Life and Leadership Podcast

THE TODAY COUNTS SHOW

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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When God’s Timing Feels Too Slow

Episode 170: When God’s Timing Feels Too Slow (Genesis 16 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! Episode 170: When God’s Timing Feels Too Slow (Genesis 16 Study) Waiting on God is never easy—especially when His promises feel delayed and our plans seem more efficient. In this episode, Jim and Gary Harpst unpack the tension in Genesis 16, where Sarai and Abram take matters into their own hands… and the consequences that follow. Through the story of Hagar, we explore: What happens when we rush ahead of God The emotional cost of impatience How God meets us—even in our mess Why He is still the God who sees us, even when

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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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Battling Addiction

Episode 142: Dave Rich on Battling Addiction, Tragedy, & His Spiritual Awakening

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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The Power of Accountability

Episode 139: Michael Anthony on Mind Mastery, Going Slow to Grow & the Power of Accountability

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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The Importance of Saying No

Episode 138: Jon Chasteen on the Importance of Saying “No”, Leading with an Orphan Heart, & the Dangers of Talent

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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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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Generational Curses

Episode 140: Generational Curses, Humanism & Creativity (Genesis 4:17-25 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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Become The Master Of Your Life

Episode 137: Become The Master Of Your Life (A Bible Study on Genesis)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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The Consequences of Sin

Episode 136: The Consequences of Sin, How We Hide From God & A New Eden (Genesis 3:20-24 Study)

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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Why Relationships Are Hard

Episode 135: Why Relationships Are Hard (A Conversation on Genesis 3:10-19) Part 2

Subscribe and Watch on YouTube! 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

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