Pedagogical Competence of Christian Religious Education Teachers in Shaping Students’ Discipline: A Biblical Reflection on Genesis 19:26 at SDN 101845 Suka Makmur

Abstract

This study explores how the pedagogical competence of Christian Religious Education (PAK) teachers contributes to the formation of disciplined character among students, using Genesis 19:26 as a biblical foundation within the context of SDN 101845 Suka Makmur. With 235 Christian students and 10 Christian teachers, including PAK educators, the school provides a rich environment for examining how discipline emerges from the intersection of instructional quality, relational pedagogy, and biblical moral guidance. Employing a qualitative approach, the study integrates a Systematic Literature Review (SLR), semi-structured interviews with teachers and students, and an exegetical analysis of Genesis 19:26. The findings reveal that pedagogical competence, expressed through well-structured instruction, consistent classroom management, and engaging learning strategies, plays a foundational role in fostering student discipline. Teachers who demonstrate clarity, consistency, and creativity in their pedagogical practices are more successful in helping students internalize behavioral norms. The biblical narrative of Lot’s wife serves as a powerful moral lesson, emphasizing the consequences of disobedience, divided attention, and reluctance to leave negative patterns behind. Students respond positively to the integration of this narrative, demonstrating improved self-awareness and behavioral focus. The study also highlights the importance of relational competence, as students are more inclined to follow disciplinary guidance when they trust and respect their teachers. External factors such as home environment and parental involvement influence students’ disciplinary development, yet the biblical framework provides stability and direction. The study affirms that spiritually grounded pedagogical competence significantly enhances the formation of disciplined character in Christian education.