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The Scriptures Are Real

Kerry Muhlesteinwww.patreon.com
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.
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Episodes

Judges Shortcast Part 3: Samson and the Sad End of the Book of Judges (week of May 30, fourth to listen to)

In this shortcast Kerry explores more of the lessons we can learn from the Samson story. He also explores some of the sad and strange stories from the end of the Book of Judges, which gives us information that will help us make sense of stories we will encounter in the First Samuel. Our gratitude goes to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls, who composed and played the music for the podcast.

Jun 01, 202220 minSeason 1Ep. 70

Jeff Chadwick on the Book of Judges (week of May 30, first to listen to)

Kerry interviews Jeff Chadwick, a colleague who has been excavating in Israel for well over 3 decades, and has worked on Philistine sites in which the stories of Samson and Goliath took place. They discuss the applicability of the Book of Judges for our lives today. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music for the podcast.

May 29, 202236 minSeason 1Ep. 67

Messages and Meanings from Joshua (week of May 23, third to listen to)

Lamar and Kerry talk about the most important messages from the Book of Joshua. There is a surprising amount of important theological meaning in a book that most people think of being about warfare. Lamar and I referenced some videos I have posted with more details about history and geography and archaeology. These can be found by going to the following website and scrolling to the bottom to find the "Old Testament Video Series" column. https://www.outofthedust.org/old-testament-aids/ Our thanks...

May 22, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 65

From Adam to Joshua, how we got here (week of May 23, second to listen to)

Kerry and Lamar give a bird's eye view of the Old Testament so far. As we leave the Torah, or Pentateuch, and enter into the Promised Land, it is worth looking at the big picture. It will help us understand the rest of the Old Testament. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and played the music.

May 22, 202233 minSeason 1Ep. 64

Jenet Erickson Talks about the Covenant in our Lives (week of May 16, second to listen to)

In this episode Kerry and Jenet have an open discussion about some elements of the covenant in our lives and how it affects us. They explore how understanding the covenant and God's relationship with us correctly affects the way we view how we approach salvation. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

May 15, 202255 minSeason 1Ep. 61

The Heart of Deuteronomy and the Covenant (week of May 16, first to listen to)

In this shortcast Kerry gives a quick overview of Deuteronomy. Because Deuteronomy is largely about the covenant, Kerry especially explores the most crucial verses in Judaism and in the covenant, and what it means for each covenant holder in their life. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

May 15, 202226 minSeason 1Ep. 60

Keith Wilson, Fiery Serpents, and Our Commute to Be with God (week of May 9, second to listen to)

Keith Wilson and Kerry explore the story of the fiery serpents who bit the children of Israel in the wilderness. They discuss the theme in the Old Testament and the Book of Mormon and what it may really have been like and how it applies to us. Thanks to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Kaleb Muhlestein for editing this episode, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

May 10, 202258 minSeason 1Ep. 59

Israel, Exodus, Archetype, Atonement, and Us (week of May 9, first to listen to)

In this shortcast Kerry explores how the journey of the Israelites is similar to our journey to be with God. This allows us to better understand the role of faith, atonement, and believing Christ in our lives. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Kaleb Muhlestein, for editing this episode, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

May 08, 202222 minSeason 1Ep. 58

Festivals, Atonement, Holy Days, Holiness, and Us (week of May 2, third to listen to)

Kerry interviews Julianne Muhlestein about times when they witnessed people living the Law of Moses and how it impacted them in a positive way. They especially focus on holiness and the atoning sacrifice of Christ and how it affects them and their family. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, to Kaleb Muhlestein for editing the episode, and to Rich Nicholls for playing and composing the music.

May 05, 202244 minSeason 1Ep. 57

Mosaic Laws of Love and Mercy (Week of May 2, second to listen to)

In this shortcast, Kerry explores elements of the Law of Moses that demonstrate mercy and love. He talks about how this is part of the covenant and how to think about applications today, even post-Law-of-Moses. Our gratitude to Lisa Spice for being our sponsor, and Kaleb Muhlestein for editing this video, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

May 01, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 56

Tabernacles, Temples, and Our Journey to be with God (week of May 2, first to listen to)

In this podcast Kerry examines how the tabernacle was made and the elements of the tabernacle. He explores how this is symbolic of our journey through life to be with God again. Our thanks to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our video editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

May 01, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 55

Sinai, Covenant, and Sacrifice (week of April 25, first to listen to)

In a joint podcast, done by both The Scriptures Are Real and Meridian Magazine's Come Follow Me podcast, Kerry visits with Scot and Maurine Proctor about Israel entering into the covenant on Mount Sinai. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Michaela Proctor Hutchins for editing the episode.

Apr 24, 202242 minSeason 1Ep. 53

Easter Special

Kerry explores stories where Gethsemane and the resurrection became more real to him.

Apr 17, 202212 minSeason 1Ep. 50

Deliverance, the Song of the Sea, and a conquering Savior

Kerry talks about Exodus 15 and the beautiful but powerful imagery of the Lord as a Divine Warrior. He discusses why it is important that we and our children understand that we have a Savior who can conquer and deliver. Our gratitude to Lisa Spice, our sponsor, to Kaleb Muhlestein for editing the episode, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the theme song.

Apr 14, 202213 minSeason 1Ep. 48

Exodus Gee Whiz Stuff

Kerry touches on a number of elements of the Exodus story that are very real and help make sense of some of the details (such as the migratory route of quails). Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls who composed and played the theme song.

Apr 14, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 47

Gethsemane with Melanie Hoffman (week of April 11, first to listen to

Kerry talks with the composer and writer of the song Gethsemane, Melanie Hoffman, about Christ, His gift, and what happened in Gethsemane. hoffmanhouse.com Thanks to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Kaleb Muhlestein, for editing the episode, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

Apr 10, 202226 minSeason 1Ep. 49

John Gee on the Exodus (week of April 4, first to listen to)

In this episode Egyptologist John Gee joins Egyptologist Kerry Muhlestein in Egypt to discuss some of the realities of Exodus 14 and the deliverance from Egypt. In this video Kerry mentions a video that can be found on the playlist "Old Testament Class Video". The link is https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mP0AwqZejcA&list=PL_oQcvVR477wAsp1XsOO-Ubyx8IC4y36T&index=13 . Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, to Kaleb Muhlestein, for editing this episode, and to Rich Nicholls for composing ...

Apr 03, 202243 minSeason 1Ep. 46

An Egyptian View of the Plauges (week of March 28, first to listen to)

Kerry helps us understand the plagues from an Egyptian point of view, which helps us better understand the message God was sending. We are grateful to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music. My editor tells me that due to not having my sound equipment with me in Egypt that my mic cuts out a few times, and that I said that they saved Seth when I meant they saved Osiris. I apologize.

Mar 27, 202219 minSeason 1Ep. 44

More on the Exodus Story (week of March 21, third to listen to)

Kerry and Lamar discuss elements of the Exodus story that help us understand it and make it more real. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

Mar 26, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 42

Exodus Begun (week of March 21, second to listen to)

Lamar and Kerry discuss the transition from Genesis to Exodus, and the beginning of the Exodus story and the theme of deliverance. We thank our sponsor, Lisa Spice, our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

Mar 20, 202247 minSeason 1Ep. 41
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