Dialektika antara Mandat Prokreasi dan Eskatologi Perjanjian Baru dalam Menanggapi Fenomena Childfree

Authors

  • Adi Putra Sekolah Tinggi Teologi Pelita Dunia, Indonesia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.46495/sdjt.v16i1.438

Keywords:

Childfree, Spiritual Fertility, Procreation, Eschatology

Abstract

This research examines the childfree phenomenon through the lens of the dialectic between the procreation mandate (Genesis 1:28) and New Testament eschatology. The aim is to redefine the concept of fertility to provide pastoral space for individuals who choose not to have offspring. Utilizing a qualitative-theological method with a biblical study approach, this research analyzes the transformation of the meaning of blessing and progeny within New Testament texts. The results indicate that in Christ, fertility has shifted from biological continuity to spiritual fertility through discipleship. Analysis of Ephesians 1, Matthew 19:12, and 1 Corinthians 7 confirms that spiritual blessings and the status as "children of God" are no longer determined by blood relations but by spiritual adoption and obedience to God. The study concludes that the childfree choice has a legitimate theological foundation as a response to the "eschatological emergency" for the effectiveness of the Kingdom of God's service. This deconstruction of the nuclear family encourages the faith community to be more inclusive by prioritizing theological obedience over genealogical ties.

 

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2026-06-30

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Putra, A. (2026). Dialektika antara Mandat Prokreasi dan Eskatologi Perjanjian Baru dalam Menanggapi Fenomena Childfree. SANCTUM DOMINE: JURNAL TEOLOGI, 16(1), 159–178. https://doi.org/10.46495/sdjt.v16i1.438

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