The Scriptures Are Real
Kerry Muhlestein
The Scriptures Are Real (TSAR) with Kerry Muhlestein is a podcast where we look at elements of the scriptures that have become real to us. We interview both experts (people with language, archaeological, historical backgrounds, etc.), and lay folks, and explore times when the scriptures became real to them. This is done from the viewpoint of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. We believe that there is real power in the scriptures and that as they become more real we can better apply them to our lives and draw more power from them.
If you listen to this podcast you will learn all kinds of interesting background information that will help you understand and learn more from the scriptures. We believe it will allow you to add real power to your life.
My gratitude to my co-host Lamar Newmeyer. Also to my friend Rich Nicholls, who composed the introductory music.
If you listen to this podcast you will learn all kinds of interesting background information that will help you understand and learn more from the scriptures. We believe it will allow you to add real power to your life.
My gratitude to my co-host Lamar Newmeyer. Also to my friend Rich Nicholls, who composed the introductory music.
Episodes
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Jan 29, 2023 • 22min
Real Life for Jesus and His Followers, what was it really like? (week of Jan. 30, 2nd to listen to)
In this shortcast, Kerry talks about what life was really like for people in the Savior's day. Where did they live? What were their homes like? How did they interact with family? What did they eat? How did they prepare that food? What did they eat on? What was ritual cleanliness for them and how did that play out in regular life? Answering each of these questions allows us to understand better many stories and parables we read about in the New Testament. Further, it allows us to picture these stories better, making them, and Jesus, all the more real for us.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Alexia Muhlestein, who edited the episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 29, 2023 • 50min
The Temptations of Christ and Prophetic Insights into Our Lives (week of Jan. 30, first to listen to)
In this episode Lamar and Kerry explore why the Savior went into the wilderness, what that wilderness may have been like, and the temptations of the Savior and what we can learn from that. They establish connections between what we read about this experience and what President Nelson has been teaching lately, and how that can impact our lives.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Alexia Muhlestein, who edited the episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 22, 2023 • 1h 4min
Andrew Skinner on John as the Forerunnner (week of Jan. 23, only one for the week)
Andrew Skinner and Kerry discuss who John is, what he does, how he does it so well, and why it is important. They explore the role of the forerunner and what that means for the Savior and his mission.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Alexia Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 15, 2023 • 48min
New Testament Jewish Daily Life and Messianic Expectations with Trevan Hatch (week of Jan. 16, second to listen to)
In this episode Kerry and Trevan discuss what life was like for a Galilean Jew. How long did they live, how did they get by, how did they dress, what was life like for them? Addressing these questions will make many New Testament Stories be more real and understandable for you. They also discuss what the Jews of the day were expecting in a Messiah, and how that interacts with what Jesus did during His ministry, and how He was accepted. Again, this will help you understand the rest of the New Testament.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Alexia Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 15, 2023 • 57min
The Divine Christ taught in John 1 with Eric Huntsman (week of Jan. 16, first to listen to)
In this episode Kerry and Eric discuss ways to understand John in general, and specifically the rich and deep teachings in John 1. They help us understand what the divinity of Christ as taught by John means, and what it means that He is the word, and what it means to accept His light and be His disciple. This episode will enhance the rest of your study of the Book of John, and is indispensable for it. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our editor, Alexia Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 8, 2023 • 23min
Samantha Millburn on Luke 2 and 3 Nephi 1 (week of Jan. 9, third to listen to)
In this episode Sam and Kerry discuss the 3 Nephi account of the Savior's birth, and how that helps us better understand the biblical accounts, and also how it helps us understand how the Son does the Father's will, and how all of that helps us apply this story to our lives.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Alexia Muhlestein, who edited the video, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 8, 2023 • 1h
Jeff Chadwick on the realities of the Nativity Story, part 2 (week of Jan. 9, second to listen to)
In this episode Dr. Chadwick and Kerry discuss the Nativity Story and all the little details that make it real. From real reasons for the move to Bethlehem (not taxes), to what kind of housing Joseph and Mary had, to stone mangers, to where they would live in Egypt, and a hundred other little things, these two make the story become very real. It is guaranteed you will learn something new here. Listen to both parts to make sure you get the whole story.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Alexia Muhlestein, who edited the video, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 8, 2023 • 59min
Jeff Chadwick on the realities of the Nativity Story, part 1 (week of Jan. 9, first to listen to)
In this episode Dr. Chadwick and Kerry discuss the Nativity Story and all the little details that make it real. From real reasons for the move to Bethlehem (not taxes), to what kind of housing Joseph and Mary had, to stone mangers, to where they would live in Egypt, and a hundred other little things, these two make the story become very real. It is guaranteed you will learn something new here. Listen to both parts to make sure you get the whole story. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Alexia Muhlestein, who edited the video, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jan 1, 2023 • 43min
Lori Denning on Luke and Matthew 1 and real families (week of Jan. 2, only one to listen to)
In this episode Lori and Kerry discuss what we can learn from the reality of life for Elizabeth and Mary. They talk about the power that can come from looking at their stories.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Alexia Muhlestein, who edited the episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Dec 25, 2022 • 1h 8min
Andrew Skinner and Keys to Understanding the New Testament from what happened after the Old Testament (week of Dec. 26, only one this week)
In this episode Kerry and Andy explore what happened between the Old and New Testament. They outline key events, ideas, and movements that help you make sense of the world of Jesus Christ and the New Testament. Without this information there will be so many things you won't understand, but with it, you will have so many "aha" moments as you see why they did what they did and believed what they believed in the New Testament.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Alexia Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
