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What happens when people make destructive choices, break promises, and find themselves caught in a cycle of brokenness? And where is God when life gets messy?

In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper and Winston Harris dive into Genesis 38, one of the Bible's most challenging and unexpected chapters. Through the story of Judah and Tamar, they explore the consequences of sin, the weight of personal responsibility, the danger of deception, and the remarkable way God continues His redemptive work through imperfect people.

This conversation goes beyond...

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Why do some leaders, businesses, and organizations consistently succeed while others stay busy but never seem to move forward?

In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim Piper and Winston Harris explore one of the most overlooked leadership concepts: Critical Success Factors (CSFs).

Many people assume success comes from working harder, doing more, or staying constantly busy. But the reality is that success often comes from identifying the few things that matter most—and giving them your best time, energy, and attention.

Whether you're leading a bu...

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What does it take to become the father your children truly need?

In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim Piper and Winston Harris have an honest conversation about fatherhood, leadership, legacy, and the daily decisions that shape our families.

Many fathers feel pressure to be perfect—to provide more, achieve more, and never make mistakes. But great fatherhood isn't about perfection. It's about presence, intentionality, growth, and becoming the man your family needs you to be.

Through personal experiences, leadership insights, and biblical principles, Jim an...

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What happens when a God-given dream creates resistance, jealousy, and opposition?

In this episode of the Today Counts Show, Jim Piper, Matt Martin, and Winston Harris unpack Genesis 36-37 and explore one of the most powerful leadership stories in Scripture: Joseph's journey from favored son to betrayed brother.

Through an honest conversation about leadership, family dysfunction, purpose, vision, and character development, they examine how Joseph's dreams challenged those around him, why great leaders often face resistance, and how God uses adversity to prepare people for greater responsibility.

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Every leader fails.
Sometimes it's a bad decision. Sometimes it's a failed initiative, a missed opportunity, a relational mistake, or a moment where your judgment simply wasn't what it needed to be.
But leadership isn't proven by never failing. It's proven by what you do after you fail.
In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper, Winston Harris, and Mason Moore explore what happens after a leader gets it wrong—and how to respond without allowing failure to define your leadership.
The conversation goes beyond simply “learning from...

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When was the last time you were truly inspired?
And perhaps the more important question:
Are you actually living an inspired life?
In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper, Winston Harris, and Mason Moore explore what inspiration really is—and why simply feeling inspired isn't enough.
A great athlete can inspire you.
A great leader can inspire you.
A song, a conversation, a relationship, or even a stranger working hard can inspire you.
But what happens next?
The conversation explores the difference be...

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What have you tolerated in your home, your team, or your life that you have never directly named or removed?

In Genesis 35, Jacob is told to return to Bethel—the place where he first encountered God. But before he can move forward, his household has to confront what has accumulated along the way.

In this episode of The Genesis Project, Jim Piper and Winston Harris explore what this chapter reveals about spiritual renewal, leadership responsibility, family dysfunction, obedience, and God's faithfulness in the middle of imperfect circumstances.

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Your most important leadership assignment may be waiting for you at home.

In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper and Winston Harris explore what happens when leadership moves beyond the workplace and into the home, marriage, and family.

Most leadership books teach us about strategy, vision, and success—but often send us home with little preparation for the hardest leadership assignment of our lives. Jim and Winston unpack why the way we lead at home matters just as much as the way we lead everywhere else, an...

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The health of your relationships is the truest measure of your leadership.
In this episode of The Today Counts Show, Jim Piper and Winston Harris explore what happens when leadership moves beyond self-development and into the relationships that shape our teams, families, churches, businesses, and communities.
Great leadership isn't simply about managing people. It's about learning to connect with people, understand people, collaborate with people, and intentionally choose the people who shape your life and leadership.
Jim and Winston unpack the difference between being able to lead from a stage...

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Genesis 34 is one of the most difficult and emotionally complex chapters in the entire Bible. In this episode of The Genesis Project, Jim Piper, Matt Martin, and Winston Harris walk through the story of Dinah, Shechem, Jacob, Simeon, and Levi to uncover powerful lessons about leadership, responsibility, justice, passivity, and the devastating ripple effects of sin.

Why does Jacob remain silent when his daughter is violated? Were Simeon and Levi justified in their response? What happens when leaders fail to act? And what can modern leaders learn from one of the...

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What does it mean to be a man in 2026?
In a culture filled with competing definitions of masculinity, many men are searching for clarity, purpose, and direction. Some voices equate manhood with power and dominance. Others encourage passivity and the avoidance of responsibility. But what does healthy, biblical masculinity actually look like?
In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris explore one of the most important leadership conversations of our time: manhood, character, and purpose.
Together they discuss:
• Why masculinity has become such a debated topic in mo...

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What happened to Esau?

After twenty years of separation, betrayal, anger, and broken trust, Genesis 33 records one of the most powerful reconciliation stories in Scripture. Jacob returns home expecting conflict, yet encounters something completely unexpected: grace.

In this episode of The Genesis Project, host Jim Piper, co-host Winston Harris, and guest Matt Martin walk through Genesis 33 and explore the reunion between Jacob and Esau.

Together they discuss:
• Why Esau's response is one of the most surprising moments in Genesis
• What may have happened during the twen...

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Could Islam overtake America?

It's a question that's increasingly discussed in the media, on social platforms, and in conversations about culture, religion, and the future of the United States. But is the concern rooted in reality—or in fear?

In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris, explore the differences between Christianity and Islam, and discuss how Christians should respond with wisdom rather than panic.

Together they discuss:
• Why so many people are asking this question today
• Immigration, global conflicts, and changing religious landsc...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris explore one of the most overlooked leadership skills: self-awareness.
Many leaders spend years trying to improve their influence, communication, and decision-making without first understanding themselves. But the reality is that leadership starts with self-leadership.
Using the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator, Jim and Winston discuss how understanding your personality can help you identify your strengths, recognize your blind spots, and become a more intentional leader.
In this episode, they discuss:
• Why self-awareness is the foundation of effective leadership
• How personality infl...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris tackle one of the most important responsibilities of leadership: building the right team.

Whether you're leading a business, ministry, nonprofit, or growing organization, your success is ultimately limited by the people you surround yourself with. Great teams aren't built by accident—they're built through clarity, intentional hiring, strong culture, and purposeful development.

In this conversation, Jim and Winston discuss:
• Why leaders should start with mission and clarity before hiring
• The importance of defining outcomes before filling positions
•...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris tackle one of the most important—and most avoided—skills in leadership: handling conflict and navigating difficult conversations.

Most people view conflict as something to avoid. But conflict isn't the problem. Poorly handled conflict is.

Whether you're leading a business, a team, a ministry, a family, or a relationship, your ability to navigate tension often determines the quality of your influence and the health of your relationships.

In this conversation, Jim and Winston discuss:
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In this episode, host Jim Piper sits down with author Gordon Goetsch to discuss his newly released book, A Long Way Home—the remarkable true story of his father, Clemence Goetsch, a teenage soldier who forged his father's signature to enlist in World War II and embarked on a journey that would change generations.
From the battlefields of North Africa to the brutal conditions of German prisoner-of-war camps, Clem endured unimaginable hardship, loss, and suffering. But as Gordon shares throughout this conversation, the most important battles weren't fought with weapons—they were foug...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris explore three unforgettable moments from sports history—and the timeless leadership lessons hidden within them.
From hockey to golf to football, this conversation reveals how great leaders are forged long before the spotlight arrives. Because whether you're leading a team, a business, a ministry, or a family, the principles that create success under pressure remain the same.
In this episode, they discuss:

• The 1980 "Miracle on Ice" and how great leaders build belief before results exist
• Why culture and identi...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris tackle one of the most important conversations happening in faith communities today: deconstruction, spiritual formation, and why people walk away from their faith.
This isn't a debate. It's a conversation.
Together, they explore how our beliefs are formed, what happens when those beliefs are challenged, and why so many people find themselves wrestling with questions they can no longer ignore. They discuss the difference between inherited faith and owned faith, the role of doubt in spiritual growth, and what leaders often...

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In this episode of The Genesis Project, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris continue their journey through the Book of Genesis by unpacking the tension, fear, and transformation found in Genesis 32.

As Jacob prepares to reunite with Esau—the brother who once wanted to kill him—Jacob is overwhelmed with fear and uncertainty. In response, he sends gifts ahead, hoping to make peace, even if it costs him a significant portion of his wealth.

But this chapter goes far deeper than strategy and reconciliation.

In this conv...

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In this episode of The Genesis Project, host Jim Piper, co-host Winston Harris, and guests Matt Martin and Gary Harpst continue their deep dive through the Book of Genesis by unpacking the tension, leadership lessons, and spiritual themes found in Genesis 31.
This chapter marks a major turning point for Jacob. After years of manipulation, pressure, and changing agreements under Laban, God instructs Jacob to leave—and Jacob finally confronts the dysfunction he’s endured for years.
In this conversation, they explore:
• Why God sometimes calls leaders to leave unhealthy environments
•...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris unpack one of the most overlooked leadership skills in business and life: 360 Degree Leadership.
Most people think leadership only flows downward—to a team, employees, or people under your authority. But real influence works in every direction.
This conversation dives into what it means to lead:
• UP — influencing those above you
• ACROSS — building credibility and influence with peers
• DOWN — developing and empowering the people you lead
Together, they explore practical leadership principles for navigating organizations, building trust, handling diffi...

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In this episode of The Genesis Project, host Jim Piper, co-host Winston Harris, and guest Matt Martin continue their deep dive through the Book of Genesis—exploring the tension, complexity, and leadership lessons found in Genesis 30.
This chapter reveals a unique contrast: emotional decision-making vs. strategic growth.
As Rachel and Leah name their children out of deep emotional expression, the family dynamic begins to shift. What was meant to be intimate becomes transactional—introducing competition, control, and human striving into the equation.
Meanwhile, Jacob steps into a different phase—leveraging knowle...

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Starting and leading a business comes with opportunity—but also pressure. And for many leaders, the biggest mistake isn’t a lack of effort… it’s saying yes to too much.
In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris take a deeper look at what it really means to lead well—especially when life and business both demand more of you.
This conversation unpacks the tension many leaders face: being stretched thin, constantly busy, and slowly drifting away from clarity, purpose, and sustainability.
In this episode, they discuss:
• Why...

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In this episode, host Jim Piper, co-host Winston Harris, and guest Carson Murphy dive into a powerful conversation on discipleship across generations—what’s changed, what hasn’t, and what truly matters.

As culture shifts and leadership evolves, the call to disciple others remains the same—but the approach often looks different. This episode unpacks how each generation has engaged discipleship, while emphasizing the timeless foundation found in the teachings of Jesus Christ.

In this conversation, they explore:

• How...

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In this episode of The Genesis Project, host Jim Piper, co-host Winston Harris, and guest Matt Martin continue their deep dive through the Book of Genesis—unpacking the powerful leadership and life lessons found in Genesis 29.
This chapter follows Jacob as he steps into a new season—seeking a wife, building a future, and ultimately encountering the consequences of his past actions.
After meeting Rachel at the well, Jacob agrees to work for Laban in order to marry her. But in a dramatic turn, the deceiver is deceived—leading to years of add...

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Starting a business sounds exciting—but most people underestimate what it actually takes to build something that lasts.

In this episode, host Jim Piper and co-host Winston Harris break down the real foundations of starting and sustaining a business—from avoiding common pitfalls to making wise decisions early on.

This conversation goes beyond surface-level advice and dives into the practical and leadership-driven principles that determine whether a business succeeds or fails.

In this episode, they cover:

• The most...