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The Story of David's Victory in 1 Samuel 17:45-52 and Its Implications for the Attitude of Faith of Today's Christians in Facing Challenges Fallo, Abryani; langkola, Adinda lestari; Manu, Sendi Marlina; Djawa, Maya
JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala Vol 10, No 1 (2025): JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala (Februari)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pendidikan Mandala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58258/jupe.v10i2.8346

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David's courage in fighting Goliath can be an example for us Christians today, so that we as Christians have the courage to face the challenges we will face in life. David had to fight the Philistines who came armed with swords, spears and javelins and also had to fight Goliath, a giant. However, he came in the name of the Lord of the worlds. David's victory was not only due to his strength or skill in fighting but because of his firm faith and also because of God's guidance. Therefore, we as Christians must have firm faith that we can overcome the challenges and problems we will face because God's presence is always there. The purpose of this writing is how David's victory in his faith contributed to the attitude of Christians in facing challenges today. The research method used is literature study, namely a research method that collects data from existing sources.
The story of Ayub in Ayub 2:1-10 and its relevance in facing life's trials Pays, Ordiana Martha; Tanono, Solly Rosalia; Faot, Ormiaty; Taek, Delni; Maukari, Marsela; Djawa, Maya
JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala Vol 10, No 1 (2025): JUPE : Jurnal Pendidikan Mandala (Februari)
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pendidikan Mandala

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.58258/jupe.v10i1.8367

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The story of Job in Job 2:1-10 and its relevance in facing life's trials. The aim of this research is to understand whether Job’s life experience can be a weapon for us to face life’s trials today. The research method used in this research is the theme of the story of Job in Job 2:1-10 and its relevance in facing life’s trials. Life tests are a series of challenges and trials that we face in the course of our lives, because humans are God’s most perfect creatures and are destined to face various life tests. When facing suffering or trials in Christian life today, the character of Job becomes an inspiration for those who face difficult and unexplainable situations. This suffering ultimately led to a deeper understanding of God as stated by Job himself. Despite experiencing tremendous loss, Job remained steadfast in his faith in God.  His attitude of choosing to surrender himself to God’s existence and trust in His better plans is an inspiration for believers today to remain strong in their faith when facing suffering. Suffering is not a sign that someone has been forgotten or punished by God, but is part of a test of faith that shapes character and increases spiritual maturity.The story of Job, Job 2:1-10, Reflection on life today.
Manajemen Pendidikan Politik Menurut Martin Luther Djawa, Maya; Baun, Nofriana; Adi Saingo, Yakobus
Jurnal Media Informatika Vol. 6 No. 1 (2024): Jurnal Media Informatika Edisi September - Desember
Publisher : Lembaga Dongan Dosen

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Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengeksplorasi kontribusi konsep manajemen pendidikan politik menurut Martin Luther dalam penataan manajemen pendidikan politik bagi orang Kristen masa kini. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode pustaka dengan analisis kualitatif, mengumpulkan dan menginterpretasikan data dari sumber tertulis seperti buku, jurnal, dan artikel ilmiah terkait. Data primer diperoleh dari wawancara dengan tokoh yang memahami persoalan politik di Indonesia, khususnya yang melibatkan orang Kristen. Teknik pengumpulan data meliputi observasi fenomena politik, dokumentasi, dan wawancara untuk mendapatkan informasi yang komprehensif. Hasil penelitian menunjukkan bahwa pemisahan antara otoritas politik dan otoritas agama yang ditekankan Luther sangat relevan untuk mendorong gereja berfokus pada misinya sebagai lembaga spiritual, tanpa terjebak dalam konflik kekuasaan. Konsep Sola Gratia dan Sola Fide yang diperkenalkan Luther memberikan dasar etis bagi orang Kristen untuk bertindak dalam politik, menekankan bahwa keselamatan bergantung pada anugerah Allah, bukan perbuatan baik. Dengan mengintegrasikan prinsip-prinsip ini, orang Kristen dapat berperan sebagai agen perubahan yang mempromosikan keadilan sosial dan kesejahteraan masyarakat, menjadikan konsep manajemen pendidikan politik Luther sebagai panduan dalam membangun kader pemimpin yang melayani dan menciptakan tatanan politik yang lebih adil.
Sara Douda's Essence of Symbols: Expressions of Art, Culture and Faith of the Loli Community West Sumba Sutomo, Sulistyastuti; Tari, Ezra; Djawa, Maya
Academic Journal of Educational Sciences Vol 9 No 1 (2025): June
Publisher : Postgraduate School, Universitas Nusa Cendana

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.35508/ajes.v9i1.22413

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The Sara Douda dance is a form of oral tradition of cultural arts that combines movement elements from the original dance of the Loli community accompanied by energetic traditional music, namely gongs and drums, as a powerful medium for expressing the experience of faith, namely thanksgiving to the Almighty for giving His grace in the life of Loli society. Sara Douda is full of verbal and non-verbal symbols, rich in meaning, messages and cultural values ​​for the Loli community, used for social interaction and is also an expression of faith to the Highest. To obtain the meaning of symbols in Sara Douda cultural poetry, the author used qualitative methods to search for information related to Sara Douda tradition by conducting interviews in the Tarung-Loli village of West Sumba. The aim of this research is to obtain an overview of the essence, form and meaning of the Sara Douda cultural symbol as a form of expression of art, culture and faith of the Loli people in the study of Contextual Theology with Paul Tillich's perspective which is packaged in the title "Sara Douda Symbol: Expression of Art, Culture and Faith of the Loli Community West Sumba”. Sara Douda is a cultural symbol of the Loli people and also a symbol of their faith. Religious symbols allow individuals to access Divine reality and express their experiences of faith within a cultural context. The verbal and nonverbal symbols in Sara Douda show the Loli Community's faith and belief in God, the Creator of heaven and earth as in the phrase of Ama wolo Ama rawi. Their offerings of praise and expressions of gratitude have been expressed through poetry in the form of couplets and lines as well as beautiful dances from time to time, from generation to generation until now. It can be said that the essence of Sara Douda culture is a means for Loli people to carry out theology contextually in social life.
Theological Study of The Belis Culture in Marriage of The West Sumba Community, Tana Righu District Nadap Rafi Ghungnga; Eki Neonisa; Maya Djawa
International Perspectives in Christian Education and Philosophy Vol. 2 No. 2 (2025): May : International Perspectives in Christian Education and Philosophy
Publisher : Asosiasi Riset Ilmu Pendidkan Agama dan Filsafat Indonesia

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.61132/ipcep.v2i2.375

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This study examines theologically the practice of giving dowry in Sumbanese weddings. This tradition has been passed down from generation to generation and is often associated with church weddings. Various responses to dowry, especially from Christians, are the main focus. The method used is a literature study, with the object of study being the giving of dowry in the marriages of biblical figures such as Isaac and Rebekah, Jacob and Rachel, David and Michal, and Shechem and Dinah. The theological reflections produced include: First, dowry in the Bible functions as a sign of appreciation for women and their families. Second, dowry is not coercion, but rather a way for men to show love for their future wives. Thus, dowry in Sumbanese culture does not conflict with Christian faith and has a positive value for helping each other. The implications include: First, dowry must be in accordance with the man's ability. Second, dowry should not be used as a tool to fulfill personal ambitions. Payment of dowry should be for the common good. Third, dowry must be given in an honorable manner, without justifying any means to prove the ability to pay dowry at a high price.
Life Cycle in the Beliefs of the Atoni Pah Meto People Hawu Haba, Yuda D.; Djawa, Maya; Saingo, Yakobus Adi
JURNAL LEDALERO Vol 24, No 1 (2025): Jurnal Ledalero Edisi Juni 2025
Publisher : Institut Filsafat dan Teknologi Kreatif Ledalero

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31385/jl.v24i1.548.40-57

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Cultural diversity in Indonesia acts as a catalyst for tolerance and the formation of a diverse society with values rooted in religion, local wisdom, and cultural heritage. However, the low level of spiritual understanding and inadequate cultural integration in East Nusa Tenggara have triggered the emergence of cases that disregard the human life cycle, such as the prevalence of abortion and suicide, as well as social and economic pressures that undermine the mental well-being of the community. Previous research delved into the local wisdom of the Timorese community, the historical aspects of the Timorese culture, and the Toit Ulan Ritual in Central Amanuban. This study focuses on the beliefs of Atoni Pah Meto in the Banamas Neonsaet (East Amanuban), exploring its cultural heritage and local beliefs. It aims to understand the impact of ceremonies on each life stage from the perspective of their local wisdom that contributing to the preservation of the community’s mental well-being. Utilizing qualitative methods and a phenomenological approach involving community leaders, the study employs observation, interviews, and documentation, with subsequent data reduction, presentation, and verification. Findings highlight that life-cycle ceremonies reflect values of familial bonds, cooperation, and harmony with nature. Marriage and funeral processes involve family roles in maintaining spirituality and warding off spiritual disturbances. Despite the influence of formal religion, traces of traditional beliefs persist, shaping a unique identity that harmonizes cultural heritage and religion. The research underscores the importance of preserving and understanding this cultural richness for the sustainability and harmony of the Atoni Pah Meto in the East Amanuban. Key words: East Amanuban, Ceremony, Life Cycle, Local Wisdom, Atoni Pah Meto.
KESELAMATAN DALAM YESUS KRISTUS SEBAGAI KABAR BAIK BAGI MASYARAKAT MARGINAL Taneo, Noviarni; Yitra Gloria Bana; Nofrianti Enliyani Tualaka; Maya Djawa
MERDEKA : Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 2 No. 6 (2025): Agustus
Publisher : PT PUBLIKASI INSPIRASI INDONESIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62017/merdeka.v2i6.5461

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Keselamatan dalam Yesus Kristus adalah inti dari Injil dan menjadi dasar iman Kristen. Namun, dalam realitas sosial masa kini, masyarakat marginal—seperti orang miskin, penyandang disabilitas, korban konflik, perempuan tertindas, dan komunitas adat—sering kali tidak merasakan kabar baik ini secara konkret. Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji makna keselamatan dalam Kristus secara teologis dan bagaimana penerapannya dalam konteks sosial marginal. Dengan pendekatan kualitatif teologis dan studi pustaka, tulisan ini menyoroti ajaran Alkitab mengenai inklusivitas keselamatan, telaah Kristologi pembebasan, serta teologi kontekstual. Ditekankan bahwa keselamatan dalam Kristus bukan hanya jaminan hidup kekal, tetapi juga pembebasan dari ketidakadilan, penindasan, dan peminggiran. Gereja dipanggil untuk menjadi saluran kasih dan keadilan Allah, menghadirkan Injil dalam wujud yang nyata bagi kaum marginal.
KARYA PENYELAMATAN ALLAH DALAM PERSEKUTUAN DENGAN KRISTUS BAGI MANUSIA Laata, Rosalia; Leni Kristiana Wabang; Sefanya Loinati; Maya Djawa
MERDEKA : Jurnal Ilmiah Multidisiplin Vol. 2 No. 6 (2025): Agustus
Publisher : PT PUBLIKASI INSPIRASI INDONESIA

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.62017/merdeka.v2i6.5496

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Karya penyelamatan Allah dalam Kristus menekankan pentingnya persekutuan dalam kehidupan gereja. Keselamatan tidak hanya bersifat individual, tetapi juga komunitarian, di mana umat dipanggil untuk hidup dalam hubungan yang erat dengan Allah dan sesama. Namun, tantangan individualisme dan sekularisasi dalam masyarakat modern mengancam pemahaman persekutuan ini. Artikel ini mengeksplorasi makna perjamuan kudus sebagai simbol persekutuan yang hidup, yang seharusnya mengatasi eksklusivitas dan memperkuat relasi antarumat. Dengan menggunakan pendekatan tafelmemeenschap, penulis menunjukkan bahwa perjamuan kudus bukan sekadar ritual, tetapi sarana transformasi spiritual yang inklusif. Melalui penelitian ini, gereja diharapkan dapat memahami kembali persekutuan dalam konteks yang lebih luas, sehingga dapat menjawab tantangan zaman dan mewujudkan kasih, pengampunan, dan harapan dalam komunitas Kristen.
Partisipasi Jemaat Dalam Bulan Budaya Dan Implikasinya Terhadap Pelestarian Budaya Lokal di Kalangan Jemaat Gmit Bukit Kalvari Nunuteta Marwela R. Seo; Yerliani Boymau; Yosep Sudarso; Maya Djawa
JISPENDIORA Jurnal Ilmu Sosial Pendidikan Dan Humaniora Vol. 3 No. 3 (2024): Desember: Jurnal Ilmu Sosial, Pendidikan Dan Humaniora
Publisher : Badan Penerbit STIEPARI Press

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.56910/jispendiora.v3i3.2872

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This study aims to describe the forms of congregation participation in the Cultural Month celebration at GMIT Bukit Kalvari Nunuteta and its implications for the preservation of local culture. In the context of globalization that threatens the existence of traditional cultures, the church is viewed as a key agent in sustaining the cultural identity of its members. Using a descriptive qualitative approach, data were collected through in-depth interviews, participatory observations, and documentation. The findings reveal that congregational participation spans all stages of activity—from planning, implementation, benefit utilization, to evaluation. This involvement is not merely symbolic but active and spiritual, reflecting the integration of faith and culture in church life. The Cultural Month serves not only as a means of inculturation but also strengthens the collective awareness of the congregation regarding the importance of transmitting local cultural values across generations. The study recommends reinforcing culturally based church ministry strategies to support the sustainable preservation of local heritage.
Pelaksanaan Program Makanan Dari Tuhan Ministry Bagi Penguatan Potensi Jemaat Di Gereja Misi Injili Indonesia (GMII) Kupang Barat: Pengabdian Tari, Ezra; Djawa, Maya; Pairikas, Fenetson; Kasse, Simon; Sutomo, Sulistyastuti; Prata, Arriyon
Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Vol. 4 No. 1 (2025): Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat dan Riset Pendidikan Volume 4 Nomor 1 (Juli 2025 -
Publisher : Lembaga Penelitian dan Pengabdian Masyarakat

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.31004/jerkin.v4i1.2779

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Artikel ini membahas secara mendalam implementasi program tersebut, mencakup latar belakang, metode pelaksanaan, dinamika di lapangan, serta hasil yang dicapai dalam konteks penguatan iman, ekonomi, dan solidaritas jemaat. Pendekatan yang digunakan adalah deskriptif-kualitatif melalui observasi, wawancara, dan dokumentasi kegiatan bersama jemaat. Hasil dari pelaksanaan program menunjukkan bahwa inisiatif Makanan dari Tuhan Ministry tidak hanya memberikan dampak positif terhadap kebutuhan gizi dan ketahanan pangan jemaat, tetapi juga mendorong penguatan potensi lokal seperti kewirausahaan kecil, kreativitas pemuda, serta penguatan persekutuan antaranggota gereja. Kesimpulannya, pelaksanaan Makanan dari Tuhan Ministry di GMII Kupang Barat berhasil menjadi contoh konkret pelayanan pengabdian masyarakat berbasis gereja yang relevan dengan kebutuhan jemaat. Artikel ini merekomendasikan penguatan kolaborasi lintas sektor, pemanfaatan potensi lokal secara lebih maksimal, serta dokumentasi sistematis sebagai dasar pengembangan program berkelanjutan di masa depan.