Saturday, September 3, 2022

Reflection - Henry Bosch - Keep Pressing On

Source (book): "Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Chapter 4, "Keep Pressing On", Page 7.
By Henry Bosch, Our Daily Bread Author


Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but . . . I press on toward the goal.
PHOTO: Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but . . . I press on toward the goal. - Philippians 3:12, 14
Read: Philippians 3:7-14

Many years ago, a promising Greek artist named Timanthes was under the instruction of a well-known tutor. After several years, the young painter created an exquisite portrait. He was so thrilled with what he had painted, that he sat day after day gazing at his work.

One morning, however, he was horrified to discover that his teacher had deliberately ruined his painting. Angry and in tears, Timanthes ran to him and asked why he had destroyed his cherished possession. The wise man replied: "I did it for your own good. That painting was retarding your progress. It was an excellent piece of art, but it was not perfect. Start again and see if you can do even better." The student took his advice and produced a masterpiece called Sacrifice of Iphigenia, regarded by some as one of the finest paintings of antiquity.

God never wants us to be content with our accomplishments. He wants us to reach even higher plateaus of service and Christlikeness. Paul recognized this, for even though he was a godly man and accomplished much, he admitted that he still needed to advance in holiness (Philippians 3:12-14).

Child of God, don't be satisfied with your spiritual attainments. With His help, keep pressing on!

If you think you've arrived, think again.
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Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but . . . I press on toward the goal. - Philippians 3:12, 14
Read: Philippians 3:7-14


Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but . . . I press on toward the goal.
PHOTO: Not that I have already obtained all this, or have already arrived at my goal, but . . . I press on toward the goal. - Philippians 3:12, 14
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Many years ago, a promising Greek artist named Timanthes was under the instruction of a well-known tutor. After several years, the young painter created an exquisite portrait. He was so thrilled with what he had painted, that he sat day after day gazing at his work.


Many years ago, a promising Greek artist named Timanthes was under the instruction of a well-known tutor.
PHOTO: Many years ago, a promising Greek artist named Timanthes was under the instruction of a well-known tutor. After several years, the young painter created an exquisite portrait. He was so thrilled with what he had painted, that he sat day after day gazing at his work.
Picture posted by Alamy - James Barry, self-portrait as Timanthes Self-portrait. 1803
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One morning, however, he was horrified to discover that his teacher had deliberately ruined his painting. Angry and in tears, Timanthes ran to him and asked why he had destroyed his cherished possession. The wise man replied: "I did it for your own good. That painting was retarding your progress. It was an excellent piece of art, but it was not perfect. Start again and see if you can do even better." The student took his advice and produced a masterpiece called Sacrifice of Iphigenia, regarded by some as one of the finest paintings of antiquity.


The student took his master's advice and produced a masterpiece called Sacrifice of Iphigenia, regarded by some as one of the finest paintings of antiquity.
PHOTO: The student took his master's advice and produced a masterpiece called Sacrifice of Iphigenia, regarded by some as one of the finest paintings of antiquity.
Picture from Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia - Sacrifice of Iphigenia
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God never wants us to be content with our accomplishments. He wants us to reach even higher plateaus of service and Christlikeness. Paul recognized this, for even though he was a godly man and accomplished much, he admitted that he still needed to advance in holiness (Philippians 3:12-14).


God never wants us to be content with our accomplishments.
PHOTO: God never wants us to be content with our accomplishments. He wants us to reach even higher plateaus of service and Christlikeness.
Picture posted by Catholic News World on Wednesday, 02 March 2022 - Pope Francis at the General Audience
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Child of God, don't be satisfied with your spiritual attainments. With His help, keep pressing on!


Child of God, don't be satisfied with your spiritual attainments.
PHOTO: Child of God, don't be satisfied with your spiritual attainments. With His help, keep pressing on!
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If you think you've arrived, think again.


If you think you've arrived, think again.
Reflection - Henry Bosch - Keep Pressing On
Source (book): "Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Chapter 4, "Keep Pressing On", Page 7.
By Henry Bosch, Our Daily Bread Author



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Reference
[1] From "Classic Gem: Timeless Devotions from Our Daily Bread Authors", Copyright © 2021 by Our Daily Bread Ministries, Chapter 4, "Keep Pressing On", Page 7.


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