Podcast Summary

Podcast: Dufresne Ministries Podcast
Episode: Stepping Into The Spirit By Faith | Leigh Ann Soesbee | Prayer Conference 2025 | Thursday AM
Date: April 18, 2025
Speaker: Leigh Ann Soesbee (Guest Minister); Host: Pastor Nancy Dufresne

Main Theme & Purpose

This episode explores what it means to “step into the Spirit by faith” in the life of a believer. Leigh Ann Soesbee, a seasoned teacher on prayer, testifies about living from a place of victory and spiritual intimacy—regardless of external circumstances. Through personal stories, biblical teaching, and practical insights, she encourages the audience to draw boldly from their identity in Christ and from the indwelling Holy Spirit, especially in prayer.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

Living on the Victory Side

• Walking and Praying from Victory:

  • The episode begins with the idea that believers are called to live and pray from a place of victory, not defeat.
  • Even in the face of pressure, laughter and joy are seen as marks of overcoming faith.
  • Leigh Ann recalls how “living in the spirit” brings perpetual victory, regardless of outward attack.

  “When you’re living in victory, you’re laughing… I’m sure Dad [Hagin] didn’t feel like laughing right away.” (03:33, Leigh Ann Soesbee)

Personal Testimony: Faith in Financial Crisis (04:20–12:15)

• Leigh Ann shares a candid account of facing a $6,000 debt at age 19 and feeling overwhelmed by her mistake.

• She describes how praying in the spirit and choosing to “laugh by faith” shifted her perspective from despair to victory.

• The turning point: After earnest prayer and laughter, God miraculously provided the exact $6,000 through a phone call the next morning.

  “I made a mistake. But God’s mercy endures forever… now I’m back seated where I’m supposed to be, and I’m laughing.” (09:00, Leigh Ann Soesbee)

  • Key insight: Don’t stop praying until you have the “note of victory.” Persist in faith, regardless of feelings.

  “Some people stop too quick and think, oh, I got it. But I knew I was finally at a place of, I’m now on top. I’m seated with him.” (09:35)

Honoring Mentors and Carrying the Ministry in Prayer (13:16–19:56)

• Leigh Ann honors Pastor Nancy and reflects on the importance of supporting ministries through prayer—not just occasional prayers but sustained spiritual support.

• Carrying a ministry in prayer is depicted as both a privilege and a responsibility.

  “The ministry that God hooks you to is a ministry that you should be carrying in prayer...what you sow to is what you reap from.” (16:23)

• Importance of serving “on Kingdom business,” with humility and focus on God’s will, not personal platform or recognition.

  “I just want to be in the will of God because He’s my heart. Isn’t He your heart?” (18:13)

Identity in Christ: Security and Confidence

• True security and identity come from “in Him” realities—knowing who you are in Christ rather than seeking approval or opportunity.

• Personal upbringing and stories illustrate how embracing biblical identity frees believers from insecurity and enables spiritual growth.

  “My identity is in Christ...What does He say? What does He desire?” (20:55)

Stepping Into the Spirit in Prayer (24:00–33:00)

• Believers are taught to pray from the position of already knowing the Holy Spirit, not from uncertainty.

• Referencing John 14:17 (“you know Him”), Leigh Ann reinforces praying in faith, not waiting for emotions or outward signals.

  “In every type of prayer that you pray, you need to make sure you’re always praying from the place and the position, I know you.” (25:45)

  “Brother Hagin used to say, praying in the Holy Ghost is the vehicle into the spirit, into the supernatural…step over by faith.” (32:01)

• Stepping “over by faith” becomes easier the more one practices fellowship with God and acts on spiritual truth.

The Power & Practice of Corporate and Personal Prayer (34:00–45:00)

• Recounts of God’s supernatural guidance and answered prayers in personal needs (housing), ministry, and even prophetic direction for others.

• The practice of praying “for whatever God deems most important” rather than defaulting to personal or local needs expands spiritual horizons.

  “When was the last time…you said, Holy Ghost, whatever you want me to pray about right now, here I am. And then step over by faith.” (41:23)

Illustration: Opening Spiritual Doors (47:00–53:00)

• Leigh Ann shares a story of praying with others about a “giant door” in the spirit, representing breakthrough for a ministry in Asia.

• Unity, persistence, and sensitivity to the Spirit led to a confirming prophecy and breakthrough.

  “God will take us on journeys in prayer to help whomever we’re praying for, but it will train us…to go further, to go deeper.” (51:44)

Growing in Spiritual Confidence

• Encourages taking risks, stepping out by faith, and learning through missed steps.

• Cites 1 John 2:20: “You have an unction from the Holy One and you know all things”—therefore, act with confidence in prayer and ministry.

  “Even if I don’t feel like I know, I’m gonna act like I know.” (53:03)

Passing on the Spirit of Prayer: Generational Legacy (58:00–63:00)

• Stories of her Pentecostal upbringing underline how a lifestyle of prayer, faith, and victory can be imparted to the next generation.

• Real-life example: Her niece, just 12, prays powerfully in an emergency due to what she’d learned by example.

  “What your kids are around is what’s going to come out in pressured times…be sure you show your children your prayer life.” (60:33)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• On Prayer & Victory:

  “The devil kept saying, why you laughing for? Why you laughing for? And Dad [Hagin] just told him, I’m laughing at you, you laughing at me for.” (05:38)

• On Identity:

  "My identity is not wrapped up into what people think—our identity should be so in Him...our security and completeness should be in Him." (20:30)

• On Stepping Over into the Spirit:

  “As a believer that has sat under the Word for years, and you’re still taking a lifetime to step over…this is for you. Recognize who you are; you are a spirit being.” (28:10)

• On Being Led by the Spirit:

  “Why are you so caught up in yourself that you can’t get over yourself? We’re all growing.” (53:27)

• On Impartation to the Next Generation:

  “What your kids are around is what’s going to come out in pressured times. That’s why you want to make sure you’re showing your children your prayer life.” (60:33)

Important Timestamps

| Timestamp | Segment / Topic | |-------------|-----------------------------------------------------| | 00:16–01:20 | Introductions; Living in the victory side | | 04:20–12:15 | Leigh Ann’s $6,000 testimony; victory in prayer | | 16:23–19:56 | Honoring ministries; the call to pray for leaders | | 25:10–28:10 | Praying from the position “I know Him” (John 14:17) | | 32:01 | “Praying in the Holy Ghost is the vehicle into the supernatural” – practice of stepping over by faith | | 41:23 | Challenge to pray for whatever God deems important | | 47:00–53:00 | The “giant door” vision and confirmation through prophecy | | 58:00–63:00 | Legacy of prayer; impartation to future generations | | 68:11–79:20 | Corporate prayer for Dufresne Ministries |

Prayer & Prophetic Segment Highlights

(68:11–79:20):

• Audience is led in corporate prayer for the Dufresne ministries, praying for clarity, direction, angelic assistance, and increased boldness.
• Multiple prophetic utterances: “Additions, additions… clarity, understanding. Strong in the Lord.”
• Emphasis on picking up the baton in prayer:

  “Now an increase of prayer must be [made], because new territory is being taken and the enemy has to flee.” (78:17)

Actionable Takeaways for Listeners

• Persist in prayer until you “know you’ve got it”—don’t rush out before the note of victory comes.
• Regularly remind yourself of your identity in Christ; pray and minister from that place, not from insecurity or striving.
• Cultivate corporate and private prayer, sowing into spiritual things you wish to reap from.
• Train yourself to step over into the Spirit “by faith,” not by feeling.
• Pass on a living example of faith and prayer to the next generation.

Closing Encouragement

The episode concludes with an altar call for the baptism in the Holy Spirit, further instruction for the congregation, and a charge to continue seeking and yielding to God’s Spirit in prayer.

In summary:
Leigh Ann Soesbee’s message is a vibrant, faith-filled call to live continually from a position of victory in Christ, to let boldness arise in prayer, and to honor the ministries that feed us by undergirding them with heartfelt intercession. Her personal stories and practical teachings make the subject accessible to believers at every stage, and the podcast’s lively tone reflects both humor and deep spiritual sincerity.