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Dec 17, 2025 • 20min
257. How To Hear From God
What if hearing from God was never about chasing a voice—but awakening to the One already speaking within you?In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack Cory’s eBook How to Hear From God, addressing one of the most common—and most anxiety-producing—questions in the Christian life. Together they dismantle fear-based spirituality, unspook the Holy Spirit, and offer a deeply relational, peace-filled framework for recognizing God’s voice in everyday life.This conversation is especially for anyone who’s ever wondered, “Am I doing this right?” or felt insecure comparing how God “speaks” to others.You’ll hear:🕊️ Why hearing God isn’t mystical or mechanical—it’s relational🌊 How peace and the fruit of the Spirit are the clearest indicators of God’s voice🧠 The difference between the Spirit’s voice and the inner critic (and how spiritual trauma confuses the two)🔑 Why union means God’s voice often sounds like your voice📖 A fresh lens on “the deceitful heart” and trusting yourself in Christ🌱 The 10 “W” ways God speaks—and why they look different for everyone🔥 How to unlearn fear-based religion and relearn divine intimacy💬 Reflection questions to help you practice listening with confidence, not pressureThis episode invites you to stop striving, start trusting, and remember: you’re never guessing alone—Christ is in you.Resources from this episode:👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Welcome + Like/Share/Subscribe00:39 - Reviews + How to Reach Us (Email/Questions)00:47 - GAN Network Update + Episode 257 + Christmas Banter01:19 - Intro to Cory’s eBooks + Why This Topic Matters02:03 - Today’s Topic: How to Hear From God02:38 - Shoutout Don Keathley + Why This Question Is So Common03:31 - Key Line: “Hearing God isn’t mystical or mechanical—it’s relational”05:05 - Why It’s Confusing: No One-Size-Fits-All + Peace as a Sign06:41 - A New Framework: Sermon on the Mount + Fruit of the Spirit07:28 - Spiritual Trauma + Misusing “God told me”08:17 - Inner Critic vs. God’s Voice (Hillary McBride Insight)08:54 - The 10 “W” Ways God Speaks (Overview)09:39 - Two Big Ones: Witness of Peace + Waves of Thought10:54 - Wisdom + Multitude of Counselors (Avoiding Confirmation Bias)11:54 - “You Should Trust Yourself” Sermon + Union With the Spirit12:52 - “Deceitful” Heart vs. “Mysterious” Heart (Jeremiah Reframe)13:30 - Unspooking the Holy Spirit: The Five C’s14:38 - Reading the Closing: “There’s No Separation” (Union + Rhythm)16:17 - Union Changes Prayer + Unlearning Spiritual Trauma17:40 - Encouragement to Download the eBook18:26 - Reflection Questions + Final Charge19:36 - Sign Off: “You are loved—and there’s nothing you can do about it.”

Dec 10, 2025 • 22min
256. How To Understand The Gospel And Share It Effectively
What if real evangelism was never meant to feel like selling… but like loving? In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack Cory’s free eBook “How to Understand the Gospel and Share It Effectively.” They challenge the old pressure-driven models of church outreach and invite listeners into a relational, grace-based vision of evangelism rooted in identity, belonging, and reconciliation.This episode is all about clearing the fog around the gospel and rediscovering the heart behind sharing it — not urgency, not assignments, not agenda… but presence, peace, and people.You’ll hear:🔥 Why the gospel doesn’t demand your faith — it supplies it⚖️ The difference between retribution-based judgment and restoration-based justice🌱 Why success starts in identity, not hustle or hurry👥 How evangelism becomes toxic when people turn into assignments❤️ The scandalous truth: Jesus accepted you — before you ever accepted Him📜 Why we were created in Christ, not Adam💧 The 5 keys to sharing the gospel without pressure:🧠 Reflection questions that help you rethink how you see people and share good newsIf you’ve ever felt crushed by performance Christianity or confused by the point of sharing the gospel in a union-based faith, this episode will help you breathe deeper and believe better.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Intro & Welcome00:08 - Same Clothes Joke00:19 - Pre-Recording Explanation00:25 - Shoutout: Harrison in Hawaii00:38 - Like, Share, Subscribe00:46 - Podcast Review Celebration01:01 - Thank You to Listeners01:07 - Review Requests & Contacting Us01:32 - eBook Series Overview02:26 - When Success Felt Worthless03:00 - Control What You Can Create03:26 - Children’s Book Promo Tension03:43 - Christmas Stocking Stuffers Fun04:10 - Introducing Today’s Topic04:44 - What Is Evangelism?05:02 - Early Union Conversations05:22 - Evangelism as Reconciliation06:19 - Fear-Based Gospel vs. Pressure07:11 - Purpose of Writing This eBook08:34 - Belief Doesn’t Make It True09:31 - God Accepted You First10:13 - The Masterpiece Origin10:39 - Created in Christ, Not Adam11:00 - What Is Salvation, Really?12:09 - Saved For Something12:30 - Gospel Isn’t Sales, It’s Living13:05 - The Beautiful Gospel Lens14:01 - Reconciliation Is Your Ministry15:18 - Calling the Sun Out in People16:25 - 5 Keys to Sharing the Gospel16:28 - #1 Lead with Relationship16:39 - #2 Let Curiosity Lead17:02 - #3 Share Stories, Not Just Scriptures17:13 - #4 Let the Spirit Set the Pace17:32 - #5 Model the Kingdom First17:41 - Understanding Gospel Takes the Pressure Off19:30 - Listener Reflection Questions20:01 - Final Encouragement & Love Reminder21:22 - Sword-Sheathing eBook Mention21:32 - Outro Sign-Off21:43 - You Are Loved Closing

Dec 3, 2025 • 26min
255. How To Be Emotionally Whole
What if the best thing you could give your kids wasn’t money—but emotional wholeness?In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack Cory’s favorite eBook, How to Be Emotionally Whole, and dive into what it actually looks like to do the inner work that breaks generational cycles. Thanksgiving may have just passed, but this conversation is timeless - because healthy friendships, marriages, families, and leadership all flow from a well-tended soul.You’ll hear:🧡 How one moment in adoption reframed judgment, identity, and purpose💪 Why physical + mental fitness matter for the long haul of parenting👁 The honest tension of wanting to run, but choosing to remain present💧 The true meaning of “sitting in the well” — it’s not fixing, filtering, or escaping… it’s feeling🔁 The core cycle that shapes so many lives: Event → Lie → Defense → Reaction📅 The power of setting reminders, embracing limits, and following through🕊 Why healing makes you compassionate, not superiorThis episode will invite you to take one small step toward emotional freedom and stay rooted in the call God has placed in you.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Welcome Back & How to Support the Podcast01:16 - New Listener Review & Thinking Deeply02:23 - A Year of eBooks & December Release03:10 - Preview: “How to Sheath Your Sword in a Violent Culture”03:54 - Cory’s Favorite eBook: How to Be Emotionally Whole04:39 - Why Emotional & Mental Health Matter06:10 - “Would You Die for Your Kids… or Live for Them?”08:36 - A Brutal November & Staying Present in Pain10:30 - Wanting to Run Away vs Remaining Present11:51 - ZLD Course, Doctorate Project & Emotional Health Tools13:21 - What “Sitting in the Well” Really Means18:19 - Event → Lie → Defense → Reaction (The Core Cycle)21:41 - Reflection Questions for Your Emotional Work23:40 - eBook, eCourse & Zoay Intensive Cohort Invitation25:06 - Gratitude for Listeners & Final Blessing

Nov 26, 2025 • 23min
254. How To Be A Great Friend
What if the greatest gift you could give this Thanksgiving… was your friendship? 🤝🧡In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock dive into Cory’s eBook How to Be a Great Friend - a simple but powerful guide to building the kind of friendships that actually make life richer, lighter, and more meaningful.This week isn’t about theology; it’s about relationships - the people who make us who we are.You’ll hear:🦃 Thanksgiving laughs, food debates, and family updates🤣 The hilarious “bra ice pack” recovery hack for wisdom teeth💛 The most underrated quality of a great friend (and why it matters)👣 Why being present is far more important than being perfect🧩 The 5 “Be” qualities that build strong friendships (consistent, vulnerable, appreciative, fun, intentional)🎯 How to restore broken relationships with humility and honesty📱 The smartphone trick that helps you become a more thoughtful friend💬 Why texting “I’m thankful for you because…” might change someone’s entire weekThis episode will challenge how you show up for your people - and inspire you to become the kind of friend you’ve always needed.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Thanksgiving Week Intro & Shout-Outs01:00 - Sharing Reviews, Ratings & Listener Gratitude01:45 - Thanksgiving Food Talk & Family Plans02:45 - Lions Game + Holiday Banter03:26 - Introducing This Week’s eBook: How to Be a Great Friend04:40 - Month From Hell Reflections & Gratitude for Friendship05:32 - Wisdom Teeth Story & The Bra Ice Pack Hack06:01 - The Most Underrated Quality of a Great Friend: Be Unoffendable07:38 - Channock’s Pick: The Power of Presence09:14 - Five Ways to Be a Great Friend10:57 - Why Intentionality Makes Friendships Great12:55 - Thanksgiving Challenge: “I’m Thankful for You Because…”14:19 - Five Ways to Build Curiosity in Friendship16:27 - Using Technology to Remember & Follow Through17:32 - Restoring Broken Friendships & The Power of “I’m Sorry”19:14 - Vulnerability, Seasons, and Grace in Friendship21:06 - Reflection Questions for the Listener22:01 - Final Encouragement & Thanksgiving Blessing22:24 - Closing: You’re Loved, and There’s Nothing You Can Do About It

Nov 19, 2025 • 29min
253. How To Be Perfect
What if perfection wasn’t about behaving flawlessly - but about expressing mercy from who you already are? In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack the eBook How to Be Perfect, and they flip the entire idea of perfection on its head. Instead of moral pressure and performance, they explore Jesus’ teaching that perfection looks like mercy, not mastery - and how experiencing God’s love transforms the way we express it to others.You’ll hear:💫 Why “be perfect” in Matthew 5 actually means “be merciful” in Luke 6💛 How perfection is something you experience through Christ, not achieve🪞 Why expressing mercy is the truest evidence of spiritual maturity🎉 The Prodigal Son: “He heard the dancing” - and what that means for Christians today👁️ What it means to be “pure in heart” and see people as God sees them🌱 The 3 I’s of Kingdom Living: Identity, Inheritance, Influence🔥 The four ways you reflect God’s nature: creating, giving, restoring, sustainingThis episode will challenge your definition of perfection, free you from performance, and help you live from the mercy that’s already in you.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Intro & Listener Shout-outs01:30 - Back in the Booth + Cancun Recap01:50 - Free eBooks & November Release (Prayer & Prophecy)03:15 - What’s Next? Clarity, Content & RElife Focus04:40 - RElife Update: Affordable Housing for Single Moms06:00 - Mom Graduates to Habitat for Humanity06:46 - Today’s Topic: How to Be Perfect07:35 - Two E’s: Experience & Express09:00 - Perfection ≠ Morality; Perfection = Mercy09:53 - “Be Perfect” = “Be Merciful” (Mt 5:48 / Lk 6:36)10:53 - Mercy Reframed Through Sonship15:48 - Mercy as Awareness of Union16:00 - Prodigal Son: “Heard the Dancing”17:05 - Do People Hear Your Dancing or Your Critique?18:00 - Pure in Heart: Seeing People as God Sees19:58 - Identity, Inheritance, Influence21:41 - Four Ways We Mirror God: Create, Give, Restore, Sustain23:42 - Sustaining: The Hard, Unseen Work26:28 - “Sustaining Becomes Sexy When It’s Celebrated”27:10 - Reflection Questions & Weekly Challenge28:50 - Closing: “You’re Loved And There's Nothing You Can Do About It”

Nov 12, 2025 • 24min
252. How To Make Sense Of God's Judgment And Wrath
What if God’s judgment was never against you - but for you? In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack one of the most misunderstood topics in Christianity: God’s judgment and wrath. Drawing from Cory’s eBook How to Make Sense of God’s Judgment and Wrath, they explore how God’s justice isn’t retribution - it’s restoration.You’ll hear:⚖️ How an adoption story reframed Cory’s entire view of judgment👁️ Why God’s judgment rescues rather than ruins🔥 How His wrath burns away lies, not people🏠 The difference between the courtroom of fear and the living room of love🕊️ Why perfect love really does cast out fear💬 Key quotes from Peter Hiett, C. Baxter Krueger, and more that will shift your lens foreverThis conversation will help you release fear, embrace freedom, and rediscover God as a loving Father whose judgment is always in your favor.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 – Welcome & Opening Banter 🎙️00:42 – Cancun Trip & Pre-Recording Clarification01:10 – November eBook Release: How to Pray and Prophesy in the New Covenant02:04 – Today’s Topic: How to Make Sense of God’s Judgment and Wrath03:02 – How the Reframe Sermon Series Began04:18 – Preaching Through Difficult Topics05:33 – The Goal: Living Without Fear06:38 – God’s Judgment Can Be For You07:30 – The Adoption Story: A Life-Changing Revelation ❤️09:00 – “A Judgment in Our Favor” — What If God’s Judgment Is Too?10:11 – Rethinking Judgment and Wrath Through the Lens of Love11:00 – From Courtroom to Living Room: Seeing God as Father12:13 – Judge Judy vs. Judge Deborah — Two Views of Judgment ⚖️13:47 – The Judges of Israel: Setting Captives Free14:35 – God’s Judgment Rescues, It Doesn’t Ruin15:02 – Key Quotes on Judgment, Wrath, and Love 🔥16:11 – God’s Wrath Is Restorative, Not Retributive16:54 – Fire That Refines, Not Destroys17:56 – The Father’s Heart: From Fear to Freedom18:55 – The Kitchen Story: Living Without Fear in the Father’s House 🏠19:57 – Perfect Love Casts Out Fear20:30 – Reading Scripture Through the Lens of Jesus21:10 – God’s Essence Is Love and Light ✨21:50 – The Cross Reveals Love, Not Anger22:24 – Natural Consequences and the True Meaning of Wrath22:52 – December eBook Preview: How to Be Meek in a Violent Loving Culture23:17 – Listener Reflection Questions 💭23:59 – Closing Thoughts: You Are Loved & There’s Nothing You Can Do About It

Nov 5, 2025 • 24min
251. How To Align With I AM
What if alignment with God isn’t about striving for connection - but awakening to the union that’s always been there? In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock dive into the eBook How to Align with I AM, exploring the beautiful truth that there is no separation between you and the Divine. Together, they unpack the mystery of union, the faith of Christ, and how to live in the flow of peace instead of pressure.You’ll hear:💫 What it really means to live “in Him” — not just for Him📖 Why Galatians 2:20 changes everything about faith and identity🌳 The powerful lesson of the Pando Aspen Grove — 47,000 trees, one root system🕊️ How to walk at the pace of peace instead of striving for perfection💧 The three “dams” that block your spiritual flow — and the truths that release it❤️ Why trusting yourself is actually trusting God within youThis episode will help you breathe deeper, rest easier, and remember: you’re already one with Love.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all 12 “How To” eBooks → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 – Welcome & Birthday Banter 🎉01:15 – Celebrating Ministry Wins & Nonprofit Update02:28 – Clarifying Finances & Vision for RElife03:02 – Podcast Housekeeping: Likes, Shares, Reviews03:36 – Recap: The “How To” Series & Free Resources04:00 – Milestone Moment: 250+ Episodes of Two Pastors and a Mic04:42 – Introducing How to Align with I AM05:45 – Union: The Core of Everything06:00 – The Verse That Changed Everything (John 14:20)06:56 – Favorite Verses on Union (1 John 2:6 & 4:17)07:52 – “We Is Risen” - The Message of Easter08:54 – The Invitation to Awaken to Connection09:48 – Voices & Mentors on Union (Kruger, Young, Englehart, etc.)10:39 – The Pando Aspen Grove: Nature’s Picture of Union 11:46 – How Faith Works of Christ, Not in Christ (Galatians 2:20)12:45 – Diving Into the Greek & Discovering a New Lens13:57 – The Revelation That Changed Cory’s Faith Journey14:55 – Living by the Faith of the Son - Not Our Own15:14 – The Gospel Supplies Faith, It Doesn’t Demand It15:48 – Living in the Flow vs. Forcing Faith16:32 – Walking at the Pace of Peace 🕊️17:06 – Jesus’ “Living Water” Teaching and Flowing from Within17:56 – The Lazy River Analogy: Staying in the Flow18:55 – Life Happens, Stay in the Flow19:05 – Union Reveals Jesus Has Always Been Within19:25 – Impact Without Forcing - The Power of Rested Presence19:56 – What If You Fully Lived From the Fullness of God?20:09 – The Three Dams That Block the Flow 21:03 – The Three Truths That Release the Flow 21:42 – The Four Verses Every Believer Should Live By22:19 – The Song Lyric That Captures Union: “Don’t You Call Unclean…” 22:52 – Reflection Questions on Union & Identity23:34 – Living from Union: No Separation, Just Love23:50 – Closing Blessing: You’re Loved, and There’s Nothing You Can Do About It

Oct 29, 2025 • 32min
250. How To Read The Bible
What if reading the Bible wasn’t about getting it right - but about letting it transform your life?In this episode of Two Pastors in a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack Cory’s eBook How to Read the Bible. Together they explore what it really means to approach Scripture with curiosity, not certainty - and how understanding covenants, context, and the lens of Jesus changes everything.You’ll hear:🔑 Why “The Bible clearly says…” can sometimes block deeper understanding📜 How to read Scripture through the covenants and the progressive revelation of God🪞 Why Jesus - not literalism - is the clearest lens for interpretation📚 The 5 keys to reading the Bible with wisdom, context, and love❤️ How your reading of Scripture shapes the kind of life - and love - you liveThis episode will challenge how you think about Scripture and inspire you to read with freedom, not fear.👉 Check out Cory's website → saintsnotsinners.com📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 – Welcome & Listener Shout-Outs01:05 – Prayers for Jamaica & Hurricane Update01:34 – Recap of the “How To” Series and Cory’s 12-eBook Goal03:05 – Encouragement for Creators: Create Even if Only One Listens03:29 – Introducing How to Read the Bible05:04 – Why “The Bible Clearly Says” Can Be Misleading06:25 – Dogmatic Reading vs. Open-Minded Faith07:04 – KJV-Onlyism & the Unicorn Example08:09 – Literalism vs. Contextual Reading09:14 – How the eBook Came From Teaching in the Netherlands10:16 – Understanding Covenants & How They Shape Scripture11:01 – Why So Many People Find the Bible Confusing11:57 – Tips for Starting and Understanding Scripture12:09 – Past Hill City Series That Explored New Covenant Truths13:02 – “Anchored” Series and Being Rooted in Jesus Not Just Scripture14:04 – How You Read the Bible Shapes Your Life and View of God15:10 – Introducing the Five Keys to Reading the Bible Well15:33 – Balancing Love for Scripture and Openness to Growth16:12 – Confirmation Bias and Seeking Reassurance vs. Truth17:06 – Approach Scripture with Curiosity Not Certainty17:24 – Hermeneutics, Exegesis, and Eisgesis Explained18:01 – Key 1: Understand the Covenants18:46 – Key 2: God Reveals Himself Progressively21:06 – Why Contradictions in Scripture Don’t Scare Us22:29 – Key 3: Jesus Is the Lens of Scripture23:07 – How Paul Misused Scripture Before Meeting Jesus23:38 – Mini Debate: Was Saul Really a Murderer?25:06 – Key 4: The Bible Uses Many Literary Forms26:39 – Key 5: Scripture Interprets Scripture (It All Connects)27:51 – Learning Hebrew Idioms and Hidden Meanings28:26 – Why This eBook Is a Simple 25-Minute Guide29:31 – Reflection Questions for Personal Study31:04 – Final Encouragement and Closing Blessing

Oct 22, 2025 • 26min
249. How To Have The Marriage You've Always Dreamed Of
What if great marriages aren’t found - they’re built?In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock unpack Cory’s free eBook “How to Have the Marriage You’ve Always Dreamed Of.” Together they explore what it really means to build a healthy, thriving relationship rooted in communication, patience, and kindness - rather than comparison or perfection.You’ll hear:💍 Why marriage takes work - but doesn’t have to feel hard❤️ The real meaning of being “equally yoked” (it’s more than faith labels)💬 Why unspoken expectations are the silent killer of relationships😂 A hilarious “love language” story you won’t forget🔥 How to keep fun, adventure, and connection alive after years together🧠 10 practical ways to strengthen your marriage and reignite intimacyWhether you’re single, engaged, or married for decades, this episode will help you see marriage as a living, growing partnership built on grace, communication, and intentionality.👉 Download How to Have Success Without Climbing the Ladder (Free eBook) → https://coryrice.gumroad.com/l/marriage📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Intro & Welcome01:01 - Listener Feedback & Quiet Room Reflections02:26 - The Reframe Sermon Series Update03:20 - Transition to Marriage Topic04:08 - Introducing “How to Have the Marriage You’ve Always Dreamed Of”05:00 - Why Marriage Takes Work05:45 - Past Marriage Sermon Series Highlights07:01 - The Four Knowings of Love (1 Corinthians 13)07:49 - The Love Languages Story (and a Funny Misunderstanding)08:43 - The Power of Communication: Timing, Tone, and Turf09:45 - Communication Is Lubrication10:30 - Marriage Requires Work & Growth11:00 - The Most Important Decision You’ll Ever Make12:02 - Redefining “Unequally Yoked”13:00 - Three Marriage Phrases That Need Reframing14:40 - Communication, Expectations, and the Silent Killer of Marriage16:00 - Root Issues Beneath Finances and Sex17:02 - The Danger of Comparison18:42 - Finding Your Normal in Marriage19:13 - What You Give Determines What You Get19:45 - Be Fun & Keep Creating Experiences21:37 - Schedule Margin for Marriage22:50 - Great Marriages Are Built, Not Found23:40 - Reflection Questions for Singles & Married Couples25:00 - Closing Encouragement: Love from a Place of Being Loved25:17 - You Are Loved (Sign-off)

Oct 15, 2025 • 26min
248. How To Have Success Without Climbing The Ladder
What if success was never about climbing the ladder - but learning to redefine it altogether?In this episode of Two Pastors and a Mic, Cory and Channock kick off a brand-new 12-week series walking through Cory’s free eBooks, starting with “How to Have Success Without Climbing the Ladder.” Together they challenge the cultural obsession with achievement, status, and performance, offering a refreshing perspective rooted in identity, peace, and purpose.You’ll hear:🪜 Why success isn’t about climbing higher - it’s about going deeper💭 How to define success for yourself (and why you must write it down)💬 The power of positive self-talk and believing what God believes about you👥 Why relationships matter more than recognition🔥 The story of Bundini Brown and how to find “corner people” who believe in you⚖️ Ten practical ways to live successfully without hurry, pressure, or comparisonIf you’ve ever felt like you’re striving but never arriving, this episode will help you reimagine success through grace, joy, and wholeness.👉 Download How to Have Success Without Climbing the Ladder (Free eBook) → https://coryrice.gumroad.com/l/howtohavesuccess📚 Explore all free eBooks & resources → https://coryrice.gumroad.com🌐 Connect with us → hillcity.tv00:00 - Intro & Welcome01:00 - Listener Questions & New Series Setup02:26 - 12 Free eBooks Overview03:56 - Why “How to Have Success Without Climbing the Ladder”05:09 - The Pressure to Perform & Redefining Success05:29 - How Do You Define Success?06:31 - Success in Different Life Roles07:27 - Defining Success as Husband & Father08:42 - Success as a Pastor09:29 - Personal Success: Peace & Purpose10:06 - Step 1: Define Success for Yourself11:01 - The Five Words That Define Success11:41 - Most People Link Success to Money12:49 - Step 2: Know Who You Are (Identity)13:11 - Step 3: Practice Positive Self-Talk14:21 - Step 4: Create What You Love15:23 - Why Everyone Is Creative16:00 - Do What You Love — And Love What You Do16:02 - Step 5: Find and Keep the Right Relationships17:01 - The Story of Bundini Brown & Muhammad Ali18:07 - Step 6: Stay Curious and Talk Less18:29 - Step 7: Celebrate Small Victories18:36 - Step 8: Practice Gratitude and Contentment19:45 - Step 9: Criticize Less, Affirm More20:44 - Step 10: Eliminate Hurry from Your Life21:20 - Success, Margin, and the Bourbon Metaphor22:22 - Success Is the Journey, Not the Destination23:37 - Reflection Questions for the Listener25:00 - You Are Already Enough (Final Encouragement)


