33. Knowing the Truth Isn’t Enough for Freedom

“You shall know the truth, and the truth shall make you free” (John 8:32). But what happens when you know the truth… and still feel stuck? In this episode, Josh and Corina unpack why head knowledge alone doesn’t lead to lasting freedom—and what Jesus actually meant when He said the truth would set us free. They explore the biblical meaning of “know” as experiential, intimate knowledge and explain why transformation happens not just through information, but through encounter. Corina shares her personal journey of growing up in church, knowing the right answers, yet struggling with perfectionism, legalism, and feeling unable to truly receive God’s love. Josh and Corina walk through how real freedom began when truth moved from her head to her heart—through encountering God’s love in the middle of brokenness. You’ll learn: Why knowing Scripture isn’t the same as being transformed by it The difference between mental assent and experiential truth How encounters with God lead to lasting change Why encounters without mind renewal often fade How renewing your mind helps truth “stick” after breakthrough moments Practical steps for identifying lies, receiving truth, and walking it out daily They also share the 5-step mind renewal process they use with coaching clients to help uncover lies, encounter God’s truth, and rewire thought patterns for lasting freedom. If you’ve ever thought, “I know the truth… so why isn’t it working?”—this episode will bring clarity, hope, and practical next steps toward real transformation. Resources mentioned: Coaching with Josh & Corina Overcome Limiting Beliefs Facebook Group FREE 5-Steps To Overcome Limiting Beliefs PDF Transformed by Truth book 40 Days to Peace devotional Chapters (00:00:00) - Welcome to Believe and Become(00:01:44) - Know the Truth and the Truth Will Make You Free(00:07:51) - An Encounter with God in the Bible(00:10:01) - What Is Encountering God?(00:14:15) - Reveal: Resting Our Minds(00:19:11) - The Process of Transformation with the Holy Spirit(00:25:31) - How to Win the Battle of Transformation