Life and Leadership Podcast

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A life and leadership podcast hosted by Jim Piper, Jr. that helps you grow in personal health, relationships, and purpose. Each episode is designed to inspire and equip you to lead yourself and others well, because what you learn, think, or do today truly shapes your tomorrow.

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Is your ambition hurting your team

Episode 165: Kings Clash, Abram Attacks, and Who is Melchizedek???

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 165: Kings Clash, Abram Attacks, and Who is Melchizedek??? In this episode of The Today Counts Show,  we dive into the action-packed chapter 14 of Genesis. Genesis 14 reads like a blockbuster script—rival kings go to war, Abram launches a daring rescue mission, and out of nowhere, a mysterious priest named Melchizedek steps onto the scene. In this episode, Jim and Winston break down the wild twists of this often-overlooked chapter. Why does Abram risk it all to save Lot? What’s the deal with these ancient coalitions? And seriously—who is Melchizedek, and why

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Leadership Podcast
Are your children suffering in school

Episode 152: The State Of Emergency In The American School System, Family Support, & Understanding Student Disabilities

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 152: The State Of Emergency In The American School System, Family Support, & Understanding Student Disabilities In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Dr. Kristin Meyer, a special education consultant and co-founder of Reach Educational Advocates. She is on a mission to open doors to high-quality education for students with disabilities and empower their families with the knowledge and support they need. Dr. Brian Baddick, an Assistant Superintendent in Pennsylvania, joins them. Jim, Dr. Kristin, and Dr. Brian unpack the

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Making Marriage Work

Episode 150: Making Marriage Work: 40-Plus Years of Marriage Wisdom For Any Marital Stage

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 150: Making Marriage Work: 40-Plus Years of Marriage Wisdom For Any Marital Stage In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with his best friend, partner, and wife, Rhonda Piper, about the principles and pitfalls of marriage. They cover the communication framework of ‘Love Languages’ and how this has impacted their marriage of over 40 years. Jim and Rhonda get real about the challenges and joys of marriage. If you’re looking for practical advice on making marriage work, this conversation offers valuable

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School System Crisis

Episode 149: The Crisis of the American Education System: Greed, Struggling Students, & More

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 149: The Crisis of the American Education System: Greed, Struggling Students, & More In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with Dr. Kristin Meyer, a special education consultant and co-founder of Reach Educational Advocates. She is on a mission to open doors to high-quality education for students with disabilities and empower their families with the knowledge and support they need. Jim and Dr. Kristin unpack the challenges our society is facing with the current state of education, highlighting the crisis of

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What Happens When You Die

Episode 147: Jim Answers the ULTIMATE Question: What Happens When You Die?

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 147: Jim Answers the ULTIMATE Question: What Happens When You Die? In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim shares a timeless truth about the afterlife that will help you consider the value of your life and reflect on the question, “What happens when we die?” He also helps us understand the secret to setting and crushing our goals. If you are looking to become a more mindful and intentional person this year, lean in and listen up! Get a copy of Jim’s

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Parenting Masterclass

Episode 146: Parenting Masterclass: The Lasting Change Your Family Needs

Watch and Subscribe on YouTube! Episode 146: Parenting Masterclass: The Lasting Change Your Family Needs In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim talks with friend, content creator, & church leader, Winston Harris. Jim and Winston continue the conversation they started recently on the dangers of parenting. Jim introduces the “5 P’s of Parenting,” which are principles that every parent can use to make a lasting impact on their family. This episode is a parenting masterclass where Jim and Winston tackle nepotism, entitlement, prophetic parenting, and more! If you

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Gentle Parenting

Episode 144: Gentle Parenting, Father Wounds, & the Surgeon General’s Warning

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 144: Gentle Parenting, Father Wounds, & the Surgeon General’s Warning In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim talks with a friend, content creator, & church leader, Winston Harris. Jim and Winston address the Surgeon General’s recent warning about the health hazard of “parenting.” They share practical ways to navigate the tensions parents are facing in our culture today and explore the current trend of parenting known as “gentle parenting.” This approach emphasizes understanding and connecting with your child, which aligns with the

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Genesis Project
The Real Rainbow Meaning

Episode 153: The Real Rainbow Meaning, God’s View On Capital Punishment, & Relationship Issues (Genesis 9 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 153: The Real Rainbow Meaning, God’s View On Capital Punishment, & Relationship Issues (Genesis 9 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 about the new world we find in Chapter 9 of Genesis. Is Capital Punishment a form of justice from God? We explore god’s view on capital punishment as revealed in Genesis 9 and discuss its implications for justice today. Culture has hijacked the meaning

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End Of The World

Episode 151: Surviving The End Of The World??? (Genesis 8 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 151: Surviving The End Of The World??? (Genesis 8 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, Matt Martin, and Winston Harris about the end of the world as we see it in Chapter 8 of Genesis. Hidden in the ancient scriptures are modern-day truths about surviving extreme circumstances through worship, sacrifice, and obedience. These lessons offer timeless wisdom on surviving the end of the world, both

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Judgement Day

Episode 148: Judgement Day, Noah’s Faith, & Are We In The End Times? (Genesis 7 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 148: Judgement Day, Noah’s Faith, & Are We In The End Times? (Genesis 7 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 very debated ancient story of “The Flood.” Our world looks very different than the time of this story, but Jesus said the end times would look like the days of Noah and the flood. Are we in the last days?

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God Judges Sin

Episode 145: The Nephilim Are Back, God Judges Sin, and Noah Build a Boat

Watch and Subscribe on YouTube! Episode 145: The Nephilim Are Back, God Judges Sin, and Noah Build a Boat 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, and Winston Harris about Chapter 6 of Genesis. They revisit the “Nephilim” conversation that was introduced in a recent podcast. Jim invites us all to consider why we may not enjoy the type of God we see in Genesis 6 and helps us wrestle with

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Fallen Angels

Episode 143: Nephilim, Fallen Angels, & Ancient Secrets (Genesis 6:1-8 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 143: Nephilim, Fallen Angels, & Ancient Secrets (Genesis 6:1-8 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, Matt Martin, and Winston Harris about a really weird Bible story that leaves us with more questions than answers. They dive into the beginning of Genesis 6, where these highly polarizing creatures called the “Nephilim” are introduced. Who are the Nephilim, and why do they captivate the imagination of so

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Fighting For Your Family

Episode 141: Fighting For Your Family, Faith, & the Future (Genesis 5 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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That Shapes Your Tomorrow

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