The Wisdom of 2 Corinthians 4 & 5

Trials and Spiritual Renewal Discussed Paul discusses the trials and persecutions he faces while spreading the gospel, but says they help reveal the life of Jesus within him. He contrasts the temporary, outward troubles with the eternal, inward spiritual renewal. Paul states that while the outer self is wasting away, the inner self is being renewed day by day through their momentary, light afflictions which produce an eternal glory. He expresses confidence in an eternal, heavenly dwelling, motivating him to please God whether in or out of the body. Paul's Role in Spiritual Growth Queen, a metaphysician, discussed the significance of Paul in the context of spiritual growth and understanding. She explained that Paul represents a part of us that constantly calls for growth, abundance, and expansion, and is associated with the work of overcoming. This overcoming, she clarified, is about gaining superiority and winning, but not in the ego's sense, but rather as one's God self. She emphasized the importance of surrender, acceptance, and allowance in spiritual understanding, and how these qualities can help overcome thoughts of hate and fear. Queen also highlighted the need for spiritual law and the importance of not getting bogged down by what we see, but rather pushing forward. She concluded by suggesting that the evolution of our faith and will is necessary for us to go inward and find our own inner guidance. Understanding God's Mercy and Nature Queen discussed the importance of understanding God's mercy and how it manifests in our lives. She emphasized the need to look within oneself to experience God's mercy, rather than relying solely on external sources like Scripture or other people's testimonies. Queen also highlighted the role of the spiritual man in us, which is the image of God, and the need to serve this divine nature. She used the metaphor of a treasure in earthen vessels to illustrate that we are mere vessels for the divine power of God. Queen encouraged the participants to always bear in mind the divine nature within them and to remember that they are not just their physical bodies, but also their thoughts, passions, and desires. Embracing Death for Personal Growth Queen emphasized the importance of accepting and embracing death as a natural part of life, drawing parallels with the natural world where death leads to new life. She urged the audience to let go of ego and control, as holding on to these can lead to unnecessary suffering. Queen also highlighted the need for a radical transformation of mind to accept death and the importance of trusting in God's plan for new life. She used examples of relationships and habits to illustrate her point, suggesting that holding on to these can prevent personal growth. Queen concluded by stating that death works in us, but life prevails in us, and it's essential to understand and accept this principle. Embracing Divine Traits and Humility Queen emphasized the importance of understanding and embracing the divine traits within oneself, such as divine faith, love, and understanding. She highlighted the need to let go of ego and self-importance, and to be humble and open to the divine will. Queen also discussed the concept of "groaning" or earnestly desiring to be clothed in the mind of God, and the importance of accepting and allowing the love of Christ to constrain us. She stressed the need to focus on the divine and not be swayed by the mortal aspects of life. Queen also encouraged the group to be confident in their divine nature, whether present or absent in the physical world, and to strive to be acceptable to the divine reality. Understanding "Dying to Self" Concept Queen emphasized the importance of understanding the concept of "dying to self" and the need to question everything in life. She discussed the idea of 5th dimensional evolution as a process of dying to self and disregarding the 3rd dimension. Queen also highlighted the importance of recognizing that everything is a reflection of God and that God is the reality. She clarified the meaning of the phrase "not imputing their trespasses unto them" from the Scripture, suggesting that it's about reconciliation and not about being a sinner. Queen encouraged the group to understand their purpose in life as a ministry of reconciliation and to see everything as a reflection of God. Embracing Christ's Ambassadorship and Reconciliation Queen emphasized the importance of understanding one's role as an ambassador of Christ, drawing from the meaning of the word 'ambassador' as a servant and messenger. She encouraged the group to see Christ not as a white or black man, but as the incarnating principle of the God-man, the perfect word or idea of God. Queen also highlighted the need for reconciliation, urging the group to embrace the ministry of reconciliation within themselves and to see the good in what they may perceive as bad. She concluded by expressing gratitude for the word and encouraging growth in wisdom, knowledge, and understanding of their divine nature. Embracing Humility and God's Greatness Queen led a meditation session, focusing on the idea of becoming small in God. She guided the participants to visualize themselves small within the greatness of God, likening it to the act of prostration in prayer. Queen emphasized the importance of humility and surrender, encouraging the participants to extend a prayer for smallness and greatness in God. She concluded the session with an affirmation, "I am small within this body, but great in God." Queen also shared her thoughts on the concept of being absent from the body and its emotions, emphasizing that these are light afflictions compared to the reality of God. Faith, Understanding, and Ministry Support Queen led a discussion on the importance of faith and understanding in God. She encouraged attendees to revisit the session's word and share it with others. She also emphasized the significance of supporting the ministry through various means, including financial contributions and prayer. Queen highlighted the importance of the newsletter for staying updated on upcoming events and encouraged attendees to join it. She also discussed the impact of Christianity on her life and how it has evolved into a ministry of reconciliation. Queen encouraged attendees to embrace their struggles as opportunities for growth and to see their lives as a ministry of reconciliation.