Episode Overview

Title: In Nothing Be Terrified, Part Two | Nancy Dufresne | Jesus the Healer Broadcast
Date: May 28, 2020
Host/Speaker: Nancy Dufresne
Main Theme:
This episode, led by Pastor Nancy Dufresne, explores the biblical command to "not for a moment be frightened or intimidated" (Philippians 1:28, Amplified). Speaking from a faith perspective, Dufresne examines what it practically means to maintain fearlessness in the face of adversity, the importance of consistency, spiritual authority, and perseverance, as well as sharing personal experiences and scriptural insights to encourage listeners to stand their ground against fear and discouragement.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The Context of Paul’s Letter (00:30)

• Paul’s Example from Prison:
  • Paul wrote Philippians from prison, "a place of utter... I've lost it all, a man who would be there by his own guilt would have the sense of, I've lost it all. There's no future. The future's not bright. Hopelessness."
  • Despite the hopeless setting, Paul writes, "do not for a moment be frightened or intimidated in anything by your opponents and adversaries."
  • Quote:
    • "Not for a moment. Not me. Not for a moment. That depression's not on me. That heaviness is not on me. That hopelessness is not." (Nancy Dufresne, 01:30)

2. Recognizing and Responding to Attacks (04:15)

• Fiery Darts of the Enemy:
  • Attacks "hit with force and violence... it only takes a moment to feel that force."
  • The instruction is, “No matter how forceful that fiery dart may feel, don’t you, for a moment, be afraid. Quench that thing. Put it out with the water of the word.”
• Spiritual Consistency:
  • Inconsistency in enforcing authority in the home and life is problematic.
  • Dufresne uses her mother as an example of steadfastness: "She was the same every day when it came to parenting... She was right there to put us back in... She was never too tired to do her parental duty." (Nancy Dufresne, 06:40)

3. The Enemy’s Tactics and Our Table (08:10)

• Devil is Looking for Opportunities:
  • The devil seeks for moments when believers are inconsistent or casual about authority.
  • Quote:
    • “He’s not present because he’s winning. He’s present because he’s looking to regain what he already lost.” (08:40)
• God’s Provision in the Presence of Enemies:
  • Reference to Psalm 23:5 – "God's prepared a table before us in the presence of our enemies."
  • “Just because the enemy showed up, your joy shouldn't leave. ... The table is still there.” (09:20)

4. Fear, Recognition, and Repentance (10:45)

• Recognize Fear:
  • Many raised in fear aren’t aware it governs their actions; “the greatest thing you are going to have to win in the fight of standing your ground against fear is recognizing fear.” (10:50)
• Repentance Brings Mercy:
  • Even if adversity is a result of personal error, repentance opens the door for mercy and deliverance.

5. Refusal to Be Intimidated as a Spiritual Sign (12:20)

• A Sign to the Enemy:
  • "For such constancy and fearlessness will be a clear sign, proof and seal to them of their impending destruction, but a sure token and evidence of your deliverance and salvation. And that from God." (12:35)
• The Example of Job:
  • Points out Job’s troubles came from his own fear, but restoration came through repentance—ending up with greater blessings.

6. The Power of Rejoicing and Renewed Mind (18:50)

• Rejoicing as a Spiritual Weapon:
  • “If you’ll wake up rejoicing, even when you don’t know what to do with your situation, at least you don’t give the devils... an opportunity of entrance.”
  • “Rejoicing shows what you know, not what you see.” (20:15)
• Victory Comes from Knowing:
  • Settling God’s promises internally brings peace and victory before external changes: “When I settled it, that victory was mine... The real thrill was settling it.” (21:30)
• Bondage Is Due to an Unrenewed Mind:
  • “Any Christian who is in bondage is not in bondage to the devil. They are in bondage to an unrenewed mind.” (23:10)

7. Authority, Confidence, and the Intercessor (25:00)

• Never Let the Enemy ‘See You Sweat’:
  • Illustrates with story of a billionaire who maintained composure during adversity: “Never let them see you sweat. That’s what Paul said. ... Never let the devil see you sweat.” (25:45)
• Jesus Our Intercessor:
  • Spiritual growth is gradual, but Jesus intercedes for the believer during times of spiritual immaturity.
  • Personal story: “One night... Satan appeared to me five times... all of a sudden my brother’s face came nose to nose... and said, ‘Intercession has been made. It’s broken.’ Who made it? Jesus made it. He’s the great intercessor.” (29:10)

8. The Call to Persistent Perseverance (32:30)

• Don’t Give Up Too Soon:
  • Prayer and faith require persistence: “People just quit too soon. ... If the devil is stubborn, you be stubborn. ... You can outlast him.”
  • Scripture: Galatians 6:9 – “Be not weary, for in due season we will reap, if we faint not.”
  • “If we don’t cease to believe or cease to resist, we will reap if we faint not.” (34:20)
• Healing Testimony:
  • Story of a woman healed of blindness, who maintained her confession of healing through renewed symptoms and saw the healing manifest again: “If we'll stick with it, we win.” (36:25)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Not for a moment. Not me. Not for a moment.” (01:30)
• “No such thing as seasons for someone who understands this. Yes, it'll come, but it won't last more than a moment in my life.” (09:50)
• “Refusing to be terrified means this: You know that salvation is yours. I'm coming out on top, Devil.” (13:15)
• “Rejoicing shows what you know, not what you see.” (20:15)
• “Any Christian who is in bondage is not in bondage to the devil. They are in bondage to an unrenewed mind.” (23:10)
• “Never let the devil see you sweat.” (25:45)
• “You can't rush growth... we have an intercessor there to cover for us.” (27:20)
• “If the devil is stubborn, you be stubborn... You can outlast him.” (34:00)
• “If we'll stick with it, we win.” (36:40)

Timestamps for Key Segments

• Paul’s Context and "Not for a Moment" Principle: 00:30–04:00
• Spiritual Consistency and Family Authority: 06:00–08:10
• Enemy’s Tactics and God’s Provision: 08:10–10:45
• Recognizing Fear; Power of Repentance: 10:45–12:20
• Constancy a Sign of Salvation: 12:20–14:40
• Lessons from Job and Mercy After Mistakes: 15:00–18:10
• Rejoicing and the Renewed Mind: 18:50–24:20
• Story of the Billionaire – "Never Let Them See You Sweat": 25:00–27:20
• Jesus as Our Intercessor; Growth in Faith: 27:20–32:30
• Persistence, Perseverance, and Testimonies: 32:30–36:40

Tone & Language

Nancy Dufresne's tone throughout the message is encouraging, firm, and pastorally direct. She uses vivid and relatable examples, both biblical and personal, combines scriptural teaching with practical takeaways, and repeatedly affirms the authority, victory, and resources available to believers. Her delivery is passionate, purposeful, and insistent on the believer's responsibility not to yield to fear, discouragement, or inconsistency.