Mendidik seperti Yosua: Telaah Teologis dan Relevansinya bagi Praktik Pendidikan Kristen
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Abstract: This study aims to examine the figure of Joshua as a model for Christian education through a theological approach and library research methodology. Joshua emerges as an educator deeply rooted in the Word of God, establishing obedience to divine law as the foundation for character formation among the people. His exemplary leadership demonstrates that effective education must be embodied through personal integrity. Furthermore, Joshua underscores the significance of conscious moral choice, urging the community to actively and responsibly choose God. He also fosters identity awareness by recalling the historical acts of God, positioning education as a means of transmitting faith across generations. This analysis reveals that educating in the manner of Joshua entails shaping learners who are faithful, morally grounded, and anchored in spiritual identity. These findings hold relevance for the development of transformative and contextually responsive Christian educational practices in nowadays.
Abstrak: Penelitian ini bertujuan untuk mengkaji figur Yosua sebagai model pendidikan Kristen melalui pendekatan teologis dan metode library research. Yosua tampil sebagai pendidik yang berakar kuat pada firman Tuhan, menjadikan ketaatan terhadap hukum Allah sebagai landasan pembentukan karakter umat. Keteladanannya dalam kepemimpinan menunjukkan bahwa pendidikan yang efektif harus diwujudkan dalam integritas hidup. Selain itu, Yosua menekankan pentingnya pilihan moral yang sadar, mengajak umat untuk memilih Allah secara aktif dan bertanggung jawab. Ia juga membangun kesadaran identitas melalui pengingatan sejarah karya Allah, menjadikan pendidikan sebagai sarana pewarisan iman lintas generasi. Telaah ini menunjukkan bahwa mendidik seperti Yosua berarti membentuk peserta didik yang beriman, bermoral, dan berakar pada identitas spiritual. Temuan ini relevan bagi pengembangan praktik pendidikan Kristen yang transformatif dan kontekstual pada masa kini.
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