Podcast Summary: In His Presence, Part 2 | Pat Harrison | Ladies Conference 2025 | Thursday AM

Podcast: Dufresne Ministries Podcast
Host: Dufresne Ministries
Speaker: Pat Harrison
Date: September 16, 2025
Episode Theme: The transformative power of intimate fellowship with God—how deep communion in His presence enables believers to live in wholeness, maturity, and fruit-bearing effectiveness.

Overview of the Episode

In this impactful episode from the Ladies Conference 2025, Pat Harrison dives deeply into the theme of knowing God’s presence. Building on Pastor Nancy Dufresne’s earlier messages, Harrison unpacks what it means to move from knowing about God to intimately knowing Him—highlighting the difference this relationship makes in every area of a believer’s life.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The Value of God’s Presence (00:09–06:00)

• Harrison emphasizes that "there’s nothing like the presence of God" and that knowing Him brings confidence (00:30).
• God’s gifts—wisdom, might, and riches—are not for boasting but as tools to accomplish what delights Him (01:30).

Notable Quote:

"Our boasting is in God. Our boasting is in God. Hallelujah. Knowing God brings confidence for us in Him." — Pat Harrison (02:05)

2. Knowing About God vs. Knowing God (06:00–13:00)

• The importance of not just exercising faith, but knowing God personally; otherwise, faith lacks confidence (06:15).
• Uses the analogy of spouses recognizing each other’s voice, relating it to recognizing God’s voice (07:05).
• Quiet, intimate times in the presence of God are vital for developing true relationship (08:30).

Notable Quote:

"It’s one thing to know about God, it’s another thing to know Him. And you know Him by being with Him... That’s what God is saying to us. I live on the inside of you. Now come and fellowship with me." — Pat Harrison (06:40)

3. Scriptural Foundation for Seeking His Presence (13:00–16:20)

• Reads from Psalm 81 (Moffat’s translation), highlighting the blessings promised to those who listen and live God’s way (13:30).
• God desires to subdue enemies and supply the finest for His people who draw near (14:15).

Notable Scripture:

"Oh, that my people would listen to me, would live my life... I would feed them with the finest wheat with honey from the rock to their heart’s content." (13:45)

4. The Power of Time with God (16:20–24:00)

• Cites E.M. Bounds: “Much time spent with God is the secret of all successful praying..." (17:00)
• Emphasizes that powerful public prayer flows from long private fellowship with the Lord.
• Shares personal and family stories of prioritizing time with God, emphasizing that modern life and electronics are not excuses (19:20).

Notable Quote:

"He doesn’t give you excuses and He doesn’t receive them. We have to maintain an attitude that keeps our ministry to the Lord first." — Pat Harrison (21:45)

5. Relationship Through Jesus (24:00–27:30)

• Christ’s sacrifice enables direct, intimate fellowship with God, likened to sitting “in the Father’s lap” (25:00).
• Fellowship with God transforms believers, allowing them to act as Jesus did.

Notable Quote:

"Because in becoming a part of me, then as I walk here on the earth, I walk like God or like Jesus..." — Pat Harrison (26:10)

6. Consequences of Choices & Grace (27:30–32:00)

• Consequences follow personal choices, not assigned by others—but grace and mercy are always available for those who return to God (28:20).
• Fellowship matures believers, making them whole—spirit, soul, and body (30:15).

7. Standing on God’s Word (32:00–35:45)

• Describes declaring God’s promises aloud as a means of receiving and maintaining victory (33:10).
• Pat shares a recent example of making a declaration after a service, underscoring the power of spoken faith (33:30).

Notable Quote:

"I am who God says I am, and I can do what God says I can do. Hallelujah. And I will live out my life as God intended." — Pat Harrison (34:20)

8. The Simplicity of Faith (35:45–39:20)

• God calls us not to “sweat and struggle,” but to wait quietly in His presence for counsel and wisdom (36:00).
• God is “I am love. I operate in faith, but I am love.” (36:40)
• Fruitfulness is always preceded by cultivation through fellowship.

9. Three-in-One Fellowship (39:20–42:00)

• Fellowship with God includes communion with Jesus and the Holy Spirit.
• Total commitment—yielding everything to God—is the pathway to true intimacy and fruitfulness.

10. Practical Outworking of Fellowship (42:00–46:52)

• Cites John 15: living communion is essential for bearing fruit (42:15, “maintain a living communion with Him, and I with you...”).
• Daily relationship brings light, goodness, uprightness, and truth—transforming both the believer and those around them (44:30).

Notable Illustration:
Pat shares humorous and personal anecdotes about growing up, facing peer pressure, and choosing to walk in truth out of a heart relationship with God—not religious rules (45:10).

Memorable Quotes & Moments

• "Fruitfulness is always preceded by cultivation. That’s why it’s important that we pour ourselves into Him so He can pour Himself into us." (37:40)
• "He wanted someone He could develop and have fellowship with. On His level. Not on your level..." (41:30)
• "We do not tag behind and we don’t go ahead, but we walk with Him united. We walk in light with Him..." (44:40)
• Pat’s story of being nicknamed “Ms. Goody Two Shoes”—choosing right not out of legalism, but out of love for God. (45:15)

Important Segment Timestamps

• Opening Prayer and Introduction: 00:09–02:30
• The Difference Between Knowing About God and Knowing Him: 06:00
• Psalm 81 and Blessings of His Presence: 13:30
• E.M. Bounds on Prayer: 17:00
• Personal Family Testimony: 19:20
• On Excuses in Our Walk: 21:45
• Direct Access Through Jesus: 25:00
• Consequences and Grace: 28:20
• Power of Declaration: 32:00-35:45
• God’s Simplicity: 36:40
• Three-in-One Fellowship: 39:20
• Living Communion (John 15): 42:00
• Practical Faith Stories: 45:10

Closing Declarations and Encouragement (46:52–49:28)

Led by Pat Harrison upon Nancy Dufresne's request:

• Believers are invited to declare wholeness in body, life, and need.
• The power lies in saying what God’s Word says, trusting Him to perform it.

Declaration Lead (Pat Harrison):
"I declare in the name of Jesus that I have received that that I need for my body… I receive in wholeness, nothing being left behind. Everything becoming whole. New and whole. Everything becoming new and whole. Hallelujah." (47:24)

Nancy Dufresne’s Summary:

"It's simple. We say it, He performs it, and we keep it that simple… It's our job to say it, His job to fulfill it, and our job to thank Him trusting that it's working." (48:58–49:28)

Final Thoughts

Pat Harrison’s heartfelt message encourages a return to the simplicity and richness of relationship with God. Her teaching is fueled by personal stories, scripture, and practical wisdom, making the spiritual invitation both nourishing and actionable for listeners.

Main Takeaway:
Intimate, ongoing fellowship with God isn’t reserved for a spiritual elite—it’s the birthright and responsibility of every believer. Practicing this relationship changes everything: empowering prayers, producing fruit, and bringing God’s light into the world.