Intensive Training in Obligatory Prayer Using a Guided Group Method to Improve the Devotion of Students' Prayers

Published: Aug 4, 2025

Abstract:

The quality of worship in prayer is essential for every Muslim to achieve
perfection. However, many STKIP Abdi Pendidikan Payakumbuh
students experience difficulty maintaining focus and understanding
during prayer. This study aimed to improve the seriousness of students'
prayers through intensive training that applied the Asset-Based
Community Development (ABCD) approach. The methods used
included problem identification, joint planning, implementation,
evaluation, and sustainability. The training focused on the meaning of
prayer, techniques to improve concentration, and prayer practice with
direct guidance. The training results showed a significant improvement
in the students' prayer devotion, characterised by a deeper
understanding of the meaning of prayer, improved quality of recitation
and movements, and more meaningful spiritual experiences. These
findings suggest that strengthening the religious assets of individuals
and communities can be an effective strategy in improving the quality
of prayer.

Keywords:
1. prayer
2. guided group method
3. solemnity
Authors:
1 . Hidayati Suhaili
2 . Martin Kustati
3 . Rezki Amelia
4 . Titi Sartini
5 . Nini Nini
How to Cite
Suhaili, H., Kustati, M. ., Amelia, R. ., Sartini, T. ., & Nini, N. (2025). Intensive Training in Obligatory Prayer Using a Guided Group Method to Improve the Devotion of Students’ Prayers . Jurnal Pengabdian Masyarakat Ilmu Pendidikan, 4(1), 49–64. https://doi.org/10.23960/jpmip.vol4iss1pp49-64
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