Podcast Summary: Get The Right Image, Part Two | Morgan Dufresne

Podcast: Dufresne Ministries Podcast
Episode Date: September 19, 2020
Speaker: Morgan Dufresne
Location: World Harvest Church, Murrieta, CA

Episode Overview

This episode, led by Morgan Dufresne, delves into the concept of "spiritual image"—how the image we hold of ourselves, shaped through faith and Scripture, determines our ability to step into God's promises. Using Numbers chapter 13 as a central scripture, Morgan encourages listeners to examine what they see, what image they are projecting, and how faith requires an internal shift before circumstances will change. The message is both practical and faith-filled, exhorting believers to hold a Godly self-image and act on His word, even in the face of daunting external realities.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. Our Responsibility for the Right Image

• Morgan emphasizes that it's not God's job to change what we see so we can believe; rather, it's our job to believe so God can change what we see.
• Quote:
  “It's not God's job to change what you see so that you can believe him... It's your job to change what you see so that you believe what he's already done for you.” (01:00-01:20)
• She addresses the tendency to place responsibility on others or conditions (“fleeces”) instead of taking personal responsibility for faith and vision.

2. Faith over Facts

• Using Numbers 13, Morgan contrasts the faith of Joshua and Caleb with the fear-based report of the other ten spies.
• The difference: The ten acknowledged the facts (giants, danger), but Joshua and Caleb stood on the higher authority of God’s truth.
• Quote:
  “Faith doesn't say this isn't true. Faith says this is a fact. But the truth of God's word is greater than the fact that I'm facing.” (22:30)

3. The Power of Our Presentation

• What we present to others—our words, attitudes, behaviors—reflects our inner image.
• “If my image is wrong, my presentation will be wrong.” (03:15)
• Morgan warns believers not to reflect the same worry, fear, or carnality as the world, but to visibly present faith.

4. Belief Comes Before External Change

• People often expect God or circumstances (like Covid going away, getting a vaccine, or a fire being put out) to change before they can believe God’s Word.
• Quote:
  “It's not God's job to make Covid completely go away before you believe that Psalms 91 is real in your life.” (04:15)

5. Seeking the Approval of Man vs. Image of Victory

• She encourages listeners not to wait for better resources, approval, or external validation to step into what God says.
• “If you're waiting on somebody else to change the image in front of you to believe that what God said about your life is true, you'll be waiting the rest of your life.” (08:10)

6. Standing in Faith – Not Just Ignoring Reality

• Morgan refutes “Christian Science” style denial, instead teaching that faith faces facts with the higher truth of God's word.
• Quote:
  “Faith does not act like ‘la la la la la, this isn't true, these symptoms aren't true, this need is not real.’... You can't ignore. You speak. Faith doesn't ignore, faith speaks.” (23:50)

7. The Role of Praise

• Declaring praise—especially in the face of opposition—is positioned as a key to victory.
• “Faith lifts its hands, lifts its eyes, lifts its voice, and begins to praise right in front of the enemy.” (25:10)

8. Hungering for a New Image

• Spiritual hunger is necessary for God to give a new vision; a complacent heart—content with ‘good’—misses out on God’s ‘greatness’.
• Quote:
  “You have to be hungry to get a new vision. God doesn't give new vision. An entire generation was not hungry, so he wouldn't give them a new vision.” (51:40)

9. Difference Between God’s Goodness and Greatness

• She draws a distinction between living from God’s goodness (basic provision/blessing) and greatness (fullness of God’s plan).
• Many settle for just goodness because their internal image limits them.

10. The Impact of Self-Image on Relationships

• How you see yourself determines how you treat and perceive others—including spouses, bosses, coworkers; promotion is tied to seeing them “by faith.”
• Quote:
  “If you can't see your spouse and people around you by faith, God cannot exalt you... You're not getting promoted.” (54:20)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Ownership:
  “I'm going to say that again. It's not God's job to change what you see... It's your job to change what you see.” (01:10)

• On Facing Giants:
  “If you don’t look like a grasshopper in your situation, you don’t need God.” (13:00)

• On Truth vs. Fact:
  “Both were speaking truth, weren’t they? Well, let’s put it this way: one was speaking truth, the other was speaking facts. Both are real... but the truth of God’s word is greater.” (22:45-23:10)

• On Settling for Less:
  “Many people are living out of his goodness, thinking that it's his greatness. They don't realize there's more obedience, more new images that need to be replaced.” (46:40)

• On Changing Spiritual Vision:
  “I never want to tire of asking God to change what I see. I'm not talking about in the natural. I'm talking about spiritual.” (59:10)

Important Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment/Topic |
| --- | --- |
| 01:00-01:20 | Ownership of spiritual image: “It’s not God’s job to change what you see…” |
| 04:10 | Believing God’s word ahead of natural evidence (Covid, protection, provision examples) |
| 13:00 | The grasshopper complex—faith that faces giants |
| 22:45-23:10 | Truth versus facts—what are you speaking? |
| 25:10 | The role of praise in the presence of the enemy |
| 46:40 | Goodness versus greatness of God |
| 51:40 | The necessity of spiritual hunger for new vision |
| 54:20 | Seeing others by faith—key for promotion |
| 59:10 | Continual pursuit of renewed spiritual vision |

Actionable Takeaways

• Accept personal responsibility for the image you carry; renew your mind with the Word until your self-image matches God’s view.
• Faith doesn’t deny facts; it declares the truth of God loudly in spite of them.
• Do not let external circumstances or other people’s perceptions dictate your faith.
• Praise and declare the Word of God, especially when your circumstances are contrary.
• Continually seek a new, fresh image of who you are in Christ; don’t settle for less than God’s greatness.

Closing Notes

Morgan Dufresne challenges listeners to self-reflect and ask:

• What image am I adapting my life to?
• Am I content with “good enough,” or am I hungry for God’s greatness?
• Who am I becoming for those around me to see?

The right (spiritual) image is not an accident—it’s cultivated through intentional belief in God’s Word and praise, even when it seems contrary to reality.

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