Volume 106(1) Regular Issue January 2025
Volume 106(2) Themed Issue - March/April 2025
Volume 106(3) Themed Issue - June 2025
Volume 106(4) Regular Issue - August 2025
(Forthcoming papers: all requested major and minor revisions have been attended to - to be uploaded by 03 August)
1. Surrogacy in Islamic Jurisprudence: A Comprehensive Study of Maqasid al-Shariah and Ethical Viability According to Contemporary Mufassir – Yudha, A.T., Dalimunthe, A.Q. & Rahma, N.D.
2. Welcoming the Other: The Psychotheological Approach of Ruth 4:13-17 – Sihombing, S. & Saragih, E.S.
3. Challenging the Misconception of Rituals: An Islamic Theological Critique of the Hidden Violence in the Practice of Animal Slaughter - Sholikhah, R.L. & al-Mujtahid, N.M
4. The interplay between the material and non-material pneumatology in Pentecostalism: a pneumatological Pentecostal theology of materiality – Kgatle, M.S.
5. An Econo-Theological Analysis of the reflection of the Church’s Role and Contribution of the Church in the Zimbabwean Economy – Mujinga, M.
6. Contextualizing Mijikenda Health Care System in Matthew 8:1-4 Leper's Narrative to Procure a Transformative Evangelical Engagement - M'bwangi, F.M. & Van Eck, E.
7. A Socio-Rhetorical Analysis of the Cosmic Christ: Colossians 1: 15-20 and its Implications for Environmental Sustainability - Olajide, M.D.
8. Implications of the Sociology of Religion of Carl Gustav Jung's Theory of Individuation: The Role of Pancasila and Local Wisdom in Responding to the Challenges of Postmodern Society – Weismann, I.Th. J., Tumbol, J.B., Rouw, R.F. & Wijaya, H.
9. A Model of Religious Harmonization in Indonesia: The Syncretic Dialectic of Tridharma and Islam – Dalimunthe, A.Q., Erwani, I. & Syam, A.M.
10. Central Banks: The Spiritual and Religious Legacy of Mother Teresa of Calcutta in Commemorative Coins – Polo, O.C.C., Escobar, S.V.B., & Vargas, M.V.A
11. Reassessing Missionary Spirituality: A Normative Scriptural Approach to the Formation of Korean Missionaries - Chun Young Lee & Freeks, F.E.
12. Exploring Al-‘Azl and Contemporary Contraceptive Practices: A Maqashid al-Shariah Perspective on Population Regulation and Reproductive Morality- Sinulingga, N.N., Pratiwi, E.R. & Hasibuan, W.A.
13. An Exploration of Moses’ Leadership Style and Governance in Contemporary Nigeria- Olajide, G.O.
14. “Bring him/her back home!” – The relevance of burying people in their ancestral homes – A South African practical theological mourning appraisal - Baloyi E.
15. Xenophobia and Love: Negotiating Reconciliation between South Africa and Nigeria in Light of 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 and 1 John 4:16-21 – Ottuh, J.A
16. Life Beyond the Grave: Burial and Funeral Rites among the Aŋlɔ Eʋe of Ghana - Salakpi, A.
17. Exploring the Economies of Transnational Death Rituals amongst Kenyan immigrant religious communities - Musili, T.K.
18. ‘We are Sending the Funeral Home’: Migration and Funeral Rites in Ghana - Amenga-Etego, R.M.
19. Fractured fellowship: An exploration of the disintegration of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe’s Unity - Hove, R. & Savious, G.
20. “Transforming Faith: The Impact of Digital Media and Technology on Community Engagement in Contemporary Pentecostalism" in Southern Africa - Tsara, L. & Mwapfaa, T.
21. Anthropological Theological Study of Makan Sapa in Batak Toba Culture in Samosir Community and the Implication for Interreligious Communications - Sarmauli, Marbun, T.O., Bate’e, Y., Lilyantie, & Surya, A.
22. Islam, Big Data, and Digital Ethics: Challenges in Religious Life in the Digital Age- Agung Saputra, Erni Asneli Asbi*,
23. Optical Illusion, Neuro-Theological Examination and The Fall as Desribed in Genesis and Matthew - Sitepu, E., Triadi, S. & Ming, D., Gooltje, Y. & Sembiring, M.
24. Religious Syncretism as a New Model for Interreligious Harmony: A Study of Tridharma in Indonesia - Irwansyah, Soehadha, M. & M Muji Buddin SM.
25. A Biblical Reflection on Truth and Justice "Born from the Heart of the Church"(Ex corde Ecclesiae) - Udoekpo, M.U.
26. Between Cult and Spirituality: A Theological Interpretation of Pilgrimage Practices at Sacred Sites in the Nusantara – Nurhanifah, Hati, L.P., Indra, F., Sikumbang, A.T., Sitompul, S.
27. Another Look at the Prophecy of Habakkuk in the Light of Christian Spirituality - Udoekpo, M.U.
28. When the Church becomes Loveless: A Nigerian reading of Revelation 2:1-7 - Adewale, O.A. & Oyekan, F.E.
29. Between Astronomy and Revelation: Reassessing the Star of Bethlehem in Matthew 2:1–12 - Sugihyono., Sumakul, N.M., Sinaga, M., Sandriana, M., Kalunga, N.R.J. & Mulyani Susana
30. Beyond the Dichotomy of Science and Religion: Islamic Education in the Shadow of the Interconnected Theology of Fritjof Capra – Husni, H., Bisri, H., Darisman, D. & Munandar, D.S.
31. Robes of Resistance: Black Women, Church Uniforms, and Decolonial Identity in South African Independent Churches (AICs) - Bvuma, M.P
32. Prospects and Challenges in Artificial Intelligence use and the Christian faith: Augustinian and other considerations – Naidoo, G.M. & Nicolaides, A.
33. Between Astronomy and Revelation: Reassessing the Star of Bethlehem in Matthew 2:1–12 - Sugihyono.
34. AI and mission: Answers to questions on mission to AI and evaluation of the replies - Verster, P.
35. Spiritual and Theological Aspects of Personal Development in the Heritage of Al-Farabi - Samet Baizhuma, S., Duisenbayev, A., Kaupenbayeva, S., Meirbayev, B., Omirbekova, A., Kurmanbek, A., & Kossalbayev, B.D.
36. Emerging Religious Practices and their impact on women: An analysis of the case of MEC for Health, Limpopo vs Rabalago and Another 2018 (4) SA 270 (LP) - Mswela, M. & Vengesai, P.
Volume 106(5) Regular Issue - November 2025
Volume 106(3) Special Issue June/July 2025
Volume 106(4) Regular Issue September 2025
Volume 106(5) Regular Issue November/December 2025
- Considering Transformative Leadership from Christian Vantage Point – Nicolaides, A. & Naidoo, G.M.
- Mission and Missiology as Vulnerability: A Qualitative Study - Lee, C.Y. & Freeks, F.E.
- Metaphor and Symbolism in the Language of the Quran: A Linguistic Study on the Concept of Tauhid (Analysis of Surah al-Fatihah) - Suri, N. & Tanjung, M.
- Euthanasia: A Fiqh Approach to the issue of Dignified Death in a Medical Context – Marsella, E., Zein, A., Nahar, S. & Suhendar, A.
- The Challenge of Church Leaders with the decline of Youth Spirituality during the period of the Society 5.0 Revolution-Heryanto & Pramono, R.
- The Role of Women in Islamic Sacred Texts: A Critical Study of Women's Narratives and Authority in Islamic Tradition – Erwani, I. & Siregar, A.S.
- The Power of Faith and Social Media in Healing Women’s Mental Health – A Theological Study - Farid, A.S.
- Meeting God at the Foot of Mount Sinabung – Ginting, E.S., Triadi, S. & Ming, D.
- Considerations on the Prohibition of Interfaith Greetings in Indonesia: Between Religion and Harmony – Nasution, F.A., Sutrisno, J., Nuryadin, D., Yasin, A. & Pribadi, M.A.
- Intercession in the Maturidi School and its place in Kazakh Religious Literature - Shakizada, S., Akimkhanov, A., Kerim, S.,Sandybaev, Z. & Abdilkhakim, B.
- Godless Religious Society: Uncovering the Impact of Modernism on Social Morality in the Context of Islam in Indonesia – Hardiyanto, S., Adela, F.P., Hutasuhut, J., Yarhamdhani & Angelia, N.
- The Bible as source for leadership models: a considered No and a careful Yes - Lombaard, C.
- Theological Coping Strategies for Pregnant Women's Mental Health during COVID-19 in Mwenezi District, Zimbabwe - Baloyi, E.
- Contemporary Pastoral Praxis: Addressing Structural Injustice in Nomzamo Park Informal Settlement, Soweto - Mahlangu, S.S.
- Incest Taboos in Sacred Texts: Theological and Historical Analysis of Prohibitions and Sanctions in Abrahamic Religions – Rahimah, Hidayat, T.W. & Hati, L.P.
- Showcasing the essence of motherhood and women in families: Insights from the Old Testament – Steenkamp, F.W.M. & Freeks, E.F.
- The Visit of Pope Francis: An Inter-theological Perspective in Strengthening Bilateral Relations and Tolerant Religious Life in Indonesia – Riadi, S., Purba, A.M., Supratikta, H., Asrori. & Nasution, L.Z.
- Pilgrim Guides and their roles in the Sacred Complex of Lingaraj Temple -Vinoth, R. & Sreeja, P.
- Semantic, Pragmatic, and Hermeneutic Approaches to Linguistic Analysis of Mene Mene Tekel Upharsin in Aramaic – Suria, I. Santoso, M. & Ming, D.
- Altar pollution in Malachi: An exploration on the violation of Leviticus’ ritual traditions (Leviticus 1–7) in Malachi 1:6–10 – Boloje, B.O.
- Renewing the Covenant: Insights for Right and Just Living from the Book of Hosea - Nicolaides, A.G. & Nicolaides, A.
- Life based on Islamic religious philosophy with life satisfaction, self-esteem and quality of life – Fatimah, S., Arif, M., Hidayat, A., Koism, K, Nasir, A. Burso, B.
- The Controversy of the Term “The Third Pentecost”: Bhinneka Tunggal Ika Perspective – Suciadi, P., Fernandes, P.S., Da Costa, U., Ivamut, E. & Rumaikewi, D.
- A Little White-Lie: Negotiating the Ethical Dilemma of Truth-Telling and Lying from an African Indigenous Religion Perspective – Layefa, G.T., Ajisafe, I.O.., Ezenagu, N., Olugbemi-Gabriel, O., Ajepe, I.F. & Wahab, B.M.
- Living in Holiness and Christian Faith Practices on Christian Millennials Spiritual Well Being in Surabaya- Lontoh, F.O.L.
- The Spiritual and Socio-Educational Implications of Geojassi Christian School - Jun-Ki Chung
- Philosophical analysis of the formation of spirituality of modern Kazakhstani youth: Problems and prospects – Dussipova, A., Tuxanbayev, A. & Mukhanbetkaliyev, Y.
- Participation Mystique: A Theological Perspective in Achieving the Sustainable Development Goals - Sirken, F.
- Cultural Identity and Religious Practice: Challenges for Tibetan Buddhists in China - Zhambaeva, U., Zhambaev, B., Osmonaliev, K., & Kakeshov, B.
- Exploring Jesus as Shepherd based on John 10:11-13:The basics of today's Christian Leadership – Wahyuni, S., Adithia, W.P., Ngesti, Y.S.E. & Ming, D.
- Unveiling Religious Paradigm and Postmodern Deconstruction in Dramatic Works from The Balkan Countries of the 20th and Early 21st Centuries: A Study of Sabri Hamiti’s Drama – Gjergji, E. & Gjika, K.
- Colonial hymns and Black Spirituals in the context of decoloniality: A theological reflection of Reverend Shadrack Ushewokunze's songs – Mujinga, M.
- The Roles of Christian Theologians in the Church, Academia and Society, in the Context of Matthew 5:13-16 – Alamu, S.S. & Taiwo, B.S.
Volume 106(2) Themed Issue - March/April 2025
- Is there a balm in religion for the Triple Threat wounds of Mother Africa? - Exploring How the Circle is utilizing religious resources in promoting SRHR - Adera, G.O.
- Climate Change, Gender, and Mental Health: African Eco-psychological Perspective – Leshota, P. & Malimabe, M.P.
- The impact of Climate Change on Women and Mental Health - Nkoulete, P.K.
- The Voices of Zionist Women in Responding to Disasters in Chivi District, Masvingo Province in Zimbabwe - Charamba, S., Pedzisai, E. & Mukurazhizha, R.
- The Potential of the Negative: A gender critique of men and HIV and AIDS in Johanne Masowe weChishanu among the Shona of Zimbabwe – Sipeyiye, M. & Chirongoma, S.
- Cadavers, Burials and Infections – a hygienic interpretation of Numbers 19:1-21 against the backdrop of African women in the face of pandemics - Mwandayi, C.
- Islamic Theological Perspectives on Human Rights: Bridging the Gap between Faith and Universal Principles - Arifinsyah., Maulana Andinata Dalimunthe & Riza, F.
- Consistency of Dalihan na Tolu vs. Same-Clan Marriage: The Intersection of Customary Law and Islamic Theological Doctrine – Taufika, R., Ritonga, A.R., Arianto & Ohorella, N.R.
- The quest for women's agency: An Africana Womanist's perspective of gender involvement in global pandemics, the case of HIV/AIDS in Zimbabwe - Matiza, V.M.
- Gender Justice, Ecological Responsibility and Sustainable Development in Africa: A Theological Perspective – Naicker, L.
- Gender-based inequalities, religious extremism, and the Shakahola pandemic: exploring the intersection of women, religion and sustainable development in Kenya - Obulemire, E.A.
- Religion, Gender, and the COVID-19 pandemic: Opportunities and opportunism in the use of herbal medicines during the COVID-19 pandemic in Zimbabwe - Gudhlanga, E.S
- Women's Experiences in the Context of Climatic Crisis: An African Theo-Eco-feminist Approach to food insecurity in Kenya, Kanyiva, J.
- A Tawhid of The Sky and Tawhid of The Earth: Theological Reflections of the People of Medan Post-Natural Disaster – Naldi, A., Ginting, L.D.C.U., Rambe, R.F.A.K., & Damanik, F.H.S.
- Pathways to Tolerance: A Comparative Analysis of Hadith and Gospel in the Indonesian Context - Rahman, Widyawati, F., Hafis, M., Lon, Y.S., Alwi, Z., Ilyas, & Abustani Ilyas
- From Philosophy to Practice: Building Sustainable Tourism through Balinese Local Wisdom - Mulyana Mulyana*, Busro Busro,
- Enduring conviction in the reservation towards Child- adoption among Igbo Christians of Anambra state, Nigeria- Chidimma, J.A., Ijeudo, N.U., Akabike, G.N., Nnadi, F.U. & Nganwuchu, G.C.
- The repercussions of Sufi thoughts in the contemporary Qur’anic Interpretation to Sustainable Development in Indonesia – Sa`ad, S., Sukirno, A., Rahman, Y., Riyadi, A.K. & Ming, D.
- Legal and Paedagogical Principles of the formation of Professional Competencies of Military Chaplains: Domestic and Foreign Experience– Vovkotecha,O,, Horenkov,, D., Kravchuk, M., Aparov, A. & Kravchenko, K.
- Religious Barriers to Transformative Masculinity and Femininities: Church discipline on pregnant adolescent girls in the Evangelical Lutheran Church of Tanzania - Marattu, W.I.
- Bridging Tradition and Modernity: Integrating Classical Interpretation and Modern Hermeneutics through Ijtihad in Qur'an Studies - Moh. Nor Ichwan & Ming, D. & Mokh Sya'roni
- Sacred Harmony: Exploring Pikukuh Tilu Philosophy in the Spiritual, Social, and Environmental Practices of the Baduy People – Silalahi, F.H.M. & Purwanto, E.
- The Impact of the COVID-19 Aftermath on the Sustainability of Women’s Informal Business Enterprises in Zimbabwe: The Need for Faith Based Interventions – Hlatywayo, A.M.
- African Religious Value of Solidarity, the Way for Environmental Conservation: A Case of Kenya’s Kakamega Forest – Mulunda, J.B.
- Understanding the traditional kitchen space in a gendered Zimbabwean society for sustainable development in a troubled Mother Earth – Humbe, B.P.
- Abortion in Indonesia under the 2023 new Criminal Code: A Theological Response -Saragih, D., Mokorowu, K. & Tamba, E.
- Pastoral Care to People Working in Mining in South Africa from the Perspective of African Women’s Ecotheologies – Landman, C.
- Contextual Theology according to Contemporary Theologians and Evangelical Theologians: Is Contextual Theology necessary as a Discipline?
- Stevri P.N. Indra Lumintang - Bank of the Republic of Colombia: Commemorative Coin of Holy Mother Laura Montoya Upegui and her Religious Legacy – Polo, O.C.C., Escobar, S.B.V., Sanmartín, A.F.S. & Gaviria, D.A.G.
- Sufi Motives in Ancient Turkic Nomadic Culture - Kurmanbek, A., Shagyrbay, A., Kudaiberdi, B., Mussabekov, M.N. & Kossalbayev, B.D.
- Muslim and Non-Muslim Relations: A Comparative Analysis Between Hadith and Gospel Perspectives – Zailani., Puyu,D.S., Abduh, M.A., Sawaluddin., Alfiah., Fauzi, A. & Wasalmi
Volume 106(3) Themed Issue - June 2025
- The Role of Spiritual Intelligence in Developing Individual Emotional Intelligence In Interacting Based on An Islamic Perspective –Wijaya, I.S., Tahir, M., Armella, R. & Abdi, A.M.
- Maternal-thinking and Ubuntu: Exploring family and resilience in missiological research- Freeks, F.E. & Rheinbolt-Uribe, R.
- The Dilemma of Human Cloning in Islamic Theology: A Critique of the Uniqueness of Human Creation and Implications for Maqashid al-Shariah- Khairifa, F. Rawanoko, E.S., Peranginangin, I.F.D.
- Digital Pastoral Service: Using Technology in Urban Pastoral Ministry - Simorangkir, J., Hasugian, J.W., Tambunan, T.D. & , Simamora, M.R.
- Hidden Forces: Unveiling the Mystical Tapestry of Occultism in Indonesia- Chia, P.S.
- Same-Sex Marriage in Islamic Theology: Challenges, Responses, and Sharia Implications in Muslim Societies - Koto, I., Malik, R. & Syarifudin, A.
- The Sociolinguistic Aspects of Paul's Speech at the Areopagus as Contextualization of Gospel Proclamation – Lontoh, F.O.L.
- Historiographic Re-interpretation of Identity formation in Acts 15: A Social Identity Complexity paradigm - Marevesa, T. & Kumalo, S.
- Religious Education and Jean Baudrillard: What does Postmodernism, Simulacra, and Hyperreality Suggest? - N. Hani Herlina, Ahmad Nabil Atoillah, Sumadi, Selamet, Husni.
- Psalm 91 in early North American Pentecostal periodicals: A reception history from 1906 to 1939 -Martin, L.R.
- Legal and Ethical Aspects of Teaching Religion in Schools – Ergeshov, E.
- The Role of Religion in Shaping the Socio-Cultural Identity of the Kyrgyz and Kazakhs – Osmonova, D., Koshbakova, B., Omurova, T., Moldobaeva, A. & Kaskarbayeva, Z.
- Purposeful Jibes and Gospel: A Case for Jesus’ harsh Words and Mgodoyi labelling -Speckman, M.
- Saint Matthew and Saint: Luke Patrons of Public Accountants in the Latin American and Caribbean Catholic Church – Castellanos, O.C., Vargas, M.V.A., Escobar, S.B.V. & Muriel, F.A.Z.
- Theology of Marine Ecosystems in the Qur’an and Its Relevance to Indonesian Marine Law -Jamal, K., Syafitri, J., Akbar, A., Ismail, H., Agustiar., Afrizal, M. & Yasir, M.
- Online Preachers – A New Phenomenon in the Media Space of Central Asian Countries - Kurmanaliyev, M., Kerim, S., Shakizada, S., Almukhametov, A. & Abdilkhakim, B.
- Subject and Current Problems of Theolinguistic Research in World Religious Studies - Kusherbayeva, A. & Kurmanaliyeva, A.
- Orthodox Religious Art of South Albania from the 16th to the 19th Centuries – Dhimgjini, R.
- Contemporary Trends in the Development of the Religious Consciousness of the Peoples of Central Asia – Karabalaeva, G., Osmonova, D., Baitokova, A., Golov, A. & Kaskarbayeva, Z.
- The Psychology of Faith and Religious Identity: How Theology Shapes Worldview and Self-Perception – Efremov, A.
- Religious experience and the philosophy of subjectivity: How faith shapes perception of reality – Kieliszek, Z.
- Religious Development of Ancient Cities of Central Asia in the 9th-13th Centuries – Abdukadyr kyzy, B., Akparali uulu, A., Usmanov, B., Karimova, G.
- Representation of Archaic Beliefs in Texts of Different Styles – Murzubraimova, D., Begimai Abdilaziz kyzy, Nadanova, K., Orozbaeva, V. & Zheenbekova, G.
- Christian Values and Their Influence on Pedagogical Practice: Theological Foundations of Moral Education Formation - Jeong-In Park., Kyeong-Sook Kim., Jin-Ok Kim., Mi-Kyeong Jung & Jun-Ki Chung
- The Role of Religious Traditions in the Development of Turkic Culture and their Importance for Contemporary Society – Bekenova, F., Tulekova, M., Naimanbayev, B., Duisen, S. & Giritlioglu, M.
- Religious Faith as a Tool for Psychological Support During Combat Operations Bilosevych, I., Oleksyuk, M.& Savelyuk, N.
- The Influence of Religious Beliefs on the Formation of Historical Events and Cultural Traditions: A Comparative Analysis of World Religions -Kasa, A.
- Sources of Pamfil Yurkevych’s Philosophical and Religious Concept of the Heart – Ihnatiev, V., Grytsyshyn, V., Grytsyshyna, M., Panchuk, I. & Bobryk, A.
- The Role of Religious Norms in the Formation of Legal Systems: The Theological Foundations of Law in Different World Religions – Vilks, A., Kipane, A. & Krivins, A.
- Examination of the Activities of Religious Educators of the Soviet Period in the Context of the Development of European Religious Thought – Yesmaganbet, N. & Kairbekov, N.
- Interreligious Relations in Medieval Ukraine: Coexistence of Christian, Jewish, and Muslim Communities – Kravchuk, O., Serbina, N., Bozhkov, A., Serbina, K. & Tsyrfa, I
- Pedagogical Technologies and Trends in the Development of Religious Education in Higher Education Institutions: Gender Aspects and Islamic Educational Tradition – Tashmatov, T., Salikh Lutfilla uulu., Mamazhusupova, M. & Ergeshov, E.
- The Interplay between Sharia Law, Religious Principles, and Social Justice in the Islamic Tradition – Saifnazarov, I., Mukhtarov, A., Aliyev, B., Kuchkarov, V. & Ernazarov, D.
- A Discourse Analysis of State Approaches to Religious Diversity in Multi-Ethnic Societies Abubakirova, A., Shimtemir, M., Duissenbayeva, A., Kamalova, F. & Tungatova, U.
- Interfaith Dialogue as a Tool for Peace-Building in Modern Ukraine (2014-2024) – Dudar, V. & Kotsur, V.
- The Role of Byzantine Chant in Ukrainian Religious Mentality, Orthodox Church and Paraliturgical Music Traditions – Kashaiuk, V., Dubrovnyi, T., Novakovych, M., Katrych, O. & Pavliuk, N.
- Between Destiny and Curse: Theological Reform in Countering the Stigma of Disability in Islamic Discourse – Salamuddin & Sebayang, V.A.
- Conjunctures of the human and the divine will: considerations from Philonic hypothesis, contemporary theory and covenantal theology- Henderson, E.S.
- Pneumatological communal discernment and a possibility of including unheard voices in decision-making – Kgatle, M.S.
- Textual Criticism: An Exegetical Exploration of the Phrase ‘(τῇ) μιᾷ (τῶν) σαββάτων’: The Controversy on the Sunday Resurrection - Daliman, M., Supati, H. & Sugiyarto, K.H.
- Kazakh Women’s Visual Religious Identity and Islamic Agency on Instagram - Toktarbekova, l., Zhandossova, S. & Bektenova, M.
- The Meaning of Life for Nuns: A Phenomenological Study in the Cities of Yogyakarta and Bandar Lampung- Sudarman., Faisal Adnan Reza., Dian Nur Anna & Muner Daliman, M.
- Has anyone seen God? An Orthodox Perspective - Nicolaides, A.
- Reflecting on Saint Paul, the Law, Salvation, Atonement and Justification- Nicolaides, A. & Nicolaides, A.G
Volume 106(4) Regular Issue - August 2025
(Forthcoming papers: all requested major and minor revisions have been attended to - to be uploaded by 03 August)
1. Surrogacy in Islamic Jurisprudence: A Comprehensive Study of Maqasid al-Shariah and Ethical Viability According to Contemporary Mufassir – Yudha, A.T., Dalimunthe, A.Q. & Rahma, N.D.
2. Welcoming the Other: The Psychotheological Approach of Ruth 4:13-17 – Sihombing, S. & Saragih, E.S.
3. Challenging the Misconception of Rituals: An Islamic Theological Critique of the Hidden Violence in the Practice of Animal Slaughter - Sholikhah, R.L. & al-Mujtahid, N.M
4. The interplay between the material and non-material pneumatology in Pentecostalism: a pneumatological Pentecostal theology of materiality – Kgatle, M.S.
5. An Econo-Theological Analysis of the reflection of the Church’s Role and Contribution of the Church in the Zimbabwean Economy – Mujinga, M.
6. Contextualizing Mijikenda Health Care System in Matthew 8:1-4 Leper's Narrative to Procure a Transformative Evangelical Engagement - M'bwangi, F.M. & Van Eck, E.
7. A Socio-Rhetorical Analysis of the Cosmic Christ: Colossians 1: 15-20 and its Implications for Environmental Sustainability - Olajide, M.D.
8. Implications of the Sociology of Religion of Carl Gustav Jung's Theory of Individuation: The Role of Pancasila and Local Wisdom in Responding to the Challenges of Postmodern Society – Weismann, I.Th. J., Tumbol, J.B., Rouw, R.F. & Wijaya, H.
9. A Model of Religious Harmonization in Indonesia: The Syncretic Dialectic of Tridharma and Islam – Dalimunthe, A.Q., Erwani, I. & Syam, A.M.
10. Central Banks: The Spiritual and Religious Legacy of Mother Teresa of Calcutta in Commemorative Coins – Polo, O.C.C., Escobar, S.V.B., & Vargas, M.V.A
11. Reassessing Missionary Spirituality: A Normative Scriptural Approach to the Formation of Korean Missionaries - Chun Young Lee & Freeks, F.E.
12. Exploring Al-‘Azl and Contemporary Contraceptive Practices: A Maqashid al-Shariah Perspective on Population Regulation and Reproductive Morality- Sinulingga, N.N., Pratiwi, E.R. & Hasibuan, W.A.
13. An Exploration of Moses’ Leadership Style and Governance in Contemporary Nigeria- Olajide, G.O.
14. “Bring him/her back home!” – The relevance of burying people in their ancestral homes – A South African practical theological mourning appraisal - Baloyi E.
15. Xenophobia and Love: Negotiating Reconciliation between South Africa and Nigeria in Light of 2 Corinthians 5:16-21 and 1 John 4:16-21 – Ottuh, J.A
16. Life Beyond the Grave: Burial and Funeral Rites among the Aŋlɔ Eʋe of Ghana - Salakpi, A.
17. Exploring the Economies of Transnational Death Rituals amongst Kenyan immigrant religious communities - Musili, T.K.
18. ‘We are Sending the Funeral Home’: Migration and Funeral Rites in Ghana - Amenga-Etego, R.M.
19. Fractured fellowship: An exploration of the disintegration of the Evangelical Lutheran Church in Zimbabwe’s Unity - Hove, R. & Savious, G.
20. “Transforming Faith: The Impact of Digital Media and Technology on Community Engagement in Contemporary Pentecostalism" in Southern Africa - Tsara, L. & Mwapfaa, T.
21. Anthropological Theological Study of Makan Sapa in Batak Toba Culture in Samosir Community and the Implication for Interreligious Communications - Sarmauli, Marbun, T.O., Bate’e, Y., Lilyantie, & Surya, A.
22. Islam, Big Data, and Digital Ethics: Challenges in Religious Life in the Digital Age- Agung Saputra, Erni Asneli Asbi*,
23. Optical Illusion, Neuro-Theological Examination and The Fall as Desribed in Genesis and Matthew - Sitepu, E., Triadi, S. & Ming, D., Gooltje, Y. & Sembiring, M.
24. Religious Syncretism as a New Model for Interreligious Harmony: A Study of Tridharma in Indonesia - Irwansyah, Soehadha, M. & M Muji Buddin SM.
25. A Biblical Reflection on Truth and Justice "Born from the Heart of the Church"(Ex corde Ecclesiae) - Udoekpo, M.U.
26. Between Cult and Spirituality: A Theological Interpretation of Pilgrimage Practices at Sacred Sites in the Nusantara – Nurhanifah, Hati, L.P., Indra, F., Sikumbang, A.T., Sitompul, S.
27. Another Look at the Prophecy of Habakkuk in the Light of Christian Spirituality - Udoekpo, M.U.
28. When the Church becomes Loveless: A Nigerian reading of Revelation 2:1-7 - Adewale, O.A. & Oyekan, F.E.
29. Between Astronomy and Revelation: Reassessing the Star of Bethlehem in Matthew 2:1–12 - Sugihyono., Sumakul, N.M., Sinaga, M., Sandriana, M., Kalunga, N.R.J. & Mulyani Susana
30. Beyond the Dichotomy of Science and Religion: Islamic Education in the Shadow of the Interconnected Theology of Fritjof Capra – Husni, H., Bisri, H., Darisman, D. & Munandar, D.S.
31. Robes of Resistance: Black Women, Church Uniforms, and Decolonial Identity in South African Independent Churches (AICs) - Bvuma, M.P
32. Prospects and Challenges in Artificial Intelligence use and the Christian faith: Augustinian and other considerations – Naidoo, G.M. & Nicolaides, A.
33. Between Astronomy and Revelation: Reassessing the Star of Bethlehem in Matthew 2:1–12 - Sugihyono.
34. AI and mission: Answers to questions on mission to AI and evaluation of the replies - Verster, P.
35. Spiritual and Theological Aspects of Personal Development in the Heritage of Al-Farabi - Samet Baizhuma, S., Duisenbayev, A., Kaupenbayeva, S., Meirbayev, B., Omirbekova, A., Kurmanbek, A., & Kossalbayev, B.D.
36. Emerging Religious Practices and their impact on women: An analysis of the case of MEC for Health, Limpopo vs Rabalago and Another 2018 (4) SA 270 (LP) - Mswela, M. & Vengesai, P.
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