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Episode 142: Dave Rich on Battling Addiction, Tragedy, & His Spiritual Awakening
Episode 142: Dave Rich on Battling Addiction, Tragedy, & His Spiritual Awakening In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with author, speaker, & church leader, Dave Rich. He shares his compelling and raw experience with addiction, surviving tragedy, and encountering God in a way that changed him forever. Dave and Jim unpack inspirational realities about faith, calling, legacy, and how your life can truly matter. Discover Dave’s book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Were-Meant-Climb-Summit-ebook/dp/B0CB79JKSJ Get a copy of Jim’s new book “Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past” Follow for more content on IG: @leadtodaycommunity @jimpiper_jr Join the Lead Today
Episode 142: Dave Rich on Battling Addiction, Tragedy, & His Spiritual Awakening
Episode 142: Dave Rich on Battling Addiction, Tragedy, & His Spiritual Awakening In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with author, speaker, & church leader, Dave Rich. He shares his compelling and raw experience with addiction, surviving tragedy, and encountering God in a way that changed him forever. Dave and Jim unpack inspirational realities about faith, calling, legacy, and how your life can truly matter. Discover Dave’s book: https://www.amazon.com/You-Were-Meant-Climb-Summit-ebook/dp/B0CB79JKSJ Get a copy of Jim’s new book “Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past” Follow for more
Episode 139: Michael Anthony on Mind Mastery, Going Slow to Grow & the Power of Accountability
Episode 139: Michael Anthony on Mind Mastery, Going Slow to Grow & the Power of Accountability In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Michael Anthony who is an award-winning speaker, author, and mindset mentor. Michael shows people how to stop limiting themselves, so they become unstoppable. In this masterclass on self-mastery, they discuss the power of being held accountable for your decisions, how to practically master your mind, and growing through slowing your life down. You can reach Michael Anthony through his website: https://couragematters.com/ Or through his
Episode 138: Jon Chasteen on the Importance of Saying “No”, Leading with an Orphan Heart, & the Dangers of Talent
Episode 138: Jon Chasteen on the Importance of Saying “No”, Leading with an Orphan Heart, & the Dangers of Talent In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Jon Chasteen who is the author of the book, “ReLeader: How To Fix What You Didn’t Break“. Jon Chasteen has been the Lead Pastor of Victory Church, a multicampus church with campuses in both Oklahoma and Texas, since 2014. Jon was also President of The King’s University from 2018 to 2023. In this masterclass on leadership, they discuss the
Episode 133: The Power Of Politics (Lessons On Faith & Freedom)
Episode 133: The Power Of Politics (Lessons On Faith & Freedom) In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with actress, model, essayist, editor, and writer of fiction, Anika Pavel. She shares her experience growing up in Czechoslovakia under political distress. Anika and Jim unpack inspirational realities about faith, freedom, and the impact of a nation’s government on our lives. Anika reveals some powerful lessons about life that she covers in her newest book “Encounter With The Future.” Tune in to this episode to hear about the struggles
Episode 132: The EASIEST Way To Gain Customers (Increase Your Sales)
Episode 132: The EASIEST Way To Gain Customers (Increase Your Sales) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim unloads some gems about customer service that will 10x your business. If you are looking to level up your sales and engage customers like never before, lean in and listen up! If this podcast impacts you in any way, be sure to share the link with someone! Get a copy of Jim’s new book “Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past” Follow for more content on IG: @leadtodaycommunity @jimpiper_jr Podcast
Episode 131: This is Killing Your Focus (Keys To Healthy Leadership)
Episode 131: This is Killing Your Focus (Keys To Healthy Leadership) In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Keynote Speaker, 2x Best-Selling Author, Former Tech Entrepreneur, Turnaround Strategist, and C-Suite Exec Penny Zenker. She is known as “the Focusologist,” someone who helps individuals improve leadership focus and overall productivity. In this masterclass on leadership, they discuss the power of visualization, resetting your mindset, executive ownership, and how to avoid burnout. Discover how to level up your influence by implementing practical strategies for leadership growth. Tune in
Episode 141: Fighting For Your Family, Faith, & the Future (Genesis 5 Study)
Episode 141: Fighting For Your Family, Faith, & the Future (Genesis 5 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst and Winston Harris about the urgency we all should have about leading our families according to God’s word. They dive into Genesis 5 and reveal the value behind the genealogies of scripture. We get a picture of why our legacies matter and how we should approach our lives with a generational lens. Tune
Episode 140: Generational Curses, Humanism & Creativity (Genesis 4:17-25 Study)
Episode 140: Generational Curses, Humanism & Creativity (Genesis 4:17-25 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Matt Martin about the consequences of humanism as a religion, how sin passes through generations, and the power of worship in the early accounts of scripture. For listeners interested in deepening their understanding of biblical doctrine and a biblical perspective on the fall of humanity, this episode provides insightful discussions on these ideas and more. Tune in for
Episode 137: Become The Master Of Your Life (A Bible Study on Genesis)
Episode 137: Become The Master Of Your Life (A Bible Study on Genesis) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst, Matt Martin & Winston Harris. Gary is the founder and CEO of LeadFirst and author. His most recent book is titled “Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself”. Matt and Winston are Pastors and friends of Jim who share a passion for God’s word. In this episode, they unpack Genesis 4
Episode 136: The Consequences of Sin, How We Hide From God & A New Eden (Genesis 3:20-24 Study)
Episode 136: The Consequences of Sin, How We Hide From God & A New Eden (Genesis 3:20-24 Study) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Matt Martin & Winston Harris. Winston and Matt are Pastors and friends of Jim who share a passion for God’s word. They dive into the fall of humanity. The consequences of sin in Genesis are unpacked, shedding light on its impact on humanity and our relationship with God. We also
Episode 135: Why Relationships Are Hard (A Conversation on Genesis 3:10-19) Part 2
Episode 135: Why Relationships Are Hard (A Conversation on Genesis 3:10-19) Part 2 In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst & Winston Harris. Gary is the founder and CEO of LeadFirst and author. His most recent book is titled “Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself.” Winston is a Pastor and friend of Jim that shares a passion for God’s word. They unpack the fall in the Garden of Eden and
Episode 134: God Accepts These Types of People??? (A Conversation on Genesis)
Episode 134: God Accepts These Types of People??? (A Conversation on Genesis) In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Gary Harpst & Winston Harris. Gary is the founder and CEO of LeadFirst and author. His most recent book is titled “Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself.” Winston is a Pastor and friend of Jim that shares a passion for God’s word. They unpack the fall in the Garden of Eden and how
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