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The Role of Christian Books in the Faith Formation of the GMIM Baitel Eris Congregation: Peran Buku Kristen dalam Pembentukan Iman Jemaat Gmim Baitel Eris Kamu , Kevia N.V.; Tololiu, Filipi Syelomita; Wentinusa, Zheruya Seidy Grasella; Londa, Christofanny; Tumiwa , Evi Stans Evlin; Runtuwene, Hendry C. M.; Palempung, Rivay; Sarimbangun, Ramli
Santhet: (Jurnal Sejarah, Pendidikan Dan Humaniora) Vol 9 No 6 (2025): SANTHET: (JURNAL SEJARAH, PENDIDIKAN DAN HUMANIORA)
Publisher : Proram studi pendidikan Sejarah Fakultas Keguruan Dan Ilmu Pendidikan Universaitas PGRI Banyuwangi

Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.36526/santhet.v9i6.6644

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This study examines how the Christian book, the Buku Renungan Harian Keluarga (RHK), influenced the formation of faith among the members of GMIM Baitel Eris in the Tandengan District. Set in the context of the overall discussion on Protestant spiritual formation and family worship, the study deals with the current application of RHK in home worship, its perception by congregants, and its contribution to spiritual development and family life. Data were collected using a qualitative case study design, where semi-structured interviews with adult congregants, parents, youth, Sunday school teachers, column leaders, and office-bearers of the church were used, supplemented by participatory observations during family and sectoral worship venues and document analysis of RHK editions and church records. Thematic data analysis was conducted in accordance with the steps of data analysis presented by Braun and Clarke. The results indicate that RHK is more strongly integrated into GMIM Baitel Eris' daily piety, and thus, it is a domestic liturgical script that reflects congregational worship. The devotional reflection part is the experience that is found to be the most valuable, as it connects Scripture and everyday life. According to the respondents, they experienced improved spiritual knowledge, increased intimacy with God, self-character development, and improved family relations. The first barrier to regular use was busyness, and the digital formats and proposed interactive features are hints of what needs to be changed in the future. The paper concludes that Christian books continue to play a crucial role in the formation of faith in local GMIM settings and makes pastoral suggestions to support and revitalise the practices of family-oriented devotion in the face of modern-day social and technological transformation.
MEREKONSTRUKSI PARADIGMA KESEMPURNAAN KRISTEN (PENATUA & DIAKEN) MELALUI PERSPEKTIF JOHN WESLEY Pongoh, Daniel Willy; Palempung, Rivay
STT Kingdom Vol 6 No 1 (2026): KINGDOM : Jurnal Teologi dan Pendidikan Agama Kristen
Publisher : STT KINGDOM BALI

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This article examines the concept of Christian Perfection according to John Wesley and its relevance to the life and ministry of church officers in the GMIM Gloria Taratara congregation. The main issue addressed is the moral and spiritual crisis among church officers, particularly cases of adultery that contradict the Christian calling and the ethical demands of ministry. This study aims to analyze the gap between Wesley’s teaching on Christian Perfection and the lived reality of church officers, as well as to propose a renewed paradigm for church ministry. A qualitative research approach was employed, using interviews with church officers and congregation members, combined with theological literature analysis. The findings reveal that many church officers understand ministry merely as a formal ecclesial duty, lacking a deeper awareness of Christian Perfection as a lifelong process of sanctification rooted in perfect love. The study concludes that Wesley’s concept of Christian Perfection needs to be reconstructed as a communal process supported by spiritual formation, church discipline, and accountability systems, so that ministry may authentically reflect Christ’s love, holiness, and moral integrity within the contemporary church context.