Podcast Summary:

Podcast: Jesus the Healer w/ Nancy Dufresne Audio Podcast
Episode: 106 | Blind Bartimaeus, Part 1
Date: November 28, 2022
Host: Nancy Dufresne (Dufresne Ministries)

Episode Overview

In this episode, Nancy Dufresne begins an in-depth teaching series on the healing of Blind Bartimaeus from Mark 10. Her focus is on the principles of faith and healing as demonstrated in the ministry of Jesus, specifically emphasizing the power of what we hear, believe, and say. The episode is both a Bible study and a practical guide, encouraging listeners not only to receive healing but also to learn how to minister healing to others.

Key Discussion Points & Insights

1. The Power of God's Presence in Healing

Timestamp: 00:10 – 02:00

• Nancy opens with the reminder that "there's enough power in every sick room...to raise up that sick one," encouraging listeners to actively receive God’s healing power wherever they are.
• Key Quote:

  "Say, 'I receive that power. I receive it right now, from the top of my head to the soles of my feet.'" — Nancy Dufresne (00:21)

2. Focus of the Series: The 19 Recorded Healings of Jesus

Timestamp: 02:10 – 04:30

• Nancy outlines her approach to teaching on the 19 individual healing cases documented in the Gospels, emphasizing that these selected examples are meant to teach vital lessons on healing.
• She notes John’s gospel declaration that the world could not contain all Jesus did, highlighting how the Holy Spirit specifically selected these accounts for our benefit.

3. Setting the Scene: Blind Bartimaeus in Context

Timestamp: 04:50 – 06:51

• Nancy explains the significance of Bartimaeus being named – an indicator of his notoriety in the region, making his healing more impactful as a public testimony.

4. You Can Rewrite Your Story

Timestamp: 06:52 – 08:20

• Key Insight:
  "Just because you’ve been a certain way doesn’t mean you have to stay a certain way. ... You can rewrite the story by what you choose to cooperate with."
  — Nancy Dufresne (06:52)
• Nancy encourages listeners that transformation is possible, referencing Bartimaeus being formerly known as “Blind Bartimaeus,” but after his healing, known for his deliverance.

5. The Importance of Hearing the Right Thing

Timestamp: 08:21 – 12:00

• Bartimaeus’s response to Jesus was based on what he had heard about Him—emphasizing the impact of hearing reports of miracles.
• Nancy teaches that faith is directly linked to hearing the right message—in Bartimaeus’s case, he heard and believed Jesus was the “Son of David,” the Messiah.
• Key Quote:

  "If we hear the wrong thing, we won’t receive the right thing. We have to correct wrong hearing with right hearing." — Nancy Dufresne (09:45)

6. Hearing Precedes Receiving

Timestamp: 12:01 – 14:00

• Referring to Luke 5:15, Nancy stresses that the multitudes came "to hear and be healed," illustrating the sequence: first comes hearing, then comes receiving.
• She challenges listeners to value the hearing of faith-building words above all else, especially when believing for a miracle.

7. Faith Requires Action: Calling Out in Faith

Timestamp: 14:01 – 16:25

• Bartimaeus used what he had (his voice) to call out to Jesus, despite not being able to see.

• Nancy clarifies: It’s not enough that God knows our needs; our faith must invite Him to act.

• Faith is not only hearing; it must be released—through words and actions.

• Key Quote:

  "God does not work because He knows we need something. He works because our faith invites Him." — Nancy Dufresne (15:10)

8. The Call of Faith vs. Desperation

Timestamp: 16:26 – 18:30

• Nancy notes faith’s “call” is not rooted in fear or desperation but in confidence and hunger for God.

• Believers are not called to be desperate or anxious, but to be hungry and confident in God’s provision.

• Key Quote:

  "The call of faith is not desperate sounding. ... No Christian is desperate. Why? Because we always have a provider. We always have a healer." — Nancy Dufresne (17:15)

9. Faith Must Be in Two Places: Heart and Mouth

Timestamp: 18:31 – 21:15

• Using the example of Abraham, Nancy emphasizes that faith must be believed in the heart and spoken with the mouth (Romans 4:17; Romans 10:10).
• Many miss their miracles by keeping faith only in their heart, without declaring it.
• Key Quote:

  "If we’re not careful, we make the mistake of believing something and thinking that that’s enough. Jesus said you’ll have whatsoever you say. Your believing has to find its way to your mouth." — Nancy Dufresne (20:45)

10. Faith Calls for What Is Promised, Not What Is Present

Timestamp: 21:16 – 22:30

• Bartimaeus didn’t call out "I’m blind," instead, he called out for what he needed—Jesus’ mercy and healing.

• Similarly, believers are encouraged to "call yourself healed" by faith, regardless of symptoms.

• Key Quote:

  "Call yourself healed... based on your faith and not based on your feelings." — Nancy Dufresne (22:20)

11. The Principle of “Say So” – Voice Activated Redemption

Timestamp: 22:31 – 25:00

• Citing Psalm 107:2, Nancy teaches that redemption is only experienced when declared—"Let the redeemed of the Lord say so."
• Specific declarations bring targeted faith; vague confessions produce little.
• Illustrative Story: A car with voice-activated features serves as a metaphor: beating or pushing buttons did nothing, only speaking worked. Likewise, redemption is voice-activated by faith-speaking.
• Key Quotes:

  "Your redemption won’t work for you until you say so. You can be redeemed and not be enjoying your redemption until you say so." — Nancy Dufresne (24:10)
  "Our redemption is voice-activated. Not fear-activated... It’s the voice of faith that activates." — Nancy Dufresne (24:33)

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• “Healing hearing positions us to receive healing. Hearing positions us to receive prosperity. It positions us to receive salvation.” (12:45)
• “Some people say, ‘God, why don’t you hurry up and heal me?’ And we need to say, ‘Why don’t you hurry up and hear?’” (13:42)
• “Faith is released by words, by speaking. It’s also released by actions. And isn’t speaking an action?” (15:56)
• “Can I just say this: Be specific. State specifically what you’re redeemed from.” (23:20)
• “Our saying activates what we’re redeemed from. It activates our redemption.” (24:12)

Important Segments & Timestamps

| Segment | Timestamp | |-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------|-----------| | Opening: The ever-present power of God for healing | 00:10 | | Introduction to the 19 healing cases in the Gospels | 02:10 | | The naming and local fame of Bartimaeus | 04:50 | | You can rewrite your story | 06:52 | | The importance of hearing the right reports about Jesus | 08:21 | | Hearing and faith: the link to receiving | 12:01 | | Bartimaeus uses his voice—faith requires action | 14:01 | | Distinguishing the call of faith from desperation | 16:26 | | The Abraham example: faith must be believed and spoken | 18:31 | | “Call yourself healed”: Faith speaks desired outcomes, not current circumstances | 21:16 | | The “Say So” principle—voice activated redemption | 22:31 | | Concluding encouragement and preview for next episode | 25:00 |

Tone & Style

Nancy’s tone is warm, passionate, and encouraging. She teaches in a conversational manner, using real-life analogies and scripture to underline spiritual truths. Her style is practical, with step-by-step explanations designed to empower listeners in their faith.

Final Notes

The episode lays the foundational principle that faith for healing comes by hearing and must be expressed, not just believed internally. Nancy's teaching challenges listeners to examine what they are hearing, ensure it aligns with God's Word, and to use their voices to activate God’s promises in their lives.

Next Episode Teaser: Nancy will continue unpacking the healing of Blind Bartimaeus, promising more practical insights from her book “The Healer Divine.”