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First Person with Wayne Shepherd

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Once a week 24 minute radio interviews focusing on personal Christian faith stories and spiritual calling. FIRST PERSON is produced by Wayne Shepherd Communications, LLC. 1717 Park St., Suite 300, Naperville, IL 60563. Email: Wayne@wayneshepherd.net

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  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…

  Jun 29, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 29, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 29, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 29, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 29, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 29, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 22, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Jun 15, 2012·23m
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  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…

  May 18, 2012·23m
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  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…

  Mar 16, 2012·23m
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  First Person: Mike Nawrocki

  Mike Nawrocki of Veggie Tales, the voice of Larry the Cucumber, talks about the early days of starting to animate talking vegetables and his continuing work…

  Feb 24, 2012·23m
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  First Person: Dr. John Whitcomb

  Dr. John Whitcomb, the co-author of the classic book, The Genesis Flood, talks to Wayne Shepherd about the 50+ year impact of that book as well as his life in…

  Jan 28, 2012·23m
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  First Person: George Thomas

  CBN New anchor George Thomas talks about his unique experiences growing up which have uniquely qualified him for his job as a TV journalist, reporting on the…

  Jan 19, 2012·23m
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  First Person: Chris Rice

  Chris Rice, Co-Director of The Center For Reconciliation at Duke Divinity School, talks with Wayne about the many lessons he learned by living in Mississippi…

  Jan 12, 2012·23m
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  First Person: Dr. Bob Bakke

  Dr. Bob Bakke talks with Wayne Shepherd about great prayer revivals of the past and what we can learn from them for our day. Send your support for FIRST PERSON…

  Jan 1, 2012·23m
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  First Person: Lehari Kaustel

  Lehari Kaustel, a young man from Estonia, tells the story of his family's Christian faith under Communism, and his dream for evangelizing Estonia in the coming…

  Dec 29, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Christmas Hymn Stories

  Instead of an interview at Christmastime, we present a few Christmas carols and the stories behind them. Merry Christmas! Send your support for FIRST PERSON to…

  Dec 22, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Nancy DeMoss

  The host of the radio program Revive Our Hearts, Nancy DeMoss, tells of her early life and the influence of her godly parents. Send your support for FIRST…

  Dec 16, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Dr. Bruce Steffes

  Medical Dr. Bruce Steffes explains how his success in practicing medicine led to nowhere but emptiness and depression, until Jesus Christ gave his a new…

  Dec 8, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Jacob and Florence DeShazer

  In an interview before his death, World War II veteran Jacob DeShazer tells his role as one of the Doolittle Raiders who was taken prisoner by the Japanese…

  Dec 1, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Bruce Sonnenberg

  Bruce Sonnenberg was at first reluctant to get involved, but God clearly led him to a ministry of helping HIV/AIDS victims. Learn about He Intends Victory…

  Nov 23, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Randy Alcorn

  Popular writer Randy Alcorn, the Founder of Eternal Perspective Ministries, talks to Wayne Shepherd about his life before and after becoming a writer, and his…

  Nov 17, 2011·23m
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  First Person: The Freedom Climb

  Several women who plan to climb Mt. Kilimanjaro in January 2012 talk to Wayne about The Freedom Climb, a project of Operation Mobilzation, bringing awareness…

  Nov 10, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Sergey Rakhuba

  Sergey Rakhuba, the President of Russian Ministries, comments on the 20th anniversary of the collapse of the Soviet Union. He also talks about ministry in the…

  Nov 3, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Bill and Gloria Gaither

  Bill and Gloria Gaither talk to Wayne Shepherd about how God lead them to each other, and then, together, write some of Gospel music's most beloved songs. Send…

  Oct 27, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Steve Sellers

  Recovering alcoholic Steve Sellers describes the devastating effects he and his family suffered because of his addiction, and cites the healing power of Christ…

  Oct 20, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Jim Van Yperen

  Jim Van Yperen of Metanoia Ministries talks to Wayne about issues of failure and forgiveness-- illustrated through a modern fable in his book The Good…

  Oct 13, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Carl Moeller

  Carl Moeller, President and CEO of Open Doors USA, talks to Wayne about his calling to bring attention to the plight of persecuted believers around the world…

  Oct 6, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Cast Members of Courageous the Movie

  Wayne interviews members of the cast and friends of the movie COURAGEOUS at a red carpet screening which took place in Atlanta, GA at the historic Fox Theatre…

  Sep 29, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Alex and Stephen Kendrick

  The two brothers, Alex and Stephen Kendrick, responsible for the movies FLYWHEEL,FACING THE GIANTS, FIREPROOF, and COURAGEOUS, talk about their movies and what…

  Sep 22, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Pastor Michael Catt

  Pastor and Executive Producer of the new COURAGEOUS movie, Michael Catt, talks about making movies at Sherwood Baptist in Albany, GA and tells a very personal…

  Sep 15, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Dr. George Guthrie

  Biblical scholar Dr. George Guthrie tells his faith story and his desire to help people read and better understand the Bible. Send your support for FIRST…

  Sep 8, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Sammy Tippit

  Evangelist Sammy Tippit tells of his bout with cancer and how it changed his life physically and spiritually. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far…

  Sep 2, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Robert Amaya

  Actor Robert Amaya, who plays the role of Javier in the new movie COURAGEOUS, tells his life story and decison to become an actor. Send your support for FIRST…

  Aug 25, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Warren Wiersbe

  Long time pastor, author, and teacher Dr. Warren Wiersbe talks about his life of ministry, starting with his career as a magician. Send your support for FIRST…

  Aug 18, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Philip DeCourcy

  Now the pastor of a church in S. California and speaker on Know the Truth radio, Philip tells his story of growing up in Ireland and serving as a police…

  Aug 11, 2011·23m
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  First Person: David and Nancy Guthrie

  David and Nancy Guthrie – These parents watched helplessly as two beloved infants died of Zellweger Syndrome. They talk to Wayne about how God has used their…

  Aug 4, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Jim McBride

  Jim McBride tells about growing up in a carnival family and giving his life to Christ as adult businessman. With his new book RITE OF PASSAGE, Jim encourages…

  Jul 28, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Odessa Settles

  A personal conversation with Nashville's Odessa Settles about her life and music. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC…

  Jul 21, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Odessa Settles extended conversation

  Following the radio interview, Wayne and Odessa kept on talking. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company: FEBC National…

  Jul 21, 2011·7m
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  First Person: Cristian Barbosu

  Now the pastor of a growing ministry in Romania, Cristian Barbosu talks about growing up under a dictator's rule and deciding at a young age to follow Christ…

  Jul 14, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Cristian Barbosu extended conversation

  Following the radio conversation, Cristian talks more about the amazing story of Metanoia Church in Arad, Romania. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the…

  Jul 14, 2011·5m
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  First Person: Michael Card

  Singer, songwriter, and author Mike Card sits down for a conversation about discipleship and the use of biblical imagination. Send your support for FIRST…

  Jul 7, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Rob Walgate

  Starting as a teenager, Rob Walgate fell prey to a gambling addiction that threatened to destroy his life. Once he met Jesus Christ, his life has seen a…

  Jul 1, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Senate Chaplain 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…

  Jul 1, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Rob Walgate extended conversation

  This is the rest of the conversation with Rob which we didn't have time for on the radio. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting…

  Jun 23, 2011·5m
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  First Person: Wess Stafford

  The President of Compassion International, Wess Stafford, tells a very personal and painful story of childhood abuse and subsequent forgiveness, freeing him to…

  Jun 16, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Ben and Melody Pahlow

  Husband and wife, Ben and Melody, explain the powerful call of God on their lives to return to Africa and help churches and communities with the issues of…

  Jun 9, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Christopher and Angela Yuan

  Mother and son, Angela and Christopher Yuan, tell the story of Christopher's wandering years into homosexuality and drugs, while a mother prayed for her…

  Jun 1, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Shelley Welch

  Shelley Welch, Project Manager for Awana's Children-At-Risk Initiative, talks about her call to work with children. It began with short term mission…

  May 26, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Timothy Botts

  Artist Tim Botts explains his calling, his unique art, and his strong desire to mentor young artists. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East…

  May 19, 2011·23m
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  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…

  May 12, 2011·23m
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  First Person: CIndi Ferrini

  The mother of a son with cerebral palsy and other special needs, Cindi Ferrini tells of her family's "Unexpected Journey". Send your support for FIRST PERSON…

  Apr 28, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Dr. Erwin Lutzer

  Author 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…

  Apr 21, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Ron Block

  Ron Block is best known as the banjo/guitar player with Alison Krauss and Union Station, but he is also a songwriter, a vocalist, and a brother in Christ. Send…

  Apr 14, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Bethany Hamilton

  Surfing champion Bethany Hamilton talks about the movie SOUL SURFER which tells her life story and gives God the glory. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to…

  Mar 31, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Eric Metaxas

  Author and speaker Eric Metaxas, whose biography of Dietrich Bonheffer has been widely praised, tells his own life story. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to…

  Mar 24, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Makoto Fujimura

  Renowned artist Makoto Fujimura discusses the link between his Christian faith and his creative work. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East…

  Mar 17, 2011·23m
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  First Person: Dr. Charles McGowen

  A medical doctor, Dr. Chuck McGowen tells his life story of coming to faith after his own wife became desperately ill. Send your support for FIRST PERSON to…

  Mar 11, 2011·23m
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  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…

  Mar 11, 2011·23m