We celebrate the champions – the golds the silvers the bronzes. But for every winner, there are many more losers. Andrew Urquhart had a great conversation with JuliaGrace about what it takes just to put yourself out there; and how to push on even when you're unsuccessful.

As you may be aware, an Olympic-sized media storm about fairness erupted over two boxers competing in the women's welterweight category at the Paris Games, who had previously been deemed ineligible by the International Boxing Association. One of the boxers went on to win gold and is considering ...

Christian Savings is on a mission to teach the principles of good governance, following the Royal Commision of Inquiry's Abuse In Care report, which revealed serious failings in church leadership. Andy Milne is Senior Lender at Christian Savings, and he told Andrew Urquhart about upcoming nation...

Wednesday 14 August - Today's the ceremony for the 2024 NZ Children's and Young Adults Book Awards! Andrew Urquhart caught up with Christian author Elizabeth Kirkby-McLeod about some familiar names vying for top prize, and how parents can encourage healthy reading habits in our children.

Evangelist Bob Gass passed away 5 years ago, and one of his many legacies is the Word for Today, a daily devotional read by millions around the world. Rhema Media's Luke Weston joined Lizzie Oakes earlier this week, to reflect on three decades of The Word for Today.

Director Jared van Berkel joins Lizzie Oakes to chat about the powerful new movie from Fantail Studios - Mana Atua: The Power of God for Aotearoa, New Zealand. The movie follows the journey of Lucky Te Koha, a one-time criminal who is now on a mission to bring the country's most notorious gang m...

Tensions are rising between Israel and Iran, marked by assassinations and increasingly heated exchanges. With both sides trading barbs, the situation in the Middle East appears to be teetering on the brink of a significant escalation in hostilities. Geopolitical analyst for the Democracy Project ...

The dynamics of the U.S. elections have shifted with Kamala Harris selecting Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate. What implications does this have for Donald Trump and the overall race? In this week's discussion, Tash McGill joins Andrew Urquhart to break down what this new Vice Presi...

Most of us carry our entire lives on our phones. From our identities and connections to the world to our relationships and treasured photos, these small devices hold the archives of our existence, all tucked away in our pockets. But is it wise to rely so heavily on a single electronic device? Rhe...

The Salvation Army's Social Policy and Parliamentary Unit has been in Parliament advocating for fair legislation in the rental housing sector. Senior Social Policy Analyst for the Social Policy Unit, Paul Barber runs Andrew Urquhart through the latest tenancy issues and unemployment statistics.

In relationships, certain actions act like 'bricks' that build strength and stability in a marriage, while others, like 'sledgehammers,' can cause destruction and tear down what’s good. Wynand Jacobs from FamilyLife joins Andrew Urquhart to explore how the brick of surrender contrasts with the ha...

Stress is very subjective, and it only takes one person in the relationship to be stressed to put a wobble onto the relationship. John Cowan joins Andrew Urquhart for another weekly conversation, discussing relationships, stress and avoiding a marital breakdown.

In Matthew chapter 22, Jesus teaches that the greatest commandment is to love the Lord your God, followed by loving your neighbour. Dale Campbell from Auckland Church Network, and host of the For The City podcast, joins Rhema Breakfast to discuss how we are called to love even those who are diffi...

Dr Myk Habets, Head of Theology at Laidlaw College, joins Andrew Urquhart to take a theological view of the Olympic Games and some of the flag-waving behind it.

A small portion of the Olympic's opening ceremony featured a controversial segment that strongly referenced Leonardo da Vinci’s painting The Last Supper. Christians around the world were outraged, and others became outraged that Christians were offended. Andrew Urquhart unpacked this bizarre stat...

Deb Fraser, from Thrive Church Rangiora, joins Andrew Urquhart on the program to describe how it works to have a church partnered in the World Vision Chosen Campaign, as well as her personal experience meeting children in Bangladesh who are impacted by World Vision’s work.

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Questions that arise from doubt and uncertainty are actually healthy for our faith, acknowledging that we don't have all the answers. Rhema Afternoons welcomes Rev. Frank Ritchie to discuss the importance of having the humility to ask God difficult questions.

TJ Grant, International Partnership Director with World Vision, joins Lizzie Oakes to discuss their new Chosen Campaign and its impact on the Odupi community in Uganda.

To find out more visit: www.worldvision.org.nz/locations/africa/odupi-community

Rhema Days' Austrian Correspondent Dr Craig Heilmann shares his latest thoughts on current news across Australia & New Zealand.

Mortgage holders may be holding their breath, hoping the Reserve Bank will pull some levers and nudge things in the right direction. Is that likely to happen? Dan Mazengarb, CEO of Christian Savings, joins Andrew Urquhart to share his thoughts.

Considering studying te reo Māori? Leah Te Kahu, Operations Lead of Te Wānanga Ihorangi, joins Andrew Urquhart on Rhema Days to discuss the new programme to enable you to be the ancestor that brings te reo Māori back to your whānau.

Find out how you can get involved here: www.ihorangi.ac.nz

At the Promise Keepers event on Saturday, August 10, Christian Dawson will lead an elective titled "Getting Guys Porn-Free and Set Free." He will share strategies and programs designed to help the men in your church break free from pornography.

To find out details and to register for that event ...

Olympic correspondent John Donald from Athletes in Action joins Andrew Urquhart to share his insights on the latest developments for the Paris 2024 Olympics.

Seven million green-lipped mussels were introduced into the depths of the Hauraki Gulf in Auckland to reverse decades of decline and mitigate the effects of destructive fishing practices and climate change. Dr Jenny Hillman, a marine scientist from Auckland University, joins Lizzie Oakes to expla...