Jesus the Healer w/ Nancy Dufresne — Episode 899

Title: In Christ I Can, Part 139
Date: December 11, 2025
Host: Nancy Dufresne, Dufresne Ministries

Episode Overview

In the 139th installment of the "In Christ I Can" series, Nancy Dufresne continues her focus on the believer's identity and inheritance in Christ. She emphasizes the daily, practical benefits of knowing who you are in Christ, particularly as it pertains to living in God’s presence, the richness of union with Him, and actively receiving and manifesting God’s promises through faith, thanksgiving, and praise. Nancy unpacks several foundational scriptures, providing practical encouragement on turning towards God, operating from one's spiritual position, and activating divine help.

Key Discussion Points and Insights

1. The Ever-Present Power of God (00:10–00:52)

• Nancy reminds listeners that God's healing power is present wherever they are, not something to strive for but to receive.
• Interactive Declaration:
  • "Say, I receive that power. I receive that power. I receive it right now." (00:35–00:39)

2. Living in Christ: Presence and Fellowship (01:00–06:30)

• Main theme: The cornerstone of redemption is understanding who you are in Christ and the relationship/fellowship it makes possible with God.
• Quote:
  • "Living in My presence does not come by earning. It comes by turning." (04:11)
• The act of “turning” is spiritual, not about physical or mental feelings, but about inwardly directing attention to God within.
• Fellowship with God should be integrated into daily life — not a compartmentalized activity.
• Encouragement to mothers and the busy: “Don’t you ever think...your responsibilities...rob from your ability to fellowship with your Father.” (05:39)
• God’s presence is always available; our job is to acknowledge it consistently rather than waiting for a feeling.

3. Who We Are and What We Have in Christ (06:31–12:00)

• Scriptural Foundation:
  • 1 Corinthians 1:5 — “In everything you are enriched by Him.”
  • Alternate translations (Goodspeed, T4T) highlight being enriched and helped because of union with Christ.
• Quote:
  • “Anytime He is involved in something, everything is elevated, everything is enriched.” (08:09)
• Nancy encourages listeners to “spend the wealth” of what Christ’s presence brings, especially when facing difficulties.

4. The Power of Divine Utterance and Revelation (12:01–15:25)

• Spiritual understanding—knowing, speaking, and sharing spiritual truths—comes from the Spirit.
• Quote:
  • “If we're struggling about something...when revelation comes, struggle is over.” (13:55)
• Nancy refers to a downloadable resource of “in Him” scriptures, emphasizing the importance of meditating and confessing these truths for rootedness.

5. Jesus Made Unto Us Wisdom, Righteousness, Sanctification, and Redemption (15:26–19:20)

• 1 Corinthians 1:30 — Explored in several translations, emphasizing that believers have these attributes not by achievement, but by position in Christ.
• Quote:
  • “You're not saved because you know everything...you're saved because what Jesus has done for us.” (18:35)
• Emphasis on freedom from guilt, shame, and condemnation—God erases the record of sin, and Satan cannot bring it back.

6. Every Promise Is “Yes” in Christ (19:21–24:39)

• 2 Corinthians 1:20 — All of God’s promises are affirmed and manifest through Christ; our agreement and praise activate them.
• Quote (direct revelation):
  • "In the rejoicing, power flows." (23:29)
• Nancy explains that praising and rejoicing over God’s promises is not just ritual; it is the mechanism by which God's power becomes active in our lives.

7. Established and Anointed in Christ (24:40–26:58)

• 2 Corinthians 1:21 — God establishes us in Christ, brings us into a settled position, and anoints us.
• Settledness is described as a position of peace and assurance, not moved by circumstance.
• Quote:
  • “It's our job to settle it [God's Word] in us.” (25:01)
• The anointing destroys every yoke; believers are urged to draw on what is within, knowing the devil fears the anointing.

Notable Quotes & Memorable Moments

• Nancy Dufresne [04:11]:
  “Living in My presence does not come by earning. It comes by turning.”
• On spiritual awareness [05:15]:
  “You don't have to feel something to turn toward Him in your attention. ...Every single child of God is always in his presence, but not all of us are acknowledging the presence of the One within.”
• On abundance in Christ [08:09]:
  “Anytime He is involved in something, everything is elevated, everything is enriched.”
• On revelation [13:55]:
  “When revelation comes, struggle is over if we act in line with that revelation.”
• On activating promises [23:29]:
  “In the rejoicing, power flows. ...While I'm rejoicing, power is flowing, power is working in your behalf.”
• On the anointing [26:00]:
  “The devil fears the anointing of God because it completely undoes in a moment what he has worked for years and sometimes decades to bind people up with.”

Important Timestamps

• 00:10: Affirmation of God’s healing power and presence
• 04:11: Turning, not earning—accessing God’s presence
• 08:09: The enrichment of life by Christ’s presence
• 13:55: Revelation ends struggle
• 18:35: Freedom from guilt because of Jesus
• 23:29: The power of rejoicing; activating God’s promises
• 25:01: Settling God’s Word in us
• 26:00: The anointing destroys yokes

Action Points and Practical Takeaways

• Acknowledge God’s Presence Daily: Shift from seeking feelings to inwardly turning attention to God’s indwelling Spirit.
• Meditate and Confess “In Him” Scriptures: Utilize resources, such as the free “In Him” scripture compilation, for spiritual rootedness.
• Activate Promises with Praise: Move beyond passive acceptance of God’s promises—praise and rejoice to set God’s power into motion.
• Draw on the Anointing: Recognize and lean into the anointing resident within, especially when facing challenges.
• Reject Guilt and Condemnation: Stand firm in the truth that God has erased the believer’s sins and guilt.

Final Encouragement

Nancy concludes the episode by affirming that understanding and participating in what belongs to believers in Christ will transform their lives, renew their minds, and empower their walk.

“Remember this: Jesus is the healer. God bless you.” (26:54)