First Person With Wayne Shepherd

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

As a young man, Abraham Sarker was sent to America by his parents as a missionary for Islam. Dr. Sarker talks with Wayne Shepherd about his conversion to Christianity and his passion to proclaim the gospel to the Muslim world.

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

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

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.

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

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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