In this engaging discussion, guest Steve Harper, an expert on the Doctrine and Covenants, dives into the profound significance of Section 109, focusing on the Kirtland Temple dedicatory prayer. He highlights the transformative power of covenants and emphasizes the importance of temple worship in spiritual growth. The conversation also explores the concept of divine dominion, contrasting scarcity with God's infinite abundance. Additionally, Harper underscores the essential role of prayer in recognizing divine support and fostering community among believers.

Make sure you tune in for the second episode this week. Viewers asked for help with doing what President Nelson asked us to when he said to study Section 109, so we did an episode where we explored that section for you.Kent mentions some articles in this episode. Here is the information for them: Benjamin R. Jordan, “‘Many Great and Notable Cities Were Sunk’: Liquefaction in the Book of Mormon,” BYU Studies 38/3 (1999): 119–22. Benjamin R. Jordan, “Volcanic Destruction in the Book of Mormon: Possible Evidence from Ice Cores,” Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 12/1 (2003): 78–87. Bart J. Kowallis, “In the Thirty and Fourth Year: A Geologist’s View of the Great Destruction in 3 Nephi,” BYU Studies 37/3 (1997–98): 136–90.In this episode Kent Brown and Kerry explore the disaster and darkness that came at Christ's death, and the amazing burst of light that came a year later when Christ appeared to them. They then delve into the incredible things Christ taught them, and they experienced, when He appeared to them. In the way that only Kent Brown can, they explore the relationship between God and His Son, and His Son and His children.We are grateful for our generous donors, and for our producer, Launchpad Consulting Studios, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

The hosts delve into the awe that can shape our faith journeys. They explore the power of recognizing miracles, which fosters gratitude and deepens spiritual connections. A focus on the craftsmanship of the Book of Mormon reveals how storytelling enriches understanding. Discussions about distractions highlight the need for spiritual awareness in a tech-dominated world. Finally, personal reflections on maintaining a sense of wonder serve as a reminder of the transformative power of awe in faith and community.

For Marketing, Brand help, video/audio editing, Social Media marketing, filming and production services, use Launchpad Consulting Studios, like we do! You will be so glad! Contact them at launchpadconsultingstudio@gmail.com. You will be glad you did. In this episode Kerry and Andrew Skinner talk about the amazing prophecies of Samuel the Lamanite. They discuss the powerful lessons Samuel teaches and how it parallels what will happen in our day. They talk about the need to remember God and what He has done for us, and explore the need for daily repentance and how to go about that. They also emphasize the ability to receive daily revelation. We are grateful for our sponsor, and for Launchpad Consulting Studios for producing the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Join us for the spiritual cruise of a lifetime (with Kerry, Brent and Wendy Top, Jenny Oaks Baker, Elaine Dalton, Nathan Pacheco, Conlon and Rachel Bonner, Bruce Porter, and others)! We will leave from San Diego and hit luscious ports and try to create the kind of spiritual momentum we need in these times and as we start 2025. Go to goanddotravel.com, select the Momentum 25 West cruise, and use the promo code KERRY.Also, for any marketing, branding, advertising, and production needs, email thescripturesarereal@gmail.com to be put in touch with Launchpad Consulting Studio. In the episode Kim Matheson and Kerry discuss the way Mormon uses this part of Helaman to teach us about prophets. The explore the parallels Mormon makes between Old Testament prophets and those in the Book of Mormon. They talk about how this directs us in our lives. The discussion brings them to prayer, and to Christ. We are grateful for our sponsors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studio for producing the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Get ready for Come Follow Me D&C/Church History! We are conducting a tour this Fall specifically to help us get ready for next year's Come Follow Me. We will go to the sites in a way that is specifically designed to help you get more out of next year's study. For information email the scripturesarereal@gmail.com.Also, join us on the cruise of a lifetime to start out 2025 with great spiritual momentum. Join us on the Momentum 25 West cruise, leaving from San Diego and going to luscious Baja ports in Mexico. Go to goanddotravel.com, use the promo code KERRY, and hear from me and other great lecturers and enjoy music from Jenny Oaks Baker and some of the Bonners and Nathan Pacheco and others.In this episode Patrick Mason and Kerry explore the things that lead the Nephites to terrible lows, and the things that can break us all out of that pride cycle. They talk about the things that bring pain and sorrow, and the things that bring peace. They focus on the opportunity to have peace, and what it takes. They also look at the different motivations that lead to either sorrow or peace, and explore the importance of pure desires.We are grateful for our sponsors, and for our producer, Launchpad Consulting Studio, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

In this engaging discussion, Brad Wilcox, an expert in spiritual leadership and youth development, dives deep into the impactful legacy of the stripling warriors from Alma 54-63. He highlights how their courage can inspire today's youth to become modern heroes. The conversation also emphasizes the importance of parental presence and guidance in fostering spiritual resilience, as well as the need for community support during challenging times. Listeners are encouraged to reflect on these timeless principles and their relevance in navigating contemporary life.

Join us for for an in-person Meet and Greet for The Scriptures Are Real fans on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 6 pm in room 213 of the Joseph Smith Building at BYU. Also join us for a live online lecture on Wednesday the 28th at 6 pm MDT at our Patreon website, TSAR.website. We would love to be with you! In this episode Kerry and Lamar explore the rich and powerful symbolism of the war chapters. They talk about how in our day there truly are people who want to kill our testimonies and those of our loved ones, and the chapters for this week contain the ideas we need to know how to defend ourselves and those around us. They delve into principle after principle and draw out powerful ideas to help us survive the unprecedented attacks we are all experiencing. We are grateful for our sponsor, and for Launchpad Consulting Studio for producing the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Join us in the Church History tour of a lifetime by emailing us at thescripturesarereal@gmail.com for details. Also join us for a fantastic cruise where Kerry will lecture, along with Brent Top and others, with music from Jenny Oaks Baker and the Bonners and many others. Get a discount at goanddotravel.com by entering the promo code KERRY.In this episode Robert Millet and Kerry Muhlestein explore how Alma teaches his son doctrine because he has learned what the core problem is that caused him to sin, and he knows that true doctrine, correctly understood, will change behavior. We explore the importance of understanding doctrine. We talk about what it means to come into the presence of God. We look into what it means to be taken home to that God who gave them life, and the nature of our life after death and before final judgment. They explain how wonderful it is that part of our judgment is according to the desires of our hearts. The have a deep discussion about the nature of godliness and happiness and how uncleanness keeps us from the deep joy that is part of having a godly nature, and how much God wants us to be happy. They tie all of this together to help us understand who Christ and God are and what they are like and thus to understand what our future is like.We are grateful for our sponsors, who make this podcast possible. We are also grateful for our producer, Launchpad Consulting Studio, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Please consider joining us on a personalized Church History Tour in October by emailing for details at thescripturesarereal@gmail.com. Also consider joining us on the Momentum 25 West cruise. Go to goanddotravel.com for details.Alma 36-42 represents the largest section of a parent teaching children in any of our scriptures. Mark Ogletree and Kerry walk us through the amazing sermons with an eye towards parenting, or grandparenting, or uncle and aunting, etc. They help us see not only the principles he taught, but the way he taught them. They explore the ways different children need different things taught to them in different ways. They help us see the power the Book of Mormon has for families in a time when it is desperately needed.We are grateful for our sponsors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studios, our producer, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.