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First Person with Wayne Shepherd

Once a week 24 minute interviews focusing on personal Christian faith stories and spiritual calling. Email the host:  Wayne@wayneshepherd.net

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First Person: Levi Benkert

California Businessman Levi Benkert tells Wayne of his family's decision to leave a comfortable lifestyle and move to Ethiopia to help create new families from among the widows and orphans. 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!...

Sep 13, 201224 min

First Person: Gail McWilliams

Gail McWilliams tells Wayne Shepherd that when medical reports threatened her eyesight if she had children, she chose to trust God with the outcome. 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!...

Sep 07, 201224 min

First Person: Makoto Fujimura

Renowned artist Makoto Fujimura discusses with Wayne Shepherd the link between his Christian faith and his creative work. 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!...

Aug 30, 201224 min

First Person: Dámaris Carbaugh

Vocalist Dámaris Carbaugh tells her life story of coming to faith in Jesus Christ and using music as a means of proclaiming the Gospel. 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!...

Aug 23, 201224 min

First Person: Dr. Warren Wiersbe

Long time pastor, author, and teacher Dr. Warren Wiersbe talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life of ministry, starting with his career as a magician. 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!...

Aug 16, 201224 min

First Person: Steve Siler

The Founder of Music for the Soul, Steve Siler talks to Wayne Shepherd about his coming to faith in Christ and the change that brought to his life and music. 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!...

Aug 10, 201224 min

First Person: Jerry Wiles

Jerry Wiles says the Gospel came to us on its way to someone else and we need to be faithful in telling others the Good News. 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!...

Aug 10, 201224 min

First Person: Ron DiCianni

Artist Ron DiCianni talks to Wayne Shepherd about his own story of faith in God and his passion to promote the arts as part of our Christian witness. 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!...

Aug 02, 201224 min

First Person: Tani and Eftali Baraku

Tani and Eftali Baraku, a young Albanian couple who lead the ministry of Radio Emanuel, tell their story of proclaiming the Gospel in Albania. 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!...

Jul 26, 201224 min

First Person: Mark Gregston

Host of the radio program PARENTING TODAY'S TEENS, Mark Gregston looks back on his life and sees how God has prepared him for helping troubled teens and their families. 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!...

Jul 19, 201224 min

First Person: Jerel Law

During her illness and since her death, author Jerel Law has been not only writing books, but keeping a blog describing the experience of the death his wife, Susan. Jerel talks to Wayne Shepherd about Susan's life and death, and raising children without their mother. 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!...

Jul 12, 201224 min

First Person: Dr. Michael Cooper

Dr. Michael Cooper of The Timothy Center for Sustainable Transformation talks to Wayne Shepherd about the mission of his organization which seeks to involve Christians in living out their faith through the care of the marginalized in the world. 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!...

Jul 05, 201224 min

First Person: Michael Card and Scott Roley

Michael Card and Scott Roley join Wayne Shepherd this week to discuss biblical friendship and what they have learned through their 30 year of following Christ together as close friends. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Charles Morris

The host of Haven Today on radio, Charles Morris, tells of his backround as a journalist, his story of faith in Christ, and the tragic death of his son. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Currey Womack

Currey Womack of the Nashville Rescue Mission talks with Wayne Shepherd about the challenge and joy of helping the men and women who come through the doors of the mission everyday. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Dr. John Koessler

Dr. John Koessler, Chair and Professor of Pastoral Studies at Moody Bible Institute, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his journey to faith in Christ as told in his book, Stranger In the House of God. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Jon and Andrew Erwin

Jon and Andrew Erwin, the makers of the new movie, OCTOBER BABY, join Wayne Shepherd in the first half of this week's show. Then, the second half features cast members Shari Rigby and Jason Burky along with the woman whose story of surviving an abortion inspired this movie, Gianna Jessen. 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 giv...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Erwin Lutzer

Author, radio host, and Pastor of Moody Church in Chicago, Erwin Lutzer tells his early life story and his subsequent call to the ministry. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Scott Roley

Scott Roley talks to Wayne Shepherd about his passion for community development, helping those in need in the name of Christ. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Marta Greenman

Marta Greenman was sexually abused as a child which set her on a path of seeking inappropriate love as an adult. This week on FIRST PERSON, Marta tells her story of finding freedom from guilt and forgiveness of her sin when she dramatically gave her life to Christ. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Steve Camp

Steven Camp, Executive Producer of the upcoming movie, Brother's Keeper, talks to Wayne Shepherd about his calling to produce this movie. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Joey and Rory Feek

Country/Western duo and songwriters Joey and Rory Feek visit with Wayne Shepherd on their Tennessee farm. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Dan Hanson and Jack Smart

Dan Hanson returned home from the war in Iraq and turned to alcohol to ease his emotional pain. Dan and Jack Smart, President of Teen Challenge USA, tell Dan's story of spiritual healing through an encounter with Jesus Christ. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Retired Navy Admiral Barry Black

Retired Navy Admiral Barry Black, Chaplain of the U.S. Senate, who grew up in poverty, talks about his role as a pastor on Capitol Hill and gives his perspective about the blessing of adversity. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Mark Hamby

Mark Hamby of Lamplighter Theatre and Guild talks to Wayne Shepherd about his dramatic conversion experience and his love for Christian classic literature, even though he didn't like to read as a child. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Laura Story

Singer, songwriter, and worship leader Laura Story, the author of the multiple award winning song Blessings, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about her life and ministry. 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!...

Jun 29, 201224 min

First Person: Craig and Gina Morgan

Craig and Gina Morgan join Wayne Shepherd to discuss their ministry, BLENDED TOGETHER FOREVER, offering hope and help to parents raising step children. 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!...

Jun 22, 201224 min

First Person: Andrew Palau

Andrew Palau, son of evangelist Luis Palau, tells Wayne Shepherd his life story which is now also a book, "The Secret LIfe of a Fool". 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!...

Jun 15, 201224 min

First Person: Eric Metaxas

Author and speaker Eric Metaxas talks to Wayne about his experience in giving the keynote address at the 2012 Presidential Prayer Breakfast, and pays tribute to the late Chuck Colson. 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!...

May 18, 201224 min

First Person: John Sittema

The President of WorldServe Ministries, John Sittema, talks to Wayne Shepherd about his battle with leukemia and the spiritual lessons he learned from that difficult time in his life. 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!...

Mar 16, 201224 min
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