Dufresne Ministries Podcast
Episode: Thursday AM | Joel & Amy Siegel | Paducah, KY | Miracle Crusade 2021
Date: May 26, 2021
Guest Minister(s): Pastor Joel Siegel (primary), Amy Siegel (occasional comments)
Host/Facilitator: Nancy Dufresne
Location: Paducah, KY
Episode Overview
This episode focuses on the dynamic relationship between prayer, spiritual power, and cooperation with God. Pastor Joel Siegel brings a biblically rooted, engaging teaching that explores how believers' prayers serve as a conduit for God's power and miracles in the earth—particularly in the context of local church gatherings and miracle crusades. The session moves from in-depth scriptural exposition to vivid practical applications and closes with ministry demonstrations and impartations of blessing.
Main Themes and Purpose
- Understanding prayer as more than a request—it's a means of generating spiritual power.
- The necessity of active cooperation between God and His people for His will to manifest.
- Scriptural exploration of "spiritual supply" and how revival, miracles, and healings flow.
- Encouragement to contend for and expect supernatural manifestations in the current generation.
- Practical demonstration through ministry and impartation to attendees.
Key Discussion Points & Insights
1. Prayer as the Generator of Spiritual Supply and Power
- Scripture Basis: Philippians 1:19, 2 Corinthians 1:10-11, James 5:16, Acts 1–5
- Point: Prayer is not merely making requests but is the means by which spiritual supply is generated and made available for God to act.
- Quote:
"There's a cooperation by which prayer generates or helps to facilitate the power of God... If you understood that your prayers were accomplishing something more than just begging God to do something for you, you’d take your place."
— Joel Siegel (03:16)
Salvation as an All-Inclusive Word
- Salvation includes deliverance, healing, provision, and protection.
- C.I. Scofield called “salvation” the “great all-inclusive word of the New Testament.”
Cooperation Is Key
- God’s will is accomplished through the cooperation of His people, not random sovereign intervention.
- Example: Jesus’ miracles always included human involvement (“fill the pots,” “set them down,” “take your rod, part the waters”).
- Quote:
"What God does in the earth is a cooperation between Him and His body."
— Joel Siegel (10:43)
2. Revival, Moves of God, and the Pattern of the Book of Acts
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Observations from Acts:
- The early church prayed continually (Acts 1:14, 2:42).
- The “place of prayer became the place of power” (17:00).
- Miracles were direct results of prepared spiritual environments ("the place was shaken where they were assembled," Acts 4:31).
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Analogy:
- Like wiring a building for electricity: you don’t beg for power, you prepare the structure to receive it; then, power flows when switches are flipped.
- Miswiring leads to “fire”—the wrong kind (22:44).
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Quotes:
"Power flows where places have been prepared for power."
— Joel Siegel (17:26)
"If Christians had any idea how much their part affected the plan of God, they’d come to church different, you wouldn’t just focus on that you showed up, but how you show up."
— Joel Siegel (24:43)
3. Every Generation’s Right to the Miraculous
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Contending for the Book of Acts Experience:
- The book of Acts is described as a "blueprint" not just a history book.
- Every generation has the right to expect and demand the same degree of spiritual manifestations.
- Referencing John G. Lake's angelic encounter and Kenneth Hagin’s prophecies as encouragements.
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Quote:
"Every generation has the right to see what other generations have seen. If you see it in the Word, we can claim it for our generation."
— Amy Siegel (55:35)
4. Practical Application: How to Pray and Cooperate
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Remind yourself and God of His greatness and past faithfulness when you pray.
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Bring the Word into prayer—combine scripture and your petition.
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Pray for boldness, healing, signs and wonders, and the move of God, not just for personal comfort or compliance.
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Unity matters: "They lifted up their voice to God with one accord" (Acts 4:24).
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Quote:
"The energy generating act of prayer brings strong degrees of power to the forefront."
— Joel Siegel (7:29)
5. Demonstration of the Spirit in Ministry Time (Impartation and Blessings)
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Prayer moves into action as Joel and Amy Siegel bless and impart to those who've traveled from afar, emphasizing receptivity, joy, and cooperation.
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Collective declarations:
- “It’s so easy for me to receive!”
- “If you’d laugh more, you’d receive more.”
- “Now’s a good time to start it.”
(75:20–77:00)
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Joy, laughter, and receptivity highlighted as keys to receiving from God.
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Practical joking and warmth: “Did you and your sister sign a no laughing clause?” (75:20)
Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments (with Timestamps)
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On Human Participation:
"Name me a miracle that occurred in the Bible that man had nothing to do with."
— Joel Siegel (10:43) -
On the Body and the Head:
"Has your body ever told your head, 'We got to go to the bathroom,' and your head didn't want to get out of bed?... If the head wants to do something, the body needs to cooperate."
— Joel Siegel (13:05) -
On Prayer and Power:
"The place of prayer became the place of power."
— Joel Siegel (17:20) -
On the Book of Acts as Blueprint:
"The book of Acts is not a closed history book... No, it is a blueprint. It is our pattern for today. It's all for today."
— Joel Siegel (48:55) -
On Expecting the Supernatural:
"If you see it in the Word, we can claim it for our generation."
— Amy Siegel (55:35) -
On Contending for Revival:
"Contend for these things in the book of Acts... Teach the people to pray for these."
— Amy Siegel (55:50, referencing John Lake’s angelic visitation) -
On the Distribution of Supply:
"When you go into a place to minister, you like it when it’s kind of spiritually sticky... You’re not just walking on carpet, but walking on some power."
— Joel Siegel (38:10)
Important Segment Timestamps
| Timestamp | Segment/Topic | |:-------------:|:-----------------------------------------------| | 00:09–05:00 | Foundations: Salvation, Prayer, and 'Spiritual Supply'—definitions and scriptural case studies | | 05:00–13:00 | The necessity of human cooperation in Bible miracles | | 13:00–17:00 | The Body and Head analogy; moving from passivity to participation | | 17:00–23:00 | Acts 1–4: Pattern of power following prepared prayer | | 24:00–28:00 | Practical analogy: “Wiring” for power; unity as a requirement | | 31:00–37:00 | Healing of the man at the temple: Power, timing, and prayer | | 41:00–45:00 | Unified, bold prayer in the face of opposition (“They lifted up their voice with one accord...”) | | 51:00–56:00 | Many signs and wonders; contending for modern-day Book of Acts demonstrations | | 56:00–60:00 | Prophetic encouragement (Kenneth Hagin quote) and practical longing for more supernatural demonstrations | | 60:00–65:00 | Corporate prayer and declarations; impartation begins | | 69:00–88:00 | Ministry time: impartations, humor, and emphasis on joyful receptivity |
Tone and Language
- Warm, Encouraging, and Playful: Joel’s style is down-to-earth, often humorous, and rich in relatable analogies (“Did you sign a no laughing clause?” “Donut or no donut, we alright this morning.”)
- Biblically Rooted: Frequent direct quotations and scriptural references, often reading or paraphrasing the text.
- Participatory and Demonstrative: Calls for audience participation, group declarations, and altar ministry.
Closing
The episode bids listeners to move from passive attendance to active participation, both in personal prayer and corporate gatherings, emphasizing that every believer has a vital role in manifesting the miraculous. Both Joel and Amy Siegel urge attendees (and listeners) to “contend for these things” seen in the book of Acts, making it personal and present.
Final Declaration:
"When I pray, great power is made available." (87:56)
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