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Manna Rafflesia
ISSN : 23564547     EISSN : 27210006     DOI : 10.38091
Core Subject : Religion,
Manna Rafflesia (Jurnal Teologi Agama Kristen) yang dikelola oleh Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Arastamar Bengkulu (STTAB). Jurnal ini diterbitkan sebagai upaya untuk melaksanakan Tri Dharma Perguruan Tinggi. Secara khusus dalam bidang penelitian. Jurnal ini diterbitkan 2 kali dalam setahun (per 6 bulan), yaitu pada Bulan April dan Oktober. Jurnal Manna Rafflesia merupakan wadah publikasi hasil penelitian teologi
Arjuna Subject : Umum - Umum
Articles 281 Documents
Prinsip Etika Kristen Dalam Menyelesaikan Sengketa Di Antara Sesama Orang Percaya: Analisis Retoris 1 Korintus 6:1–11 Tri Endah Astuti; Ashar Mapule
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.627

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Conflict resolution among believers presents a critical theological and pastoral challenge for the contemporary church. This study examines 1 Corinthians 6:1–11, where Paul critiques believers for utilizing secular courts and offers an alternative ethical framework. Employing a qualitative hermeneutical method through rhetorical and exegetical analysis, the research explores Paul’s ethical principles for internal dispute resolution. The findings highlight three core principles: resolving conflicts within the faith community, engaging a wise mediator, and practicing reconciliation grounded in love. These principles establish a holistic, transformative ethical-theological foundation. The study concludes that the church must revitalize its internal role as a reconciling community and establish conflict resolution models aligned with Kingdom values. The novelty of this research lies in its integrative approach, combining rhetorical-exegetical analysis with contemporary pastoral application to reframe the passage as a vision for community identity.
Kepemimpinan CEO Alkitabiah: Integrasi Teladan Musa, Etika Bisnis Kristen, dan Manajemen Modern Berbasis AI Juliaman Hutabarat; Kornelius Rulli Jonathans; Haryadi Sarjono
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.661

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Leadership in the modern business world faces complex dynamics due to the development of globalisation, digitalisation, and increasingly fierce competition. Secular values often dominate leadership practices, so that ethical and spiritual principles are often neglected. On the other hand, the Bible presents the example of Moses' leadership, which prioritises integrity, exemplary behaviour, and obedience to God as the foundation of true leadership. A phenomenon that has emerged is the increasing use of artificial intelligence in modern management, which demands the integration of technology, ethics, and spirituality. The purpose of this study is to formulate the concept of biblical CEO leadership through the integration of Moses' example, Christian business ethics, and modern AI-based management. The research method used is qualitative with a literature study approach. This study concludes that biblical CEO leadership emphasises the integration of theological values, the example of Moses, and Christian business ethics as a solid moral foundation for strategic decision-making. This approach combines biblical leadership principles with modern AI-based management practices to achieve exponential and sustainable organisational growth. Thus, the biblical CEO leadership model presents a harmonious framework between spirituality, morality, and technological innovation in the dynamics of the contemporary business world.
Kajian Inkarnasional 1 Korintus 9:19-22 dan Implementasinya dalam Misi Lintas Budaya Masyarakat Melayu Ocu Pekanbaru Markus A. Simanjuntak; Ivan Indarto
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.668

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This study analyzes the incarnational strategy in 1 Corinthians 9:19-22 and its application to cross-cultural missions among the Ocu Malay community in Pekanbaru. Utilizing Walter C. Kaiser Jr.’s exegetical method and a qualitative approach (in-depth interviews and focus group discussions), this research identifies seven core incarnational principles, including becoming a servant to all, understanding local traditions, and serving under the law of Christ. Findings reveal that primary ministry challenges include a limited understanding of the matrilineal system, insufficient mastery of the Ocu language, and minimal relationships with ninik mamak. Five out of six informants struggled to comprehend the matrilineal system, and four informants still relied on Indonesian or Minang. This study emphasizes the importance of pre-deployment training with anthropological insights, a phased ministry approach, and partnerships with local institutions. Applying incarnational principles proves to enhance Gospel outreach effectiveness by respecting local wisdom without compromising Gospel integrity, providing a practical contribution to contextual mission strategies in Indonesia.
Kepemimpinan Kristen Di Tengah Tantangan Toleransi Dan Kebebasan Beribadah Dalam Bingkai Pancasila Anes Prasetiyaningsih; Risnayanti Risnayanti; Kevin Anggi Mazmur
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.681

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Christian leadership in Indonesia faces complex challenges in upholding tolerance and freedom of worship within a pluralistic society. Pancasila, as the foundation of the state, serves as a framework that governs national life and guarantees religious freedom as stated in the first principle and several articles of the 1945 Constitution. However, the implementation of these values often encounters obstacles such as intolerance, discrimination, and restrictions on religious activities. This article examines the role of Christian leadership in responding to these challenges by emphasizing the principles of love, service, and constructive interfaith dialogue. The study employs a qualitative method with a literature review approach, analyzing relevant books and journals. The findings reveal that the values of Pancasila have not been fully realized in the context of religious pluralism, as acts of intolerance and violence in the name of religion remain prevalent. This study highlights the importance of strengthening spiritual leadership capacity in actualizing the values of Pancasila as a unifying force for the nation
Analisis Kritis Terhadap Keilahian Yesus Sebagai YHWH Dalam Kerangka Kristologi Arianisme Sabdono Junior Natan Silalahi; Budiman Sipayung
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.686

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Following the Council of Nicaea, Trinitarian orthodoxy in Indonesia faces challenges from modern Arian-patterned Christology, which denies Jesus's absolute divinity by reducing Him to a created being. This study refutes local Arian arguments by examining the continuity of divine identity between YHWH in the Old Testament and Jesus in the New Testament. Using a qualitative library research approach based on systematic-biblical theology and patristic literature, this research conducts exegesis on key biblical texts. The findings demonstrate that New Testament authors intentionally applied the title Kyrios to Jesus to affirm His consubstantiality (homoousios) with YHWH. Furthermore, reducing Jesus to a finite creature invalidates Christian soteriology, as only an infinite divine Being can execute human redemption. This study concludes that Jesus is YHWH incarnate, offering Indonesian churches a tactical apologetic framework that dismantles contemporary subordinationist theology through foundational Old-to-New Testament divine name continuity.
Rekonstruksi Iman dan Krisis Spiritual Generasi Z di Era Post-Truth: Analisis Biblika Kontekstual di Era Digital Priyantoro Widodo; Dwi Cahyono
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.699

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The development of digital technology and the post-truth era have triggered faith deconstruction and growing skepticism toward biblical authority and church tradition among Generation Z.This study aims to analyze the deconstruction of faith as a manifestation of Generation Z's spiritual crisis through a contextual biblical approach in the digital age. A descriptive qualitative design utilizing a literature review approach was employed in this research. The findings indicate that faith deconstruction reflects a crisis of meaning in the post-truth era, while the digital realm is transforming into a new locus of spirituality that is increasingly personal, dialogical, and hybrid. Consequently, faith reconstruction via contextual hermeneutics serves as a strategic endeavor to reinterpret tradition in a relevant and transformative manner for Generation Z amidst radical cultural shifts
Markus, Injil Menurut Paulus: Yesus Memberitakan Yesus? Deky Hidnas Yan Nggadas; Lyly Grace Mantiri
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.704

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Did Jesus proclaim Himself? This research question arises from an observation of the longstanding debate within New Testament scholarship, particularly the conflict model proposed by the Tübingen School, which distinguishes between the gospel of Jesus (concerning the Kingdom of God) and the gospel of Paul (concerning Christ). This article aims to assess the validity of such a dichotomy by examining the literary-theological relationship between the Gospel of Mark and the Pauline epistles, especially in their use and interpretation of the term εὐαγγέλιον (gospel). This study employs a qualitative-descriptive method through literature review, combined with literary-theological observation and exegetical analysis of key texts in the Gospel of Mark. In addition, a limited quantitative approach is utilized to analyze the frequency of the term “gospel” within the New Testament corpus in order to establish lexical correlations between Mark and Paul. The findings indicate a substantive continuity between Jesus’ proclamation in Mark and the Pauline gospel. In Mark, the gospel of the Kingdom of God cannot be separated from the person of Jesus as the present and reigning King; the motif “for My sake and for the gospel” underscores that Jesus Himself constitutes the primary content of that proclamation. Therefore, the dichotomy between Jesus and Paul loses its persuasive force. Jesus in the Gospel of Mark is both the proclaimer and the content of the gospel—a theological resonance that strongly aligns with the Pauline gospel.
Maano dalam Merawat Kehidupan Masyarakat Negeri Rutong: Teologi Kontekstual Berbasis Stephen B. Bevans dan Aholiab Watloly Rouli Retta Trifena Sinaga; Johan Robert Saimima; Lucky Wattimury; Fernando Lusikooy
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.707

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Maano in the Negeri Rutong is a legacy of ancestors who have perpetuated harmonious social relations within the society. Maano contributes to the integration of society in Maluku and Indonesia, but has not been constructed theologically. The aim of this study is to construct maano as local contextual theology. By using qualitative research method, as well as data collection techniques, namely: observation, interviews and literature studies, this study describes and analyzes maano with the concept of island society in Maluku from Aholiab Watloly, also dialogues it with the concept of contextual theology according to Stephen B. Bevans. The findings of this research are: (1) maano is a practice of sharing the harvest in the Negeri Rutong; (2) maano contains values of harmony that maintain social relations in the Negeri Rutong; and (3) theologically maano is a way of believing that maintains communal life. This article is expected to enrich the contextual study based on local wisdom of maano in the Negeri Rutong, that has implication for the unity of society of Maluku and Indonesia.
Embodied worship: Peran Musik Liturgis dalam Pembentukan Spiritualitas Jemaat Yunatan Krisno Utomo
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.710

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This study examines liturgical music as a pedagogical practice grounded in embodied worship, focusing on pseudo-participation. This phenomenological study involved three GBT congregations in Semarang, purposively selected based on their liturgical music practices. Data were collected through participant observation, in-depth interviews with 10 participants, and documentation. Findings show that liturgical music mediates spiritual experience through voice, gesture, and affective responses, encompassing musical experience, bodily engagement, reflection, and faith internalization. However, physical participation does not necessarily indicate spiritual engagement. The study identifies music's reduction to emotional stimulation, instances of pseudo-participation, and tensions between bodily expression and liturgical conventions. These findings challenge assessments of congregational participation based on outward expression. The study reconceptualizes liturgical music as a pedagogical space integrating theological, aesthetic, and embodied dimensions to support reflective, holistic, and transformative faith formation. Its contribution is a refined understanding of pseudo-participation within embodied worship and congregational education
Memahami Imago Dei pada Era Kecerdasan Artifisial: Kajian Teologis dan Implikasi Etis Aya Susanti; Sarah Wassar
Manna Rafflesia Vol. 13 No. 1 (2026): Oktober
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Show Abstract | Download Original | Original Source | Check in Google Scholar | DOI: 10.38091/man_raf.v13i1.716

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This study examines the theological significance of the doctrine of Imago Dei in response to the ethical challenges posed by artificial intelligence to human dignity and identity. Utilizing a qualitative literature review approach, the research analyzes how technological advancements in AI necessitate a profound reflection on theological anthropology. The findings indicate that the Imago Dei remains the foundational framework for affirming human uniqueness and dignity amidst digital progress. Consequently, AI development and utilization must be guided by Christian ethical principles to ensure technology supports human well-being without eroding core values. Ultimately, the study highlights the need for a contextual reconstruction of Christian spirituality and ethics, enabling believers to engage with AI wisely, responsibly, and in alignment with their divine calling as God's image.