A.M.G PELAYANAN PASTORAL KONSELING TERHADAP OKULTISME DITINJAU DARI KISAH PARA RASUL 13:6-11 DAN IMPLEMENTASINYA DI JEMAAT GBI HILIHAO

Abstract

Abstract:

This study aims to analyze pastoral counseling services for occult attachment based on Acts 13:6–11 and identify its implementation in congregational ministry at GBI Hilihao Church. The story of Paul's confrontation with Elymas, a sorcerer, is a strong theological reference in dealing with the influence of the power of darkness in the midst of the church today. This study uses a qualitative method with a Biblical approach and a field case study of occult practices that occur in the GBI Hilihao congregation.

The results found that the involvement of the congregation in occult practices is closely related to the influence of local culture, spiritual ignorance, and the search for instant solutions to life's problems. Pastoral counseling services are carried out through personal counseling, deliverance prayers, teaching the word of God, and further development in the discipleship community. This process has proven effective in freeing the congregation from spiritual bondage and helping them grow in faith in Christ.

The implementation of Acts 13:6–11 in pastoral counseling services shows the importance of spiritual courage, the power of prayer, and sensitivity in recognizing and responding to spiritual problems in the congregation. This study provides practical and theological contributions in pastoral ministry, especially in dealing with occult issues wisely, lovingly, and based on the authority of God's Word.