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In this episode, host Torund Bryhn presents the remarkable story of Işık Abla, a former would-be suicide bomber turned global minister. Işık's journey is one of astounding transformation, from her radicalized upbringing in Istanbul to becoming a beacon of hope for refugees, survivors of sex trafficking, and those seeking emotional and spiritual healing.

Listeners will hear about Işık’s early life in a violent Muslim household and the extremist beliefs that shaped her youth. She shares her escape from an abusive marriage and her subsequent involvement in "educational jihad." Her move to America marked a turning point, where she discovered a path of grace and faith that radically altered her perspective and mission.

Torund Bryhn guides the dialogue, exploring Işık's impactful work with displaced individuals, her empathetic engagement with radicals, and her compassionate approach to sensitive issues such as gender identity. Işık's story is not just about overcoming immense personal challenges but also about the power of faith, understanding, and leading by action rather than words.

This episode also gets into profound moments of personal growth and the incredible resilience that has allowed Işık Abla to inspire change across 200 countries. The conversation promises to be a testament to the courage and the relentless pursuit of purpose, offering listeners a deep and moving narrative of redemption and hope.

About the guest :

Işık Abla aspired to be a suicide bomber at the age of twelve. Raised in Istanbul in a strict Muslim household, her life was marked by abuse and turmoil, culminating in a violent marriage that left her on the brink of despair.

Everything changed with one encounter. A single act of kindness from a stranger sparked a journey that led Işık to embrace Jesus Christ. Through faith, she found hope, healing, and a renewed sense of purpose, transforming her life from one of pain to one of redemption.

Today, Işık Abla Ministries is a global Christian TV broadcast and digital media ministry with a mission to bring light into darkness and set captives free in all nations, inspired by Isaiah 61:1.

Original programs in Turkish and English—later dubbed into Arabic, Farsi, and Urdu—are broadcast and streamed in over 200 countries on six continents, reaching more than 700 million people.

How to connect Işık :

Website: https://isikabla.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/isikablatv

X: https://x.com/isikablatv

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isikablatv/

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/IsikAblaTV

How to connect Torund :

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/torundb/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/torundb/

Website: https://torundbryhn.com/

Link to buy her book: https://amzn.to/3UmTJzI

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