• Ep. 140 - Generational Curses, Humanism & Creativity (Genesis 4:17-25 Study)
    Nov 17 2024

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    In this episode of The Today Counts Show, we continue a collection of conversations on the book of Genesis. Jim talks with Matt Martin on 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 a profound exploration of biblical wisdom and spiritual growth

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    33 mins
  • Ep. 139 - Michael Anthony on Mind Mastery, Going Slow to Grow & the Power of Accountability
    Nov 10 2024

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    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 YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@MichaelAnthonyOfficial/videos

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    58 mins
  • Ep. 138 - Jon Chasteen on the Importance of Saying "No", Leading with an Orphan Heart, & the Dangers of Talent
    Nov 3 2024

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    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 real, raw, and unfiltered truth most won't share on leadership. Jon talks about the dangers of leading with talent over character, leading with an orphan heart, and the value in saying "No" as a leader.

    Tune in to discover how to level up your leadership capacity and lead yourself well.

    You can reach Jon Chasteen through the Victory Church website - https://victory.church/

    Or, through his website - releader.co

    You can find Jon's Book, "ReLeader: How To Fix What You Didn't Break" on Amazon, as well as his other book, "Half the Battle: Healing Your Hidden Hurts".

    Get a copy of Jim's new book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past": https://www.amazon.com/Story-Art-Learning-Your-Past/dp/B0D1D5TBQ6/


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    1 hr and 22 mins
  • Ep. 137 - Become The Master Of Your Life (Genesis 4:1-16 Study)
    Nov 2 2024

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    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 that share a passion for God's word.

    In this episode, they unpack the Genesis 4 and look at the story of Cain and Abel. They discuss self-mastery according to scripture, our issues with obeying God, how the gospel shows up in the old testament, and more!

    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 a profound exploration of biblical wisdom and spiritual growth.

    Find Gary's book, "Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself" on Amazon:
    https://www.amazon.com/Built-Beat-Chaos-Biblical-Yourself/dp/1394158408

    Gary's most recent podcast:
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=44CaaRIaYhM

    Follow Matt Martin on IG: @m_martin96

    Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg

    Get a copy of Jim's new book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past":
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  • Ep. 136 - The Consequences of Sin, How We Hide From God & A New Eden (Genesis 3:20-24 Study)
    Nov 1 2024

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    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 are unpacked and we learn how our propensity to hide from God started in the garden of Eden. Discover the hope we have to look forward to in the new Eden to come.

    Follow Matt Martin on IG: @m_martin96

    Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg

    Get a copy of Jim's new book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past":
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    43 mins
  • Ep. 135 - Why Relationships Are Hard (Genesis 3:14-19 Study)
    Oct 27 2024

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    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 our relationships between me and women changed forever. What role do men and women play in a relationship? We also learn why work can be challenging and how we are to respond when life gets hard.

    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 a profound exploration of biblical wisdom and spiritual growth.

    Find Gary's book, "Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself" on Amazon:
    https://www.amazon.com/Built-Beat-Chaos-Biblical-Yourself/dp/1394158408

    Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg

    Get a copy of Jim's new book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past":
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    37 mins
  • Ep. 134 - God Accepts These Types of People??? (Genesis 3:8-13 Study)
    Oct 20 2024

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    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 our relationship with God changed forever. What does this mean for us? We see a characteristic of God that is revealed for the first time and learn that God accepts people when they come to him with their brokenness.

    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 a profound exploration of biblical wisdom and spiritual growth.

    Find Gary's book, "Built to Beat Chaos: Biblical Wisdom for Leading Yourself" on Amazon:
    https://www.amazon.com/Built-Beat-Chaos-Biblical-Yourself/dp/1394158408

    Follow Winston Harris on IG: @winstg

    Get a copy of Jim's new book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past":
    https://www.amazon.com/Story-Art-Learning-Your-Past/dp/B0D1D5TBQ6/

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    23 mins
  • Ep. 133 - The Power Of Politics (Lessons On Faith & Freedom)
    Oct 13 2024

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    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."


    Discover Anika's book:
    https://www.amazon.com/encounter-future-Anika-Pavel/dp/B0D1PKKMW5


    Get a copy of Jim's new book "Story: The Art Of Learning From Your Past": https://www.amazon.com/Story-Art-Learning-Your-Past/dp/B0D1D5TBQ6/


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    46 mins