Editorial Introduction
Praise be to God Almighty for the publication of Jurnal Teologi Pambelum Volume 4, Issue 2, February 2025. In this edition, we present the theme Theology, Ethics, and Spirituality in Contemporary Contexts, which seeks to explore various theological dynamics in interaction with the evolving times. This theme highlights how theological, ethical, and spiritual understanding remains relevant in addressing the ever-changing social, cultural, and moral challenges.
The first article, titled "Ecological Spirituality Through Music: A Study on the Role of STT GKE Hymns in Enhancing Spirituality", authored by Ripaldi, Enta Malasinta Lantigimo, and Josephine Indah Sari, examines how hymns in the Kalimantan Evangelical Church Theological Seminary (STT GKE) serve as a means of enhancing spirituality, particularly in fostering ecological awareness among congregations.
The second article, "The Transformative Leadership of Jesus Christ: A Theological and Ecclesiological Review", written by Tomy Viktor Rampi Rawung, Yoas Tanugraha, and Arimurti Kriswibowo, explores the leadership model of Jesus Christ and how His transformative leadership principles can be applied in contemporary ecclesiastical and social contexts.
Next, the third article, titled "From Exclusivity to Inclusivity: The Shift in the Outpouring of the Spirit from the Old to the New Testament Based on Joel 2:28-29", by Alexzander Parlindungan Manalu and Kristina A. M. Panggabean, analyzes the shift in the concept of the outpouring of the Holy Spirit from the Old Testament to the New Testament and its implications for an inclusive theological understanding.
The fourth article, "The Importance of Shame: The Meaning of Adam and Eve's Fall in Preventing Scandals Among Christian Public Officials in Indonesia", authored by Andres Maurenis Putra, explores the role of shame in the Genesis 3 narrative as a moral foundation for Christian public officials in carrying out their duties with integrity.
The fifth article, titled "Ngitus Bali as Social Control in Murutuwu Village: A Sociological-Theological Study of Dayak Ma’anyan Christian Local Wisdom in Indonesia", written by Sudianto and Kinurung Maleh, discusses how the Ngitus Bali practice functions as a social control mechanism within the Dayak Ma’anyan Christian community and its relevance to social ethics.
Finally, the sixth article, "The Sin of ‘Envy’ in the Collection of Proverbs 3:31; 14:30; 23:17 and Its Implications for Gen-Z Social Interactions", by Irenza Artanauli Manurung, Clarita Hukum, Fredy Kapang, and Aska Aprilano Pattinaja, examines how the concept of envy in the Book of Proverbs can serve as an ethical reflection for the younger generation in facing social challenges in the digital era.
Through this edition, we hope that each article provides profound theological insights and encourages critical reflection in fostering a more ethical and spiritual life. We extend our gratitude to the authors, peer reviewers, and all parties who have contributed to the publication of this journal. May this journal serve as a valuable resource for the development of theology and the practice of Christian life.
Editorial Board of Jurnal Teologi Pambelum
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