Integration of Inward-Outward Orientation in Fulfilling The Great Commission: Application at GBI Miracle Service Kuningan City

Helmin Susiana; Budi Heruwanto; Dennis Tanneri

doi:10.33856/kerugma.v9i1.636

Authors

Helmin Susiana Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Bethel The Way
Budi Heruwanto Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Bethel The Way
Dennis Tanneri Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Bethel The Way

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.33856/kerugma.v9i1.636

Keywords:

Inward; Outward; Great Commission; Missio Dei

Abstract

This article examines the theological tension between the church’s inward and outward orientations in relation to the Great Commission (Matthew 28:19–20), in light of the tendency among some churches to neglect the balance between these orientations. This study aims to develop a theological perspective and propose an integrative church model for sustainable mission in the Indonesian context. Using qualitative theological research through literature analysis, the study constructs an integrative model that balances internal spiritual formation such as discipleship, koinonia, worship, leadership development, and doctrinal integrity with external mission engagement, including evangelism, social service (diakonia), public involvement, cultural contextualization, and digital mission. Drawing on the missio Dei framework (Bosch, Newbigin, Wright, Guder), the study formulates evaluative parameters o assess church balance, which are applied to GBI Miracle Service Kuningan City. The findings show that inward and outward orientations are complementary dimensions of ecclesiology rather than competing alternatives.

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