The church must remember its identity as a refuge for sinners, not a showcase for the comfortable. With new congregations rising in urban areas like PIK2, the challenge is to prioritize compassion over aesthetics. True faithfulness is measured by the love, mercy, and healing offered to the broken, not by architectural grandeur.
Christmas is a time for reflection on the birth of Jesus and what meaningful gifts we can offer Him. The most valuable gifts include an open heart, love in action, and a commitment to personal growth. These gifts are about welcoming Jesus into our lives and living out kindness, patience, and forgiveness.
Jakarta is a bustling city characterized by ambition and chaos. However, the relentless pursuit of personal goals has led to stress, pollution, and social inequality. Jesus’ act of foot washing serves as a powerful reminder that true leadership involves serving others. Jakarta needs a cultural shift towards empathy and collective action, prioritizing humility over ambition.
Søren Kierkegaard's paradox of faith, illustrated by Abraham's willingness to sacrifice Isaac, challenges ethical reasoning and rationality, presenting faith as an individual, radical commitment to God. This paper explores Abraham’s role as a "knight of faith," emphasizing the tension between faith and ethics, and its influence on existentialist thought and religious belief.
