

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.
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Apr 14, 2024 • 1h 5min
S3 E38 Joshua Matson on Being Brought to Christ (week of April 15)
Email depression@happierhormones.com to get help for you or your loved ones. Do it this week to get a discount!Consider gaining access to all the fabulous material at TSAR.websiteIn this episode Josh Matson and Kerry explore the "minor prophets" of the Book of Mormon. They talk about Enos's experience, and even look into whether Enos is Jacob's son or a later descendent. They explore what we can learn from Enos, and how it applies to our families. They talk about the importance the Book of Mormon puts on remembering. They also explore how we receive our own witness from God. Additionally, they teach some valuable scripture study skills. They especially focus on how this helps us come to Christ, and the power of teaching in our families.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our anonymous donors, and for our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Apr 7, 2024 • 1h 6min
S3 E37 Brad Wilcox on Christ, Gathering, and the Hope of Israel in the Allegory (week of April 8)
To learn about the Church History Tour, email thescripturesarereal@gmail.com . To get more lectures and other fantastic material, join us at TSAR.website In this episode Brad Wilcox and Kerry discuss the allegory of the Olive tree and all the amazing lessons to learn therefrom. They especially emphasize the gathering of Israel, and the amazing things happening in the Church and among youth today. They explore the role of Christ in the allegory and gathering and the way He nourishes us. We are grateful for our anonymous donors and our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Mar 31, 2024 • 56min
S3 E 36 Jan Martin on Jacob's teachings about our Relationship with God (week of April 1, only episode)
Jan Martin and Kerry discuss Jacob's teachings on our relationship with God, societal stratification, and the importance of sharing our 'substance' with others. They explore how possessions and relationships affect our connection with God, and how to deal with trials. The podcast emphasizes reconciliation with God, receiving His counsel, and submitting to His will.

Mar 31, 2024 • 21min
S3 E35 Easter Sunday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein delve into the events of Easter Sunday, discussing the reality of the resurrection, the witnesses of the blessed event, and the profound significance of Jesus' resurrection. They explore the impact on humanity's future resurrection, reflections on the witnesses to the resurrection, and the transformative power of Christ's rising from the dead.

Mar 30, 2024 • 19min
S3 E 34 Holy Saturday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.websiteMy book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.htmlIn this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Holy Saturday. They cover the burial of the Savior, and also the things we know He did while His body was in the tomb but His spirit was in the Spirit World.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.

Mar 29, 2024 • 44min
S3 E 33 Good Friday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.websiteMy book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.htmlIn this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Good Friday. They talk about the Savior’s trials, and about His suffering on the cross, and His death.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.

Mar 28, 2024 • 48min
S3 E32 Holy (or Maundy) Thursday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.websiteMy book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.htmlIn this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Holy (or Maundy) Thursday. The discuss the powerful events and teachings at the Last Supper, and then explore the profound suffering of Gethsemane.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.

Mar 27, 2024 • 11min
S3 E 31 Holy (or Spy) Wednesday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.websiteMy book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.htmlIn this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Holy (or Spy) Wednesday. The talk about how we don’t know very much about what happened on this day, and explore the possibility that the Last Supper may have taken place on Wednesday, rather than Thursday.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.

Mar 26, 2024 • 17min
S3 E30 Holy Tuesday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.websiteMy book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.htmlIn this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Holy Tuesday. They talk about finding the fig tree withered, and more of the Savior’s teachings at the temple, including His lament over the temple and how that led to His great prophecy about its destruction and the Last Days.We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.

Mar 25, 2024 • 15min
S3 E 29 Holy Monday with Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein
Guests Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss Holy Monday, focusing on the cursing of the fig tree and Savior's teachings in the temple, including confronting hypocrisy. They reflect on Jesus' actions, emphasizing authenticity, faith, and spiritual cleansing.