Podcast Summary

Podcast: Dufresne Ministries Podcast
Episode: Healing School #10 | Jairus' Daughter, Part Two
Host: Nancy Dufresne
Air Date: May 13, 2021
Theme: Deepening Faith for Healing — Lessons from Jairus’ Miracle

Overview

Pastor Nancy Dufresne leads a detailed study of the healing story of Jairus’ daughter from Mark 5:22–43, focusing on maintaining faith through adversity and the practical steps to “keep on believing” in the face of negative reports. This episode emphasizes the necessity of confession, the power of association, and creating an atmosphere of faith to receive miracles. Pastor Nancy explores how Jairus’ actions, words, and associations were critical to the outcome and relates these principles to contemporary believers seeking healing and miracles.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. Retelling the Story (00:08–02:20)

• Pastor Nancy opens by reading Mark 5:22–24, 35–43 (Amplified Version) to set the stage:
  • Jairus, a synagogue ruler, asks Jesus to heal his dying daughter.
  • A healing interruption occurs: woman with issue of blood.
  • Jairus receives news that his daughter has died.
  • Jesus instructs him, “Do not be seized with alarm and struck with fear, only keep on believing.”
  • Jesus raises the girl, instructs the parents, “Give her something to eat.”

2. The Humility and Faith of Jairus (02:20–07:00)

• Jairus’ Humility:
  • As a synagogue ruler, approaching Jesus publicly could cost his career and position.
  • “He’s willing to lay down, if we could say this, his career, to get what he needs from God.” (03:33)
• Stating Need vs. Confessing Faith:
  • It's not doubt to state your need, but don't focus solely on the problem.
  • Jairus says, “Come and lay your hands on her so that she may be healed and live.”
  • “It’s okay to state what you need as long as you state what you believe.” (05:50)

3. The Power of Testimony and Patience (07:00–09:30)

• Faith-building through Others’ Miracles:
  • While waiting, Jairus witnesses the woman with the issue of blood being healed.
  • Rather than grow impatient, this serves to encourage his faith:
    • “What a favor to his faith… that en route he gets to see and hear the testimony of a woman healed after 12 years.” (08:16)

4. Confronting Negative Reports (09:30–14:00)

• Jesus’ Response to Death News:
  • Jesus hears the death report but ignores it:
    • “This is Jesus’s approach to a report that’s against life. He heard what they said, but he did not let it in.” (10:24)
  • Faith grows to a level where you “hear what others hear, but you are completely so unoccupied, you’re ignoring it.”
• The Command to Keep Believing:
  • Jesus tells Jairus, “Do not be seized with alarm and struck with fear… only keep on believing.”
  • “Believing is not a one-time action. It’s something we keep on doing. Day after day, we believe.” (13:00)
  • Belief must remain unchanged by changing circumstances.

5. The Role of Personal Faith vs. Jesus’ Power (14:00–17:30)

• Miracles Depend on Us:
  • Jesus’ ability to perform the miracle is contingent on Jairus’ faith, not merely Jesus’ presence:
    • “Jairus’ miracle is not based on Jesus’ faith. Jairus’ miracle is based on Jairus’ faith. Your miracle is not based on God’s faith… it’s based on your faith.” (15:50)
  • Believing is a choice, not a feeling.

6. Choosing Your Circle in Crisis (17:30–23:10)

• Jesus Selects Faithful Companions:
  • Only Peter, James, and John allowed—reflects importance of surrounding yourself with people of faith in critical moments.
  • “When you’re facing life and death situations, you better choose who’s in your circle right there, who’s in that setting.” (19:40)
• Impact of Discordant Voices:
  • Example: A man healed in their church lost his miracle after family discouraged his testimony—highlighting the danger of doubt from loved ones.
  • “You can’t just surround yourself with people who love you. You have to surround yourself with people who believe with you.” (21:35)
• Atmosphere of Faith:
  • It’s vital for churches and individuals to maintain an atmosphere of faith, as “unbelief would hinder him [Jesus], then unbelief will hinder him now.” (22:25)

7. Authority and Permission (23:10–25:30)

• Permission Required for Miracles:
  • Jesus takes only the parents and three disciples into the room.
  • “Why did he take the father and the mother? Because they’re the ones with the authority over the girl. Jesus could not even raise this girl up without the permission of the parents.” (24:30)
  • Parents’ faith (or lack thereof) affects the outcomes for those under their authority.
  • “Our families that we’re in authority over, things will happen in their lives that we permit as the parent.” (25:10)

8. Faith and Confession (25:30–27:20)

• Faith Declaration:
  • Faith declares the final outcome, not the process:
    • “Faith talks about the final outcome. Faith doesn’t talk about the circumstances along the way.” (26:15)
• Physical Signs of Healing:
  • The fact she eats demonstrates her complete restoration.

Notable Quotes and Memorable Moments

• On the necessity to ‘keep on’ in faith:

  • “Only keep on believing. Because believing is not a one time action. It’s something we keep on doing. Day after day.” (13:00, Nancy Dufresne)

• On the power of confession and persistence:

  • “Don’t change what you believe just because circumstances changed… You believed he was your healer before pain came. Keep believing what you believed before the pain came.” (12:10, Nancy Dufresne)

• On protecting your atmosphere:

  • “When you’re facing life and death situations, you better choose who’s in your circle right there.” (19:40, Nancy Dufresne)
  • “Don’t ever dismiss the power of God out of your house. It’s not what the messenger’s words say that matter; it’s what Jairus says that matters.” (16:30, Nancy Dufresne)

• On permission and spiritual authority:

  • “Jesus could not do anything he wanted to for this girl; he had to get the parents permission. That’s why he took the parents with him into the room.” (24:35, Nancy Dufresne)

• On associating with faith-filled people:

  • “You can’t just surround yourself with people who love you. You have to surround yourself with people who believe with you.” (21:35, Nancy Dufresne)

Key Takeaways

• Faith is an ongoing action, not a singular event. Repeated, unwavering confession of belief is vital regardless of changing circumstances.
• Protect your environment by surrounding yourself with faith-filled voices. Well-intentioned doubt from loved ones can still hinder a miracle.
• Authority matters in spiritual outcomes. Especially for children or those under your care, your faith and permission are often channels for God’s intervention.
• Churches and believers should intentionally cultivate an “atmosphere of faith.” The collective spiritual climate can make or break a miracle moment.
• Faith focuses on the promised outcome, not the visible process. Speak the final result God has promised, rather than narrating every hurdle.

Timestamps for Important Segments

• Mark 5 Text Reading: 00:08–02:20
• Humility and Faith of Jairus: 02:20–07:00
• Testimony of Healing (Faith Builder): 07:00–09:30
• Confronting Negative Reports: 09:30–14:00
• Miracles Depend on Our Faith: 14:00–17:30
• Choosing Faith Companions: 17:30–23:10
• Authority and Permission: 23:10–25:30
• Faith Declarations and Restoration: 25:30–27:20

This episode provides a practical and scriptural roadmap for believers seeking healing, from the inner stance of faith and confession to establishing an environment primed for miracles. Nancy Dufresne’s teaching is both uplifting and concrete for anyone who desires to see God’s healing power in their life or family.