Once a week 24 minute interviews focusing on personal Christian faith stories and spiritual calling. Email the host: Wayne@wayneshepherd.net
Evangelist, teacher, and counselor Sammy Tippit talks with Wayne Shepherd about his decades of experience proclaiming the Gospel around the world. NEXT WEEK: Bill Yeargin Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...
Bill Hendricks, President of The Giftedness Center and the Executive Director for Christian Leadership at The Hendricks Center at Dallas Theological Seminary, talks with Wayne Shepherd about finding purpose through God's spiritual calling. NEXT WEEK: Sammy Tippit Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...
Chad Roberts, a pastor who has been totally blind since 2018, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his story of determination, with God's help, to not quit but continue his ministry. (click for more) The circumstances that led to Chad's blindness have not deterred him in the least from continuing to teach God's Word as a pastor. You can learn more about Chad and his story here , including his radio and media ministry called Awakened to Grace. NEXT WEEK: BIll Hendricks Send your support for FIRST PERS...
At 93 Rob Elliot is still active in business, and more importantly active in sharing his faith in Christ. He talks with Wayne Shepherd. (click for more) Rob is the Founder of Elliot Construction, a Chicago area concrete contractor, which began in 1955. His story of faith is a challenge to all who know him and you will be encouraged when you listen to how God has led and provided for him and his family. More about Rob here. NEXT WEEK: Chad Roberts Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far Eas...
The Director of the Far East Broadcasting Company ministry in Thailand converses with Wayne Shepherd about his radio ministry. (click for more) Sumet Techarukpong is a Thai businessman whom God called to serve in the radio ministry of FEBC. In this FIRST PERSON interview he tells his personal story as well as outlines the staff's extensive radio work in Thailand, resulting in millions of responses to it's Bangkok office. For more about Thailand and FEBC's outreach in that country, please visit w...
Cheryl Steele Tinsley, the lone survivor of a wilderness surveying trip gone awry, talks with Wayne Shepherd about her experience. (click for more) On July 3, 1980, Cheryl Steele Tinsley and three of her friends were caught in a deadly “freak storm” on Michigan's Lake Huron that meteorologists say only appear once every ten to twelve years. Her three companions died, but Cheryl miraculously lived. As you listen, Cheryl will recount the story and speak to what she learned about how God speaks to ...
Author Matthew J. Wolak joins Wayne Shepherd to share his story of difficulty connecting with his Dad and subsequent restoration. (click for more) Matthew J. Wolak is a faith-based speaker and author of the book Loving Your Father Even Though He…A GUIDE FOR MEN: Acknowledge, Prepare for & Discuss Your Father Wounds with Your Dad. Matthew is married to his wife Stacy and they live in Southeastern Wisconsin. Learn more about Matthew and his story in his new book at: www.matthewjwolak.com NEXT ...
Wayne Shepherd reads excerpts from Serving God and Country, United States Military Chaplains in World War II . (click for more) In World War II, over 12,000 Protestant ministers, Catholic priests, and Jewish rabbis left the safety of home to join the Chaplain Corps, following the armed forces into battle across Europe, Asia, North Africa, and the high seas. With author Lyle Dorsett's permission, this week we feature selected readings from this book. These are the personal stories of some of the ...
Dannah Gresh, author of Lies Girls Believe , talks with Wayne Shepherd about equipping girls with biblical truth to counteract cultural lies. (click for more) Dannah Gresh is the bestselling author, speaker, and founder of True Girl, America's most popular Christian tween event. She has authored dozens of books and Bible studies that have been translated into many languages, including the classic And the Bride Wore White and Lies Girls Believe . Her resources have equipped over two million moms ...
Adam Waters is a living testimony that God can rescue and redeem a life headed for self-destruction. He tells his story to Wayne Shepherd. (click for more) Now lead pastor of Grace Bible Church in Elmhurst, IL, Adam was once a kid who didn't believe in God. He became a father as a teenager, was released from the military for abusing drugs, and arrested for crime before surrendering his life to Jesus Christ. Look for FIRST PERSON on social media: Facebook.com/FirstPersonInterview NEXT WEEK: Danna...
The President and CEO of Hope Rises , Bill Simmons , talk with Wayne Shepherd about his ministry and spiritual practices for organizations. (click for more) Formerly known as American Leprosy Missions and recently renamed Hope Rises , the ministry Bill leads continues to restore the dignity and health of those suffering from neglected diseases. Based on his experience leading Christian boards and organizations, Bill is the author of The Way of Interruption; Spiritual Practice for Organizational ...
Andy Coleman , President of the Christian Emergency Alliance , talks with Wayne Shepherd about providing assistance to persecuted Christians. (Click for more) The Christian Emergency Alliance is a Oklahoma-based ministry dedicated to helping Christians stand under intensifying cultural pressure around the world. They assist the persecuted and share their stories as well as prepare Christians across the West face growing pressures. Andy is the author of In Days of Darkness: A Manual for Ordinary ...
At this Easter-time, Michael Card , known for his Bible-centered music and teaching, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about Jesus. (click for more) As we celebrate the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave, Michael will talk about the details of the life of our Lord leading up to his death and resurrection. Michael is currently in a deep study of the life of Jesus, preparing a book. For many years Michael and Wayne hosted a radio show/podcast called IN THE STUDIO combining conve...
Living in Australia, Stewart Bogle has experienced both great difficulty and great joy learning wrestle with God in the darkest of times. (click for more) From the heartbreak of losing his wife through serious illness to navigating the difficult road of single parenting and surviving fires, accidents, and his own serious health issues, Stewart has found hope in Christ even as he wrestles God over his doubts and fears. Formerly a Christian leader of several ministries in his country focusing on t...
Wayne Kuna tells his story of spending years as a top-flight toy designer-- until tragedy touched his life leading to a spiritual awakening. (Click for more) A workplace mass shooting caused a crisis in Wayne's life and he gave his life to Christ after years of inner struggle. Today, he is the founder of a workplace ministry called Work In the Light, helping people see their work as a God-honoring calling to serve Him and others. Wayne is the author of an excellent book titled Work In the Light,...
He's both a pastor and a president. Mark Jobe , President of the Moody Bible Institute, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his dual calling as both a pastor and the leader of a Bible College. (Click for more) Dr. Mark Jobe serves as Moody Bible Institute 's 10th president, taking office on Jan. 2, 2019. He and his wife, Dee, have been married 32 years and have three adult children, Marissa, Josiah, and Grant. The Jobes currently reside in Chicagoland area where they are active members of New Life C...
Jonathan Mortiz of the Far East Broadcasting Company talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life-long ministry which began in the Philippines. (click for more) Jonathan is an experienced ambassador for FEBC International, having served in various leadership roles across Southeast Asia, including broadcasting, and facilitating new ministry efforts. Currently, he serves as FEBC-USA’s liaison for international ministries while continuing to work with the leadership of FEBC's outreach to ethnic minorit...
Steve Schmidt of Love Packages talks with Wayne Shepherd and gives an update on the ministry of sending used Bible and books around the world. (Click for more) Steve, along with a small staff and an army of volunteers, ships tons of used Bibles and Christian literature to missionaries and Christian workers, schools, and churches where they are eagerly received. When you go to www.LovePackages.org , you can read testimonies of how God is using this unique ministry. You can also learn how to donat...
This is the longer version of the interview with Phil Reaser's testimony. (click for more) To contact Phil: philreaser@gmail.com VoiceOver: philreaservoice@gmail.com Website: reaservoice.com Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007 Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!...
Early in his radio career he was a "shock Jock"-- that is until he gave his life to Christ. Phil Reaser tells Wayne Shepherd how he came to faith in Jesus. (click for more) NOTE: In addition to this normal length of our interviews, you can also listen to the extended version of Phil's story above. A personal friend, Phil Reaser for many years served Christ in Christian radio and teaching. In this FIRST PERSON interview, you'll hear Phil's dramatic conversion story and how God has faithfully led ...
A former Marine helicopter pilot, Karl "KJ" Johnson talks with Wayne Shepherd about his personal faith story and calling to serve Christ. (click for more) Karl “KJ” Johnson , Lt.Col., USMC (Ret.) is the Director of the C.S. Lewis Institute in Chicago and oversees programs that foster the discipleship of heart and mind. He’s a C.S. Lewis Fellow with a Masters in Military Studies (Marine Corps University) and two Masters of Arts from Trinity Evangelical Divinity School (Philosophy of Religion and ...
Authors Alan C. Duncan and Anna Welch Introduce a new children's book, The Front Steps , based on a true story of a boy kept out of the library because of segregation. (click for more) Alan and Anna are both on the staff of The American Policy Roundtable, producers of the radio show The Public Square and other media projects. Published by Kids on the Square, There's more about the book, the true story behind it, and its authors at www.TheFrontStepsBook.com . Send your support for FIRST PERSON to...
Wayne Shepherd's guest is Dr. Joe Stowell to talk about his new book, This Light of Mine, Living Like Jesus in a Non-Jesus World . (click for more) Dr. Stowell has a distinguished career in higher education and church leadership. He has served as President of Moody Bible Institute and Cornerstone University and has pastored several Midwest churches. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting Company P.O. Box 6020...
The author of Discovering God Through the Arts , Terry Glaspey, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about the intersection of art and faith. (Click for more) Terry Glaspey is a writer, a teacher, a creative mentor, and someone who finds various forms of art—painting, films, novels, poetry, and music—to be some of the places where he most deeply connects with God. Dr. Glaspey teaches at Northwind Seminary and has a doctorate in spiritual formation from Northwind, as well as a master’s degree in ...
Dr. O.S. Hawkins joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about his book The Connection Code, a study of the Bible's book of Philemon and its focus on healthy relationships. (click for more) O. S. Hawkins, a native of Fort Worth, Texas, is Chancellor and Senior Professor of Pastoral Ministry and Evangelism at Southwestern Baptist Theological Seminary. He is the former pastor of the historic First Baptist Church in Dallas, Texas, and is President Emeritus of GuideStone Financial Resources, the world’...
Bria Blessing , a young, American woman, talks with Wayne Shepherd about her singing ministry, including many trips to Ukraine where she sings for Ukrainian troops and others. (click for more). Bria was born in America, but spent significant years in Lviv, Ukraine as a member of a missionary family where she developed a love for the country and its people. Her music is songs of joy & hope, and always point to the Source of all joy & hope, Jesus Christ. In 2014, Bria was an invited contes...
A Jewish believer in Jesus as Messiah, Larry Feldman, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about his life story and the Messianic congregation he leads in California. (click for more). Rabbi Larry, was raised in a Conservative Jewish home in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania . He came to faith in Yeshua, the Messiah, after receiving his B.A. in Psychology from Temple University in 1970, whereupon he felt the calling of God to prepare for service in full-time ministry. He attended the Moody Bible Instit...
What are you trusting God for in 2025? Wayne Shepherd talks with Dr. Bill Thrasher about how to approach the year ahead in expectation of what God will do in and through you. (click for more) Dr. Thrasher is is a graduate professor of Bible and theology at Moody Theological Seminary and is a frequent speaker for churches and retreats across the country. His ministry interests include campus discipleship, singles ministry, and evangelism. He is author of Believing God for His Best, A Journey to V...
While in Kyiv, Ukraine, Ed Cannon and Igor Sereda talk with Wayne Shepherd about FEBC's radio ministry in that war-torn country. (click for more). Ed is President of the Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC) and Igor is an on-air host for Radio M which is FEBC's Ukraine ministry. Radio M is heard on several radio stations throughout the country and also operates a counseling ministry, helping Ukrainians spiritually as they endure another winter of war. For more reports, listen for the podcast UNT...
For the final broadcast of 2024, Wayne Shepherd talks with musician Dennis Parker (click for more) about his powerful testimony of faith in Christ that rescued and saved his life. "I've never heard a more dramatic account of a man whose life was torn to pieces by alcoholism, drugs, and broken relationships-- until he turned his life over to Jesus Christ and was redeemed", says Wayne. Dennis is an extremely talented musician who often play in the band Kentucky Thunder with Ricky Skaggs as well as...
