REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
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description: REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education is an open-access and peer-reviewed scientific journal managed and published by Sekolah Tinggi Teologi REAL Batam, Kepulauan Riau, Indonesia. The journal is registered with E-ISSN 2774-2512 (online) and accepts manuscripts in both Indonesian and English (recommended). The primary focus of REAL DIDACHE is the publication of scholarly works in the field of Christian Religious Education, encompassing philosophical, theological, pedagogical, spiritual, and practical studies, analyzed through academic, interdisciplinary, and contextual approaches (see the Focus and Scope section for further details). REAL DIDACHE welcomes contributions from academics, researchers, educators, practitioners, and students, both from Indonesia and abroad, who are committed to advancing Christian Religious Education in diverse contexts. The journal is published twice a year, in March and September, and is committed to becoming a reputable platform for scholarly publications at both the national and international levels. REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education indexed by: Google Scholar, Garuda, Dimensions, Onesearch, Scilit, Base, Publons, Sinta 4 Journal title REAL DIDACHE: Jurnal Pendidikan Kristen Initials JCE Language English (preferred) | Indonesian ISSN E-ISSN: 2774-2512 Frequency Twice a year, in March and September DOI - OAI https://ojs.sttrealbatam.ac.id/index.php/didache/oai Editor-in-chief Dr. Rita Evimalinda, M.Pd.K Managing Editor Benteng Martua Mahuraja Purba, M.Pd.K Dr. Elia Tambunan, M.Pd Publisher Sekolah Tinggi Teologi REAL, Batam Citation Analysis Google Cendekia Indexed by: Recommended Tools:
publisher: Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Real Batam
language: en
publication name: REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
issn: 2774-2512
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items: Konstruksi Landasan Biblika bagi Evaluasi Pendidikan Agama Kristen di Era Digital
items: Peran Pendidikan Agama Kristen dalam Menanamkan Etika Kristen bagi Generasi Alpha dalam Bermedia Sosial
items: Digital Asceticism: Reimagining Christian Education in an Age of Digital Distraction
items: Peran Keteladanan Orang Tua dan Pendidikan Agama Kristen bagi Anak dalam Kehidupan Sehari-hari
items: Integrasi Kecerdasan Buatan dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen: Analisis dan Kerangka Etika Pedagogis Berbasis Nilai Teologis
items: Implementasi Nilai 1 Tesalonika 4:3-5 dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen untuk Mengatasi Fenomena Sexting di Kalangan Remaja
items: Manajemen Pembelajaran PAK bagi Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus: Kajian Manajerial, Pedagogis, dan Teologis di SLBN Pembina Kota Kupang
items: Inspiring Christian Leadership Patterns: Strategies to Improve Congregation Motivation in Service
items: Toward an Integrative Model of Christian Counseling: Insights from Jesus’ Holistic Ministry
items: Kajian Sosio-Retorik Makna Teologis “Terang” dalam Yohanes 1:5 dan Implikasinya bagi Pendidikan Agama Kristen di Gereja
items: Penerapan Sistem Manajemen Mutu ISO 21001:2018 dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pelayanan Pendidikan Kristen
items: Mengatasi Gap Generasi dalam Komunikasi Kristen: Pendekatan yang Relevan dan Kontekstual
items: Pembentukan Karakter Generasi Muda: Sinergi Pendidikan Kristen Dan Nilai-Nilai Tradisi Lompat Batu Nias
items: Kontekstualisasi Pendidikan Agama Kristen dalam Membangun Karakter Pancasila Mahasiswa Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Real Batam
items: Landasan Doktrinal: Kecerdasan Emosional dan Spritual Peserta Didik Masa Kini
items: Kewaspadaan Terhadap Musuh Tersamarkan Dalam Komunitas Kristen: Analisis Alkitabiah Terhadap Ancaman Penyesat Dan Nabi Palsu
items: Analisis Teks Yosua 1:8 Terhadap Memori Dan Aplikasinya Untuk Meningkatkan Prestasi Remaja Di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Glugur, Medan
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items: Kompetensi Pedagogi Dalam Peningkatan Mutu Pendidikan Di SMPN 6 Nekamese
items: Peranan Pendidikan Kristen Dalam Membentuk Karakter Generasi Muda Di Era Digital
items: Pembelajaran di Era Teknologi Cerdas: Mengintegrasikan Kecerdasan Buatan dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen
items: Peran Dosen dalam Mengembangkan Metode Mengajar untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Mahasiswa di Sekolah Tinggi Teologi
items: Peran Pendidikan Agama Kristen Terhadap Nilai Toleransi
items: Penerapan Konsep Pendidikan Israel Kuno terhadap PAK Bagi Gen Z
items: Kepercayaan Musa Dari Perspektif Filsafat Armada Riyanto
items: Kontroversi Istri Tunduk Kepada Suami dalam 1 Petrus 3:1-7 dan Evaluasinya dalam Pernikahan Suku Batak Toba
items: Melindungi Anak di Era Digital: Peran Orang Tua Kristen dalam Mengelola Penggunaan Gadget dengan Bijak
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items: Tanggung Jawab Orang Percaya Atas Pengrusakan Alam: Perspektif Pendidikan Agama Kristen
items: Sikap Gereja Menghadapi Perkawinan Beda Agama Yang Dilarang SEMA Nomor 2 Tahun 2023 Ditinjau dari Teori Inkremental

Konstruksi Landasan Biblika bagi Evaluasi Pendidikan Agama Kristen di Era Digital
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description: This article is written based on the researcher’s observation that studies related to the evaluation of Christian Religious Education still tend to focus on aspects related to the curriculum, teaching methods, and educators. However, the aspect of PAK evaluation based on Biblical foundations is still very rarely researched, which prompted the author to examine this topic. The formulation of the main research question posed from this topic is: what is the concrete reconstruction of the biblical foundation for the evaluation of Christian Religious Education (CRE) in the digital era? In outlining this paper, the author uses a literature study approach as the main strategy to reconstruct the biblical foundation in the evaluation of Christian Religious Education (CRE) in the digital era. This methodological approach was chosen not for the collection of numerical data but for the understanding of conceptual meaning. The findings of this study present the concept of evaluation in the Bible as never merely understood as an intellectual measurement, but rather as an assessment of the authenticity of faith manifested in concrete life. Therefore, the conceptual evaluation (PAK) based on biblical reconstruction needs to be designed as an integrative framework that combines normative-theological dimensions and contextual pedagogical dimensions. Keywords: biblical foundation; Christian religious education; digital era; learning evaluation; theological reconstruction Abstrak Artikel ini ditulis atas pengamatan peneliti bahwa penelitian yang berkaitan dengan evaluasi Pendidikan Agama Kristen masih cenderung bertumpu pada tataran terkait kurikulum, metode mengajar, dan juga pendidik. Akan tetapi, aspek evaluasi PAK dalam landasan Biblika masih sangat jarang diteliti, hal ini mendorong penulis mengkaji topik ini. Rumusan pertanyaan penelitian utama yang diajukan dari topik ini seperti apa kongkrit dari rekonstruksi landasan biblika bagi evaluasi PAK di era digital? Di dalam menguraik…
subject: Articles
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subject: era digital
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subject: evaluasi pembelajaran
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subject: landasan biblika
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subject: pendidikan agama Kristen
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subject: rekonstruksi teologis
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creator: Simon
creator: Jerie Refni Boy Maarende
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Simon, M.Th., Jerie Refni Boy Maarende https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2026-03-30
publication date: 2026-03-30
starting page: 65
ending page: 83
doi: 10.53547/n565rc24

Peran Pendidikan Agama Kristen dalam Menanamkan Etika Kristen bagi Generasi Alpha dalam Bermedia Sosial
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description: Generation Alpha inhabits a digital ecosystem in which social media is not merely a communication tool but the primary arena for identity formation, social learning, and moral negotiation. Yet this very condition of immersion has given rise to ethical crises such as cyberbullying, identity fragmentation, exposure to pornographic and violent content, and an ongoing erosion of spiritual values. Although scholarship on Christian Religious Education (CRE) and digital formation is growing, existing studies tend either to examine pedagogical models that gesture toward concrete Christian ethical content without specifying it, or to describe social media phenomena without constructing an ethical framework grounded in biblical texts. This study addresses that gap by building a biblical-ethical framework from four normative texts, namely Colossians 4:5 on wisdom as a way of life, Proverbs 2:5 on the fear and knowledge of God, Matthew 5:13–14 on being salt and light in the world, and Galatians 5:22–23 on life according to the fruit of the Holy Spirit. It further explicates how each norm can be concretely implemented in CRE curriculum and practice for Generation Alpha. Drawing on qualitative methods grounded in hermeneutical analysis, this study demonstrates that the four ethical dimensions are not only theologically coherent but also pedagogically actionable. Accordingly, CRE serves as a strategic normative agent in instilling Christian ethics and shaping the digital character of Generation Alpha, equipping them with a moral compass for responsible and Christlike engagement in digital spaces. Keywords: christian ethics; christian religious education; digital character formation; generation alpha; hermeneutical analysis Abstrak Generasi Alpha menghuni ekosistem digital di mana media sosial bukan sekadar alat komunikasi, melainkan arena utama pembentukan identitas, pembelajaran sosial, dan negosiasi moral. Namun justru kondisi imersi inilah yang melahirkan krisis etika seperti p…
subject: Articles
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subject: analisis hermeneutis
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subject: etika Kristen
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subject: formasi karakter digital
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subject: generasi alpha
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subject: pendidikan agama Kristen
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creator: Agus Arda Setiawan Telaumbanua
creator: Desmeni Telaumbanua
creator: Mesra Cani Putri Daeli
creator: Marchel Anthony Leiwakabessy
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Agus Arda Setiawan Telaumbanua, Desmeni Telaumbanua, Mesra Cani Putri Daeli, Marchel Anthony Leiwakabessy https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2026-03-31
publication date: 2026-03-31
starting page: 1
ending page: 25
doi: 10.53547/zbkvs837

Digital Asceticism: Reimagining Christian Education in an Age of Digital Distraction
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description: In an era defined by digital saturation, understood not merely as the prevalence of technology but as a cultural state of pervasive distraction and fragmented attention, Christian education faces unprecedented challenges in fostering deep spiritual formation. This environment often treats attention as a commodity, thereby undermining the contemplative practices essential for discipleship. This paper proposes digital asceticism, a deliberate and theologically grounded approach to minimizing technological interference, as an essential framework for reimagining Christian pedagogy. The study employs an interdisciplinary methodology, conducting a systematic synthesis of theological literature drawing on ascetic traditions from the Desert Fathers to Bonhoeffer with contemporary philosophical critiques of technology from Ellul and Borgmann and an analysis of qualitative case studies from Christian educational settings implementing tech-fast pedagogies. The analysis reveals that uncritical adoption of digital tools correlates with fragmented attention and eroded communal worship. Conversely, the case studies demonstrate that interventions such as device-free Scripture memorization and analog-based liturgies yield tangible outcomes including improved scriptural recall, deeper cognitive engagement, and enhanced relational intimacy within learning communities. The study concludes that digital restraint functions not as a rejection of technology but as a form of resistance against the idolatry of efficiency, creating essential space for attentiveness to the Holy Spirit. The paper concludes by advocating for a via media and offers actionable principles for educators including curated digital curriculums and the design of sacred spaces free from screens. By integrating ancient ascetic wisdom with contemporary educational needs, this research provides a prophetic and practical counter-narrative to the uncritical digitization of faith formation. Keywords: Christian education; conte…
subject: Articles
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subject: Christian education
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subject: contemplative pedagogy
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subject: digital asceticism
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subject: spiritual formation
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subject: technology and discipleship
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creator: Daniel Agustin
creator: Charles Berebon
creator: Margarita Kaunang
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Daniel Agustin, Charles Berebon, Margarita Kaunang https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2026-03-30
publication date: 2026-03-30
starting page: 42
ending page: 64
doi: 10.53547/5prp4t09

Peran Keteladanan Orang Tua dan Pendidikan Agama Kristen bagi Anak dalam Kehidupan Sehari-hari
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description: This study aims to analyze the role of parents as role models and the contribution of Christian Religious Education (CRE) in shaping children’s character in everyday life. The background of the study is rooted in the increasing moral and spiritual challenges faced by children in the contemporary era, which demand the integration of faith education through the synergy of family, school, and church. The method employed is a literature review using a narrative-descriptive approach, focusing on the analysis of scholarly works related to family, parental roles, and CRE. The findings reveal that parents serve as primary role models in instilling values of faith, morality, and spirituality, while CRE provides a systematic framework for deepening and internalizing these values. Collaboration among family, school, and church is proven to strengthen the holistic process of character formation in children. This study affirms that parental role modelling, when combined with the contextual implementation of CRE, establishes a conceptual foundation for a faith-based educational model grounded in threefold collaboration. Keywords: character building; Christian religious; educationearly childhood; parental role models Abstrak Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis peran orang tua sebagai teladan dan kontribusi Pendidikan Agama Kristen (PAK) dalam pembentukan karakter anak dalam kehidupan sehari-hari. Latar belakang penelitian didasarkan pada meningkatnya tantangan moral dan spiritual yang dihadapi anak di era kontemporer, sehingga diperlukan integrasi pendidikan iman melalui sinergi keluarga, sekolah, dan gereja. Metode yang digunakan adalah kajian literatur dengan pendekatan naratif-deskriptif, melalui analisis terhadap artikel dan karya ilmiah yang relevan dengan tema keluarga, peran orang tua, dan PAK. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahwa orang tua berfungsi sebagai teladan utama dalam menanamkan nilai iman, moral, dan spiritualitas, sedangkan PAK menjadi sarana sistematis untuk memper…
subject: Articles
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subject: keteladanan orang tua
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subject: pendidikan agama kristen
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subject: pembentukan karakter anak
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subject: keluarga kristen
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subject: iman-karakter
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creator: Victor Oktovianus Dethan
creator: Febe Fenny Irawati Wanggai
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Victor Oktovianus Dethan, Febe Fenny Irawati Wanggai https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 96
ending page: 111
doi: 10.53547/scw00t11

Integrasi Kecerdasan Buatan dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen: Analisis dan Kerangka Etika Pedagogis Berbasis Nilai Teologis
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description: The rapid advancement of artificial intelligence has triggered paradigmatic transformations across educational sectors, including Christian Religious Education (CRE), which is inherently oriented toward holistic, relational, and transformative faith formation. However, the integration of this technology remains insufficiently grounded in an adequate pedagogical ethical framework, creating tension between digital innovation and theological values. This study aims to analyze the implications of artificial intelligence in CRE across three dimensions: pedagogical opportunities, implementation challenges, and a theologically grounded ethical framework. Employing a qualitative approach through systematic literature review and critical analysis of indexed scholarly sources, the findings reveal that artificial intelligence offers substantive opportunities for enhancing learning effectiveness, personalization, and student engagement. Nevertheless, significant challenges emerge, including the risk of spiritual reductionism, doctrinal distortion, erosion of pedagogical relationships, and digital inequality. A theological synthesis affirms that artificial intelligence must be positioned as a pedagogical instrument subordinate to the authority of faith, rather than a substitute for the teacher's irreplaceable role in character formation and spiritual development. Accordingly, a contextual and theologically-informed pedagogical ethical framework is essential to ensure that the integration of artificial intelligence genuinely supports authentic faith formation in the digital age. Keywords: artificial intelligence; challenges; Christian religious education; Opportunities; pedagogical ethics Abstrak Perkembangan kecerdasan buatan telah menghadirkan transformasi paradigmatis dalam dunia pendidikan, termasuk dalam konteks Pendidikan Agama Kristen (PAK) yang berorientasi pada pembentukan iman yang holistik, relasional, dan transformatif. Namun demikian, integrasi teknologi ini belum di…
subject: Articles
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subject: etika pedagogis
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subject: integrasi teknologi
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subject: kecerdasan buatan
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subject: nilai teologis
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subject: pendidikan agama Kristen
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creator: Sarah Gracia Lumbantobing
creator: Laurenz Enjelina Siagian
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Sarah Gracia Lumbantobing, Laurenz Enjelina Siagian https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2026-03-30
publication date: 2026-03-30
starting page: 84
ending page: 98
doi: 10.53547/pcxv5218

Implementasi Nilai 1 Tesalonika 4:3-5 dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen untuk Mengatasi Fenomena Sexting di Kalangan Remaja
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description: The rapid development of digital technology has created a new social reality that poses significant moral challenges for adolescents, particularly the increasing prevalence of sexting. Sexting not only entails psychological, social, and legal risks but also threatens the moral and spiritual integrity of adolescents in the process of forming their identities. This phenomenon indicates that conventional education alone is insufficient to equip adolescents to face complex digital pressures. This study aims to analyze the implementation of the values of 1 Thessalonians 4:3–5 in Christian Religious Education as a strategy to prevent sexting behavior, emphasizing holiness, self-control, and spiritual awareness. The method employed is a hermeneutical approach, including textual, contextual, and applicative analyses of biblical verses to interpret moral and spiritual meanings and their application in religious education. The findings indicate that integrating holiness values through participatory methods, digital literacy, personal reflection, and family counseling fosters moral resilience, ethical awareness, and self-control among adolescents, making Christian Religious Education effective in developing their character and spirituality in facing digital sexual behavior challenges. Keywords: Christian religious education; dolescent; hermeneutics; sanctificationl; sexting Abstrak Perkembangan teknologi digital telah menciptakan realitas sosial baru yang menimbulkan tantangan moral serius bagi remaja, terutama praktik sexting yang semakin marak. Sexting tidak hanya menimbulkan risiko psikologis, sosial, dan hukum, tetapi juga mengancam integritas moral dan spiritual remaja sebagai individu yang sedang membentuk identitas. Fenomena ini menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan konvensional tidak cukup untuk membekali remaja menghadapi tekanan digital yang kompleks. Penelitian ini bertujuan menganalisis implementasi nilai 1 Tesalonika 4:3–5 dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen sebagai strategi pe…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: hermeneutik
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subject: pendidikan agama Kristen
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subject: pengudusan
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subject: remaja
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subject: sexting
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creator: Harun Puling
creator: Sandra Rosiana Tapilaha
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 harun puling, Sandra R. Tapilaha https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 129
ending page: 145
doi: 10.53547/8422n364

Manajemen Pembelajaran PAK bagi Anak Berkebutuhan Khusus: Kajian Manajerial, Pedagogis, dan Teologis di SLBN Pembina Kota Kupang
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description: Quality education is a constitutional right of every Indonesian citizen, including children with special needs (CSN). In practice, however, the implementation of Christian Religious Education (CRE) for CSN in Special Schools still faces systemic challenges that have rarely been studied, particularly from a simultaneously managerial and theological perspective. This study aims to analyze in depth the management of CRE learning for CSN at SSNS Pembina Kupang City, which serves five disability categories: visual impairment, hearing impairment, intellectual disability, physical disability, and autism. A qualitative descriptive approach was employed. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, classroom observations, and documentation involving four purposively selected research subjects: one principal and three CRE teachers. Data validity was ensured through source triangulation and technique triangulation, and analyzed using the interactive model of Miles, Huberman, and Saldana. The findings reveal that CRE learning management at SSNS Pembina Kupang is carried out through three stages: (1) individual assessment-based planning, in which teachers design lesson plans tailored to each child's type and level of disability; (2) multisensory adaptive implementation, using methods and media selected situationally based on each child's sensory, cognitive, and emotional conditions; and (3) continuous daily evaluation, conducted every day due to the fluctuating emotional conditions of CSN, which cannot be standardized. The novelty of this study lies in its simultaneous integration of three perspectives: managerial, pedagogical, and biblical-theological, which has not been found in previous similar studies in Indonesia. These findings contribute to the development of an inclusive and adaptive CRE learning model and provide a basis for policy recommendations for teachers, schools, and parents in accompanying CSN. Keywords: adaptive evaluation; children with special needs; chri…
subject: Articles
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subject: anak berkebutuhan khusus
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subject: evaluasi adaptif
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subject: manajemen pembelajaran
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subject: pendidikan agama kristen
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subject: sekolah luar biasa
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creator: Yusuf Elpontus Tanaem
creator: Imelda Marina Djira
creator: Nimrot Doke Para
creator: Sonia Magdewati Nubatonis
creator: Armanjo Kamlasi
rights: Copyright (c) 2026 Yusuf Elpontus Tanaem, Imelda Marina Djira, Nimrot Doke Para, Sonia Magdewati Nubatonis, Armanjo Kamlasi https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2026-03-26
publication date: 2026-03-26
starting page: 26
ending page: 41
doi: 10.53547/j15nh662

Inspiring Christian Leadership Patterns: Strategies to Improve Congregation Motivation in Service
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description: Church leadership plays a vital role in motivating congregants, yet many churches face declining youth involvement, weakened commitment, and fragile leader–congregation relationships. This study examines inspiring Christian leadership patterns and strategies to strengthen congregational motivation using a qualitative descriptive design with a library research approach. Findings show that effective leadership integrates biblical values with transformational and servant leadership principles, supported by clear communication, emotional connection, and leadership training. Leaders who embody these elements are better able to foster active participation and build sustainable ministry cultures. The study’s novelty lies in contextualizing the integration of transformational and servant leadership with biblical values in Indonesian churches, offering both theoretical contributions and practical guidance. Nonetheless, reliance on secondary literature limits direct insights from congregants. Future research should apply mixed methods, including surveys and interviews, for deeper understanding. Ultimately, Christian leadership is not merely managerial but a theological calling to emulate Christ, the Good Shepherd (John 10:11), who leads with vision, humility, and love. Keywords: christian leadership; communication; congregation; ministry Abstrak Kepemimpinan gereja memiliki peran vital dalam memotivasi jemaat, namun banyak gereja menghadapi tantangan berupa menurunnya keterlibatan kaum muda, melemahnya komitmen, serta rapuhnya hubungan antara pemimpin dan jemaat. Penelitian ini mengkaji pola kepemimpinan Kristen yang inspiratif serta strategi untuk memperkuat motivasi jemaat dengan menggunakan desain deskriptif kualitatif melalui pendekatan studi kepustakaan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa kepemimpinan yang efektif ditandai dengan integrasi nilai-nilai Alkitabiah dengan prinsip kepemimpinan transformasional dan kepemimpinan pelayanan, yang didukung oleh komunikasi yang je…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: christian leadership
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subject: communication
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subject: congregation
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subject: ministry
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creator: Imelda Marcos Simbolon
creator: Fransiskus Irwan Widjaja
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Imelda Marcos Simbolon https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 112
ending page: 128
doi: 10.53547/xw4bse28

Toward an Integrative Model of Christian Counseling: Insights from Jesus’ Holistic Ministry
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description: This study examines Jesus’ holistic ministry as a theological resource for developing an integrative model of Christian counseling. While previous studies in Christian psychology and pastoral counseling have highlighted the need for integration, they often remain either theologically descriptive or psychologically reductionist. This research employs a qualitative narrative theological review, drawing on the canonical Gospels as primary sources and contemporary scholarship in Christian psychology and pastoral theology as secondary sources. Through thematic analysis of biblical narratives alongside recent counseling models, four central dimensions of holistic ministry were identified: spiritual restoration, emotional healing, social inclusion, and physical care. These themes provide a theological framework that both resonates with and critiques existing models of Christian counseling. The findings suggest three key propositions: (1) Jesus’ holistic ministry challenges the dualism between spiritual and psychological care; (2) integration requires re-centering counseling on a theology of wholeness (shalom); and (3) biblical narratives can function as paradigmatic case studies for interdisciplinary dialogue between theology and psychology. The contribution of this study lies not only in its pastoral implications for counseling practice but also in its academic advancement of integrative discourse, offering a biblically grounded and theoretically robust framework for future scholarship in Christian psychology and pastoral counseling. Keywords: Christian counseling; holistic ministry; pastoral care; psychological integration; spiritual well-being Abstrak Studi ini mengkaji pelayanan holistik Yesus sebagai sumber teologis untuk mengembangkan model konseling Kristen yang integratif. Meskipun studi-studi sebelumnya dalam psikologi Kristen dan konseling pastoral telah menyoroti perlunya integrasi, studi-studi tersebut seringkali masih bersifat deskriptif teologis atau reduksio…
subject: Articles
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subject: christian counseling
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subject: holistic ministry
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subject: pastoral care
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subject: psychological integration
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subject: spiritual well-being
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creator: Dewi Lidya S
creator: Angela Queen
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Dewi Lidya S, Angela Queen https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 146
ending page: 161
doi: 10.53547/9wzk8580

Kajian Sosio-Retorik Makna Teologis “Terang” dalam Yohanes 1:5 dan Implikasinya bagi Pendidikan Agama Kristen di Gereja
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description: This research begins with the issue of the narrowing of the theological meaning of the concept of "light" in John 1:5, which in many modern Christian traditions is reduced to a mere ethical metaphor or symbol of well-being, so that the ontological, cosmic, and divine dimensions are neglected. The purpose of this research is to build a corrective hermeneutic framework that restores the meaning of light as an active and transformative divine reality, while placing it as the basis for the development of the curriculum and teaching of Christian Religious Education in the church. The method used is qualitative text analysis with a socio-rhetorical critical approach of Robbins' five textures (internal, intertextual, socio-cultural, ideological, and sacred), combined with canonical reading and evaluation of interpretive biases across traditions. The results of the analysis show that the use of the verb phain?i in the present tense and the narrative structure of the Gospel of John emphasize "light" as a divine reality that is alive, dynamic, and continuously working in creation. This research concludes that John 1:5 represents the presence of God that demands a transformative response from individuals and communities, while also correcting interpretive biases that narrow the meaning. This finding opens up opportunities for the reformulation of church curricula that emphasize the light of Christ as the basis of spirituality and the practice of liberating faith. Keywords: socio-rhetorical studies; Christian religious education; Jesus is the Light; John 1:5 Abstrak Penelitian ini berangkat dari persoalan penyempitan makna teologis atas konsep “terang” dalam Yohanes 1:5, yang dalam banyak tradisi Kristen modern direduksi menjadi sekadar metafora etis atau simbol kesejahteraan, sehingga dimensi ontologis, kosmis, dan ilahi terabaikan. Tujuan penelitian ini adalah membangun kerangka hermeneutik korektif yang memulihkan makna terang sebagai realitas ilahi yang aktif dan transforma…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: kajian sosioretorika
  topic: keywords
subject: pendidikan agama Kristen
  topic: keywords
subject: Yesus adalah Terang
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subject: Yohanes 1:5
  topic: keywords
creator: Merrick Jonathan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 Merrick Jonathan https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2025-09-30
publication date: 2025-09-30
starting page: 162
ending page: 178
doi: 10.53547/46rk0948

Penerapan Sistem Manajemen Mutu ISO 21001:2018 dalam Meningkatkan Kualitas Pelayanan Pendidikan Kristen
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description: This study is motivated by the importance of improving the quality of educational services in Christian educational institutions that face various internal and external challenges. The purpose of this study is to analyze how the implementation of the ISO 21001:2018 Quality Management System can contribute to improving the quality of Christian educational services. This study uses the Systematic Literature Review (SLR) method with the PRISMA approach, which includes the stages of identification, screening, eligibility, and inclusion of articles. Data sources were obtained from various relevant scientific literature, both national and international, which were selected based on certain keywords and predetermined inclusion criteria. The results of the study indicate that ISO 21001:2018 provides a systematic framework and focuses on the satisfaction of students and other stakeholders. In conclusion, the implementation of ISO 21001:2018 can improve the operational efficiency of Christian educational institutions and encourage continuous quality improvement. Keyword: ISO 21001:2018; service quality; quality management; christian education Abstrak Penelitian ini dilatarbelakangi oleh pentingnya peningkatan mutu pelayanan pendidikan di lembaga pendidikan Kristen yang menghadapi berbagai tantangan internal dan eksternal. Tujuan dari penelitian ini adalah untuk menganalisis bagaimana penerapan Sistem Manajemen Mutu ISO 21001:2018 dapat berkontribusi dalam meningkatkan kualitas layanan pendidikan Kristen. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode Systematic Literature Review (SLR) dengan pendekatan PRISMA, yang mencakup tahap identifikasi, penyaringan, kelayakan, dan inklusi artikel. Sumber data diperoleh dari berbagai literatur ilmiah yang relevan, baik nasional maupun internasional, yang dipilih berdasarkan kata kunci tertentu dan kriteria inklusi yang telah ditetapkan. Hasil kajian menunjukkan bahwa ISO 21001:2018 menyediakan kerangka kerja yang sistematis dan berfokus pada kepuasa…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: ISO 21001:2018
  topic: keywords
subject: service quality
  topic: keywords
subject: quality management
  topic: keywords
subject: christian education
  topic: keywords
creator: Parasian Simamora
creator: Andreas Eko Nugroho
creator: Kornelius Rulli Jonathans
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2025-03-31
publication date: 2025-03-31
starting page: 47
ending page: 59
doi: 10.53547/s2ebg948

Mengatasi Gap Generasi dalam Komunikasi Kristen: Pendekatan yang Relevan dan Kontekstual
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description: The generation gap in Christian communication is a significant issue that often hinders the effectiveness of the gospel message. Differences in communication styles, values, and media across generations create challenges in achieving shared understanding. This study aims to explore the generation gap in Christian communication and find approaches to overcome it, focusing on the relevance of the gospel message and the selection of appropriate media. The method used is qualitative through a literature review of various communication models in the church context. The results of the study emphasize the importance of an inclusive, relevant, and flexible approach to bridge the generation gap and develop Christian communities effectively. The findings show that digital technology is effective in reaching the younger generation, while traditional methods still play a role for the older generation. Intergenerational dialogue is also key to creating mutual understanding. In conclusion, churches need to adopt a flexible approach that combines digital and traditional media and encourages intergenerational dialogue so that Christian communication is more effective in reaching different generations in the faith community. Keywords: generation gap; communication; gospel; contextual; flexible Abstrak Gap generasi dalam komunikasi Kristen adalah isu signifikan yang sering menghambat efektivitas penyampaian berita Injil. Perbedaan cara berkomunikasi, nilai, dan media antar generasi menciptakan tantangan dalam mencapai pemahaman bersama. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengeksplorasi gap generasi dalam komunikasi Kristen dan mencari pendekatan untuk mengatasinya, dengan fokus pada relevansi pesan Injil dan pemilihan media yang tepat. Metode yang digunakan adalah kualitatif melalui studi pustaka atas berbagai model komunikasi dalam konteks gereja. Hasil penelitian menekankan pentingnya pendekatan yang inklusif, relevan, dan fleksibel untuk menjembatani gap generasi dan mengembangkan komunitas…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: generation gap
  topic: keywords
subject: communication
  topic: keywords
subject: gospel
  topic: keywords
subject: contextual
  topic: keywords
subject: flexible
  topic: keywords
creator: Ferdinan Pasaribu
creator: Benget Parningotan
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2025-03-30
publication date: 2025-03-30
starting page: 81
ending page: 95
doi: 10.53547/qkq05y81

Pembentukan Karakter Generasi Muda: Sinergi Pendidikan Kristen Dan Nilai-Nilai Tradisi Lompat Batu Nias
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description: This study examines the synergy between Christian Education and the Lompat Batu tradition in shaping the character of young generations. In the face of globalization and modernization, education should not only focus on intellectual growth but also on moral and spiritual formation. Christian Education plays an important role in teaching love, honesty, responsibility, and discipline, while the Lompat Batu tradition emphasizes courage, resilience, and social responsibility in Nias culture. This research uses a qualitative approach with literature study methods, analyzing sources on Christian Education and the Lompat Batu tradition. The results show that combining these elements can be an effective way to develop young people with a strong spiritual foundation while preserving cultural heritage. Integrating Christian Education and the Lompat Batu tradition helps shape individuals with high morals, mental strength, and social awareness to face modern challenges. Keywords: lompat batu; challenges of the times; culture; education Abstrak Penelitian ini membahas sinergi antara Pendidikan Kristen dan nilai-nilai tradisi Lompat Batu Nias dalam pembentukan karakter generasi muda. Di tengah tantangan globalisasi dan modernisasi, pendidikan tidak hanya berfokus pada pengembangan intelektual tetapi juga pada pembentukan moral dan spiritual. Pendidikan Kristen memiliki peran penting dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai kasih, kejujuran, tanggung jawab, dan disiplin, sementara tradisi Lompat Batu mengajarkan keberanian, ketahanan, serta tanggung jawab sosial dalam budaya Nias. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah kualitatif dengan pendekatan studi kepustakaan, yang menganalisis berbagai sumber literatur tentang pendidikan Kristen dan tradisi Lompat Batu. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa sinergi antara keduanya dapat menjadi strategi efektif dalam membentuk karakter generasi muda yang memiliki landasan spiritual yang kuat serta tetap menghargai budaya lokal. Dengan integrasi pendidika…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: lompat batu
  topic: keywords
subject: challenges of the times
  topic: keywords
subject: culture
  topic: keywords
subject: education
  topic: keywords
creator: Desetina Harefa
creator: Sahat Lambok Sihombing
creator: Yasman Telaumbanua
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2025-03-29
publication date: 2025-03-29
starting page: 1
ending page: 15
doi: 10.53547/f92jw156

Kontekstualisasi Pendidikan Agama Kristen dalam Membangun Karakter Pancasila Mahasiswa Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Real Batam
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description: This study examines the strategic role of Christian Religious Education (PAK) in instilling Pancasila values ??among students of STT Real Batam as an effort to form citizenship awareness rooted in Christian faith values. The formulation of the problem focuses on how optimizing PAK can answer the challenge of low awareness of the application of Pancasila values ??in students' daily lives. By using a descriptive-analytical approach through literature studies, interviews, and observations, this study found that contextual learning methods, interactive discussions, and community service activities are able to integrate the values ??of love, justice, and social responsibility contained in PAK with the spirit of Pancasila. Although there are obstacles such as differences in perception across generations and limitations of the education system, the synergy between PAK and citizenship education still has great potential to be developed. The results of this study recommend a holistic learning strategy so that students can grow into individuals who are faithful, have integrity, and have social responsibility as Indonesian citizens. Keywords: pancasila; contextual; faith and citizenship; social responsibility Abstrak Penelitian ini mengkaji peran strategis Pendidikan Agama Kristen (PAK) dalam menanamkan nilai-nilai Pancasila di kalangan mahasiswa STT Real Batam sebagai upaya membentuk kesadaran kewarganegaraan yang berakar pada nilai-nilai iman Kristen. Rumusan masalah berfokus pada bagaimana optimalisasi PAK dapat menjawab tantangan rendahnya kesadaran penerapan nilai Pancasila dalam kehidupan sehari-hari mahasiswa. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan deskriptif-analitis melalui studi literatur, wawancara, dan observasi, penelitian ini menemukan bahwa metode pembelajaran kontekstual, diskusi interaktif, serta kegiatan pengabdian masyarakat mampu mengintegrasikan nilai kasih, keadilan, dan tanggung jawab sosial yang terkandung dalam PAK dengan semangat Pancasila. Meskipun terdapat h…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: pancasila
  topic: keywords
subject: contextual
  topic: keywords
subject: faith and citizenship
  topic: keywords
subject: social responsibility
  topic: keywords
creator: Yudhy Sanjaya
creator: Viktor Deni Siregar
creator: Moralman Gulo
creator: Rame Irma Ida Sihombing
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2025-03-29
publication date: 2025-03-29
starting page: 32
ending page: 46
doi: 10.53547/0gbbkj42

Landasan Doktrinal: Kecerdasan Emosional dan Spritual Peserta Didik Masa Kini
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description: This article explores the doctrinal foundations of emotional and spiritual intelligence in the teaching of Christian education in the context of today's modernization. By referring to the principles and values ??contained in the Bible and the teachings of Christ, Christian education integrates emotional and spiritual intelligence in a holistic approach to character formation and spiritual growth of students. This article aims to review the doctrinal foundations underlying the growth of emotional and spiritual intelligence in Christian education. The research method used is qualitative with a literature review approach with data collection from religious texts, theological literature, and possibly interview transcripts. Qualitative research is able to process this descriptive data comprehensively. The conclusion obtained is that by integrating emotional and spiritual intelligence in the teaching approach, Christian education creates an environment that supports the holistic growth of students, both personally and spiritually. Keywords: doctrinal foundation; intelligence; emotional and spiritual Abstrak Artikel ini mengeksplorasi landasan doktrinal kecerdasan emosional dan spiritual dalam pengajaran pendidikan Kristen dalam konteks modernisasi saat ini. Dengan merujuk pada prinsip-prinsip dan nilai-nilai yang terdapat dalam Alkitab serta ajaran Kristus, pendidikan Kristen mengintegrasikan kecerdasan emosional dan spiritual dalam pendekatan holistik untuk pembentukan karakter dan pertumbuhan rohani siswa. Artikel ini bertujuan untuk mengulas landasan doktrinal yang mendasari pertumbuhan kecerdasan emosional dan spiritual dalam pendidikan Kristen. Metode penelitian yang digunakan ialah kualitatif dengan pendekatan literature reviewe dengan pengumpulan data dari teks-teks keagamaan, literatur teologis, dan mungkin transkrip wawancara. Penelitian kualitatif mampu mengolah data deskriptif ini secara komprehensif. Kesimpulan yang di dapat adalah dengan mengintegrasikan kece…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: doctrinal foundation
  topic: keywords
subject: intelligence
  topic: keywords
subject: emotional and spiritual
  topic: keywords
creator: Mangarimbun Gultom
creator: Katini
creator: Febe
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2025-03-30
publication date: 2025-03-30
starting page: 60
ending page: 80
doi: 10.53547/ha4a6w90

Kewaspadaan Terhadap Musuh Tersamarkan Dalam Komunitas Kristen: Analisis Alkitabiah Terhadap Ancaman Penyesat Dan Nabi Palsu
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description: True Christians build their faith on personal decisions born from spiritual experiences, particularly their belief in Jesus Christ. However, some individuals may join with impure motives, like yeast hidden in dough, which can negatively influence the community. This group includes deceivers, false prophets, and hypocrites who disguise themselves as fellow believers but are, in fact, hidden enemies. In Matthew 16:5-12, Jesus warns His disciples to be vigilant against the "yeast" representing the teachings of the Pharisees and Sadducees. This study employs a qualitative approach and literature review to explore strategies for being vigilant against such symbolic "yeast." It offers concrete guidelines on how to protect Christian communities from harmful elements. The analysis outlines vigilance strategies based on biblical principles, helping Christians uphold the quality of their faith and bear the fruits of righteousness. By His grace, true Christians are expected to be effective witnesses for Christ and overcome deceptive efforts in the end times. Keywords: christian vigilance; gospel of matthew 16; threats of false teaching Abstrak Orang Kristen sejati membangun iman mereka berdasarkan keputusan pribadi yang lahir dari pengalaman spiritual, khususnya keyakinan kepada Tuhan Yesus. Namun, ada individu yang bergabung dengan motif tidak murni, seperti ragi yang tersembunyi dalam tepung, yang dapat merusak komunitas. Kelompok ini termasuk penyesat, nabi palsu, dan munafik yang menyamar sebagai saudara seiman tetapi sebenarnya adalah musuh terselubung. Dalam Matius 16:5-12, Tuhan Yesus mengingatkan murid-murid-Nya untuk waspada terhadap "ragi" yang melambangkan ajaran orang Farisi dan Saduki. Penelitian ini menggunakan pendekatan kualitatif dan studi pustaka untuk mengeksplorasi strategi kewaspadaan terhadap ancaman "ragi" simbolis tersebut. Tulisan ini memberikan panduan konkret tentang bagaimana menjaga komunitas Kristen dari elemen perusak. Analisis ini menawarkan str…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Rita Oktavia Gunarto
creator: Samuel Herman
creator: Jessica Elizabeth Abraham
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-09-30
publication date: 2024-09-30
starting page: 145
ending page: 160
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i2.520

Analisis Teks Yosua 1:8 Terhadap Memori Dan Aplikasinya Untuk Meningkatkan Prestasi Remaja Di Sekolah Menengah Pertama Glugur, Medan
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description: In this highly competitive era, characterized by rapid advancements in digital technology, adolescents familiar with technology are expected to be responsible and achieve excellence. Intellectual development plays a crucial role, which is achieved through the learning process. The awareness of the need to learn must be fostered through self-motivation, especially for adolescents with strong spirituality. Religious attitudes, particularly the frequency of prayer, Bible reading, and attending church services, are key factors shaping the spirituality of Christian youth. This study focuses on the influence of Bible reading on enhancing the intelligence of adolescents at SMP Sei Glugur Medan. Using an exegetical approach to Joshua 1:8 and memory psychology, the researcher aims to explore the role of memory in retaining God’s word. The findings show that meditating on the scriptures, rather than merely reading them, significantly enhances the spirituality and memory capacity of adolescents, leading to intellectual development. These findings are expected to enrich teaching methods. Keywords: exegesis; adolescent education; memory psychology; spirituality; religiosity Abstrak Di era yang sangat kompetitif dengan perkembangan teknologi digital yang pesat, remaja yang akrab dengan teknologi dituntut untuk bertanggung jawab dan meraih prestasi. Intelektual berperan penting dalam hal ini, yang didapatkan melalui proses belajar. Kesadaran untuk belajar perlu dibangun dengan motivasi diri, terutama bagi remaja yang memiliki spiritualitas tinggi. Sikap religius, khususnya frekuensi berdoa, membaca Alkitab, dan beribadah di gereja, menjadi faktor utama pembentuk spiritualitas remaja Kristen. Penelitian ini fokus pada pengaruh membaca Alkitab dalam meningkatkan kecerdasan remaja di SMP Sei Glugur Medan. Dengan pendekatan eksegesis teks Yosua 1:8 dan psikologi memori, peneliti ingin melihat peran memori dalam mengingat firman Tuhan. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa merenungkan fir…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Jekson Tulus
creator: Sang Putra Immanuel Duha
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-09-30
publication date: 2024-09-30
starting page: 129
ending page: 144
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i2.540

Konsep Kristologi Konsili Kalsedon Dalam Menanggapi Ajaran Eutyches Pada Tahun 451 Dan Integrasinya Dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen
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description: The year 451 became an important event in the history of the church when it formulated a creed through a council aimed at responding to the teachings of Eutyches, which eventually became a firm hold as the formulation of the correct teaching on Christology in the church. This age also has the same challenge with the birth of Christology teachings that are different from the Bible such as the Judahite witness and other unsubstantiated teachings in social media. That is why this paper is important because it aims to provide a contribution of knowledge for the PAK of this age, which provides a concept of Christology as a foundation for the correct teaching of Christology. This research uses a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, where the author uses various sources of existing literature to obtain comprehensive study results. The main statement of the Council of Chalcedon was to affirm the doctrine known as “Chalcedonian Christology”, which states that Jesus is truly God and truly man, and both natures are present in Him simultaneously. Eventually, a concept of Christology emerged in which Christ is “recognized in two unmixed, unchanging, undivided, inseparable natures. Keywords: council of chalcedon; eutychianism; christology; christian education The year 451 became an important event in the history of the church when it formulated a creed through a council aimed at responding to the teachings of Eutyches, which eventually became a firm hold as the formulation of the correct teaching on Christology in the church. This age also has the same challenge with the birth of Christology teachings that are different from the Bible such as the Judahite witness and other unsubstantiated teachings in social media. That is why this paper is important because it aims to provide a contribution of knowledge for the PAK of this age, which provides a concept of Christology as a foundation for the correct teaching of Christology. This research uses a qualitative method with …
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Mangarimbun Gultom
creator: Candra Gunawan Marisi
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-09-30
publication date: 2024-09-30
starting page: 84
ending page: 96
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i2.560

Kompetensi Pedagogi Dalam Peningkatan Mutu Pendidikan Di SMPN 6 Nekamese
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description: Some teachers face difficulties in managing classrooms, especially when dealing with students who exhibit challenging behavior or have diverse abilities. The curriculum often changes in line with government policies, and some teachers struggle to adapt quickly, causing the material taught to not always align with the demands of the latest curriculum. This study aims to examine the pedagogical competence of teachers in improving the quality of education within the framework of Merdeka Belajar at SMPN 6 Nekamese. The method used is qualitative research at SMP Negeri 6 Nekamese, Kupang Regency, with the main informants being teachers who actively implement the Merdeka Belajar concept. The "Merdeka Belajar" concept, introduced by the Indonesian government in 2020, aims to transform the educational paradigm by providing students with greater freedom in choosing their learning and emphasizing the development of skills relevant to the real world. This study shows that good pedagogical competence significantly contributes to improving education quality by creating an inclusive and responsive learning environment. Recommendations for further research include examining the development of pedagogical competence in the aspect of technological mastery. Keywords: pedagogical competence; Merdeka Belajar; education quality; technological mastery Abstrak Beberapa guru mengalami kesulitan dalam mengelola kelas, terutama ketika berhadapan dengan siswa yang menunjukkan perilaku menantang atau memiliki kemampuan yang beragam. Kurikulum sering berubah seiring kebijakan pemerintah, dan beberapa guru kesulitan menyesuaikan diri dengan cepat, sehingga materi yang diajarkan tidak selalu selaras dengan tuntutan kurikulum terbaru. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengkaji kompetensi pedagogik guru dalam meningkatkan mutu pendidikan dalam kerangka Merdeka Belajar di SMPN 6 Nekamese. Metode yang digunakan adalah penelitian kualitatif di SMP Negeri 6 Nekamese, Kabupaten Kupang, dengan informan utama para…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Lidyasih Widyanti
creator: Ezra Tari
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-09-30
publication date: 2024-09-30
starting page: 112
ending page: 128
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i2.581

Peranan Pendidikan Kristen Dalam Membentuk Karakter Generasi Muda Di Era Digital
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description: This study aims to analyze the role of Christian education in shaping the character of youth in the digital era. The background of this research stems from the observation that young people tend to dislike being regulated, prefer to follow their own desires, distance themselves from community, and spend significant time interacting in the virtual world, which they consider a trendy culture. The primary focus of this study is to understand how Christian education can adapt to contemporary challenges and fulfill the church's calling to be the light and salt of the world. This research will address questions regarding the understanding of Christian education in the digital age and its role in this context. Additionally, this study discusses the challenges of Christian religious education in the digital era, highlighting five roles of the church in shaping the character of youth: character formation, instilling discipline, fostering a sense of responsibility, instilling values of honesty, and nurturing a fear of God. The implementation of these strategies varies, and there is room for enhancing understanding and application, which is essential for shaping the character of the church's future generation. Keywords: christianity; digital era; education; role; young generation Abstrak Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk menganalisis peran pendidikan Kristen dalam membentuk karakter generasi muda di era digital. Latar belakang penelitian ini berakar pada fakta bahwa generasi muda cenderung tidak suka diatur, lebih memilih mengikuti keinginan sendiri, menjauh dari komunitas, dan menghabiskan waktu berinteraksi di dunia maya, yang dianggap sebagai budaya yang sedang tren. Fokus utama penelitian ini adalah untuk memahami bagaimana pendidikan Kristen dapat beradaptasi dengan tantangan zaman dan memenuhi panggilan gereja sebagai terang dan garam dunia. Penelitian ini akan menjawab pertanyaan mengenai pemahaman pendidikan Kristen di era digital serta perannya dalam konteks tersebut. Se…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Roy Damanik
creator: Purwisasi Yuli
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-09-30
publication date: 2024-09-30
starting page: 97
ending page: 111
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i2.583

Pembelajaran di Era Teknologi Cerdas: Mengintegrasikan Kecerdasan Buatan dalam Pendidikan Agama Kristen
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description: This article discusses the integration of artificial intelligence (AI) in Christian Religious Education (CRE) in the era of intelligent technology. Utilizing a qualitative research method with a library research approach, this study aims to explore how AI can be used to support Christian religious education without sacrificing essential spiritual and ethical values. The primary issues addressed include the ethical and theological challenges in AI implementation and its impact on the role of teachers and the effectiveness of education. The novelty of this research lies in its holistic approach, combining theological and pedagogical analysis in AI application. The findings indicate that AI has the potential to enhance personalized learning and teaching efficiency, but it must be integrated carefully to ensure that Christian values remain central to education. This research offers practical recommendations for Christian educators to effectively and ethically utilize AI in the learning process.
subject: Articles
  topic: section
subject: artificial intelligence
  topic: keywords
subject: wisdom
  topic: keywords
subject: character and spirituality
  topic: keywords
subject: Christian religious education
  topic: keywords
creator: Rezeki Putra Gulo
creator: Nelci Mbelanggedo
creator: Oktavianus Rangga
rights: Copyright (c) 2025 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education https://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-sa/4.0
date: 2025-03-29
publication date: 2025-03-29
starting page: 16
ending page: 31
doi: 10.53547/sksp9f81

Peran Dosen dalam Mengembangkan Metode Mengajar untuk Meningkatkan Motivasi Belajar Mahasiswa di Sekolah Tinggi Teologi
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description: Many teaching methods are applied in the world of education with the hope that these methods can provide maximum results that affect students' learning motivation. However, in reality, some teaching methods are less favored by students. Many students tend to get bored with monotonous teaching and learning styles. This is also one of the challenges in the world of education in Indonesia, which is the ineffectiveness of the learning process. Lecturers often use monotonous and unvaried methods, resulting in a lack of motivation for students to develop their thinking skills. Seeing the imbalance between lecturers' teaching methods and students' motivation in learning, it is necessary to make changes in terms of teaching methods or student motivation. What is the role of lecturers in developing their teaching methods to improve students' learning motivation? The result of this study is that lecturers play an important role in developing teaching methods to improve students' learning motivation, such as the role of a coach, counselor, leader, facilitator, manager, motivator, administrator, modernizer, scientist, and builder. Keywords: Teaching Methods, Learning Motivation, Education, Theological College Abstrak Banyak metode-metode mengajar yang diterapkan dalam dunia pendidikan dengan harapan metode tersebut dapat memberikan hasil yang maksimal di mana berpengaruh terhadap motivasi belajar mahasiswa. Tetapi pada kenyataannya, sekarang ini sebagian dari metode mengajar dosen kurang diminati kalangan mahasiswa. Banyak mahasiswa cenderung bosan dengan gaya mengajar dan belajar yang monoton. Hal ini juga menjadi salah satu tantangan dalam dunia pendidikan di Indonesia yaitu kurang efektifnya proses pembelajaran. Dosen sering kali menggunakan metode yang monoton dan tidak bervariasi, sehingga menyebabkan kurangnya motivasi pada peserta didik dalam mengembangkan kemampuan berpikir Melihat ada ketidakseimbangan antara metode pengajaran dosen dan motivasi dalam mengajar dari mah…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Yolanda Nandasari Ochotan
creator: Royke Lantupa Kumowal, M.Th.
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-03-29
publication date: 2024-03-29
starting page: 31
ending page: 50
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i1.454

Peran Pendidikan Agama Kristen Terhadap Nilai Toleransi
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description: Today, the case regarding tolerance in Indonesia tends to be a discussion and struggle together. A discussion that provides an understanding of the role of Christian education on the values of tolerance. It is something that must be considered for believers in order to achieve tolerance that brings humans fellow children of the nation to live side by side well. Therefore, with the role of Christian education that can have a good influence and produce a good tolerance and create a sense of comfort with the presence of the value of tolerance in humans in the midst of a plural Indonesian nation. Using a descriptive qualitative method where researchers will analyze using literature studies in order to provide an understanding of the role of Christian education on tolerance in order to make tolerance a good attitude or lifestyle in humans. Because with Christian education, Christian education is very important for the growth of students both in the life of knowledge of God and in character also has changes. The education also aims to be useful for oneself, society, and the nation. By knowing the nation that has various kinds of differences, Christian education also needs to teach and maintain tolerance to its students, especially for Christian students. Tolerance is an absolute condition that has been practiced in Pancasila as well as possible and can guarantee good relations between fellow Indonesian citizens. Keywords: christian education; tolerance Abstrak Dewasa ini, kasus mengenai toleransi yang terdapat di negara Indonesia ini cenderung menjadi pembahasan dan pergumulan bersama. Pembahasan yang memberikan suatu pengertian mengenai peran pendidikan agama Kristen terhadap nilai-nilai toleransi. Adalah hal yang harus diperhatikan bagi orang percaya demi tercapainya toleransi yang mebawa manusia sesama anak bangsa hidup berdampingan dengan baik. Maka itu dengan adanya peran pendidikan agama Kristen yang dapat berpengaruh baik dan menghasilkan suatu toleransi yang baik …
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Elsjani A Langi
creator: Yonatan Alex Arifianto
creator: Saturnina Elisa
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2023-04-18
publication date: 2023-04-18
starting page: 63
ending page: 73
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v3i1.371

Penerapan Konsep Pendidikan Israel Kuno terhadap PAK Bagi Gen Z
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description: Facing the current industrial era 4.0, requires Christian Religious Education to enrich its teaching forms in an applied manner for students. The applied education needed by PAK today will be very rich if we learn from how the Israelites educate their descendants based on the laws taught by God. So the purpose of this research is to explore the educational aspects of the Israelites and how they maintain the heritage of ancient Israeli education that continues to be relevant to be applied to generation Z without reducing values and truths. By using descriptive qualitative research methods, namely observing various primary literature in the hope of obtaining sufficiently in-depth explanations from previous research, historical experts and education experts, the data obtained will be recorded and analyzed. The results of the study are divided into two: one is the existence of a strong relationship between educators and parents in achieving the vision of education, secondly, parents are able to dispel the negative influences caused by technological developments by taking responsibility for introducing children to who their God is and all His statutes consistently and repeatedly, so that generation Z is able to distinguish the values they should adopt or leave behind. This proves that they still maintain the pattern of ancient Israel's upbringing which prioritizes relationships with God and maintains holiness before God as a chosen nation. Keywords: Gen; Ancient Israel; Education Abstrak Menghadapai era industri 4.0 saat ini, menuntut Pendidikan Agama Kristen untuk memperkaya bentuk pengajarannya secara terapan bagi peserta didik. Pendidikan terapan yang di butuhkan oleh PAK zaman ini akan sangat kaya jika belajar dari bagaimana cara bangsa israel mendidik keturunannya berdasarkan hukum-hukum yang di ajarkan Tuhan. Maka tujuan penelitian ini adalah menyelami aspek-aspek pendidikan bangsa Israel serta bagaimana mereka mempertahankan peninggalan pendidikan Israel kuno yang…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Mangarimbun Gultom
creator: Gabriel Cristian Vieri
creator: Etaprida Zai
creator: Agiana Her Visnhu Ditakristi
creator: Talizaro Tafonao
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-03-29
publication date: 2024-03-29
starting page: 17
ending page: 30
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i1.512

Kepercayaan Musa Dari Perspektif Filsafat Armada Riyanto
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description: Belief is the result of a deep and complex relationship that cannot be summed up in simple words because it involves a spiritual journey. One example is faith, a personal relationship between humans and God. In the context of the Old Testament, the prophets, including Moses, were sent by God to guide His people. Despite numerous studies on Moses, research on his belief in God seems to have not fully delved into Moses' spiritual journey. Therefore, this study aims to explore the attitudes of the prophets' belief in God and the influence of Moses' belief on his fulfillment of duties. The research method employs literature review with a qualitative approach. The findings indicate that the presence of prophets in the Old Testament confirms God's involvement in human life and serves as an example for humans to strengthen their spiritual relationship with God. Moses, despite all his struggles, remained steadfast in his belief in God, even though he was not permitted to enter the promised land. This reflects a deep-seated faithfulness and loyalty, even in the face of trials and failures. Keywords: Bible; Covenant; Faith; Relationship Abstrak Kepercayaan merupakan hasil dari hubungan yang dalam dan kompleks, tidak dapat disimpulkan dengan kata-kata sederhana karena melibatkan perjalanan spiritual. Salah satu contohnya adalah iman, hubungan pribadi antara manusia dan Tuhan. Dalam konteks Perjanjian Lama, para nabi, termasuk Nabi Musa, diutus oleh Tuhan untuk membimbing umat-Nya. Meskipun banyak kajian tentang Nabi Musa, penelitian tentang kepercayaannya kepada Tuhan tampaknya masih belum menyentuh sosok Musa dalam perjalanan spritualnya. Oleh karena itu, penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi sikap kepercayaan para nabi kepada Tuhan dan pengaruh kepercayaan Nabi Musa terhadap pelaksanaan tugasnya. Metode penelitian menggunakan studi literatur dengan pendekatan kualitatif. Hasilnya menunjukkan bahwa keberadaan para nabi dalam Perjanjian Lama menegaskan keterlibatan Tuh…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Hokgiarto Witarso
creator: FX. Eko Armada Riyanto
creator: Mathias Jebaru Adon
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-03-29
publication date: 2024-03-29
starting page: 67
ending page: 83
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i1.506

Kontroversi Istri Tunduk Kepada Suami dalam 1 Petrus 3:1-7 dan Evaluasinya dalam Pernikahan Suku Batak Toba
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description: The letter of 1 Peter 3:1-7 is a controversial text with the assumption that the author has demeaned the position of women, moreover the patriarchal culture at that time did not treat women with respect. Patriarchal culture has also been deeply rooted in the Toba Batak tribe, where the majority adheres to Christianity. This study aims to explore advice regarding a harmonious household according to 1 Peter 3:1-7 and evaluate it in the Toba Batak culture. This study uses qualitative research with a descriptive approach. Although some experts argue that the advice in this text demeans women, this article finds that the harmony family according to Apostle Peter's advice emphasizes the joint submission of husband and wife to the Word of God, and the equality of husband and wife’s rights and obligations. This study evaluates the culture of the Toba Batak tribe through in-depth interviews and observations and finds that there are several Batak Toba cultures that are not in line with the advice in Petrus 3:1-7 regarding a harmonious household. Keywords: Submission; Marriage; Toba Batak Abstrak Surat 1 Petrus 3:1-7 merupakan teks yang kontroversial dengan anggapan bahwa penulis surat ini telah merendahkan posisi wanita, terlebih budaya patriarkat pada masa itu tidak memperlakukan wanita dengan hormat. Budaya patriarkat juga telah mengakar kuat di suku Batak Toba yang mayoritas menganut agama Kristen. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi nasihat mengenai rumah tangga harmonis menurut 1 Petrus 3:1-7 dan mengevaluasinya dalam budaya suku Batak Toba. Penelitian ini menggunakan penelitian kualitatif dengan pendekatan deskriptif. Walaupun beberapa ahli berpendapat nasihat dalam teks ini merendahkan kaum wanita, artikel ini menemukan bahwa nasihat Rasul Petrus menekankan penundukan suami dan istri secara bersama-sama terhadap Firman Tuhan, yang disertai dengan kesetaraan hak dan kewajiban suami dan istri merupakan kunci keharmonisan keluarga sesuai nasihat Rasul Petrus. Pe…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Sihar Daniel Manurung
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-03-29
publication date: 2024-03-29
starting page: 01
ending page: 16
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i1.505

Melindungi Anak di Era Digital: Peran Orang Tua Kristen dalam Mengelola Penggunaan Gadget dengan Bijak
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description: The development of technology has both positive and negative impacts on humanity. One prominent technological advancement is the existence of gadgets, serving as efficient communication media. The use of gadgets, especially by teenagers, often leads to negative impacts due to misuse. The role of parents is crucial in preventing the negative effects of gadgets on teenagers as they are the primary source of education for children. This research aims to elucidate the role of parents in preventing the negative effects of gadgets on teenagers, focusing on the teaching of Christian Religious Education (PAK) within the family. The research method employed is descriptive qualitative research with literature review. The findings of this research suggest that parents should accompany teenagers in gadget usage through several steps: firstly, paying attention to teenagers' activities while using gadgets; secondly, establishing agreements or designated schedules for gadget usage; thirdly, making agreements regarding the features or programs allowed during gadget play; fourthly, allocating time for children to share about their daily activities; and fifthly, avoiding excessive gadget usage when around children. Through the implementation of these steps, parents can effectively guide teenagers in using gadgets positively and create a healthy technological family environment. Keywords: Digital Era; Gadget Generation; Christian Education; The Role Of Parents Abtrak Perkembangan teknologi memberikan dampak positif dan negatif pada manusia. Salah satu kemajuan teknologi yang mencolok adalah keberadaan gadget, sebagai media komunikasi yang efisien. Penggunaan gadget, terutama oleh remaja, sering menimbulkan dampak negatif akibat penyalahgunaan. Peran orang tua menjadi krusial dalam mencegah dampak negatif gadget terhadap remaja sebagai sumber pendidikan pertama bagi anak-anak. Penelitian ini bertujuan mengungkapkan peran orang tua dalam pencegahan efek negatif gadget pada remaja, denga…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Elvi Putri Jelita Hia
creator: Marhendra Betzy Erlian Sono
creator: Mery Cristina Lumban Gaol
creator: Evraim Anggreini Br Hombing
creator: Rahel Triastuti Hutabarat
creator: Yunardi Kristian Zega
rights: Copyright (c) 2024 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2024-03-29
publication date: 2024-03-29
starting page: 51
ending page: 66
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v4i1.521

Peran Pendidikan Agama Kristen dalam Membangun Karakter Misi dalam Konteks Globalisasi
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description: The increasingly complex and dynamic context of globalization requires Christian Education to adapt to existing challenges. Plurality and multiculturalism, global ethical challenges, technology and social change, conflict and tolerance and the influence of popular culture and consumerism, all these issues underscore the importance of integrating Christian religious values into the development of mission character relevant to the context of globalization. This research aims to explore the role of Christian Education in building mission character in the context of globalization. The research method used is a literature study. The results showed that Christian Education has a significant role in shaping the character of the mission that is responsive to the context of globalization, namely: instilling a deep theological understanding; strengthen the foundation of beliefs and values underlying the mission; help individuals to understand and appreciate cultural diversity in a global context; Plays a role in shaping the character of the mission that is able to adapt to the changing global environment. The mission characters that need to be possessed are love and mercy, example, service and social care, cooperation and harmony, humility, justice and truth. Christian religious education can also facilitate a deep understanding of cultural and religious diversity, thus enabling each individual to engage in mission in an inclusive and respectful manner. Keywords: Christian religious education; mission character; The context of globalization Abstrak Konteks globalisasi yang semakin kompleks dan dinamis menuntut Pendidikan Agama Kristen untuk beradaptasi dengan tantangan yang ada. Pluralitas dan multikulturalisme, tantangan etika global, teknologi dan perubahan sosial, konflik dan toleransi dan pengaruh budaya populer dan konsumerism, semua masalah ini menggaris bawahi pentingnya mengintegrasikan nilai-nilai agama Kristen ke dalam pengembangan karakter misi yang relevan dengan …
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Jefrit Johanis Messakh
creator: Jacob Messakh
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2023-09-15
publication date: 2023-09-15
starting page: 74
ending page: 89
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v3i2.435

Tanggung Jawab Orang Percaya Atas Pengrusakan Alam: Perspektif Pendidikan Agama Kristen
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description: This research focuses on the responsibility of Christian communities towards environmental damage from the perspective of Christian religious education. The research method used is literature study and literature search to increase understanding and awareness of parents, educators, and church members about the importance of protecting nature. This research answers questions about the role of Christian communities in overcoming environmental damage and how approaches to Christian religious education can shape a generation that cares about the environment. Research findings show that irresponsible exploitation of natural resources results in significant environmental damage. Teaching in families, schools, and churches plays an important role in shaping environmental awareness and responsibility. Through a Christian religious education approach, this study found that a generation that cares about the environment can be formed. Parents, educators, and church members have a crucial role to play in conveying values about the importance of safeguarding and preserving nature to children and young people. From the analysis above, it can be concluded that Christian religious education can be an effective means in forming awareness and responsibility for the environment. This approach can be done through consistent, integrated teaching within families, schools, and churches. Christian communities have a role as a solution to environmental destruction and can involve the younger generation in efforts to preserve nature. Keywords: responsibility; believers; destruction of nature; Christian Education Abstrak Penelitian ini berfokus pada tanggung jawab jemaat Kristen terhadap kerusakan lingkungan dari perspektif pendidikan agama Kristen. Metode penelitian yang digunakan adalah studi literatur dan penelusuran pustaka untuk meningkatkan pemahaman dan kesadaran orang tua, pendidik, dan anggota gereja tentang pentingnya menjaga alam. Penelitian ini menjawab pertanyaan mengenai peran j…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Sang Putra Immanuel Duha
creator: Otniel Otieli Harefa
creator: Jan Lukas Lombok
creator: Nona Beta Marpaung
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2023-09-15
publication date: 2023-09-15
starting page: 90
ending page: 105
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v3i2.441

Sikap Gereja Menghadapi Perkawinan Beda Agama Yang Dilarang SEMA Nomor 2 Tahun 2023 Ditinjau dari Teori Inkremental
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description: Interfaith marriage or also known as mixed marriage in Indonesian laws and regulations is being hotly discussed and even contradicted. Because it is considered unethical and violates the norms in certain religions. Most recently, the Supreme Court of the Republic of Indonesia issued Supreme Court Circular (SEMA) No. 2 of 2023 concerning Guidelines for Judges in Adjudicating Cases of Applications for Registration of Inter-Religious Marriages of Different Religions and Beliefs. The publication of SEMA reaped pros and cons. The pros consider Sema as an effort to stop the existence of other marriages in Indonesia which are considered unethical. And one of the cons, one of which comes from the Setara Institute, considers that Sema has the potential to worsen the state of democracy that has declined since the last five years. For this reason, responding to Sema, who is reaping the pros and cons of the church, must behave. After all, the church has a moral responsibility to answer this challenge, which is based on the teachings of biblical values. The purpose and novelty of this research knows at least two things. First, what is the attitude of the church towards interfaith marriage today which has clearly triggered social turmoil so that the Supreme Court issued SEMA Number 2 of 2023. And second, how to minimize and restore the function of the church according to the Bible? To help find answers to this research, the authors used incremental theory. This research is based on the prudence of policy making by church leaders. In order to minimize social problems that will occur when making a decision to do or not to carry out the marriage blessing of two people of the opposite sex (man and woman) who love each other. Keywords: Bible; sema number 2 of 2023; marriage; incremental theory Abstrak Perkawinan beda agama atau dikenal juga dengan istilah perkawinan campuran dalam peraturan perundang-undangan di Indonesia sedang hangat diperbincangkan dan bahkan dipertentangkan. Karen…
subject: Articles
  topic: section
creator: Filemon Halawa
rights: Copyright (c) 2023 REAL DIDACHE: Journal of Christian Education
date: 2023-09-19
publication date: 2023-09-19
starting page: 142
ending page: 157
doi: 10.53547/rdj.v3i2.434