Implementasi Mazmur 57:8 dalam Meningkatkan Komitmen Pemuda terhadap Paduan Suara di GPI Sidang Perumnas

Ribka Cristine Sitorus; Sarah Melis Siahaan; Sona Simbolon; Novita Aditya Manalu

Ribka Cristine Sitorus Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Tarutung
Sarah Melis Siahaan Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Tarutung
Sona Simbolon Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Tarutung
Novita Aditya Manalu Institut Agama Kristen Negeri Tarutung

Keywords: willing heart, youth commitment, choir, church ministry, Psalm 57:8

Abstract

This study aims to examine the implementation of Psalm 57:8 in enhancing young people’s commitment to choir ministry at GPI Sidang Perumnas. Psalm 57:8 emphasizes the importance of a “willing heart” as the foundation for praising and serving God. However, in reality, there remains a low level of commitment among youth in the choir ministry, characterized by a lack of discipline, responsibility, and consistency in attending rehearsals and ministry activities.This study employs a qualitative method with a descriptive approach, utilizing techniques such as observation, interviews, documentation, and literature review. The results of the study
indicate that young people’s commitment is significantly influenced by a readiness of heart that arises from ongoing spiritual formation. Additionally, other supporting factors include the development of discipline, a sense of community, leadership by example, as well as regular evaluation and motivation. Thus, the implementation of the value of a “willing heart” in Psalm 57:8 has been proven to enhance youth commitment in choir ministry, enabling them to serve with full responsibility, faithfulness, and joy.
Keywords: willing heart, youth commitment, choir, church ministry, Psalm 57:8