Podcast appearances and mentions of wayne shepherd

How does the story of the loaves and the fishes apply to our work in public policy? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Deep Questions The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026

What happens when we accept Jesus' invitation to participate in the supernatural? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Deep Questions The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026

What is the one miracle other than the resurrection that appears in all four gospels? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Deep Questions The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Monday, February 23, 2026

Will there be cavemen in the future? Can you imagine a time when people will enter caves to escape the judgment of God? Dr. John Whitcomb described this scene from Isaiah 2, and we replay that classic message on this week's edition of "Encounter God's Truth." We are in the midst of a three-week overview of Bible prophecy, and today's message is one that we desperately need to hear. After the message, host Wayne Shepherd asked Dr. Whitcomb to advise listeners who might be wondering how to prepare for this coming time of tribulation. Thanks for listening to this important prophetic message from "Encounter God's Truth," where we believe and teach that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end! We hope that you will share what you have learned with a friend.

Some may be asking "Do you really think you can make a difference in national policy issues?" or saying "Maybe this issue is just too big for you." These thoughts may be true but what about the loaves and fishes? Join us today as we have a Sunday school style episode reminding us of this miracle and the miracles we have been a part of in the world of school choice.  Take a listen on  today's episode of The Public Square® and please tell a friend.   Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 20th, 2026

Can we do something to help those immigrants who have been living "in the shadows" adopt a pathway to lawful residence? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, February 20, 2026

When we talk about all people being made in the image of God, do we really believe that? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, February 19, 2026

Pastor Josh Moody of College Church in Wheaton, IL talks with Wayne Shepherd about his love of Scripture and how to make it a regular part of life.    (click for more...)Website:  www.GodCenteredLife.orgIn this First Person conversation, Pastor Josh Moody, senior pastor of College Church in Wheaton, Illinois, reflects on his journey from England to pastoral ministry in the U.S., his deep appreciation for Jonathan Edwards, and his passion for helping believers engage Scripture as the living Word of God. Moody recounts formative influences from his parents' example, a transformative mission trip that awakened his love for the Bible, and his conviction that daily dependence on God's Word is essential for spiritual life and perseverance. He discusses his book Bible Verses Every Christian Should Know as an accessible, interactive guide meant to draw readers into Scripture without guilt or pressure, emphasizing that faith, growth, and evangelism ultimately flow from hearing and responding to God's Word.                                            NEXT WEEK:  Greg WheatleySend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

Do the teachings of Jesus apply to how we treat one another in regard to citizenship? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, February 18, 2026

If you got a handful of people around a table with enough coffee and donuts, could they eventually solve the immigration crisis? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Tuesday, February 17, 2026

Why are we doing a series of broadcasts on how a new immigration reform bill would become law? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Monday, February 16, 2026

We begin a three-week series covering an overview of Biblical prophecy this week on "Encounter God's Truth," from Bible teacher and author Dr. John Whitcomb. Dr. Whitcomb presented a survey of God's plan for the events that will occur in the future—and how we are to prepare for them. In this message, he focused on some of the warnings given to Israel by the Prophet Isaiah in the early chapters of his amazing Old Testament book. Following our teaching segment, host Wayne Shepherd asked Dr. Whitcomb to explain how we can get the most out of the Old Testament prophets as we read and study them for ourselves. Since God's Word is true from the beginning to the end, we have so much to draw from and teach here on "Encounter God's Truth." Thanks for joining us today for this important lesson. Please share it with a friend!

Here we go. The donuts are on the table and the coffee is hot. We attempt to solve the immigration problem in America in just one hour. Spoiler alert...it may take two hours. Please tune in on whatever device works best and listen to people trying to find real answers to real questions on immigration in America on The Public Square®.  Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 13th, 2026

Is it possible that this moment of high emotion over the issue of immigration could result in "we the people" doing something about it rather than simply leaving it to Congress? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, February 13, 2026

The "politics of protest" are a part of American cultural tradition, but how do we determine whether or not a protest has the right motivations? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026

What problem arrives between coming up with a solution to the immigration problem on paper and actually enforcing it? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026

Why aren't we taking a partisan approach when discussing the issue of immigration? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Tuesday, February 10, 2026

What does Jesus teach us about justice, mercy, and the rule of law - all things that have to do with immigration policy? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Monday, February 9, 2026

Bible scholar Dr. John Whitcomb concludes his study called "Steering Clear of Shipwreck"—this week on "Encounter God's Truth." With assistance from host Wayne Shepherd, we present this unique address to increase your confidence that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end. Speaking before a group of pastors and church leaders, Dr. Whitcomb weaves together principles from a number of texts of Scripture as he confronts us with this probing question: "How is your conscience before God?" Our speaker instructs us as to how we should go about fulfilling our Lord's Great Commission to reach the entire world with the complete message that He has left us in His all-sufficient Word. We also learn about the personal qualifications needed for anyone who would strive to be part of this endeavor. Whitcomb Ministries invites you to share this faith-building program with all who will listen. We appreciate your participation in this ministry.

Bible scholar Dr. John Whitcomb concludes his study called "Steering Clear of Shipwreck"—this week on "Encounter God's Truth." With assistance from host Wayne Shepherd, we present this unique address to increase your confidence that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end. Speaking before a group of pastors and church leaders, Dr. Whitcomb weaves together principles from a number of texts of Scripture as he confronts us with this probing question: "How is your conscience before God?" Our speaker instructs us as to how we should go about fulfilling our Lord's Great Commission to reach the entire world with the complete message that He has left us in His all-sufficient Word. We also learn about the personal qualifications needed for anyone who would strive to be part of this endeavor. Whitcomb Ministries invites you to share this faith-building program with all who will listen. We appreciate your participation in this ministry.

Can Congress step up and fix the controversy over the enforcement of immigration laws? What is stopping them? We continue to unfold the story that is dominating the nation asking questions that few seem willing to tackle. This is part two of the ongoing series seeking real answers on immigration. Please join in the conversation and tell a friend. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, February 6th, 2026

Was there a time when many conservatives were on the opposite side of the "sanctuary cities" issue from where they find themselves now? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, February 6, 2026

Dan Hawkins is interviewed by Wayne Shepherd about being led of God to leave his successful family construction business to lead Village Ministries International. (click for more...)   Website:  www.VillageMinistries.orgDan Hawkins, CEO of Village Ministries, shares his journey from leading a successful family construction business to answering God's call into full-time ministry after a life-changing short-term mission trip to a former Soviet state. Village Ministries, founded in 1990 and based in Yukon, Oklahoma, focuses on equipping rural and often persecuted pastors through Bible distribution, theological training, and spiritual care, particularly in areas where many pastors lack even a single Bible. The ministry's core training resource, Foundations Building into Faith, now translated into 35 languages, teaches pastors how to accurately study Scripture and encourages multiplication through discipleship. Serving in more than 20 countries, Village Ministries relies on volunteer teachers, missionaries, and local partners to reach unreached villages, offering hope, biblical literacy, and encouragement to believers who may otherwise remain isolated from Christian resources and training.                              NEXT WEEK:  Kim Tschirret of Hope ReinsSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

Does anybody actually know what a "sanctuary city" is? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, February 5, 2026

What is the appropriate response when people are dying in the streets of America at the hands of other Americans? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026

Why is it important to approach the discussion around immigration with caution and acknowledge that there are no simple answers? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Tuesday, February 3, 2026

With all that's happening in the news around the subject of immigration, how are we choosing to approach the conversation? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Monday, February 2, 2026

"Every human being that's ever walked this Earth has a God-created capacity to recognize what's right and wrong." So stated Bible teacher Dr. John Whitcomb in this classic message, as he instructed us regarding the importance of the conscience. And that is our topic beginning on this edition of "Encounter God's Truth." It is the first half of a two-part message called, "Steering Clear of Shipwreck." We survey a number of Bible passages from both the Old and New Testaments, and Dr. Whitcomb's teaching exhorts us to examine ourselves and our own faithfulness to the Lord God in the spirit of the apostles. They asked Jesus—when He announced that one of them would betray Him—"Lord, is it I?" As Dr. Whitcomb shared, this is not an easy message, but one that can help us to stay focused on the path of service and blessing. In the words of host Wayne Shepherd, Whitcomb Ministries presents this Bible-teaching broadcast to increase your confidence in the certainty that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end. Thanks for listening!

Immigration is a top policy concern for the nation in 2026 and beyond. This episode begins a series built on solid research, historical context and biblical principles. Let's start at the beginning - together on The Public Square®. Topic: Immigration The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and David Zanotti thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, January 30th, 2026

Businessman and investor Doug Cobb joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about his goal of assisting in the completion of the Great Commission.   (click for more...)          Website:  https://finishingfund.org, https://www.douglasfcobb.comIn this First Person interview, Wayne Shepherd speaks with Doug Cobb, founder of the Finishing Fund and author of The Sprint to the Finish, about the accelerating global effort to fulfill the Great Commission. Cobb explains how his background in business and venture investing uniquely prepared him to help fund and launch first-time gospel engagement among unreached people groups, noting that fewer than 100 such groups remain worldwide. He describes three biblical “finish lines” of the Great Commission—believers in every people group, Scripture in every language, and a gospel presence in every place—and highlights remarkable progress through collaboration, technology, media, and prayer. Throughout the conversation, Cobb shares powerful stories of first believers, emphasizes prayer as foundational spiritual warfare, and challenges listeners to participate by praying, giving, and “going,” whether across the globe or across town, as God brings the unreached into everyday reach.                           NEXT WEEK:  Dan Hawkins, Village MinistriesSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

Author and Biblical scholar Dr. John Whitcomb offered words of hope and anticipation to help us press forward during spiritually challenging times in this message, which focuses on Christ as "Alpha and Omega." With assistance from host Wayne Shepherd, Dr. Whitcomb drew from the broad sweep of Scripture in this message—giving Biblical reasons to persevere in our service to the Lord until the day of His return. Dr. Whitcomb went all the way back to creation to establish this theme. This program truly embodies our mission on "Encounter God's Truth," which is to declare that God's Word is true from the beginning to the end! In fact, Dr. Whitcomb encouraged us to be faithful to take all 66 books of the Bible seriously. We trust that this broadcast—the first half of a short series—will be a great blessing to you. If it is, won't you please consider sharing it with someone else as well?

How are we using our Declaration 250 celebration to encourage people that there is still hope for America? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, January 9, 2026

A former U.S. Marine Corps helicopter pilot, KJ Johnson is interviewed by Wayne Shepherd about his testimony and role as Director of Chicago's CS Lewis Institute. (click for more...)   Website:  www.cslewisinstitute.org/chicago/Karl “KJ” Johnson, Lt.Col., USMC (Ret.), a former U.S. Marine Corps helicopter pilot with a 20-year military career, shares how God redirected his life toward intentional spiritual discipleship after recognizing a personal lack of being deeply discipled despite growing up in a Christian environment. Raised in Chicago with strong faith influences from his mother and grandmother, Johnson drifted spiritually during college and early military years, but recommitted his faith after marriage and fatherhood, developing a hunger for Scripture and Christian thought. His transformative experience came through the C.S. Lewis Institute, where structured, relational discipleship—focused on heart and mind—provided mentoring, community, and theological depth that reshaped his life and calling. Now the director of the C.S. Lewis Institute in Chicago, Johnson leads a yearlong, interdenominational discipleship program emphasizing intentional commitment, mentorship, and holistic spiritual formation, equipping believers from all walks of life to grow in Christlikeness and live out their faith in tangible ways.NEXT WEEK:  Abdu Murray, author of Fake ID; How AI and Identity Ideology Are Collapsing Reality and What to Do About ItSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

What does Dr. William B. Allen have to say about the subject of the human conscience? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, January 8, 2026

What does Dr. William B. Allen bring to the table here at The Public Square®? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, January 7, 2026

How did the relationship between Dr. William B. Allen and Dave Zanotti change from one of teacher and student to one of friend and colleague? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Tuesday, January 6, 2026

We work with some extraordinary people here at The Public Square®, and one of them is Dr. William B. Allen. Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Monday, January 5, 2026

Who supports all of the exciting work that we are doing here at The Public Square? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, January 2, 2026

How can the principles learned from true stories about America's history impact children today and in the future? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, January 1, 2026

Why are we involved in things like children's programing and Christmas events rather than simply sticking to public policy? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Have you heard about The Public Square's newest division that is focused on bringing true stories of America to the next generation? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Tuesday, December 30, 2025

Why are media products focused on America's First Principles so important? Tune in to The Public Square® today to hear more. Topic: Our Mission The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Monday, December 29, 2025

Gregg Quiggle, author of BREAD AND BIBLES, talks with Wayne Shepherd about 19th century evangelist D.L. Moody and his focus on not only evangelism but social action as well.  (click for more...)  Website:  www.moodypublishers.com/bread-and-biblesDr. Greg Quiggle joins First Person to discuss his book Bread and Bibles, which reframes the legacy of D. L. Moody as a figure who integrated evangelism with extensive social action. Drawing from letters, biographies, and contemporary records, Quiggle explains that Moody not only preached the gospel but also addressed poverty through job placement, education, aid to the poor, Civil War relief work, and ministries for children, orphans, and the urban disadvantaged. While acknowledging Moody's moral failures—particularly his compromises on racial segregation and silence on lynching—Quiggle presents a balanced portrait of a deeply influential yet imperfect Christian leader whose life challenges today's polarized debates by demonstrating that faith-driven evangelism and social responsibility need not be opposed but can, and should, work together.                                            NEXT WEEK:  Phil ReaserSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

Our journey back in time continues with Part II of the live, 15th anniversary episode of Christmas in America 1837. The outstanding musical selections continue and we are honored by the personal visit of  a very special guest, Dr. William B. Allen, discussing the release of the new book "An Oration: John Quincy Adams' Christian America."  Join in the conclusion of this exciting story and please, tell a friend.   Topic: Christmas in America The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, December 19th 2025

Kevin Belmonte, a biographer of D.L. Moody, shares Moody's thoughts about Christmas with host Wayne Shepherd.     (click for more...)              Website:  https://kevinbelmonte.wordpress.comThe First Person Christmas episode features Wayne Shepherd in conversation with author and biographer Kevin Belmonte, reflecting on how famed evangelist D. L. Moody understood and celebrated Christmas. Through personal stories, historical anecdotes, and direct quotations, Belmonte presents Moody as a warm, humorous, deeply relational figure whose faith made spiritual truths accessible and vivid. The discussion highlights Moody's love of family, home life in Northfield, simple pleasures like games and carriage rides with his grandchildren, and his ability to connect Christmas with themes of hope, heaven, and reunion. Moody's descriptions of Christmas as a “lamp of promise” and heaven as a “great Christmas” reveal his gift for expressing profound theology through everyday imagery, culminating in a heartfelt prayer from 1870 that underscores his evangelistic passion and enduring spiritual legacy.Next Week:  Gregg Quiggle, Author of Bread and BiblesSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

Join us for the special, live, 15th edition of Christmas in America! The year is 1837 as we go looking for the manger. You won't believe the history, the truth, and the joy this year holds. Featuring musical performances by Jeff Taylor, Dennis Parker, Charlotte Ritchie, The French Family, and more. Gather your family, friends, and neighbors and tune in now for this very special episode on The Public Square®.  Topic: Christmas in America The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, December 12th 2025

What is the backstory of the famous movie, It's a Wonderful Life? Tune in today as we talk about this historic movie right here on The Public Square®. Topic: Christmas In America The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Friday, December 12, 2025

Noted Christian apologist, Lee Strobel, joins Wayne Shepherd in conversation about his book, The Case For Christmas.     (click for more...)      Website:  https://leestrobel.com/Lee Strobel—former atheist, journalist, and now well-known Christian apologist—joins Wayne Shepherd to discuss The Case for Christmas and the historical credibility of the Christmas story. Drawing from his investigative approach, Strobel explains how a deeper look at language, culture, and prophecy clarifies long-held misunderstandings, such as the translation of the Greek word kataluma, which likely refers not to a commercial inn but to a guest room in a first-century home, suggesting Jesus was born in a family setting rather than a detached stable. He also highlights that many supposed parallels between Christianity and ancient myths collapse under scrutiny, reinforcing the uniqueness of the virgin birth and the reliability of biblical accounts. Strobel examines the legitimacy of Isaiah's prophecy about a virgin birth, noting its placement within a cluster of Messianic expectations and its accurate rendering in early translations. The conversation touches on modern skepticism—particularly among Gen Z—yet Strobel notes a surprising openness to truth when evidence is thoughtfully presented. He emphasizes that Christianity rests on solid historical and factual foundations, but ultimately invites a heart response to God's incarnation and redemptive mission. Strobel closes by expressing optimism about spiritual awakening among young people and announces his forthcoming film, The Case for Miracles, which documents contemporary evidence of God's ongoing work. NEXT WEEK:  DL Moody Biographer Kevin BelmonteSend your support for FIRST PERSON to the Far East Broadcasting Company:FEBC National Processing Center Far East Broadcasting CompanyP.O. Box 6020 Albert Lea, MN 56007Please mention FIRST PERSON when you give. Thank you!

We have an exciting story to share with you about Christmas in 1946. Tune in today as we share the Christmas joy right here on The Public Square®.  Topic: Deep Questions The Public Square® with hosts Dave Zanotti and Wayne Shepherd thepublicsquare.com Air Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025

Join us for a rebroadcast of Christmas In America 1946. Travel back to 1946 when Harry Truman was President, the most deadly War the world had ever witnessed was finally over, and when Frank Capra pitched his friend Jimmy Stewart on a new movie titled, It's A Wonderful Life. You won't want to miss this radio variety program, with our musical guests Ernie Haase and Signature Sound, Rodeo and Juliet, Jeff Taylor, The Alternators and more. Gather up your family and friends and enjoy this unique Christmas celebration together as we look for the Manger in 1946. Topic: Christmas in America The Public Square® Long Format with hosts Wayne Shepherd and Dave Zanotti. thepublicsquare.com Release Date: Friday, December 5th 2025