Jurnal Teologi Amreta (ISSN: 2599-3100)

Pemberitaan kemurnian Firman Tuhan di tengah-tengah Tantangan arus Kapitalisme Ekstrem

Andreas Filemon Sibuea — 2025-05-19

Capitalism, with its strong influence on culture, economy, and social values, often distracts from the core of Christianity. Therefore, this paper aims to identify the challenges the church faces in maintaining the authority of the Bible amidst the influence of capitalism, as well as offer solutions and steps that can be taken to maintain the purity of the proclamation of God's Word. Capitalism often encourages an excessive focus on materialism, wealth and personal success, which can erode Christian values such as love, humility and self-sacrifice. Churches may be tempted to change the gospel message to better suit the values of capitalism, which can ultimately undermine the purity of God's Word. In addition, there is concern that in a world driven by a market economy, the priorities of the church may shift from ministry and spiritual mission to being more oriented towards economic growth or financial over-management. The question raised is: how can the church remain faithful to the authority of the Bible and proclaim the purity of God's Word in the face of capitalist cultural pressures? To achieve the purpose of writing this article, it begins with a biblical foundation study followed by a theological discussion from a Christian perspective which then presents the church's teaching in facing the challenges of capitalism.

Indonesian Women’s Struggle for Equality in Church and Society

Julia Theis — 2025-05-19

According to ancestral custom, the position of Indonesian women is
equal to the men. Indonesian women have marriage’s right equal to men.
The influence of Islam, among other things, caused the position of Indonesian
women to be inferior to the men. Indonesian women were struggling for
equality in the society. Although, women have a special position in the
church because of their roles in the early history of Christianity, women have
to struggle for equality leadership roles in church. It was caused by the fallen
human nature and the wrong interpretation of the Bible. The purpose of this
paper is to describe the struggle of Indonesian women for equality in church
and society, and to find Pentecostal theology solutions which can help them
in their struggle for equality. In order to accomplish this purpose, I will
discuss the cultural, economic and political perspective on Indonesian
women. I also will discuss position of women in Indonesian church
concerning their roles in the church.

Kharismata dan Pertumbuhan Gereja: Suatu Analisis Teologis dan Praktis

Isak Suria — 2025-05-19

Abstract

This study examines the role of charisma in church growth from a theological and practical perspective with a qualitative approach. The research methods used include literature studies and comparative analysis of churches that emphasize using spiritual gifts in their ministry. Data was obtained from primary sources such as biblical texts, theological commentaries, interviews with church leaders, and secondary sources from scientific journals and previous research.

The results showed that churches adopting charismatic practices, such as healing, prophecy, and speaking in tongues, experienced faster congregational growth than more structured churches. However, other factors such as visionary leadership, innovative evangelistic strategies, and the use of digital technology have also significantly impacted church expansion. Additionally, the study identifies challenges charismatic churches face, including theological instability and a lack of a deep understanding of biblical teachings.

The discussion of this research highlights the importance of balancing charisma and a more holistic church growth strategy. Churches can achieve stable and sustainable growth by understanding the interplay between charisma and other factors, such as leadership and evangelistic strategies.

Bahasa Roh Dalam Kesatuan Tubuh Kristus: Suatu Kajian Teologis 1 Korintus 12-14

Heppy Agustina Harefa — 2025-05-19

Artikel ini membahas peran bahasa roh dalam kehidupan rohani secara pribadi dan komunitas gereja, serta pengaruhnya terhadap pembentukan karakter Kristiani. Tujuan penulisan artikel ini adalah untuk mengeksplorasi pemahaman teologis tentang bahasa roh dalam tradisii Pentakosta, melihat bagaimana praktik ini mendalamkan hubungan pribadi dengan Tuhan dan memperkuat kesatuan tubuh Kristus dalam gereja. Penelitian ini menggunakan metode studi literatur dan analisis teks-teks Alkitab, khususnya yang berkaitan dengan ajaran Paulus dalam 1 Korintus 12-14, untuk mengkaji penggunaan bahasa roh dalam ibadah pribadi dan komunitas gereja. Artikel ini juga mengidentifikasi tantangan yang dihadapi gereja Pentakosta dalam menerapkan bahasa roh dengan bijaksana, menjaga keseimbangan antara pengalaman rohani pribadi dan dampaknya terhadap kesatuan gereja. Selain itu, pembahasan lebih lanjut mengenai implikasi praktis dari penggunaan bahasa roh dalam kehidupan sehari-hari menunjukkan bagaimana bahasa roh tidak hanya berperan dalam ibadah, tetapi juga dapat memperkuat kehidupan keluarga, pekerjaan, dan interaksi sosial. Dengan demikian, artikel ini menyarankan agar gereja menekankan penggunaan bahasa roh dengan pengertian dan bijaksana, sehingga tidak hanya memperkaya kehidupan rohani pribadi, tetapi juga meningkatkan kesatuan dan kohesi dalam komunitas gereja. Penulisan ini diharapkan dapat memberi wawasan tentang pentingnya bahasa roh dalam pembentukan karakter Kristiani serta tantangan dalam implementasinya di tengah masyarakat modern yang semakin sekuler.

Karya Roh Kudus dalam Keselamatan: Eksposisi Efesus 1:13-14 tentang Meterai dan Jaminan Bagi Orang Percaya

Jin Hee Choe — 2025-05-19

Ephesians 1:13–14 contains the concepts of the Holy Spirit as a seal and a guarantee of salvation, which have been interpreted in various ways across Christian traditions. This has raised theological questions about the precise meaning and contemporary relevance of these terms for believers today. The subject of this study is text of Ephesians 1:13–14, while the object is the theological understanding of the concepts of sphragis (seal) and arrabōn (guarantee) in the context of salvation. The purpose of this research is to clarify the meaning of these concepts and explore their implications for Christian faith and practice. This qualitative study employs an exegetical and biblical hermeneutic approach. Data were collected through library research of biblical texts and theological literature, and analyzed through linguistic, historical, and theological synthesis. The findings reveal that the Holy Spirit affirms the believer’s identity as God’s possession, assures an unshakable salvation, guarantees the fulfillment of the eschatological inheritance, and calls believers to live in holiness. In conclusion, the role of the Holy Spirit as seal and guarantee offers a robust theological foundation for the doctrine of salvation and provides spiritual encouragement for believers in their daily faith journey.