Journey to Transformation – Episode 2: What Does It Mean to Know God?

What does it truly mean to know God? In this episode, Sandy Ishmail explores the difference between knowing about God and truly knowing Him—His character, His ways, and His presence. Through the story of Moses and lessons from Scripture, discover what it means to seek God Himself, not just His blessings, and how knowing Him can transform the way we live.

What does it really mean to know the truth and allow it to transform your life? In this first episode, Sandy explores the power of God’s Word and the freedom that comes from living according to biblical truth. Through Scripture and honest reflection, discover why spiritual growth requires more than simply hearing God’s Word, it requires obedience, surrender, and a willingness to be changed. 

The World Has a Gospel Too

The world is constantly preaching to us - telling us what truth is, who we are, what love means, and what is right and wrong. But how much of what we hear actually lines up with the Word of God?

In this episode of The Truth Shall Set You Free, we expose some of the false teachings and cultural messages that have made their way into society—and even into the Church. We’ll look at what Scripture says about “following your heart,” creating your own truth, “God just wants you to be happy,” “don’t judge,” and the importance of testing everything against God’s Word.

The world has a gospel. Are you listening to it - or are you listening to God?

Who are you when there is no audience? In this episode, Sandy Ishmail takes a deeper look at the person we are behind closed doors—the thoughts we think, the choices we make, and the motives that others may never see. Through Matthew 6 and Psalm 139, we explore why God is more interested in our hearts than our image, and why spiritual growth begins in the hidden places.

Discover the freedom that comes when you stop living for people's approval and start living before God. Because true transformation isn't about looking like a Christian—it’s about becoming more like Christ, even when nobody is watching.

What does it really mean to Abide in Christ?

In this episode of The Truth Shall Set You Free, we explore Jesus' powerful words in John 15: “Abide in me, and I in you.”

Abiding is more than simply believing in Jesus or attending church. It is learning to remain connected to Him—to depend on Him, trust Him, and allow His life to shape the way we live.

Jesus reminds us that apart from Him, we can do nothing. But when we remain in Him, we can bear fruit that reflects His presence in our lives.

This episode is an invitation to slow down, examine our relationship with Christ, and ask ourselves: Am I truly abiding in Him, or am I simply trying to live for Him in my own strength?

Join me as we go deeper into God's Word and discover what it means to remain in Christ.

The truth isn't always comfortable. It isn't always what we want to hear. But the truth sets us free.

What happens when God doesn't answer the way we hoped? When the door doesn't open, the healing doesn't come, the relationship doesn't work out, or the circumstances don't change?

In this episode of The Truth Shall Set You Free, Sandy Ishmail explores a question every believer eventually has to face: If God is all I have, is He enough?

Through Psalm 73 and other passages of Scripture, we look at what it means for God Himself to become our portion—not simply for what He can give us, but for who He is.

This episode invites us to examine what we've placed our hope, security, and identity in, and to discover the freedom that comes when we can say, “God, I wanted this—but I still have You.”

Because when God is our portion, we can face disappointment, surrender what we cannot control, and trust Him even when we don't understand.

God is the strength of our hearts. God is our portion. God is enough.

The Truth Shall Set You Free is a Christian podcast hosted by Sandy Ishmail, dedicated to going deeper into God's Word and discovering the truth that brings genuine freedom.

Together, we explore Scripture, examine the character of God, and take an honest look at faith, life, struggles, and purpose. This is more than feel-good Christianity or quick answers—it's an invitation to know God more deeply, understand His Word more clearly, and allow His truth to transform the way we live.

Join us as we seek truth together, because the truth isn't always comfortable, but the truth sets us free.