In this episode Heather B. Moore, who wrote a historical fiction novel about Esther, helps Kerry explore both what it takes to think through the life of a biblical character and some lessons from the Book of Esther and her actions. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Jacob Muhlestein, who edited this episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jul 24, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 100
In this shortcast Kerry gives a brief introduction to the Book of Esther and its major themes, making it possible for you to get the most out of your study and other episodes dealing with Esther. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Jacob Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jul 24, 2022•11 min•Season 1Ep. 99
In this episode Kerry and John discuss Nehemiah as he tries to rebuild the wall around Jerusalem. They highlight several lessons we can gain from Nehemiah's experience. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Jacob Muhlestein for editing this episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jul 17, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 98
Jennifer Lane helps us think through many elements of life that those returning from Babylon had to negotiate. She helps us relate those to ourselves and highlights some lessons to take away. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jul 17, 2022•1 hr 2 min•Season 1Ep. 97
In this shortcast Kerry walks us through the history of how we get from the Babylonian captivity of the Jews to their return and the rebuilding of the temple. This allows us to understand several prophetic works better as well as the era of the New Testament, and even our own day.
Jul 17, 2022•17 min•Season 1Ep. 96
In this very short shortcast, Kerry discusses Josiah and the influence he has on the Bible and the Book of Mormon. We are grateful for our sponsor Lisa Spice, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.
Jul 15, 2022•6 min•Season 1Ep. 95
In this episode Kerry interviews Andrew Skinner, who walks us through a number of elements of Hezekiah's reign and ministry. He helps us learn about the Assyrian siege of Jerusalem and Hezekiah's leadership in preparing for that and national repentance. In this interview Kerry and Andy discuss Hezekiah's tunnel, a run through which Kerry posts on his Scriptures Are Real YouTube channel. You can watch it there. https://youtu.be/CP-amXFwQcc We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Rich...
Jul 15, 2022•1 hr 18 min•Season 1Ep. 94
In this shortcast, Kerry goes just a little more in depth into the Fall of the Kingdom of Israel. He then spends some time on some of the powerful lessons we can learn from this, and how they apply to our lives. He also helps us understand the scattering and gathering of Israel. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jul 10, 2022•19 min•Season 1Ep. 93
In this episode Gaye and Kerry discuss the archaeology and texts from Lachish, one of the most fortified cities in Judah. They go through some of the evidence that makes the fall of the last city to be attacked before Jerusalem, both by the Assyrians and the Babylonians, become real to them. They also discuss lessons we can learn from this. On the YouTube version of The Scriptures Are Real I have posted a video of our using the mirrors at Lachish and Azekah. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa...
Jul 10, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 92
In this episode Kerry takes us through the story of how the kingdoms of Israel and then Judah fall. He gives a quick storyline, hitting only highlights. He then spends some time on some lessons we can learn from why they fell, and the role that their leaders played in that fall. For more details and geography, etc. on this storyline, consider watching https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180168013001 and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/def...
Jul 10, 2022•38 min•Season 1Ep. 91
In this shortcast Kerry reviews the storyline of Elisha, the kings of Israel and Judah, and other key stories that are necessary for understanding the Old Testament and drawing the lessons we need to draw. To further understand these stories and picture them, consider watching https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180172416001 and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180189727001 We thank Lisa Spice for sponso...
Jul 06, 2022•36 min•Season 1Ep. 90
In this touching and hope filled episode, Kerry and Kristen explore the story of Elisha and the chariots his servants sees when Elisha tells them "they that be with us are more than they that be with them." Kristen compares this to the ways God helps us in our day, and shares how that has helped her with some mental health challenges. You can see more about what Kristen does at https://kristenwalkersmith.com/ and https://oneminutescripturestudy.libsyn.com/ . I find Kristen's and Cali's podcast s...
Jul 03, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 89
Kerry and Lamar explore some of Elisha's better known miracles, and some strange stories that are hard to make sense of. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Sabrina Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for this podcast.
Jul 03, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 88
Kerry and Lamar discuss the calling of Elisha and what it meant for Elijah's day, and what it means for our day. The story and the symbolism is very real and very powerful. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Sabrina Muhlestein, who edited this episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jul 03, 2022•49 min•Season 1Ep. 87
Kim talks about the story of Elijah learning from the Still, Small Voice and how it has worked in her life, and together she and Kerry explore some lessons for everyone. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jun 26, 2022•32 min•Season 1Ep. 86
Kerry casts light on the story of Elijah using knowledge of the Canaanite pantheon. He also explores what we can learn for our own lives from the real meaning of Elijah's question about how long we will limp between two opinions. There are very real applications for our lives. Consider watching https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180200925001 and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180189744001 and https://...
Jun 26, 2022•23 min•Season 1Ep. 85
Kerry explores how the kingdom divided upon the death of Solomon, and how the Kingdom of Israel hurtled towards idolatry, and asks of us how we might have the same proclivities. Consider watching https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180156329001 and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180161071001 and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180156342001 We are gratefu...
Jun 26, 2022•18 min•Season 1Ep. 84
In this shortcast Kerry explores lessons we can learn from the life of Solomon. He pays especial attention to Solomon's dedicatory prayer and the themes of forgiveness, covenant and atonement that are present in the prayer. Consider watching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVDzTF5iG6E and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180201039001 , and https://players.brightcove.net/1126213333001/default_default/index.html?videoId=5180201046001 . We are gratefu...
Jun 22, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 83
In this interview Trevan and Kerry explore the importance of looking at the daily and personal elements of the scriptures, using the story of David and Goliath as an example. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music for the podcast.
Jun 21, 2022•15 min•Season 1Ep. 82
Kerry discusses the steps that led to David's fall (including how we often think of mistakes he made that were not necessarily mistakes), and what we can learn from it. He also discusses David's repentance, and what David's life was like after that. Consider watching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=q4cmp9KZT8E and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0_ionP-CFdc and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n0IufJQ4OzM and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7ynRcxq6wj4 . We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spic...
Jun 19, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 81
In this shortcast Kerry reviews how David became king of Judah, and then all Israel. The establishment of Jerusalem, the problems with Joab, and lessons we can learn are all discussed. Consider watching https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QlaisNkRMDY . We are grateful to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music for the podcast.
Jun 19, 2022•35 min•Season 1Ep. 80
In this shortcast Kerry covers some of the material that is not assigned in Come Follow Me, but which is crucial for understanding the storyline that is assigned, and for learning what we need to learn. The lessons from Saul's life are important for us to learn from, and the loss of Jonathan is tragic. Consider watching https://www.youtube.com/wa. tch?v=Y1ZCR0nlg0k We are grateful to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music for the podcast....
Jun 19, 2022•16 min•Season 1Ep. 79
Kerry and Dustin discuss the friendship of Jonathan and David. They compare it to other other ancient literature an to modern friends. In a far ranging discussion they hit on principles that are pertinent to modern life and especially to youth and young adults and anyone who knows or loves them. We are grateful to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.
Jun 19, 2022•57 min•Season 1Ep. 78
Kerry explores the story of David's beginnings, trying to make sense of some chronological questions, highlighting geographical elements of the story that are real, but largely focusing on elements of the story that are so similar to our day and what we can learn from them. Consider watching the YouTube video he made for his classes to understand the geography better. It is found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hXWVxut043s and https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=myD8NN1hnbQ . Our gratitude to our...
Jun 15, 2022•55 min•Season 1Ep. 77
Kerry explores why Saul is called as king, and how it affects his reign. He explores the downfall of Saul, and how similar we are, and lessons we should learn from this. You may want to consider the geography that can be learned at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iTawluDZ5Hk . Our gratitude for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.
Jun 12, 2022•54 min•Season 1Ep. 76
Kerry and Lamar explore the success Israel has under Samuel, and what it means that Samuel sets up an Eben-Ezer, and what that has to do with our life. They also explore Israel's request for a king and what that has to do with our life. Our gratitude for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Ric Nicholls for composing and playing the music.
Jun 12, 2022•39 min•Season 1Ep. 75
In this shortcast Kerry covers some of the material not listed in the Come Follow Me reading, but which helps us to make sense of the rest of the stories we do read for this week. It helps us understand who Samuel is, what he does, and also the story of Saul. There are so many lessons to learn from these chapters, and so much that helps us make better sense of the rest of the reading. Consider looking at the geography, maps, and pictures that are found at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_SY5tbXF...
Jun 12, 2022•25 min•Season 1Ep. 74
In this joint podcast/broadcast with SPARC, Kerry explores the elements of the story of Ruth that point towards Christ and covenant and redemption. Just a few little background elements help us see so much more in this story and it becomes so much more powerful. If you are interested in learning more about SPARC, go to sparcproject.org We are grateful to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to Rich Nicholls, who composed and played the music for the podcast.
Jun 06, 2022•44 min•Season 1Ep. 73
In this shortcast Kerry explores the calling of Samuel, and also the composition of the Book of Samuel. There are tremendous lessons for our life in the story of Samuel's calling. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Sabrina Muhlestein for editing this episode, and to Rich Nicholls who composed and played the music for the podcast.
Jun 05, 2022•26 min•Season 1Ep. 72
In this episode Julianne and Kerry explore the story of Hannah's miraculous conception and her willingness to sacrifice, and contrast it with Eli's unwillingness. There are powerful lessons to learn from the repeated theme of the Abrahamic Sacrifice. Our gratitude for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and played the music for the podcast.
Jun 05, 2022•33 min•Season 1Ep. 71
