Episode Playlist
21-08-2026( 0:55:27)
Episode Information
An hour of easy-listening gospel music and uplifting Bible readings from the Riverbend Church in association with Crossroads Church, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 23/08/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
21-08-2026( 0:55:2)
Episode Information
An hour of easy-listening gospel music and uplifting Bible readings from the Riverbend Church in association with Crossroads Church, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 23/08/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
02-08-2026( 0:54:52)
Episode Information
An hour of easy-listening gospel music and uplifting Bible readings from the Riverbend Church in association with Crossroads Church, produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of New Zealand On Air.
Published: 9/08/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Eternal life through Jesus Christ( 0:53:1)
Episode Information
In this episode, Neville reflects on the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ. Drawing on John 3:16 and Romans 6:23, he explores what it means to truly know God, receive the gift of salvation, and live with the hope, peace, and assurance found in Christ. The programme also features gospel music from artists including Fernando Ortega, Steve Green, Ray Boltz, Selah, and the Coventry Chorale.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
Published: 19/07/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
05-07-2026 - The promise of eternal life( 0:53:30)
Episode Information
Neville Stevenson reflects on the promise of eternal life, drawing from John 3:16 and Romans 6:23 to explore the Christian message of forgiveness, faith, and peace with God through Jesus Christ. With gospel music, Bible readings, prayer, and a devotional focus on what it means to receive God’s gift of life, this episode invites listeners to consider the hope and assurance offered through the gospel.
The programme also includes notices from Crossroads Church in Palmerston North, including youth group, Mainly Music, children’s programmes, Sunday services, Night Church, Refresh Bible study, and community activities during the week.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
Published: 5/07/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
28-06-2026( 0:53:12)
Episode Information
In this episode of the Gift of Life Gospel Hour, Neville Stevenson reflects on the promise of eternal life through Jesus Christ, drawing on John 3:16 and Romans 6:23. Featuring gospel music, Bible teaching, prayer, and encouragement, the programme explores what it means to know God personally and receive the gift of life He offers.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with the support of NZ On Air.
Published: 28/06/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
14-06-2026( 0:52:1)
Episode Information
Neville Stevenson, explores the question “What if I don’t believe?” through Bible readings, gospel music, and reflection on faith, salvation, and the message of John 3:16–18. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 14/06/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
07-06-2026( 0:51:36)
Episode Information
Neville Stevenson explores the theme “What if I don’t believe?”, reflecting on Bible verses from John 3 and discussing faith in Jesus, alongside gospel music, prayer, and encouragement, with an introduction and community updates from Callum at Crossroads Church.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 7/06/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 31-05-2026( 0:54:30)
Episode Information
In this episode, Neville Stevenson reflects on the theme of “the gift of life” through gospel music, Bible readings, and teaching. Drawing on scriptures such as Romans 6:23 and John 3:16, Neville explores the Christian message of salvation, focusing on repentance, belief in Jesus Christ, and the promise of eternal life. The episode combines worship music with clear, practical teaching, encouraging listeners to reflect on their relationship with God and respond to the message of faith.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 31/05/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 24-05-2026( 0:54:35)
Episode Information
In this episode, Neville Stevenson from Riverbend Church explores the theme of “the gift of life” through gospel music, Bible readings, and teaching. Drawing on key scriptures such as Romans 6:23 and John 3:16, Neville explains the Christian message of salvation, focusing on repentance, faith in Jesus Christ, and the promise of eternal life. The episode combines reflective commentary with music from artists including Fernando Ortega, Phillips, Craig & Dean, and others, offering encouragement and a call to spiritual response.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 24/05/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 10-05-2026( 0:51:41)
Episode Information
Neville Stevenson centres on Jesus’ promise, “Peace I leave with you” (John 14:27). Alongside gospel music and reflections from Scripture, Neville explores what biblical peace really is—peace with God through Christ, peace of mind in a troubled world, and practical pathways to peace through prayer and meditating on God’s Word. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 10/05/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
03-05-2026( 0:54:34)
Episode Information
Neville Stevenson brings a mix of gospel music, Bible reading, and a devotional focused on praise to God from 1 Peter 1:3–5, highlighting new birth, a living hope through Christ’s resurrection, and an eternal inheritance. Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 3/05/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 26-04-2026( 0:54:21)
Episode Information
In this episode, Neville Stevenson reflects on the theme Praise to God, drawing on 1 Peter 1:3–5 to explore new birth, living hope, and the secure inheritance found through the resurrection of Jesus Christ. Through hymns, gospel music, Scripture, prayer, and devotional teaching, the programme encourages listeners to cultivate reverence, gratitude, and praise as central to the Christian life.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 26/04/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 19-04-2026( 0:53:46)
Episode Information
Presented by Neville Stevenson from Riverbend Church, this episode of The Gift of Life Gospel Hour centres on the theme The God of All Comfort, drawn from 2 Corinthians 1:3–4. Through gospel music, Scripture, prayer, and personal reflection, the programme explores how God’s compassion sustains us in times of trouble and equips us to bring comfort to others. Featuring music from Keith & Kristyn Getty, Steve Green, Fernando Ortega, and blended hymns, the episode encourages listeners to know God personally and to live out faith through compassion, hope, and service.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 19/04/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 05-04-2026( 0:53:10)
Episode Information
Presented by Neville Stevenson, this episode of The Gift of Life Gospel Hour explores the theme of Christian hope through scripture, devotional reflection, prayer, and gospel music. Drawing on 1 Peter 3:15, the programme reflects on hope as a confident certainty grounded in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, encouraging listeners to understand, live out, and gently share the reason for their hope. The broadcast includes Bible readings, thoughtful teaching, and worship music, alongside notices and community updates from Crossroads Church in Palmerston North.
Produced by Manawatū People's Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 5/04/2026 10:00:00 a.m.
Gift Of Life 4 U 29-03-2026( 0:52:42)
Episode Information
This episode of The Gift of Life Gospel Hour, hosted by Neville Stevenson from Riverbend Church, focuses on the theme of Christian hope. Through gospel music, scripture readings, and devotional teaching, Neville explores the biblical foundation of hope rooted in the resurrection of Jesus Christ, drawing particularly on 1 Peter 3:15 and 1 Corinthians 15. The programme also includes prayers, reflections, and notices from Crossroads Church in Palmerston North.
Produced by Manawatū People’s Radio with support from New Zealand On Air.
Published: 29/03/2026 10:00:00 a.m.