Podcast Summary: Divine Impartations | Nancy Dufresne | Miracle Crusade 2022
Date: August 23, 2022
Speaker: Pastor Nancy Dufresne
Location: Fredonia, NY – Wednesday PM, Miracle Crusade 2022
Episode Overview
This episode centers on the biblical principle of "divine impartations": how spiritual gifts, equipping, and anointings are passed on in the body of Christ. Pastor Nancy Dufresne teaches from Hebrews 6 and Romans 1:11, highlighting the method, significance, and necessity of impartations—especially through proximity, church attendance, and direct connection to spiritual leaders. Drawing from personal experiences, Bible stories, and ministry examples, she emphasizes the vital role of being "in the right place" with the right people to receive what God has for our lives.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Foundations and the Ministry of Impartation
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Hebrews 6:1–2 lists foundational doctrines, including “laying on of hands.”
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Pastor Nancy clarifies:
- All believers are told to lay hands on the sick, but “ministry of laying on of hands” is a specialized, foundational ministry (00:50).
- Impartations aren't limited to healing; they include spiritual equipment and advancement.
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Romans 1:11—Impartation Explained
- Paul declares: “I long to see you, that I may impart unto you some spiritual gift.”
- Impartation can occur through teaching, conversation, or the laying on of hands (03:05).
Quote:
“Impartation can happen in several ways: through the preaching and teaching of the word, through private conversation, through the laying on of hands.”
— Nancy Dufresne, quoting John Wesley (04:50)
2. Real-Life Examples of Impartation
- Personal Testimony:
- Nancy describes a time when prayer minister Rachel Teifetiller laid hands on her, imparting a “place in prayer” Nancy hadn’t reached herself (07:20).
- It was tangible for days and established her for things to come.
- Her Husband Ed’s Journey:
- In 1971, Ed was prompted by God to sell his house and attend a faith convention. There, he:
- Heard the faith message for the first time (John Osteen, Kenneth Copeland, Kenneth Hagin).
- Received his healing anointing by Jesus literally placing it in his hand (14:10).
- In 1971, Ed was prompted by God to sell his house and attend a faith convention. There, he:
Quote:
“You don’t do something like that unless God tells you...but if He tells you to, and it’s a dramatic instruction, it must be something dramatic on the other end of that instruction.”
— Nancy Dufresne (13:50)
- Continued Connection:
- God told Ed to stay connected for life to Kenneth Hagin (“Dad Hagin"); regular proximity enabled repeated impartations.
3. Proximity, Drawing, and the Law of Spiritual Increase
- Impartation is often tied to proximity and hunger; livestreams can help, but aren’t the same as physical presence (29:05).
- Quoting Paul, “I long to see you,” Nancy notes impartation requires presence on both sides, not just observation (video/online).
Quote:
“Paul said, ‘I long to see you.’ He didn’t say, ‘I long for you to see me.’ Social media only allows you to see me. I don’t get to see you.”
— Nancy Dufresne (30:20)
- Drawing Makes a Difference:
- Receiving isn’t just about being present; it’s about drawing by faith and hunger from the speaker or pastor.
4. The Importance of Divine Connections and Hookups
- Not every minister is “joined” to every believer as a voice; know who God has assigned as your voice (38:00).
- Don’t chase popularity; stay where God told you to be for your spiritual provision and protection.
- Being in the right place (church, under the right pastor) can literally be a matter of life and death (45:00).
Quote:
“It’s life and death what church you attend. It’s a matter of life and death.”
— Ed Dufresne, quoted by Nancy Dufresne (45:50)
- Case Studies:
- Story of a woman who died young due to being in a church that didn’t honor Jesus as healer, illustrating the consequences of being outside divine placement (47:50).
5. Impartation for the Long Term and Seasons of Transition
- God puts impartations in us “before you need it,” keeping believers ahead of challenges, not trailing behind (53:00).
- Nancy explains her late husband would lay hands on her repeatedly in his final years—preparing her to carry on the mantle after his passing (58:05).
- Even though ministry partners/spiritual fathers may depart, what was imparted remains for the next phase (01:07:50).
Quote:
“We weren’t hooked up for thirty-something years to unhook with the flow.”
— Nancy Dufresne (01:09:35)
6. Staying the Course—Hearing and Holding Divine Direction
- Once God gives you a divine connection or assigns a place/church, don’t seek change unless God initiates it (01:14:40).
- God doesn’t need to repeat His instructions to you—stay faithful to the last directive (01:14:50).
- Popularity does not equal divine direction; listen to the Spirit (01:17:05).
- The example of Abraham obeying God to go to a specific mountain (not the nearest), where provision awaited (01:26:45).
Quote:
“When he got there, there was a ram waiting, already tied up. But if he had just gone to the nearest mountain, no ram—dead son—there would not have been the provision.”
— Nancy Dufresne (01:28:00)
7. Divine Order in Pastoral and Ministry Relationships
- Everyone in the Body of Christ needs someone assigned by God to speak into their life.
- Ministers need to use biblical terminology (“spiritual father”) instead of secular terms (“life coach,” “mentor”) for clarity and accuracy (26:35, 01:20:40).
- Don’t decide others’ divine connections; God alone assigns voices for each individual (01:23:15).
- Jesus Himself had layers of connection: multitudes, the twelve, and the inner three—this wasn’t about preference but impartation for each one's call (01:24:00).
8. Receiving and Retaining Your Miracle
- Impartation is how believers are equipped for miracles and lifelong spiritual advancement—not just one-off experiences, but preparation for their entire journey (01:32:10).
- Miracles and breakthroughs hinge on being in the right place, connected to the person/ministry God assigned (01:31:35).
- Keeping your miracle often involves a correction or adjustment—staying where God told you to be, walking in peace, and listening to what is imparted (01:33:20).
Quote:
“God will help us to know His instructions so something isn’t stolen from us. So many times people’s miracle begins just by making a correction, hearing: ‘Let me double-check. What did God tell me to do? Where did He tell me to be?’”
— Nancy Dufresne (01:35:10)
9. Conclusion—A Call to Honor Spiritual Supply
Nancy closes by encouraging listeners to:
- Honor the spiritual supplies God provides—both the Word and spiritual impartations.
- Guard against offense or personal ambition pulling them out of their God-ordained place.
- Remain hungry, drawing from their assigned pastor and spiritual voices with faith and expectation.
Notable Quotes & Timestamps
- “Impartation can happen in several ways: through… the word, private conversation, or the laying on of hands.” (04:50)
- “It’s life and death what church you attend. It’s a matter of life and death.” (45:50)
- “Paul said, ‘I long to see you.’ He didn’t say, ‘I long for you to see me.’” (30:20)
- “He healed their sick, but was moved with compassion… because they were sheep having no shepherd.” (Matt. 9 reference, 01:37:25)
- “You cannot come up to somebody and say, ‘Lay hands on me for a double portion anointing’ … because God is the one who decides what’s imparted and to whom.” (01:03:50)
- “Just be where God told you to be and be there hungry.” (01:08:30)
- “We weren’t hooked up for 30-something years to unhook with the flow.” (01:09:35)
- “When he got there, there was a ram waiting, already tied up. But if he had just gone to the nearest mountain, no ram—dead son—there would not have been the provision.” (01:28:00)
Key Timestamps
- 00:50 – Foundations of doctrine (Hebrews 6)
- 03:05 – Impartation by multiple methods
- 07:20 – Story of impartation from Rachel Teifetiller
- 13:50–14:10 – Ed Dufresne’s divine instruction and anointing
- 29:00–30:20 – Proximity and drawing in impartation
- 38:00 – Knowing your divine connections
- 45:50 – The life-and-death importance of church placement
- 58:05 – Ed Dufresne’s final years of impartation to Nancy
- 01:07:50 – Transitioning when spiritual voices depart
- 01:14:40 – Staying faithful to God’s last instruction
- 01:24:00 – Jesus imparting to the three disciples
- 01:28:00 – Abraham’s obedience and provision
- 01:32:10 – Lifelong preparation through impartation
- 01:35:10 – Receiving and retaining miracles through correction
Takeaways for Listeners
- Divinely assigned relationships and places are central to your spiritual advancement and the miracles God has prepared for you.
- Prioritize God’s instructions over natural convenience, popularity, or personal preference.
- The spiritual supply you receive—imparted through preaching, teaching, or the laying on of hands—prepares you for the future, fortifies you through challenges, and activates the miraculous in your life.
- Remain connected, hungry, and drawing from those God placed in your life.
To learn more or connect with Dufresne Ministries, visit dufresneministries.org.