The Spirituality of Hope of Christian Religious Education Teachers at SD Negeri 03 Tanjung Medan in Genesis 3:15 on the Protoevangelium
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This study explores the spirituality of hope among Christian Religious Education (CRE) teachers at SD Negeri 03 Tanjung Medan through the lens of Genesis 3:15, known as the Protoevangelium. The research examines how CRE teachers interpret and embody the theological concept of hope embedded in this foundational biblical text within their pedagogical practice and personal spiritual formation. Employing a qualitative phenomenological approach, data were collected through semi-structured interviews with five CRE teachers, classroom observations, and document analysis. The findings reveal that teachers conceptualize hope as a trinitarian spiritual dynamic rooted in God's promise of redemption, which manifests in three dimensions: existential hope (dealing with daily challenges), pedagogical hope (believing in students' transformation), and eschatological hope (anticipating ultimate restoration). The Protoevangelium serves as a hermeneutical foundation for maintaining resilience amid educational challenges, shaping character formation strategies, and fostering a redemptive classroom culture. This study contributes to understanding the intersection of biblical theology, spirituality, and educational practice, offering implications for teacher spiritual formation programs and Christian pedagogy in pluralistic educational contexts.
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