Podcast Summary: "A Diet Of Giants, Part Three" | Nancy Dufresne | Jesus the Healer Broadcast
Dufresne Ministries Podcast | November 11, 2021
Main Theme Overview
In this third installment of "A Diet of Giants," Pastor Nancy Dufresne continues her powerful series on overcoming opposition by faith, using the biblical story of Israel’s journey into the Promised Land as a foundation. She illustrates how opposition is not only inevitable but essential for spiritual growth and advancement, likening it to "bread"—something to be consumed and turned into nourishment. Using examples from Joshua, Caleb, Paul, Peter, and David, she teaches listeners how to cultivate the right mindset about challenges and how to respond with triumphant faith.
Key Discussion Points and Insights
1. God Delivers Us For a Purpose
- God didn’t just deliver Israel from Egypt; He aimed to make them owners, not just ex-slaves.
- Agreement Required:
- “God has a plan, but He will not and cannot work it apart from our agreement. He will never force His best on us.” (01:12)
- Faith pleases God because it allows Him to act on our behalf.
2. The Report of the Spies (Numbers 13–14)
- Recap: 12 spies sent to scout the Promised Land. Only Joshua and Caleb returned with faith; the other 10 brought back fear and negativity.
- Major insight:
- “It’s easier to go with what’s wrong sometimes—because what’s wrong can talk so loud. …But if it’s not what God says, it’s wrong. Don’t go with it.” (07:08)
- Quote:
- “Anytime God offers you something, you have to bring your faith for it to come to pass.” (04:18)
- Key Application:
- When facing bad reports, answer them with what God says. “When opposition starts talking, you have to say something in return. You say what God says.” (09:36)
3. Opposition as Spiritual Nourishment
- Joshua and Caleb’s Mindset:
- “They are bread for us.” (Numbers 14:9, discussed at 12:45)
- Memorable Illustration:
- “You can’t eat bread with your mouth closed. You have to open up and do some talking.” (17:22)
- Speak to your opposition; don’t run from it.
4. Facing Giants: Right Thinking About Challenges
- Every good thing from God will face opposition:
- “All opposition is trying to hide something good from your view…trying to block your place of health, your place of healing, your place of prosperity, your place of wisdom, your place of peace.” (14:42)
- Response:
- Use God’s word as your answer; don’t internalize fear, doubt or unbelief.
5. The Mindset For Victory (Philippians 1 & 1 Peter 4)
- Philippians 1:28 (Amplified Classic):
- Don’t be “frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries.” Your steadfastness is evidence of their defeat and your victory.
- Quote:
- “Complaining delays victory. …It’s rejoicing and praising and speaking God’s word that will accelerate victory.” (22:01)
- Peter’s Advice:
- “Think it not strange concerning the fiery trial…” (1 Peter 4:12, 27:10)
- Rejoicing in trials confounds the enemy and welcomes God’s intervention.
6. David and Goliath: Eating Giants
- David’s Example (1 Samuel 17):
- David had victory over Goliath because he’d already overcome smaller challenges (lion, bear).
- “Winning is addictive…it builds a momentum on the inside of you.” (30:45)
- Every victory prepares you for the next.
- Sevenfold Response to Goliath:
(For full breakdown, see [35:06])- “You come to me with a sword…but I come to you in the name of the Lord of hosts…”
- “This day will the Lord deliver you into my hand…”
- “I will smite thee, and take thine head from thee…”
- “I will give the carcasses of the host of the Philistines…”
- “All the earth may know that there is a God in Israel.”
- “This assembly shall know that the Lord saves not with sword and spear…”
- “The battle is the Lord's, and he will give you into our hands.”
7. Every Opposition is a Place of Promotion
- David’s faith-filled confrontation led to tangible rewards:
- Wealth, royal marriage, tax exemption.
- “Every opposition is your place of promotion, if you’ll answer it. If you’ll eat that giant.” (38:08)
- Call to Action:
- “Speak the healing that belongs to you. Speak the victory that belongs to you. Speak the peace… the abundance that belongs to you. In Jesus’ name.” (44:00)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments
- “Faith is simply agreeing with God.” (02:15)
- “Those giants…they are bread for us. What’s that mean? Let’s eat.” (12:45)
- “You can’t eat bread with your mouth closed. You have to open up and do some talking.” (17:22)
- “Complaining delays victory.” (22:01)
- “Every opposition is your place of promotion.” (38:08)
- Personal Story:
- Explains the importance of not “showing fear on your face,” using the Muhammad Ali vs. Joe Frazier boxing match as an illustration. (23:15)
Timestamps
| Segment | Topic | Timestamp | |---------|-------|-----------| | Opening: Faith and Agreement | 01:12 | | Joshua & Caleb, Good vs. Bad Report | 04:18–10:00 | | Answering Opposition, Speaking Faith | 09:36–14:00 | | Bread as Metaphor for Opposition | 12:45–20:00 | | Philippians on Constancy in Opposition | 20:30 | | Story: Fear and the Boxing Match | 23:15 | | 1 Peter 4: Fiery Trials | 27:10 | | Rejoicing in Trouble | 29:00–30:30 | | David vs. Goliath: Speaking to Giants | 31:00–39:40 | | Opposition as Place for Promotion | 38:08–41:00 | | Call to Speak God’s Word | 44:00 |
Conclusion
Pastor Nancy Dufresne passionately urges believers to “eat their giants” by confronting opposition with the Word, faith, and praise. She reframes obstacles as essential nourishment for growth and stepping stones for promotion. Encouraging practical action—speaking God’s Word, rejoicing in trials, and steadfastness in faith—she equips listeners to transform every challenge into victory.
“Victory belongs to you. Your victory is waiting for your faith to show up.” (44:15)