAM MENGATASI MASALAH KECEMASAN DI MASA LANJUT USIA DI IBADAH USIA EMAS (UMAS) GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA BATAM CENTER
ABSTRACT The purpose of this research is to determine the application of praise and worship in overcoming the problem of anxiety in old age at the golden age service (umas) of the Bethel Indonesia Tabgha Church, Batam Center. Various problems arise in old age, one of which is anxiety. The problem of anxiety in the elderly is a serious problem that must be considered because it can increase the risk of disease and lead to death. Worship praise is the right solution in dealing with the problem of "anxiety" in the elderly. The power of praise and worship is very powerful and extraordinary, able to overcome "anxiety" in the elderly so that the elderly gain new strength, and are able to accept the reality of past conditions with the various changes they are currently experiencing. The elderly believe that their days will be fine, and they will experience joy and peace. This research uses a qualitative method with a literature review approach, and a descriptive method with a data collection process through interviews, observation and documentation of five participants. Based on the results of the research and data analysis carried out, it was concluded that the application of praise and worship has an influence in overcoming anxiety problems in the elderly. In determining the application of praise and worship in overcoming anxiety in the elderly, it is necessary for the elderly to understand how important it is to get closer to God through praise and worship.
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PERAN PENDIDIKAN ANAK DI GEREJA BAGI PEMBENTUKAN CALON PEMIMPIN BERINTEGRITAS
Children are the next generation of a nation, in the sense that the older group will later be replaced by the younger group who will continue everything in this life. They have a strategic role in the continuation of life. On a smaller scale, namely for the church, children are also the beginning of future generations who will carry on the sacred message, and will have an important role in the development of the church and state in the future. The better the teaching given to children from an early age, the better the future development of the church will be in order to create future leaders who are good, ethical and have high integrity. This research will discuss the role of children's education in the church in the formation of future leaders with integrity. The research was conducted qualitatively, through literature studies and also biblical research with analysis of the Bible related to education and church services in the field of children. Children's ministry, especially in spiritual teaching services according to God's Word, is very important because it is one of the responsibilities of the church. However, the church has challenges in providing education, namely challenges in the form of cultural context and secular environment, limited resources, technology, participation and also parental commitment. Facing these challenges, the church needs to develop creative, relevant and inclusive educational strategies and programs to meet the needs of children in their spiritual growth. It involves close collaboration between church leaders, staff, volunteers, and the church community as a whole. The church must provide repeated teaching in the form of teaching moral values, building character, cultivating exemplary leadership and developing spiritual awareness. Through strong and consistent spiritual education, children can grow into leaders with integrity, ready to lead with justice, honesty and love, and become inspiring role models for others.
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STRATEGI PENGINJILAN DALAM MENINGKATKAN MINAT PEMUDA BERIBADAH DI GEREJA KRISTEN KUDUS INDONESIA MUJIZAT TELAGAPUNGGUR
Regarding strategy, it’is always related to obtaining results or achieving goals, therefore it is important to have an evangelism strategy or discipleship service for church growth. The current situation in service activities and youth worship activities at GKKI Mujizat Telaga Punggur is not good and requires more intensive education what researcher have seen so far. This research uses qualitative methods and the informants in this research are five young people who were able to collect data from interviews. The results of the research found youth problems such as low time and spiritual discipline, responsibility in carrying out service tasks and not yet fully structured guidance in groups of young people. The purpose of this research is to describe how the process of this evangelism strategy influences young people's interest in worshiping at GKKI Mujizat Telaga Punggur, because evangelism is very important for church growth. There are lot of obstacles that hinder young people from attending youth worship at church, apart from the lack of availability of things to support the smooth running of worship as well as inadequate human resources. So there are several evangelism strategy efforts that need to be implemented, there are also forms of increasing interest in worship that need to be implemented and whether the impact of the evangelism strategy is in line with the hopes and plans to be achieved. So that we can find out how the implementation or application of the evangelism strategy offered goes according to plan and has an impact on the ministry and even the growth of the youth population.
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GEREJA SEBAGAI UMAT TEBUSAN ALLAH YANG BERDAMPAK BAGI KOMUNITAS
This study aims to understand the church as God's redeemed people who have an impact on the community. The church that has been redeemed by Jesus Christ must have a life that grows both in faith and in the practice of that faith. Pentecostals live the stages of Christianity called the Fivefold Gospel. The Christian life of Pentecostals must have an impact that is manifested in a practice of community life. The method used is qualitative descriptive. The results of this study explain. God's redeemed people must understand and also live in the Fivefold Gospel. The characteristics of the redeemed church must be an implementation of the church's task, namely preparing people who are worthy of God. Pentecostals must have an impact on the community in which they live (living in a community).
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Implementasi Keadilan Sosial Perspektif Amos Bagi Gen-Z
Humans are faced with countless kinds of social problems, one of which is the problem of social justice. The practice of social injustice has been going on for centuries, including in the nation of Israel. The Bible clearly writes how the prophet Amos voiced justice and rebuked injustice committed by religious leaders and the Northern Kingdom of Israel. The principle of justice is respect for a person's life. The church as an organizer of social justice has a responsibility to embrace the entire life of the congregation, including generation Z, which currently has the largest population in Indonesia. This research aims to highlight the role of the Church as an organizer of social justice for generation Z. The research method used is a qualitative case study with an example from one of the churches in the Kelapa Gading area, North Jakarta. The research results show that the Church can uphold social justice by developing the lives of generation Z, by teaching God's Word and providing the necessary training through the Training Center. So, through the establishment of the Ensample Training Center, the Church has taken a role in implementing social justice for generation Z.
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MANFAAT EVALUASI PEMBELAJARAN NON TES PADA MATA PELAJARAN PENDIDIKAN AGAMA KRISTEN BAGI PESERTA DIDIK
Sudah menjadi keharusan bagi seorang guru untuk mengetahui dan juga melakukan evaluasi dalam pembelajaran yang dia lakukan karena hal ini merupakan salah satu kompetensi mendasar yang harus dikuasainya sehingga menjadi tanggung jawabnya sebagai pendidik. Kompetensi ini harus sesuai dengan tupoksi guru bidang pembelajaran tersebut yaitu melakukan Penilaian pembelajaran yang meliputi penilaian hasil belajar. Dengan melakukan penilaian maka guru yang menjadi pengelola kegiatan pembelajaran dapat menilai keterampilan peserta didik, ketepatan metode yang digunakan, demikian juga berhasil tidaknya peserta didik mencapai keterampilan yang ditentukan. Dalam melakukan Proses penilaian memiliki tujuan untuk memperoleh informasi yang akurat tentang kompetensi, kualitas seseorang atau suatu objek yang dinilai, dan dalam praktiknya selalu digunakan dua pendekatan yang berbeda, yakni tes dan non tes. Teknik non tes ini dipakai untuk melengkapi kelemahan yang terdapat pada teknik tes. Teknik non tes ini meliputi beberapa hal didalamnya yang antara lain observasi, wawancara, angket,penugasan dan beberapa metode lainnya. Evaluasi pembelajaran Nontes memberikan manfaat yang sangat menguntungkan bagi pendidik dan juga peserta didik karena didalamnya memberikan kesempatan untuk melakukan pendekatan, terjalinnya hubungan, terbangunnya komunikasi dua arah dan sekaligus mendapatkan apa yang mau dituju.
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KONSEP KEKUDUSAN MENURUT IMAMAT 18 DAN IMPLIKASINYA TERHADAP KONSELING PRANIKAH KAUM MUDA DI GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA BATAM CENTER
Pre-marital counseling is an activity held for unmarried parties, in connection with their wedding plans. These parties come to the counselor to make their decisions so that they are more stable and can make better adjustments in the future. Marriage counseling or what is commonly called marriage counseling is an effort to help the prospective bride and groom. Marriage counseling is carried out by professional counselors. The goal is that they can develop and be able to solve the problems they face through ways of mutual respect, tolerance, and communication, in order to achieve family motivation, development, independence, and the welfare of all family members. The purpose of personal counseling specifically has the main and foremost goal in mentoring, namely introducing the counselee to Jesus Christ with the power of the Holy Spirit and the grace of God and helping the counselee to become like Christ. This counseling is a service process so that the counselee has a life change and experiences recovery from the intervention of the Holy Spirit and accepts the Lord Jesus as a personal Savior so that the counselee lives and grows in a better spirituality. This service can be done by a counselor or a servant of God to help church members free from dark powers. Through this counseling service, the counselor will check the personal acceptance of Jesus; confession to God; ask forgiveness from God; deliverance prayer service; convinced of a new identity in Christ. Discipleship ministry (follow up) is very important for people who have just been released from the bonds of dark power. The strategy that the church must do is to make disciples or guide personally so that the counselee knows more about Jesus and grows more in Jesus Christ. Holiness is a state or quality of being holy. Holiness is a sign of a believer's spiritual life that must be continuously strived for, including ethical behavior. The Christian life and holiness are an inseparable unity in the believer. God's holiness has a lot to do with the people He chooses. Election/covenant is a unique expression of God's holiness. Because God is holy, God also requires His people to live holy lives (Leviticus 11:44). God shows His holiness in His actions for the salvation of the people He has chosen (Num. 20:13).
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PENTINGNYA PENDIDIKAN KARAKTER SEJAK DINI UNTUK MENYELAMATKAN GENERASI
The term character education is two words that have an important role in human life, whoever is big or small, old and young need it. When these two words are combined, they will provide a deeper understanding and are also expected to bring change in human life. Education is an effort that humans do intentionally to get or discover something new which of course further complements human knowledge. Character is a form of action or action carried out by humans and it can be seen from the results of these human actions if the action gives birth to a form of kindness then it will be judged that the person's character is good but if the human action does not produce something good then the human it will have a value that is not good and can be said to have a bad character. Children are the hope of the family and can even be the hope of the nation so that with all efforts the family will make it so that their children have a good character and attitude. So by teaching character education from an early age it will bring children to good deeds as well so that every child is protected from actions or actions that can harm themselves or even others. In this way, children who are the next generation will be saved from being trapped in this world by equipping them with character education from an early age
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PERAN PEMAHAMAN AMANAT AGUNG TERHADAP KEPEDULIAN PENGINJILAN PRIBADI DI PEMUDA GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA BRIDE OF CHRIST BATAM
The purpose of this research is to find out how the understanding of the Great Commission plays a role in caring for personal evangelism in the youth of Bethel Indonesia Bride Of Christ Church Batam so that the Youth of Bethel Indonesia Church Bride Of Christ Batam have the enthusiasm and courage to carry out personal evangelism as part of the Great Commission. This research is descriptive qualitative research and the resource persons in this research are the Bethel Indonesia Bride Of Christ Batam Church youth who were taken randomly. Research data was collected through in-depth interviews using the coding method. The data obtained was then analyzed using the stages of condensation, data display, drawing conclusions. The research results show that understanding the Great Commission plays a role in caring for personal evangelism in the Bethel Indonesia Bride of Christ Batam Church Youth, which is a natural expression of living Christianity. Jesus Christ is the pioneer of mission itself. God's plan in His eternal sending is to bring transformation and liberation to humans and all of His creation to bring about the eternal kingdom of God. Personal evangelism is an attempt to bring about a breakthrough in the boundaries between faith in Jesus Christ and the absence of it. The form of personal evangelism concern at Bethel Indonesia Bride Of Christ Batam Church Youth is carrying out direct personal evangelism or face to face, via WhatsApp and intensely calling people who are in the process of evangelism. This fact is also supported by the statement of the Bethel Indonesia Bride Of Christ Batam Church Youth who felt a deep bond between themselves and the church and the people who were the targets of personal evangelism.
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PERAN ORANG TUA DALAM MEMBIMBING KARAKTER ANAK REMAJA USIA 12-15 TAHUN DI GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA TANJUNG PIAYU BATAM
Parents do not yet have an understanding of the role of parents in guiding the character of teenagers aged 12-15 years. The character of teenagers at GBI Tabgha Tanjung Piayu Batam has challenges because there are still those involved in racing, the temptation to smoke, drink alcohol, the social interactions of school children who often tempt them not to take part in church activities, like to go against their parents, have a bad temper and are stubborn. . Parents lack communication with teenage children at GBI Tabgha Tanjung Piayu Batam so that there is a breakdown in the relationship between parents and children and the children's character is not formed from a positive environment. The character of teenagers at GBI Tabgha Tanjung Piayu Batam has challenges because some are still involved in racing, tempted to smoke, drink alcohol. This research aims to find out the extent of the benefits of the role of parents in guiding the character of teenagers aged 12-15 years at Bethel Indonesia Tabgha Church Tanjung Piayu Batam. The role of parents is realized through regular and personal guidance regarding positive and negative things that should be avoided or done. Parents play a role in forming the spiritual maturity of their teenagers based on God's Word so that in the future teenagers will become individuals who are strong and sturdy in their faith and fear of God. This research uses qualitative methods and the informants in this research are five parents whose data can be collected from interviews. The results of the research found that church worship is very useful and proven to develop the character of teenagers. Parents often do not provide space for teenagers to talk about their feelings, problems or worries. A lack of open communication can make children feel unheard or unappreciated. Guiding the character of teenagers, especially parents, is very important in forming a family environment that is harmonious, full of love and understanding for children
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DAMPAK KEMAJUAN IPTEK BAGI GENERASI X,Y, Z DALAM PERSPEKTIF ETIKA KRISTEN
Science and technology (IPTEK) continues to develop. These developments will certainly produce changes that will be felt directly by humans themselves, both as individuals and groups. In its development, science and technology has two impacts at once, namely positive impacts and negative impacts. Until now, the dynamics of pros and cons of the development of science and technology continue to take place in the midst of society. These developments will bring new challenges and demand new ways of working. Some are pro and some are con, and some are examined from a religious perspective to measure what can be done and what should not be done. However, in this paper, the author discusses the impact of the progress and development of science and technology from the perspective of Christian ethics. The author understands that the application of science and technology without ethics will cause serious problems. Christian ethics is here to provide ethical and normative boundaries so that the progress and development of science and technology does not violate the human side which then has a destructive impact on the sustainability of human life.
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Expository preaching is a type of sermon that is considered to promote biblical validity and inerrancy. In accordance with the Bible's doctrine of inerrancy, the Bible's texts regarding past truths should also be applied to us in the 21st century. This means that a biblical text that was acknowledged as true in the past should still be relevant to be applied today. To bring it to the present, the meaning and intent of writing a biblical text must first be captured by the expositor. Therefore, this study attempts to explore various writings on expository sermons, how they are structured, and how they are delivered from various sources in a descriptive way, then compiles a practical argument regarding current expository sermons. The preparation of an expository sermon involves exegesis in the form of in-depth research on the verses to be preached, the use of various research aids such as Bible commentaries, lexicons, Bible dictionaries, encyclopedias, and other tools. Furthermore, the results of that study can be compiled into an expository sermon. The next step is the hermeneutic task, to adapt it to the needs of the congregation today. The last step is how the preacher then uses the art of rhetoric with a variety of communication skills to be able to send a Biblical message according to the listeners and their current needs. The whole process is aimed at delivering sermons that are Biblical, but up to date.
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EFEKTIVITAS MEDIA PEMBELAJARAN DARING TERHADAP KELANCARAN PENGAJARAN GURU SEKOLAH MINGGU UNTUK USIA 9-12 TAHUN DI GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA BATAM CENTRE
During the Covid-19 pandemic, many things happened, even an activity was hampered and even if it continued, of course, it was done with good calculations. Christian worship is no exception, which usually worships at church, but during the Covid-19 pandemic, many churches were carrying out their services. through online worship and in this case including the Sunday school children's worship where Sunday school activities are also transferred online (in the network). Thus Sunday school teachers provide their teaching online as well. But deep. Using online learning media has its own challenges, including the existence of Sunday school teachers who do not master the media, causing children to be less focused during worship so that learning becomes less effective
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ANALISIS INTEGRITAS PEMIMPIN DALAM KELOMPOK SEL BAGI PENINGKATAN ROHANI JEMAAT DI GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA TANJUNG PIAYU BATAM.
Christian leadership should follow the example of Jesus Christ. Small groups are a biblical pattern that occurs in fulfilling God's grand plan for the salvation of humanity, as demonstrated by Jesus with His twelve disciples. True Christian small groups can lead everyone to become disciples of Jesus by carrying out the Great Commission. The integrity of leaders within small groups is believed to bring spiritual growth to the congregation in the local church, leading more people to come and seek God during worship. This research was conducted with the aim of determining the extent of Leader's Integrity, Small Group, and Spiritual Growth in Tabgha Church in Tanjung Piayu, Batam. After collecting all the data from interviews and observations, the researcher proceeded to analyze the data in accordance with the research methodology outlined in the research chapter. The study found a coherence between words and actions; leaders who hold their duties and responsibilities can achieve predetermined goals. Leaders who adhere to the planned course from the beginning, along with all the risks involved, must possess honesty, responsibility, set an example, have the courage to rebuke those who do wrong, but also courageously praise those who do well according to the given direction. Trustworthy leaders are those who can guide, assign tasks in line with the established objectives, stay focused on those objectives, and provide updates on progress made.
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PENGARUH KEPEDULIAN ORANG TUA TERHADAP MINAT BERIBADAH ANAK KELAS EMPAT SAMPAI ENAM SEKOLAH DASAR DI SEKOLAH MINGGU GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA BATAM CENTER
Sunday school is one of the teaching and guiding methods for children to learn about Christ through various creative activities that can enhance their interest in attending worship every Sunday. Parents play a significant role in nurturing their children's spiritual growth. The research conducted using quantitative methods shows that the level of Parental Concern falls within the low to moderate category, with a significance level of α 0.05. Specifically, it falls within the range of 57.17 – 60.89, indicating a low to moderate level. Therefore, the level of parental concern for Sunday school children at the Bethel Indonesia Tabgha Batam Center is still relatively low and needs improvement. The percentage of the influence of parental concern (X) on children's interest in attending Sunday school (Y) is 63.5%. The remaining 36.5% is influenced by other variables not included in this research model. The constant is 22.673, meaning that if parental concern (X) is 0, the interest of children in attending Sunday school at the Bethel Indonesia Tabgha Batam Center is 22.673 units. The regression coefficient for parental concern (X) is 0.709, indicating that increasing parental concern by one unit will lead to a 0.709-unit increase in children's interest in attending Sunday school (Y). Based on the research findings, the researcher suggests several programs to improve parental concern towards children's interest in attending Sunday school at the Bethel Indonesia Tabgha Batam Center, hoping that these proposed programs will serve as solutions for enhancing parental concern.
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HIDUP SEBAGAI ORANG-ORANG ARIF SUATU TAFSIRAN TERHADAP EFESUS 5:15 - 21
In the era of digital 4.0, where technology advances rapidly, many people seek to do everything quickly. This phenomenon also affects Christians, who aspire to embody the teachings of the Bible, but often wish to skip the process of growth and transformation. However, it is through the experiences and events of life that individuals are meant to undergo character development, becoming wise individuals rather than the opposite, becoming "foolish." Through this scholarly work, the author aims to encourage Christians to become wise individuals, meaning individuals who have the ability to apply their knowledge as children of light (children of God) in their behavior and actions. Believers should be capable of embracing opportunities to align their behavior with divine purposes, understanding and discerning the will of God, and allowing their lives to be completely guided by the Holy Spirit. The fulfillment of the Holy Spirit in the lives of believers is reflected in their songs, which serve as a means of exhortation and admonition to one another, offering praises directed towards the Lord. They express gratitude to God the Father through Jesus Christ and willingly submit to one another in an atmosphere of deep respect that emanates from sincere hearts towards Jesus Christ. The author employs methods such as textual analysis (Biblical verses), synthesis, addressing research inquiries, and reflecting on life experiences to accomplish these objectives
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PENGARUH KECANDUAN PONSEL TERHADAP PEMBENTUKAN KARAKTER ANAK USIA EMPAT SAMPAI SEPULUH TAHUN DI GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA BATAM CENTER
In simple terms, smartphone addiction can be interpreted as a condition where a child is addicted or dependent on the excessive use of smartphones. Excessive use of smartphones without proper supervision from parents can have an impact that is not good for children because they will become children who are not optimal, can suffer from health problems, can have decreased brain abilities and other consequences. The research method used in this study is a quantitative method based on quantification in data collection and analysis to test the hypothesis that the researcher has set. The research was conducted at the Indonesian Bethel Church Tabgha Batam Center, which is located in the service area of the Riau Islands Regional Worker's Body, the Indonesian Bethel Church and is domiciled in Batam City, from October 2021 to February 2022. The results of the study prove that (1) Smartphone addiction in children aged four to ten years is in the range of 78.33 - 87.99: moderate to high rate, and (2) Character formation of children aged four to ten years is in the range of 155.61 – 168.87: high rate. This study also found (3) That the contribution of smartphone addiction in children aged four to ten to form the children's character is 36%. The magnitude of the direct influence of mobile phone addiction on the character formation of children aged four to ten years is a constant of 93,734; This means that if the congregation's cell phone addiction's value (X) is 0, the negative influence on the formation of the child's character (Y) at the Bethel Church of Indonesia Tabgha Batam Center has a value of 93,734. The value of regression coefficient of the mobile phone addiction variable (X) is 0.824; it means that if the addiction to smartphones is increased once, it will increase the value of negative influence of the child's character (Y) by 0.824.
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PERAN KOMUNIKASI SUAMI ISTRI DALAM MEWUJUDKAN KEHARMONISAN KELUARGA DI GEREJA BETHEL INDONESIA TABGHA BATAM
Marriage is the first institution God creted on this earth. Communication is a very vital factor in a healthy marriage between man and woman as they together build a Christian family. Communication after a couple has just gotten married gives them many challenges as they try to fit their lives together, with each coming from different background and having different expectations for how they will live and work together. Even after several years of marriage they still need to have open communication between them. They need to learn about healthy ways of communicating with each other. A harmonious marriage is usually marked by good communication between husband and wife, because through good communication a husband and wife can know and understand their partner. This study uses quantitative methods based on quantification in data collection and analysis to test the established hypotheses. Conducted at the Indonesia Tabgha. Church is very evident This method can be said to have succeeded in realizing them that a marriage becomes a strong marriage, if both the bride and groom make careful and thorough preparations. Careful means both have the ability to anticipate various things that will arise from the marriage. Mature in the sense that both of them are willing to work together in growing enthusiasm, comfortable, willing and without coercion at all in entering the gates of Christian marriage.Following up on the results of the study, the researcher proposes several programs and it is hoped that these proposed programs can be a solution in improve marital harmony at Bethel Church of Indonesia Tabgha Batam.
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