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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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Dustin Garrett once found himself in a jail cell considering suicide when a grandmother's witness broke through and he cried out to Jesus. He tells his story to Wayne Shepherd.  (click for more...)         

Dustin grew up in the Chicago suburbs in a... more

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Ben Olsen was a professional actor when God called him into a helps profession and now he serves as a leader of the Global Center for Coaching.  (click for more...) 

Website:  www.GlobalCenterforCoaching.org

Ben Olsen shares how he grew up in a fai... more

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Dr. Bill Thrasher joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation remembering those who have given their lives in the service of their country and thanking God for the sacrifice of Jesus on our behalf. (click for more...)

Website:  www.VictoriousPraying.org

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Born in China and a computer engineer by training, Luke Cheng talks about his ministry with the Far East Broadcasting Company of using technology to reach people for Christ. (click for more...)

Website:  www.FEBC.org/China

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Jonathan Hallsted of Health Bridge Global talks with Wayne Shepherd about the ministry of healthcare as a bridge to the Gospel in closed countries and cultures. (click for more...)

Website:  www.healthbridgeglobal.org

Jonathan Hallsted is the found... more

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The new President of Joni and Friends, Shawn Thornton, joins Wayne Shepherd to discuss bringing Gospel hope to people with disabilities around the world. (click for more)

Website:  joniandfriends.org

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He was born and raise in Mongolia, became a Christian, and witnessed the birth of the church in his country. Batjargal Tuvshintsengel joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation. (click for more...)

Website:  www.febc.org/where-we-work/mongolia/

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Sean Kerr, the motorcycle enthusiast of YouTube's Bike and Beards, invited Wayne Shepherd to his shop for a conversation about his life and testimony.  (click for more...) 

YouTube:  www.youtube.com/@BikesandBeards

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Bill Thrasher
Professor of Bible and ministry veteran, Moody Bible Institute
Moody Bible Institute
Episode: Bill Thraher
Luke Cheng
Executive Director of Chinese Ministries at FEBC
Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC)
Episode: Luke Cheng
John Hallstead Hallsted
Founder and president of Health Bridge Global, focused on gospel-centered healthcare missions
Health Bridge Global
Episode: Jonathan Hallsted
Shawn Thornton
President and Chief Ministry Officer at Joni and Friends
Joni and Friends
Episode: Shawn Thornton
Batjargal Tuvshintsengel
VP of Ministry Support with FEBC USA, Mongolian FEBC leader
Far East Broadcasting Company (FEBC)
Episode: Batjargal Tuvshintsengel
Sean Kerr
YouTuber behind Bikes and Beards, motorcycle reviewer integrating faith moments into videos
Bikes and Beards (YouTube channel)
Episode: Sean Kerr
Joe Ferrini
Retired dentist, father of a special needs son
The Special Needs Parent (author)
Episode: Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Cindi Ferrini
Caregiver and advocate, wife of Joe
The Special Needs Parent (co-author)
Episode: Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Matt Davis
President and Chief Pastoral Officer at Ministry Transitions
Ministry Transitions
Episode: Matt Davis

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Wayne Shepherd
Host of the show, emphasising thoughtful conversations around personal faith stories and spiritual calling.

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Sean Kerr
Q: What drives Sean's motivation beyond views and subscribers?
A strong belief that his work should serve the kingdom, paired with personal faith and a mentor-driven focus, keeps him grounded and oriented toward purpose rather than mere popularity.
Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Q: What advice would you give churches looking to support families with special needs children?
Churches should understand caregiving as a lifetime commitment and create ongoing support structures for both children and parents, extending care beyond the family to the wider church community.
Dr. Joe and Cindi Ferrini
Q: How has Joey's condition affected your marriage over the years?
They describe ups and downs but emphasize that embracing the place has drawn them closer and forged a shared mission in caregiving and ministry.
Sammy Tippit
Q: Take us to Scripture, Sammy. What's on your heart? What's the Lord been teaching you personally these last few days and years?
Over the last few years, the focus has been on 2 Timothy 2:2 and the concept of spiritual multiplication through discipleship, learning to balance evangelism with discipleship, and developing a platform to train new believers across borders and languages, which has expanded to nearly 1,000 leaders and beyond.
Josh Moody
Q: When did you fall in love with the Word of God?
After a mission trip as a college student where I expressed to the Lord my need for a deeper connection, leading to a powerful encounter with scripture.

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This program features in-depth conversations with people sharing personal faith journeys, spiritual calling, and how Christian belief shapes daily life. Episodes center on intimate storytelling—from pastors and missionaries to authors and nonprofit leaders—exploring biblical engagement, discipleship, and mission work in contemporary contexts. A standout trait is its consistent emphasis on authentic, lived faith stories, often tied to service, mentorship, and community impact, yielding practical insights for listeners seeking inspiration, mentorship, and spiritual growth.

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2. Luke Cheng
3. John Hallstead Hallsted
4. Shawn Thornton
5. Batjargal Tuvshintsengel
6. Sean Kerr
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8. Cindi Ferrini

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