Didache: Journal of Christian Education
Vol. 7 No. 1 (2026): June

Adolescents and Christian Identity: Navigating Faith in the Digital Era

Leiria Meisyani (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Simpson Ungaran)
Lilis Orliani Clodia Ceti Simon (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Simpson Ungaran)
Astrid Maryam Yvonny Nainupu (Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Simpson Ungaran)
Isaac Sean (Beaconhouse School System)



Article Info

Publish Date
09 Apr 2026

Abstract

This study addresses the growing social relevance and scientific gaps in understanding how Christian youth navigate faith identity in an increasingly digital landscape. This study aims to analyse the dynamics of Christian youth faith formation in the digital ecosystem and to identify the theological dimensions that impact the development of authentic Christian identity. A systematic comparative literature review was conducted using peer-reviewed articles from 2010 to 2025, sourced from primary databases, and thematically analysed. The results reveal the emergence of hybrid faith communities that blend online and offline worship, the emergence of Moralistic Therapeutic Deism as a challenge to orthodox Christian identity, and the prospect of digital discipleship to enhance faith formation and mission outreach. The study emphasizes the important role of pneumatology in digital contexts while acknowledging limitations such as gaps in virtual manifestation and digital. This research recommends developing a digital literacy and theology curriculum and adopting a hybrid discipleship model to foster deeper spiritual formation amid digital challenges.

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Journal Info

Abbrev

DJCE

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Subject

Religion Arts Education Other

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The scopes of this journal published articles are: Christian Education Church Education Philosophy and Christian Education Theology Learning Technology of Christian Education Management of Christian Education. The professionalism of Christian Education ...