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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: John Wallace

Former Mormon John Wallace talks with Wayne Shepherd about his personal walk of faith that eventually caused him to accept God's all-sufficient grace made possible by what Christ did for us on the cross and reject the teachings of the Latter-day Saints. 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 10, 201424 min

First Person: US Senate Chaplain Barry Black

Retired Admiral and current Chaplain of the U.S. Senate, Barry Black, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life story and spiritual responsibilities in Washington D.C. 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, 201424 min

First Person: Tani and Efti Baraku

A young Albanian husband and wife, Tani and Efti Baraku, tell Wayne Shepherd their story of proclaiming the Gospel in Albania through Radio Emanuel. 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 26, 201424 min

First Person: Mark Gregston

The host of radio's PARENTING TODAY'S TEENS, Mark Gregston, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his ministry to troubled teens and their parents and how God prepared him through his life for the assignment. 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 20, 201424 min

First Person: Juan Ortiz

His father did everything wrong in neglecting and abusing his children, but despite the hardship that created, Juan Ortiz today describes his life as a living miracle of God's grace and mercy-- largely because of how God changed his father's heart. Juan talks with Wayne Shepherd about what's he's learned about forgiveness and reconciliation. 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 ...

Jun 12, 201424 min

First Person: Batjargal Tuvshintengel

Wayne Shepherd talks with a young, Christian leader in the country of Mongolia. Batjargal Tuvshintengel is the Director Far East Broadcasting Company's radio station in Mongolia, Radio Wind, reaching his country with Christian radio and helping the church to grow. 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 05, 201424 min

First Person: Trillia Newbell

Writer Trillia Newbell talks with Wayne Shepherd about the theme of God's vision for diversity in the church. As her own life story illustrates, even though progress has been made, we have yet to achieve true, gospel unity. 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 29, 201424 min

First Person: Edgar Harrell

During WW II, after delivering the atomic bombs to an airbase in the Pacific, The USS Indianapolis was sunk by a Japanese submarine. Edgar Harrell, who survived nearly 5 days in the ocean watching other men die from dehydration and shark attacks, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his ordeal. 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 gi...

May 22, 201424 min

First Person: Ric McClary

As a teenager in the 1960's, Ric McClary was typical of many troubled teens using drugs to escape his troubles and searching for peace. Ric talks with Wayne Shepherd about the peace he found through unexpected circumstances. 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 15, 201424 min

First Person: Report from Cuba

A veteran Canadian missionary who has made over 100 trips to Cuba, talks with Wayne Shepherd about the growing church in Cuba and his observations about the spiritual needs. 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 08, 201424 min

First Person: Sue Detweiler

Speaker and Bible teacher Sue Detweiler, the author of 9 Traits of a Life-Giving Mom, talks with Wayne Shepherd about the fire that destroyed their home and the lessons she learned as a young mother from that experience and others-- lessons of joy and peace she now wants other mothers to understand. 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 w...

May 02, 201424 min

First Person: Dan Andrew Cura

The President and Managing Director of Far East Broadcasting Company in the Philippines, Dan Andrew Cura, talks with Wayne Shepherd about FEBC's ministry, especially the vital role played in setting up a local broadcast station immediately following Typhoon Haiyan in late 2013. 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 yo...

Apr 24, 201424 min

First Person: Nabeel Qureshi

Recent guest Nabeel Qureshi, a Christian apologist who converted from Islam, returns to talk with Wayne Shepherd about the evidence for the truth of the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Nabeel is the author of SEEKING ALLAH, FINDING JESUS. 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!...

Apr 17, 201424 min

First Person: Michael Card

In a conversation in his Franklin, TN studio, singer/songwriter/bible teacher Michael Card talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life and ministry today. 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!...

Apr 10, 201424 min

First Person: The Barrick Family

All four members of the Barrick family sustained life-threatening injuries when their car was crushed by a drunk driver on their way home from church. Talking with Wayne Shepherd, they tell of the ordeal, but also of the many miracles of God's grace and healing that continue to this day. 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...

Apr 03, 201424 min

First Person: Bobb Biehl

Author and Executive Mentor Bobb Biehl, the Founder of Masterplanning Group International, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life journey and shares what he has learned about both personal and organizational development. 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 27, 201424 min

First Person: Doug Pennoyer

Anthropologist Dr. Doug Pennoyer of Biola University talks with Wayne Shepherd about his early life as a missionary kid growing up among a tribal group in the Philippines, and his chosen career preparing modern day missionaries through the study of anthropology. 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 20, 201424 min

First Person: Nabeel Qureshi

Formerly a devout Muslim, Nabeel Qureshi, the author of SEEKING ALLAH, FINDING JESUS, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his encounter with the claims of Christianity and ultimately his decision to place his faith in 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!...

Mar 13, 201424 min

First Person: Warren Wiersbe

Beloved pastor and author Dr. Warren Wiersbe joins Wayne Shepherd to talk about his 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!...

Mar 06, 201424 min

First Person: Ken Turner

Ken Turner talks with Wayne Shepherd about his ministry to the fatherless and high-risk youth. 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!...

Feb 27, 201424 min

First Person: Ron Harris

Ron Harris of MediaAlliance International tells Wayne Shepherd of his ministry to train, assist, connect, consult, mentor, and encourage Christian broadcasters in many parts of 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!...

Feb 20, 201424 min

First Person: Mary Frances Bowley

Mary Frances Bowley talks with Wayne Shepherd about WellSpring Living whose mission is to confront the issue of childhood sexual abuse and exploitation through awareness, training, and treatment programs for women and girls. 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!...

Feb 13, 201424 min

First Person: Bruce Smith

Dr. Bruce Smith, President and CEO of Wycliffe Associates, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his life's ministry of reaching as many people as possible with the Gospel through Bible translation. 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!...

Jan 30, 201424 min

First Person: Camille Melki

Camille Melki of Heart for Lebanon talks with Wayne Shepherd about his background and love for his country and the ministry challenge of serving Syrian refugees 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!...

Jan 23, 201424 min

First Person: Jim Janz

Canadian businessman Jim Janz explains to Wayne Shepherd his desire for people from all walks of life to experience finding a meaningful, fulfilling destiny for their lives. 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!...

Jan 16, 201424 min

First Person: Ed Stetzer

The President of Lifeway Research, Ed Stetzer, who is also a contributing editor at Christianity Today, talks with Wayne Shepherd about his personal story and commitment to serving the Evangelical church. 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!...

Jan 09, 201424 min

First Person: Malcolm Gladwell

Journalist and author Malcolm Gladwell talks with Wayne Shepherd about his latest book DAVID AND GOLIATH, Underdogs, Misfits, and the Art of Battling Giants. 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!...

Jan 02, 201424 min

First Person: Best of 2013

For the final program of 2013, Wayne Shepherd has chosen a few of the many interview highlights of the past year. Clips include Keith and Kristyn Getty, Rich Stearns, Cathey Anderson, Papa Joe Bradford, Buddy Greene, and Alistair McGrath. 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!...

Jan 02, 201424 min

First Person: Liz Curtis Higgs

Author and speaker Liz Curtis Higgs talks with Wayne Shepherd about her latest book, The Women of Christmas. 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!...

Dec 27, 201324 min

First Person: FEBC Report From S. Korea

A group of U.S. broadcasters, who traveled to South Korea for the dedication of a new building to be used by the Far East Broadcasting Company, talk about the experience and what they observed about FEBC's ministry in Northwest Asia. Guests include Ed Cannon, Rich Bott, and Bill Blount. 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....

Dec 12, 201324 min
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