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Maher Banu
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Faith Behind The Scenes: The Spiritual Life Of Christian Students Of IAKN Kupang Amid The Current Of Social Media Marniati Pada; Hilno Wesli Malaipen; Jhilianti Marlin Bahan; Lidia Talan; Marcella Maukari; Maher Banu; Andriana Indra Santi Sole
JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala Vol 11 No 2 (2026): JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala (Juni)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pendidikan Mandala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58258/jh7g2k56

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This study aims to explore and deeply understand the spiritual life of Christian students at the Institut Agama Kristen Negeri (IAKN) Kupang amidst the increasingly massive use of social media. The research employs a qualitative approach using a phenomenological method. Data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observation, and documentary studies. Informants were selected through purposive sampling, consisting of 10 active students of IAKN Kupang. The results identified three main themes: (1) social media plays a dual role as both an opportunity and a challenge for spiritual life; (2) students experience tension between digital identity and Christian faith commitment; and (3) spiritual adaptation strategies developed by students to maintain faith depth in the digital era. This study concludes that the spiritual life of Christian students at IAKN Kupang is dynamic and contextual, significantly influenced by the intensity and patterns of social media consumption, but can be managed through the formation of solid faith communities and Christian values-based digital literacy.
Materialism In Modern Education: A Philosophical Analysis And Theological Criticism From The Perspective Of Christian Religious Education Marniati Pada; Yada Jufenta Kake; Lidia Talan; Maher Banu
JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala Vol 11 No 1 (2026): JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala (Februari)
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58258/jupe.v11i1.10266

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Materialism is a philosophical school that views matter as the highest reality and rejects the existence of the spiritual dimension. This view has had a major influence on the development of modern science and education, especially in the emphasis on cognitive, empirical aspects and measurable achievements. This article aims to examine the basic concept of materialism, the main figures who influence it, and the implications of its application in the world of education. Furthermore, this article critically analyzes materialism from the perspective of Christian faith and Christian Religious Education (PAK). Through a literature review approach and theological analysis, it was found that materialism has made a positive contribution to the development of scientific methods, but at the same time has serious weaknesses because it reduces humans to purely physical creatures. This view is contrary to the teachings of the Bible which emphasizes humans as God's creation who have a body, soul and spirit. Therefore, this article recommends that Christian Religious Education develop a holistic educational approach by integrating cognitive, moral and spiritual aspects, so that students are not trapped in a materialistic mindset
Co-Authors Andriana Indra Santi Sole Hilno Wesli Malaipen Jhilianti Marlin Bahan Lidia Talan Marcella Maukari Marniati pada Yada Jufenta Kake