Pengaruh Sosiologis Komunitas Lesbian Gay Biseksual Dan Transgender Ditinjau Dalam Etika Kristen

The Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, and Transgender (LGBT) in the past was something deviant, but nowadays it has become a trend that is even considered natural by many people. This of course has a sociological impact. There is a view that says that the behavior of LGBT people is a biological natural behavior, so it needs to be accepted as something that cannot be changed. Some theories agree that LGBT behavior is influenced by environmental, parenting, and economic factors so that there are pros and cons for LGBT people. This study aims to see the sociological influence of the LGBT community by using a literature review. The results of the study show that LGBT is contrary to the truth of God's creation, namely the clear separation of sex, namely male and female. Also, this is contrary to the design of marriage that God built, namely heterosexuality and monogamy.

Kajian Apologetis Terhadap Kontroversi Kemanusiaan Dan Ketidakbersalahaan Yesus Kristus

The context of understanding the humanity and innocence of Jesus gave rise a theological controversy. The reason is, the all-perfect God who became human in Jesus Christ is difficult to maintain because He is a limited figure and is considered to have made mistakes. For example Jesus' ignorance regarding the person who touched His robe (Mark 5:30-32 and Luke 8 :45), Jesus' ignorance of what will happen in the last days (Mark 13:27-32), Jesus' mistake in calling Zechariah son of Berechiah (Matthew 23:35; 2 Chronicles 24:20) and the wrong behavior of Jesus who was angry in the Temple (Matthew 21:12-16; Luke 19:45-46; John 2:15-16). The purpose of this study is to provide a biblical description in an apologetic frame as a form of a refutation of these assumptions. This study uses a qualitative method with an apologetic approach. An understanding of the person of Jesus needs to be seen comprehensively with the context that binds it. The assumptions about Jesus' guilt and ignorance are not substantially based on a comprehensive and credible interpretation.

Implementasi Keteladanan Pemimpin Rohani Berdasarkan Filipi 2: 1-8 Bagi Gembala Gereja Pentakosta Di Papua Klasis Mimika

The main problem in this research is the example of spiritual leaders when shepherding the congregation. Some of the factors that make the pastor not an example are repentance, character, and minimal human resources. This study applies a qualitative method. The researcher uses the Bible as the main source, also uses literature from several sources of books and journals, to get a clear picture of the example of spiritual leaders based on Philippians 2:1-8, which will later be implemented in the leadership of the pastoral congregation of the Pentecostal Church in Tanah Papua (GPDP). Special Mimika Classics. The results of the study show that in Christian leadership, the pastor as the leader of the local congregation can influence the people he leads. Philippians 2:1-8 is Paul's writing that teaches about the example of Jesus Christ as a spiritual leader, which can be seen from principles, ministry, and personality.

Konsep Teologi Kekudusan Seorang Hamba Tuhan Menurut John Chrysostom

The holiness of a priest is an important review in this paper based on the study of the text in the book entitled Six Books on the Priesthood written by John Chrysostom. A book dealing with the priesthood. The holiness of life is not only seen from one aspect, but there are three things that must be considered both in the position as a representative of Christ, in shepherding, and spiritual growth through spiritual discipline. That is why an Imam has a very noble job despite many difficulties and temptations. Only the priest is qualified to bring offerings to God on a holy (intermediary) altar. The priest is not only responsible for his status as a representative of Christ (church confirmation) but must lead Christ's sheep to salvation even if his own life is at stake. Grace and mercy as well as an intimate relationship with God will further purify the heart, soul, and mind of a priest so that through the spiritual discipline he does (prayer and repentance) more and more reflect Christ in his life, including his pastorate.

Respon Teologis Terhadap Dampak Pandemik Coronaviruses Disease 2019

The coronavirus disease 2019 (covid-19) pandemic has had a huge impact on human life. This study highlights how the theological response to the impact caused by covid-19, both in the context of religious and economic rituals. The method used by the researcher is a qualitative method with a literature study approach. The results of the description in this article suggest that the covid-19 pandemic has caused all global communities and various aspects to be seriously affected by this outbreak, In this outbreak, the world economy has slumped, many people have died due to covid-19, and the space for religious rituals has been restricted. In the context of Christian theology, this pandemic can be indicated as the fulfillment of Bible prophecy as John's prophecy in the book of Revelation. Theologically, this plague is a punishment for humans who are willing to exploit nature. This epidemic is also a form of God's warning in the midst of increasingly corrupted human morality, which eases sinful acts without heeding the truth of God's word. This study concludes that the theological response to the covid-19 pandemic is to be more vigilant spiritually and build a life that glorifies God.

Menelisik Peran Misiologi Kaum Ibu Gereja Kaimantan Evangelis Kanaan Dalam Rangka Hari Perempuan

This research presents the missiological role of the mothers of the GKE Kanaan Palangka Raya congregation. The role of mothers in church ministry during the Covid-19 pandemic is needed, because of the involvement and loyalty of mothers in serving. To discuss the subject of this study, researchers used qualitative methods. This method is strengthened by literature review and documentation data in the field. The results reveal the practical role of the maternal missionary in mission service at GKE Kanaan. The role is that mothers become a fundraiser section in order to support the mission service at the PI Post built by the GKE Kanaan congregation. Then the mothers of the Canaanite church testified to the community by doing social services to distribute sembako to the lesser people. Especially during the Covid-19 pandemic as it is today. To encourage and enhance the role of the mothers of the GKE Kanaan congregation in the ministry of mission, supported by the coaching factor of the church and the commitment of loyalty possessed by the mothers themselves. Loyalty includes the value of witnessing, fellowship, and serving God.

Tafsir Efesus 6: 5-8 Tentang Teologi Kerja Dan Aplikasinya Bagi Pemuda Gereja

This article was written to describe the theological understanding of work among church youth and motivate youth to work according to God's word from Ephesians 6:5-8. This article aims to provide an understanding of what the purpose of human work is, provide an understanding of the Biblical concept of work, deepen the knowledge and understanding of congregation members about work theology according to Ephesians 6:5-8 with integrity and a good work ethic, provide an understanding of the contribution of Ephesians 6:5-8 in the relationship between workers and employers. The researcher uses a literature study and interprets the text with the method of theological interpretation. In addition, the author also distributed a questionnaire among church youth who had worked, to obtain a picture of their understanding of work theology. From the results of the questionnaire distributed, it was found that 42.22% of youth really understand work theology, and 52.77%, understand work theology, but in its application, only 37.22% always do the correct life application. So, the researcher conducted deep interviews with several respondents and found that the youth of the HKBP Tanjung Sari church were still lacking in understanding the theology of work. And then they had to be afraid and trembled like Christ and had to be honest and have integrity at workplaces as a service to God.

Kajian Teologis Pendampingan Orang Tua Terhadap Anak Dalam Belajar Dimasa Pandemik Coronaviruses Disease 2019

The 2019 Coronavirus pandemic (covid-19) has damaged the order of human life as usual, including the world of education. In the world of education before the pandemic, parents completely handed over the responsibility of teaching to teachers in schools. But the COVID-19 pandemic has turned it into the responsibility of teaching left to parents. The problem is, many parents are not ready to teach because they are not equipped with teacher education. As a result, parents are forced to teach with minimal knowledge so that the actions of parents often become victims of this unpreparedness. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, there have been some parents who abuse their children because they are difficult to teach. Moving on from this case, the researcher is interested in providing solutions to the struggles of parents when accompanying children learn by using a qualitative approach by looking at the phenomena that occurred during the covid 19 pandemic. Based on the author's research, the right model for assisting parents in learning is teaching with repetitive, patient, and creative.

Sikap Dan Tanggung Jawab Orang Percaya Dalam Menyikapi Teologi Imanensi

The view of God which is reasoned logically and rationally brings the concept of God as an experience and not a transcendent person. Therefore, any form of immanence theology cannot be accepted as biblical teaching. Through a literature study approach, it is concluded that the existence of a transcendent and immanent God can counter the principles of immanence theology. God is present and actively participates in the world to give believers rest in the knowledge that no place or situation is too far away to be under God's protective hands. And moreover, God is present supernaturally and transcendentally far beyond human reason and logic, both in the form of religiosity that is built and one's relationship with the world.

Pengajaran Tentang Makna Ego Eimi Berdasarkan Injil Yohanes Dan Implikasinya Bagi Umat Kristen

Egô eimi means a firm statement made by Jesus Christ to the people that he is the living God. Jesus is the living God, so He is not a madman and a liar as people think. The purpose of this study is that every believer or believer must admit that Jesus is God. The reason for the appearance of the statement in the Gospel of John is because of the doubts of mankind about His personality and existence. This study uses a qualitative methodology with an exegesis approach. Qualitative research methodology is an in-depth analysis approach using inductive reasoning analysis techniques to understand a problem subjectively. The purpose of this research using qualitative methodology is to narrate about of John gospel. So, this study attempts to describe what is in accordance with the text in the Gospel of John, using exegesis studies because the main focus is to narrate the text of God's word about the seven statements of . The result of the research is Jesus Christ as God who has come down from heaven like a human to save mankind.