JP Arceno

Elders and Church Vision

As known to many, a vision is a vehicle that will transport the people towards its mission. As Christian, our mission is the Great Commission. As a church, our goal is to worship God corporately and live out the gospel of Christ as a community of believers.Proverbs 29:18 states, “Where there is no vision, theContinue reading “Elders and Church Vision”

Recent Published Writings of JP Arceno

“Visio Dei, Vision Pro: Beatific Vision and Technological Singularity,” Liberty Theological Review Vol. 9, no. 1 (August 2025): 144-166. Abstract: This paper offers a retrieval of the classical Christian theology of beatific vision. The reason behind this is the challenges posed by the progress of digital technology, including Artificial Intelligence, Virtual Reality, and robotics, whichContinue reading “Recent Published Writings of JP Arceno”

The Mind of Christ

What does “the mind of Christ” means? It pertains to one’s inner thought—a priori—basically, a mindset of Christlikeness. Specifically, in this context basing on Philippians 2:1-5, it points to humility—a selfless kind of attitude. This Christlike character is the one that “values others above themselves” (v. 4). Christ’s mind does not merely think about oneselfContinue reading “The Mind of Christ”

The Danger of the Seven (7) Digital Sins

Our hearts are indeed broken, wretched, and tainted by sin (Jer. 17:9). Only God can search the inner parts of it and cleanse. Likewise, telling lies should never be an option for Christians. We have learned last week how Christ becomes our freedom in truth and liberates us from the bondage of deceit, lies, andContinue reading “The Danger of the Seven (7) Digital Sins”

Jesus Christ the True Liberator

The supremacy of Jesus Christ permeates the entire book of Hebrews. This supremacy is also true when it comes to the idea of Christ the “True Liberator”. Also, in the Gospel of Luke chapter 4 verses 16 to 21, Christ confirmed the messianic calling in Isaiah 61:1-2 and 58:6. Jesus was sent “to proclaim freedomContinue reading “Jesus Christ the True Liberator”

#Trending?

American Psychologist Jane Loevinger noted, that in post-modern living, people tend to conform to what the majority are doing without even critically understanding the situation or reason. She said, “We are living in a conformist world.” In the world of digital technology, plus today’s pop culture, we call it: #trending. A trend (usually with -ing)Continue reading “#Trending?”

A Misconception: Busyness as Proxy for Productivity

Rest! You need to sleep, rest, and relax. Do not live your life like it all depends on you. It does not. Even your ability to produce wealth is not yours but God’s (Deut. 8:18, “But remember the Lord your God, for it is he who gives you the ability to produce wealth”). Does itContinue reading “A Misconception: Busyness as Proxy for Productivity”

Corrie ten Boom’s Life Story

The family of ten Boom lived in Haarlem, Holland (Netherlands). They attended the Dutch Reformed Church. Cornelia Arnolda Johanna “Corrie” ten Boom’s father, Casper, was a well-known watchmaker throughout Europe. In later years, Corrie (1892-1983) also learned how to make watches; she became an expert in doing wristwatches. She was the first woman-licensed watchmaker inContinue reading “Corrie ten Boom’s Life Story”

George Muller’s Prayer Life Story

George Muller (1805-1898) was a prominent pastor during his time. But when he was still young, he was always in trouble. One time, his father, Johann Muller caught him getting some of his money. Johann saw that George kept it in his socks. Moreover, this young Muller usually spends his holidays in the jail. HeContinue reading “George Muller’s Prayer Life Story”

Christological Servanthood

Christians are called to serve one another in love (Gal. 5:13). But the main takeaway–for this post–from the cited passage is the call to serve. As Christians, we bear the name of Christ in our identity. Meaning, we ought to conform in Christ-likeness and exemplify Christ’s life in our lives to others for God’s glory.Continue reading “Christological Servanthood”