Podcast Summary: Jesus the Healer w/ Nancy Dufresne - Episode 030 | We Are Seated FAR Above

Podcast Information:

• Title: Jesus the Healer w/ Nancy Dufresne
• Host/Author: Dufresne Ministries
• Description: Nancy Dufresne’s teaching ministry emphasizes faith, healing, renewing the mind, following the Holy Spirit, and understanding what belongs to all in Christ.
• Episode: 030 | We Are Seated FAR Above
• Release Date: August 12, 2022

Introduction and Opening Remarks

[00:00 - 00:10]
The episode begins with a brief acknowledgment of Kenneth Copeland Ministries for sponsoring the broadcast.

[00:10] Nancy Dufresne:
Nancy opens with a powerful affirmation for those in need of healing, highlighting the presence of divine power in every sick or hospital room. She encourages listeners to receive this power by declaring, “I receive that power. I receive it right now.” Nancy welcomes the audience warmly, expressing honor in ministering to them and emphasizing the preciousness of their time together.

Key Scripture and Themes

[00:50] Nancy Dufresne:
Nancy introduces the session’s focus on renewing the mind, a topic they have been teaching on for several weeks. She underscores the importance of attaching faith to the word, referencing 2 Timothy 1:7:

“For God has not given us the spirit of fear, but what has He given us? He has given us power or authority... and a sound mind belongs to us.”
[02:00]

She emphasizes that a sound mind is part of the believers' blessed inheritance in Christ, alongside healing, prosperity, and victory. Nancy stresses the necessity of being skillful with this authority to maintain mental soundness against opposition.

Understanding Authority Over Opposition

[03:18] Nancy Dufresne:
Delving deeper into authority, Nancy references 2 Corinthians 4:4, where Paul calls Satan “the God of this world.” She traces Satan’s rise to this position back to Genesis 1, highlighting humanity’s original dominion over the earth. Nancy explains that Adam’s disobedience led to the loss of authority, which Satan then usurped:

“He obeyed Satan, so he turned over his authority to him.”
[04:50]

She celebrates the redemption brought by Jesus, asserting that through Christ’s victory, believers have reclaimed their authority and “saying” (their declaration power):

“God got his man back and man got his authority back. God got his man back and man got his saying back.”
[05:04]

Exercising Authority: The Smith Wigglesworth Story

[12:00] Nancy Dufresne:
Nancy shares an inspiring story about Smith Wigglesworth, a prominent English preacher. She recounts an instance where Wigglesworth encountered Satan in a manifested form:

“He rolled back over and went to sleep. Isn’t that faith? Yes, that’s faith.”
[14:00]

This story illustrates Wigglesworth’s unwavering authority and faith, treating Satan as insignificant and not giving him undue recognition. Nancy uses this example to teach believers to recognize their superior authority in Christ and to resist the enemy with confidence:

“We need to quit seeing the devil as large. He is not large. He is so far beneath the authority that is ours.”
[15:15]

Claiming Personal Authority and Freedom

[17:02] Nancy Dufresne:
Nancy transitions to empowering listeners to exercise their authority over personal struggles such as fear, depression, and mental harassment. She leads a declaration, commanding Satan to release their minds:

“Satan, you take your hands off their minds in Jesus name... You take your hand off their mind and their mind’s free in Jesus name.”
[17:02]

She encourages listeners to affirm their freedom by declaring statements like, “I take it, I receive my freedom,” and emphasizes the importance of aligning faith with God’s word.

Renewing the Mind: Overcoming Victim Mentality

[19:14] Nancy Dufresne:
Focusing on Romans 5:17, Nancy explains that believers are “raised to a seat of authority, far above.” She warns against adopting a victim mentality, using the example of the Hebrews in Egypt who failed to renew their minds and instead complained:

“They did not renew their mind to what God said... they held to a slave mentality.”
[19:51]

Nancy urges listeners to shift their focus from past injustices and current struggles to their identity in Christ, highlighting that believers are no longer victims but carriers of God's authority:

“You are no longer a victim of the enemy... Find out who you are in Him and you’ll run out of bad self-image.”
[21:12]

Invitation to Salvation

[24:02] Nancy Dufresne:
Acknowledging that some listeners may not yet be born again, Nancy extends an invitation for salvation. She leads a guided prayer for those seeking to accept Christ:

“Father, I believe that Jesus died to pay the price for my sin... Therefore, I am now a child of God.”
[25:00]

This prayer emphasizes personal acceptance of Jesus as Lord and Savior, inviting listeners into a transformative relationship with God.

Closing Remarks and Call to Action

[26:03] Nancy Dufresne:
Nancy concludes by encouraging listeners to engage further with her teachings, specifically mentioning the book “A Sound Disciplined Mind” available at defrainministries.org. She also invites listeners to partner with Kenneth Copeland Ministries to extend their reach.

[27:48] Kenneth Copeland:
Kenneth reiterates the availability of resources and upcoming events, directing listeners to the Dufresne Ministries website for more information.

Notable Quotes with Timestamps

• Nancy Dufresne [00:10]:
  “I receive that power. I receive it right now. From the top of my head. From the top of my head. The soles of my feet. The soles of my feet.”

• Nancy Dufresne [05:02]:
  “God got his man back and man got his authority back. God got his man back and man got his saying back.”

• Nancy Dufresne [12:00]:
  “When Smith Wigglesworth rolled over and saw him in that manifested form, he resisted him. But you know what his resisting sounded like? Oh, it’s just you.”

• Nancy Dufresne [15:15]:
  “We need to quit seeing the devil as large. He is not large. He is so far beneath the authority that is ours.”

• Nancy Dufresne [17:02]:
  “Satan, you take your hands off their minds in Jesus name... You take your hand off their mind and their mind’s free in Jesus name.”

• Nancy Dufresne [19:14]:
  “You are no longer a victim of the enemy... Find out who you are in Him and you’ll run out of bad self-image.”

• Nancy Dufresne [24:02]:
  “Father, I believe that Jesus died to pay the price for my sin... Therefore, I am now a child of God.”

Conclusion

In this empowering episode, Nancy Dufresne delves deep into the themes of authority, mental renewal, and the believer's identity in Christ. She combines biblical teachings with practical applications, encouraging listeners to embrace their divine authority, resist negative influences, and renew their minds to overcome victimhood. Through inspiring stories and heartfelt prayers, Nancy guides her audience towards a life of freedom, soundness, and victorious faith in Jesus Christ.

For those seeking further enlightenment and resources, Nancy invites listeners to explore her book “A Sound Disciplined Mind” and consider partnering with supporting ministries to extend the reach of these life-changing messages.

Resources Mentioned:

• Book: A Sound Disciplined Mind by Nancy Dufresne
• Website: defrainministries.org
• Upcoming Event: Dufresne Ministries Miracle Crusade in Fredonia, NY (August 14th - 18th)

Call to Action: Listeners are encouraged to engage with Dufresne Ministries through purchasing resources, partnering with supportive ministries, and attending upcoming events to deepen their faith and understanding of their authority in Christ.