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Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat
ISSN : 25487868     EISSN : 25487558     DOI : https://doi.org/10.46445/ejti
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Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat menitikberatkan pada penyampaian informasi hasil penelitian, analisa konseptual dan kajian dalam bidang Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat oleh para sivitas akademika internal dan eksternal STT Simpson Ungaran dengan rasio 30:70. Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat terbit dua kali dalam setahun yaitu bulan Januari (Batas penerimaan naskah pada bulan Oktober) dan Juli (Batas penerimaan naskah pada bulan Mei). Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat telah terdaftar pada Google Schoolar, BASE (Bielefeld Academic Search Engine), One Search. ISSN 2548-7868 (cetak), 2548-7558 (online)
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Perceptions of Church Financial Transparency: Ethical-Theological Analysis and Financial Accountability Christanti, Rossalina; Wibowo, Wahju Satria; Wijaya, Yahya
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 1 (2023): January 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i1.616

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This paper examines the perception of transparency among the Church Councils with an ethical-theological analysis and an analysis of financial accountability. The background of the problem is that there are different perceptions among the congregations regarding church financial accountability. These differences reflect differences in theological ethical content. The data collection method used is a mix-method, which uses quantitative tools by distributing questionnaires and in-depth interviews with several church assemblies. The final number of respondents is 167 church assemblies from two church groups, namely the Indonesian Christian Church of the Central Java Regional Synod (Gereja Kristen Indonesia Sinode Wilayah Jateng/GKI SW Jateng) Region of Solo and the Javanese Christian Churches (Gereja-gereja Kristen Jawa/GKJ) Region of North Yogyakarta. The result is a moral obligation is proven to have a significant effect on transparency and intention to disclose financial information to the congregation. This moral obligation to make church finances transparent is based on the church community or congregation members. The ethical drive mainly comes from the community. Theologically, this result on the one hand confirms the existence of the church as a community of faith that drives the formation of values. On the other hand, it presents an opportunity for the church to make a program that formed a personal value of transparency in the Church Council. The research contribution is to the development of the Church Council's guidance on financial accountability and the development of theological ethical values.
The Pastor’s Role in Effectively Managing the Congregation’s Potential: A Case Study in GKII Gracia Sintang Herwinesastra, Herwinesastra; Luther, Henry; Rostiani, Rostiani
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 1 (2023): January 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i1.620

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This article examines the pastor's role as a religious leader in empowering the congregation's potential. Research for this article was conducted in GKII Gracia parish, Sintang. Qualitative method was utilized by the researchers, who interviewed the pastor, church committee members, and many members of the congregation. Data triangulation was used to obtain pertinent information from interview transcripts, and the results were then presented in a descriptive manner. Based on the collected data, these roles—which the pastor does in his capacity as a spiritual leader—were recognized as being essential to achieving church autonomy in GKII Gracia Sintang: 1) enlistment of the congregation in spiritual ministry to involve them according to their own abilities and potential, 2) optimization of external opportunities and utilization of internal potential to achieve good results, 3) mobilization of the congregation through encouraging and galvanizing them to participate in church ministry. In order to support these roles, particularly mobilization, training, pastoral visitation, and sermon delivery aimed at awakening the congregation to the importance of their participation were carried out.
Misconceptions of the Sabbath as Rest: The Social Interpretation of Exodus 23:1-12 and Its Relevance Kelelufna, Jusuf Haries; Warella, Sipora Blandina; Patty, Brayen Aliong; Gaszpers, Dery Anthon; Noya, Yohanis Sefwin
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 2 (2023): July 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i2.627

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This article is driven by the many problems related to Sunday activities and land problems in the Moluccas. According to J.H Elliott, the authors analyze the text of Exodus 23:1–12 using the social sciences critique method. Meanwhile, the theory used as an analytical tool is the Structural-Functional theory proposed by Emile Durkheim and Jean Jacques Rousseau’s social contract theory. The results of the analysis are then discussed in relation to the church context in the Moluccas. The study's results found that originally, Sabbath meant to rest within the context of work. "Work," as understood by the concept of Sabbath, means working with God in promoting social care, economic sustainability, and environmental concern. Misunderstandings of the Sabbath as Rest cause certain elements in the structure of Moluccan society not to function as they should because the Sabbath is misconstrued to perpetuate laziness, ignore others, hinder economic growth, and ignore the environment. In actuality, the Sabbath provides balance, not only balancing work with rest but also balancing rest with work. The Sabbath needs to be interpreted as 'working' in the context of communion with God, social care, guaranteeing economic sustainability, and concern for the environment. Local wisdom and regional culture as a social contract are still necessary in caring for humanity and preserving the territory, so such local wisdom and particular aspects of regional culture must be preserved and strengthened.
Spiritual Education for Children as A Shared Responsibility Between Parents and The Church Sitanggang, Murni Hermawaty
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 1 (2023): January 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i1.630

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Parents must nurture their children from their earliest days to know God personally. However, some parents sometimes do not realize this and neglect their responsibility. Thus, this study explores how parents and the church should develop a mutual partnership in children’s spiritual education. The author used a qualitative method with a literature approach to investigate the problem and propose suggestions. The conclusion was that the parent is the primary responsible party in educating children. But, they can not do this task independently without the church's help. Since relying on Sunday School as part of the church’s responsibility for teaching children alone is not enough, the church could help them by providing training that educates parents to do their parental responsibilities. And to ensure that the education at home will overlap with church teaching, Sunday School teachers and parents as partners should develop mutual respect and communication. If everyone involved in children's ministry, directly or indirectly, could cultivate this joint responsibility, it would help children grow in fear of God and be better people. As the future generation, improving the quality of our ministry for children will eventually create a better church, now and later.
Initiating Discourse on Toraja Church Economic Theology: Role of Tongkonan in Forming and Developing Economic Theology in Toraja Church Pasoloran, Oktavianus; Sanderan, Rannu; Pasulu, Alpius
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 2 (2023): July 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i2.653

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This research intends to initiate and formulate the economic theology of the Toraja Church based on a biblical view, and it is realized that it requires challenging and complex efforts. The field of Economics is vast and significant, and therefore, in the context of the Toraja Church, theology is inclined to aid economists in establishing an ethical, faith-based groundwork for the development of economics. The extensive scope of this inquiry has motivated the Toraja Church to initiate this investigation as a foundation for fostering sustainable research pertinent to the economic realm of Torajan population. This research carries out using a qualitative method. Primary data were collected by means of observations and interviews during various mini-tours and live-ins of field research. Both personal interviews and those in the form of tentative-by-the-run FGD were conducted. To support them, referential data were collected by literature review and documentation from various stakeholders. This study recognizes 1) God's mandate to organize the economy, 2) preferential options for the poor, and 3) economic empowerment as a responsible duty. However, in its fundamentals the Toraja Church should build its economic theology based on Biblical principles, taking consideration of its experience & history and the community’s socio-cultural context.
Theological Perspectives on Responses to Prayer Requests in WhatsApp Groups Nggebu, Sostenis; Buyung, Yopie F.M.; Wood, Alan
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 2 (2023): July 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i2.663

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The problem of this article speaks the importance of the essence of prayer in the Christian life. Praying is a valuable opportunity for believers. Humans can ask God for help with their life problems. Praying can be seen as a special place for believers to build close relationships with God. They can also utilise any technology service to connect and pray for each other such as through calling, sending letters or newsletters, and WhatsApp Group contemporary communication facilities. Through praying for each other, people are interconnected and dependent on God. The method used in this study is a descriptive method. Researchers investigate the text of Bible verses related to the importance of praying for others. This approach is taken to lay the Christian theological basis of prayer. The results show that praying for others is a Christian character. Because Christians are commanded by Christ to pray for each other. Praying for others reflects a Christian character that is firmly inherent in believers. Believers who submit prayer support show the plea is urgent and urgent. That need must be answered by responding and praying for it. In today's context, WhatsApp Group facilities can be used as an effective and communicative means to convey prayer requests to and from others. The request encourages believers with sincere hearts to be enterprising and pray for each other.
Digital Sin: A Theological Review of Human Sins through Audio-Visual in Digital Realm Mendrofa, Eriyani; Suryaningsih, Eko Wahyu; Min, Chang Young
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 2 (2023): July 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i2.666

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The development of increasingly advanced Science and Technology has altered various aspects of human life. Whether consciously or not, this development has also impacted the spiritual component of humans. This article discusses how sin can enter human existence through the senses of hearing and sight, beginning with Eve in Genesis 3:15 and continuing to the present day with the widespread use of digital media. The method utilized is a literature review composed of books and journal articles. The findings of this study indicate that digital media can serve as a channel for sin. Humans can sin because of flawed hearing and words. Through the consumption of indecent materials such as pornography, and the unethical use of visual media, digital media sets up the potential for humans to feed their already sinful tendencies. This action demeans human dignity and undermines cherished Christian values. Sinful individuals require pastoral care. Understanding, support, guidance, prayer, prevention, and long-term recovery must be the focus of the ministry for those who have sinned through digital media use. Therefore, a pastor and pastoral counselors must understand the digital world and the challenges people confront in order to approach problems with wisdom and compassion.
Application of Shepherd Leadership to the Spiritual Growth of Christian Youth in the Digital Age Imbing, Roy; Pandie, Remegises Danial Yohanis
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 7 No 2 (2023): July 2023
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v7i2.668

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Writing this article aims to describe the pastor's strategy in educating, fostering and guiding young people to experience spiritual growth. This article refers to the role of pastors in formulating the right strategy to solve the spiritual problems of young people which are slowly declining due to the pace of technology. Where, young people ignore worship and other spiritual activities such as a lack of interest in worship both in public worship, household worship, youth worship, and worship activities on church holidays. The, method used in this research is literature study which refers to references related to the topic raised. In this study, the authors found that pastors have a strategy to apply their leadership to grow the spirituality of youth through Teaching God's Word with contextual topics, Bible study, coaching and guidance through counseling and the use of digital media. The achievement of pastoral leadership in the spiritual growth of young people is seen in terms of their quality of life. The proof of the spiritual growth of young people is that they will be diligent in participating in fellowship services at church and are able to practice the value of the truth of God's Word to their surroundings.
Pastoral Theology: A Methodological Approach to Analyzing Social Cases Zaluchu, Sonny Eli; Zaluchu, Frederik Reforivan Baziduhu
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 8 No 1 (2024): January 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v8i1.676

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Religious life cannot be separated from society. As a religious institution, the church must impact society through concrete action. One of these approaches is through pastoral theology. This research aims to provide a methodological template for academics and churches, in particular, to use pastoral theology to analyze societal problems. This is necessary because some churches are still bound by dogmas that restrict the church’s role to “spiritual” matters rather than matters of concrete social concern. So, churches often distance themselves from the social theory approach in dissecting society's problems. The analytical tool used in this paper is the pastoral cycle method. A pastoral theological approach focuses on cases that have occurred or are currently occurring in society. This paper uses the case of food scarcity, namely cooking oil, which has occurred in Indonesia. The research results show that the social theological approach, which has been shunned by evangelical theology, can be used in dissecting and mapping social cases in society to contribute to the church in determining anticipatory steps and responding with concern to these social problems. Through this research, it can be concluded that the social function of the church as light and salt of the world can be achieved by using pastoral theology. The implications of this research will encourage churches to position themselves as government partners in realizing the achievement of SDG targets on the one hand and the other hand, provide new insight that pastoral theology does not only deal with “spiritual” (i.e., intangible) matters. It can be seen that a Biblical approach can be intertwined with social analysis for the purpose of social welfare.
The Implications of Nahum 1:12-2:2 for the Case of Religious Discrimination in Indonesia Mokoagouw, Henny; Rouw, Randy Frank; Brown, Lisa
Evangelikal: Jurnal Teologi Injili dan Pembinaan Warga Jemaat Vol 8 No 1 (2024): January 2024
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.46445/ejti.v8i1.677

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The book of Nahum is full of the news of God’s judgment upon Nineveh; this book looks gloomy and hopeless, but one will find the theme of restoration as well. This article analyzes Nahum 1:12-2:2 as a basis for addressing the problem of religious discrimination in Indonesia.  Using the literature study method, the results from this article are divided into theological and practical implications. Theologically, the text of Nahum 1:12-2:2 provides believers with hope for restoration from the One who brings true restoration: God himself. Practically, this text encourages God's people to remain steadfast and not despair but have hope, for there will come a time when God restores them. In addition, when true restoration occurs, believers should return to God and not continue to indulge themselves in pleasure and self-satisfaction.