The Today Counts Show

Jim Piper Jr.
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The Today Counts Show is about leadership. It’s about shaping healthy leaders, relationships, and workplaces. It’s about re-imaging leadership within three dimensions: your person, your people, and your place. This triad of thought and life is informed by theology, psychology, biology, philosophy, sociology, and any discipline that contributes to the shaping of leadership character.

  1. 12/28/2025

    Ep. 196 - Leading the Church in a Different World: Gen Z’s Challenge

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, host Jim Piper Jr. sits down with Mason Moore, Worship Pastor at NorthRock Church, and Dr. Chris Juarez, Campus Pastor at NorthRock Church, to explore what it really means to lead the Church in a different world as a Gen Z leader. As ministry continues to change at a rapid pace, Gen Z leaders are navigating new pressures while learning timeless lessons in real time. Mason and Chris share honest insights on learning from mistakes, embracing collaboration across generations, and leading with authenticity in a culture that quickly detects what isn’t real. They discuss how failure can become a formative teacher, why shared leadership is essential for sustainable ministry, and how authenticity builds trust with both teams and congregations. This episode isn’t about having all the answers—it’s about growing through experience, leading with humility, and creating healthy ministry environments where people can thrive. Whether you’re a Gen Z leader, a pastor developing young leaders, or someone invested in the future of the Church, this conversation offers clarity, encouragement, and practical wisdom. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion—because today counts. Follow Mason and Chris at NorthRock Church by CLICKING HERE Click here to follow Chris Juarez on Instagram  Click here to follow Mason Moore on Instagram  Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    1h 16m

  2. 12/21/2025

    Ep. 195 - How to Make Wise Decisions: A Genesis 24 Blueprint

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, host Jim Piper Jr. unpacks Genesis 24 to reveal a practical, faith-centered blueprint for making wise decisions in seasons of uncertainty, transition, and pressure. Through the story of Abraham’s servant seeking a wife for Isaac, this chapter offers timeless principles on prayer, preparation, patience, and discernment. Jim walks through how having clear values, dependence on God, discernment, and active faith that shapes decisions that honor God and serve others well. Rather than rushing outcomes or relying on emotion alone, Genesis 24 shows us how wisdom is formed through obedience, humility, and trust in God’s guidance. Whether you’re facing a major life choice, leadership decision, or everyday crossroads, this episode will equip you with biblical insight and practical tools to help you choose wisely and move forward with confidence. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion—because every part counts. Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    31 min

  3. 12/14/2025

    Ep. 194 - The Hidden Financial Beliefs That Shape Great (and Bad) Leaders

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, host Jim Piper Jr. sits down with Darryl Lyons, CEO of Pax Financial Group, to uncover one of the most overlooked forces in leadership: the hidden financial beliefs that shape how great (and bad) leaders think, decide, and influence others. Every leader—whether in business, ministry, or the public sector—operates from a philosophy of money, and that mindset impacts everything from budgeting and stewardship to generosity, risk tolerance, and organizational culture. Jim and Darryl explore the difference between healthy financial beliefs that strengthen leadership and unhealthy money mindsets that quietly sabotage decision-making and credibility. Drawing from Darryl’s experience leading a national financial firm, this episode blends biblical wisdom, real-world leadership insights, and practical examples to help you recognize the financial assumptions shaping your leadership style. If you’re ready to grow as a leader, steward resources wisely, and build a healthier relationship with money, this conversation will challenge your perspective and give you tools to lead with confidence and integrity. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion—because every part counts. Connect with Darryl Lyons by clicking here! Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    1h 8m

  4. 11/30/2025

    Ep. 193 - When Faith Meets Grief: Abraham’s Journey in Genesis 23

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, host Jim Piper Jr, Matt Martin, and Winston Harris walk through Genesis 23, one of the most emotional and significant chapters in Abraham’s life—the death of Sarah. This episode explores what happens when faith meets grief, and how Abraham models strength, honor, and clarity during one of the deepest losses a person can face. The guys unpack the spiritual, cultural, and leadership implications of Abraham’s response: his intentional grieving, his integrity in securing a burial place, and the way he honors both God and Sarah in a moment of sorrow. This story invites us to consider how our own faith holds up in seasons of pain, transition, and decision-making. Whether you’re navigating loss or leading others through difficult seasons, this conversation offers perspective, wisdom, and hope rooted in Scripture. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion as we face the hard parts of Scripture—because every part counts. Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Order Matt Martin's New Book "Notice What Matters": Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    42 min

  5. 11/23/2025

    Ep. 192 - Can You Build Your Worldview on the Bible?

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, host Jim Piper Jr. sits down with Brett Kunkle, founder of Maven and one of today’s leading voices on Christian worldview and apologetics, to tackle a foundational question: Can you really build your worldview on the Bible? Together, Jim and Brett explore what makes the Bible historically reliable, philosophically sound, and personally trustworthy as the lens through which we understand life, truth, morality, and purpose. They break down common objections, cultural pressures, and the modern tendency to separate faith from everyday thinking. This conversation will strengthen your confidence in Scripture, challenge how you see the world, and equip you to form a worldview that’s not just inspirational—but rooted, rational, and resilient. If you’ve ever wrestled with how the Bible speaks into real life, leadership, culture, and decision-making, this episode will give you clarity and direction. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion as we face the hard parts of Scripture—because every part counts. Connect to Maven here! Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    56 min

  6. 11/16/2025

    Ep. 191 - From Capacity to Capital: Rethinking Effective Leadership

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, host Jim Piper Jr. unpacks the 5 C’s of leadership—character, capacity, capital, collateral, and conditions—and explores how each one shapes a leader’s ability to influence, adapt, and thrive. Most leadership conversations focus on vision and strategy, but few dig into the deeper frameworks that actually determine effectiveness. Jim breaks down why capacity matters as much as character, how leaders can steward their capital (relational, financial, and intellectual), and why understanding your conditions and collateral gives you a strategic advantage in decision-making. Whether you lead a business, a team, a ministry, or a family, this conversation will help you rethink what effective leadership really requires—and how you can grow in all five areas starting today. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion—because every part counts. Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" https://a.co/d/6d2BiTX Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    47 min

  7. 11/02/2025

    Ep. 190 - The Art of Making Deals (Genesis 21:22-34 Study)

    Send us a text In this episode of The Today Counts Show, hosts Jim Piper and Winston Harris unpack Genesis 21:22–34 to explore what Abraham’s treaty with Abimelek reveals about trust, integrity, and leadership in negotiations. In a world where deals are often driven by pressure and self-interest, this ancient story offers timeless wisdom on how to build trust in every deal—whether in business, ministry, or everyday relationships. Jim and Winston discuss how Abraham’s example teaches us to lead with honesty, communicate clearly, and honor commitments even when it costs something. Tune in to discover how faith principles can shape stronger partnerships, foster genuine trust, and help you lead with credibility in every situation. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion as we face the hard parts of Scripture—because every part counts. Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    37 min

  8. 10/26/2025

    Ep. 189 - Obeying When It Doesn’t Make Sense (Genesis 22 Study)

    Send us a text In Genesis 22, God asks Abraham to sacrifice his son Isaac—a command that defies logic, comfort, and human reasoning. Yet within this moment we discover one of the most powerful truths in Scripture: faith is proven through obedience. In this episode of The Today Counts Show with Jim Piper Jr., we explore what it really means to trust God when life doesn’t make sense. Obedience isn’t always easy, but it is always worth it—and it always leads to God’s provision in His timing and His way. In this episode, we discuss: What Genesis 22 reveals about faith, obedience, and surrender Why God allows seasons of testing and stretching The connection between obedience and purpose Leadership under pressure—what Abraham teaches us How trust grows when obedience comes before understanding If you're leading a family, a team, a business—or simply leading yourself—this episode will challenge and encourage you to follow God courageously, even when the path is unclear. Because how you live today really does count. 📌 Subscribe, share, and join the discussion as we face the hard parts of Scripture—because every part counts. Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg Find Gary's book, "Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself" on Amazon Get a copy of Jim's book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past" Follow for more content on IG:  @leadtodaycommunity  @jimpiper_jr Support the show

    46 min
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The Today Counts Show is about leadership. It’s about shaping healthy leaders, relationships, and workplaces. It’s about re-imaging leadership within three dimensions: your person, your people, and your place. This triad of thought and life is informed by theology, psychology, biology, philosophy, sociology, and any discipline that contributes to the shaping of leadership character.

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  • Creator
    Jim Piper Jr.
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2025
  • Episodes
    195
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