Adam Waters is a living testimony that God can rescue and redeem a life headed for self-destruction. He tells his story to Wayne Shepherd. Now lead pastor of Grace Bible Church in Elmhurst, IL, Adam was once a kid who didn't believe in God. He became a father as a teenager, was released from the military for abusing drugs, and arrested for crime before surrendering his life to Jesus Christ.
First Person with Wayne Shepherd is a weekly radio program created out of a simple desire to pass along the stories of people who have found their purpose and calling in life through faith in Jesus Christ. These interviews provide listeners with an opportunity to hear personal testimonies and learn how God works through people to build His Kingdom.
First Person with Wayne Shepherd is a weekly radio program created out of a simple desire to pass along the stories of people who have found their purpose and calling in life through faith in Jesus Christ. These interviews provide listeners with an opportunity to hear personal testimonies and learn how God works through people to build His Kingdom.
Wayne Shepherd reads excerpts from Serving God and Country, United States Military Chaplains in World War II. (click for more) In World War II, over 12, 000 Protestant ministers, Catholic priests, and Jewish rabbis left the safety of home to join the Chaplain Corps, following the armed forces into battle across Europe, Asia, North Africa, and the high seas. With author Lyle Dorsett's permission, this week we feature selected readings from this book. These are the personal stories of some of the bravest and most selfless men who served with the armed forces. Many lost their lives or suffered debilitating wounds while serving as pastors to the troops. For more information about Dorsett's book, click here. NEXT WEEK: Matthew Wolak
Dannah Gresh, author of Lies Girls Believe, talks with Wayne Shepherd about equipping girls with biblical truth to counteract cultural lies. Dannah Gresh is the bestselling author, speaker, and founder of True Girl, America's most popular Christian tween event. She has authored dozens of books and Bible studies that have been translated into many languages, including the classic And the Bride Wore White and Lies Girls Believe. Her resources have equipped over two million moms and leaders as they seek to raise their girls in confidence and Truth. Dannah is the cohost of Nancy DeMoss Wolgemuth's Revive Our Hearts. She has appeared on CNN, Fox News, and the TEDx stage. She lives on a hobby farm in State College, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Bob.
The President and CEO of Hope Rises, Bill Simmons, talk with Wayne Shepherd about his ministry and spiritual practices for organizations. Formerly known as American Leprosy Missions and recently renamed Hope Rises, the ministry Bill leads continues to restore the dignity and health of those suffering from neglected diseases. Based on his experience leading Christian boards and organizations, Bill is the author of The Way of Interruption; Spiritual Practice for Organizational Life.
Andy Coleman, President of the Christian Emergency Alliance, talks with Wayne Shepherd about providing assistance to persecute Christians.
At this Easter-time, Michael Card, known for his Bible-centered music and teaching, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about Jesus. As we celebrate the bodily resurrection of Jesus Christ from the grave, Michael will talk about the details of the life of our Lord leading up to his death and resurrection. Michael is currently in a deep study of the life of Jesus, preparing a book. For many years Michael and Wayne hosted a radio show/podcast called IN THE STUDIO combining conversational Bible study, interviews, and music.