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6/22/2012

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.
6/14/2012

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".
5/18/2012

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.
2/24/2012

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 today with Big Idea Entertainment.
1/19/2012

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 Church around the world.
10/27/2011

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.
10/20/2011

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 which made all the difference in his life.
10/6/2011

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.
9/29/2011

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.
9/22/2011

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 compels them to make them.
9/15/2011

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 story.
9/8/2011

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.
9/2/2011

First Person: Sammy Tippit

Evangelist Sammy Tippit tells of his bout with cancer and how it changed his life physically and spiritually.
8/25/2011

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.
8/18/2011

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.
8/11/2011

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 officer in N. Ireland.
8/4/2011

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 grief to reach out to other hurting parents through Respite Retreats.
7/28/2011

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 fathers to be intentional about giving a blessing to their children.
7/21/2011

First Person: Odessa Settles extended conversation

Following the radio interview, Wayne and Odessa kept on talking.
7/21/2011

First Person: Odessa Settles

A personal conversation with Nashville's Odessa Settles about her life and music.
7/14/2011

First Person: Cristian Barbosu extended conversation

Following the radio conversation, Cristian talks more about the amazing story of Metanoia Church in Arad, Romania.
7/14/2011

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 regardless of the persecution.
7/7/2011

First Person: Michael Card

Singer, songwriter, and author Mike Card sits down for a conversation about discipleship and the use of biblical imagination.
7/1/2011

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 perspective about the blessing of adversity.
6/23/2011

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.
6/23/2011

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 dramatic turnaround. Rob now works with The American Policy Roundtable to halt the expansion of gambling.
6/16/2011

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 be an advocate for children.
6/9/2011

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 health care, education, housing, and micro enterprise.
6/1/2011

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 deliverance, then the deliverance of her son.
5/26/2011

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 assignments and a 3 year ministry to street children in Kenya.
5/19/2011

First Person: Timothy Botts

Artist Tim Botts explains his calling, his unique art, and his strong desire to mentor young artists.
5/12/2011

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.
5/12/2011

First Person: Ralph Borde

Ralph Borde leads As Our Own, a Christ-based, community-driven movement in India that rescues vulnerable children from certain enslavement and exploitation, caring for them "as our own".
5/5/2011

First Person: Ralph Borde - extended conversation

Following the broadcast interview on First Person, Ralph Borde continued talking to Wayne Shepherd about the ministry of As Our Own in India.
4/28/2011

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".
4/21/2011

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.
4/14/2011

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.
4/7/2011

First Person: Ravi Zacharias

Dr. Ravi Zacharias tells of his early life growing up in India, attempting suicide as a teenager, and ultimately finding his life's purpose and meaning through personal surrender to Jesus Christ.
3/31/2011

First Person: Bethany Hamilton

Surfing champion Bethany Hamilton talks about the movie SOUL SURFER which tells her life story and gives God the glory.
3/24/2011

First Person: Eric Metaxas

Author and speaker Eric Metaxas, whose biography of Dietrich Bonheffer has been widely praised, tells his own life story.
3/17/2011

First Person: Makoto Fujimura

Renowned artist Makoto Fujimura discusses the link between his Christian faith and his creative work.
3/11/2011

First Person: Dmaris Carbaugh

Vocalist Dmaris Carbaugh tells her life story of coming to faith in Jesus Christ and using music as a means of proclaiming the Gospel.
2/17/2011

First Person: Michael Joiner

In the new movie, The Grace Card, Michael Joiner plays the role of police officer Mac McDonald, who is experiencing deep emotional pain and suffering that only the grace of God can heal.
2/10/2011

First Person: Dave Zanotti

Called to the mission field of American public policy, Dave Zanotti of The American Policy Roundtable tells his life story.
2/3/2011

First Person: Tony Dungy - extended conversation

Picking up where the radio conversation ended, Tony Dungy speaks from experience in calling people to become mentor leaders.
2/3/2011

First Person: Tony Dungy

Former NFL coach Tony Dungy encourages people from all walks of life to step up and become mentor leaders.
2/3/2011

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.
1/20/2011

First Person: Ron DiCianni - extended conversation

This segment picks up the conversation with Ron DiCianni where we left off at the end of the radio show.
1/20/2011

First Person: Ron DiCianni

Artist Ron DiCianni tells his story of coming to Christ in faith and how that decision has shaped his life and calling as an artist.
1/14/2011

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.

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This show will give listeners an opportunity to hear testimonies firsthand, learning how God works through people to build His Kingdom.

First Person

Recent Shows

First Person: Craig and Gina Morgan

First Person: Andrew Palau

First Person: Eric Metaxas

First Person: Mike Nawrocki

First Person: George Thomas

First Person: Bill and Gloria Gaither

First Person: Steve Sellers

First Person: Carl Moeller

First Person: Cast Members of Courageous the Movie

First Person: Alex and Stephen Kendrick

First Person: Pastor Michael Catt

First Person: Dr. George Guthrie

First Person: Sammy Tippit

First Person: Robert Amaya

First Person: Warren Wiersbe

First Person: Philip DeCourcy

First Person: David and Nancy Guthrie

First Person: Jim McBride

First Person: Odessa Settles extended conversation

First Person: Odessa Settles

First Person: Cristian Barbosu extended conversation

First Person: Cristian Barbosu

First Person: Michael Card

First Person: Senate Chaplain Barry Black

First Person: Rob Walgate extended conversation

First Person: Rob Walgate

First Person: Wess Stafford

First Person: Ben and Melody Pahlow

First Person: Christopher and Angela Yuan

First Person: Shelley Welch

First Person: Timothy Botts

First Person: Charles Morris

First Person: Ralph Borde

First Person: Ralph Borde - extended conversation

First Person: CIndi Ferrini

First Person: Dr. Erwin Lutzer

First Person: Ron Block

First Person: Ravi Zacharias

First Person: Bethany Hamilton

First Person: Eric Metaxas

First Person: Makoto Fujimura

First Person: Dmaris Carbaugh

First Person: Michael Joiner

First Person: Dave Zanotti

First Person: Tony Dungy - extended conversation

First Person: Tony Dungy

First Person: Jerry Wiles

First Person: Ron DiCianni - extended conversation

First Person: Ron DiCianni

First Person: Tani and Eftali Baraku

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