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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

Blessings Pronounced Upon the Tribes (week of March 14, third to listen to)

In this short-cast, Kerry discusses the different blessings pronounced upon each tribe, including the blessings Moses gave them. He also briefly discusses the importance of knowing the tribes from which we come. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, our editor, William Stoughton, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing our music.

Mar 13, 202216 minSeason 1Ep. 39

Joseph Spencer on the Joseph Story (week of March 14, first to listen to)

Kerry Muhlestein and Joe Spencer explore meaningful elements of the Joseph story, especially the redemption of Judah and the power of the story in our lives. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing the music.

Mar 13, 202238 minSeason 1Ep. 37

Stephen Smoot on the Joseph Story (week of March 7, 3rd to listen to)

Kerry Muhlestein and Stephen Smoot discuss the Joseph Story as a whole, and some Egyptological elements that cast light on the story. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing our theme music.

Mar 06, 20221 hr 8 minSeason 1Ep. 36

Understanding Tamar and Judah (week of March 7, 1st to listen to)

In this short-cast Kerry explores cultural elements that help us understand and even learn from the story of Tamar and Judah. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, for our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein, and to Rich Nicholls for composing and playing our theme song.

Mar 06, 202217 minSeason 1Ep. 34

Creation of the House of Israel and Us (week of Feb. 28, 2nd episode to hear)

Lamar and Kerry discuss the moving story of Jacob, Rachel, Leah, Billah and Zilpah, and the birth of their 12 sons, and the creation of the House of Israel. They also discuss whether or not God has a chosen people, what it means to be of the House of Israel, and what we should do about it today. You can learn more about this on his website about it, and in the many podcasts, firesides and devotionals found there. You can also read or listen to his latest work on this topic here . We are grateful...

Feb 27, 20221 hr 4 minSeason 1Ep. 31

Jacob's Wrestle, the Abrahamic Sacrifice and You (week of Feb. 28, 4th to watch)

Kerry discusses the wrestle Jacob has at Peniel and how it is the culmination of his Abrahamic Sacrifice. He then explores the different ways such a sacrifice might look in our lives, sharing the story of his father. He also touches on how significant this was of Jacob. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and for our editor, Sabrina Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and played the theme song.

Feb 27, 202231 minSeason 1Ep. 33

Jacob, Bethel, and the Temple (week of Feb. 28, 1st to watch)

In this shortcast Kerry explores temple and covenant elements of Jacob's experience. He focuses on his dream at Bethel, but touches on his other temple experiences, such as at Peniel and his return to Bethel with his family. We see how similar we are to the great patriarchs and matriarchs of old. We are grateful to our Sponsor, Lisa Spice, and to our editor, Sabrina Muhlestein, and the composer and player of the music, Rich Nicholls.

Feb 27, 202221 minSeason 1Ep. 30

Jacob's Blessing (week of Feb 21)

Lamar and Kerry discuss the story of Jacob receiving the birthright blessing. They tackle issues such as tricks being employed, the birthright, and inspiration. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our editor, Sabrina Muhlestein

Feb 22, 202229 minSeason 1Ep. 29

Camille Fronk Olson on the women of Genesis

Camille Fronk Olson highlights some of the incredible stories we have about women in the book of Genesis. Their lives are so real, and so inspiring, and there is so much we can all learn from them, whether we are male or female. Sister Olson shares many powerful messages. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein

Feb 20, 202259 minSeason 1Ep. 28

Learning Lessons From Rebekah (week of Feb. 21)

Lamar and Kerry discuss the marriage of Rebekah and Isaac. They speak of lessons we can learn from Rebekah and the role model she is. There is so much we can learn from Rebekah. Our gratitude to our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and our editor, Kaleb Muhlestein

Feb 20, 202240 minSeason 1Ep. 27

Daniel Peterson on Ishmael, Arabs, and Islam Today

Lamar and Kerry interview Dr. Daniel Peterson about the biblical story of Ishmael and how it impacts the world today. They explore the Arab connection with Ishmael and Islam today.

Feb 13, 20221 hr 21 minSeason 1Ep. 26

Avram Shannon on the Abrahamic Sacrifice of Isaac (week of Feb. 14)

Dr. Avram Shannon and Dr. Muhlestein discuss the story of the messengers coming to Abraham, and also the near sacrifice of Isaac. They discuss what the Abrahamic Sacrifice really means and what it has to do with us. This is a theme that we will find repeated in the Old Testament

Feb 13, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 25

Abraham, Messengers and Us (week of Feb. 14)

In this short-cast Kerry and Lamar talk about the messengers that came to visit Abraham before they went on to Sodom and Gomorrah. They discuss what kind of messengers they may have been, and the very practical implications for our lives today.

Feb 13, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 24

Interview with Rebekah Call about covenant love, Hebrew Poetry and Biblical Geography (week of Feb. 7)

In this interview Rebekah Call first talks about how she can picture the teachings of the Savior because of the geography of the Holy Land. She also talks about how understanding Hebrew Poetry brings the scriptures to life. The largest part of the interview is explaining what covenants are, how understanding ancient culture helps us understand the covenant, and what God's love is inside a covenant context.

Feb 07, 202254 minSeason 1Ep. 22

Interview with Dr. Stephen Taeger on Genesis 12 and the Covenant (week of Feb. 7)

In this fantastic interview Dr. Taeger explains how the establishment of the Covenant with Abraham became real to him, and helps explain the covenant. Dr. Taeger is a masterful teacher. In this episode you will gain a greater appreciation for what the Abrahamic Covenant has to do with you and your life.

Feb 07, 202223 minSeason 1Ep. 21

Temple imagery in the flood and the Tower of Babel

In this short-cast Kerry discusses timelines for the flood, Abraham and the Bible. He also discusses how understanding temple imagery helps us understand elements of the flood and the Tower of Babel

Feb 04, 202217 minSeason 1Ep. 19

The Flood (Week of Jan 31)

Lamar and Kerry discuss the flood and what it teaches us about God's wrath and His mercy. They help us understand God's justice and gain a helpful perspective on why dramatic events happen in the Old Testament and how to understand them and see God's mercy through them. This discussion will help you understand many stories in the Old Testament.

Jan 30, 20221 hr 5 minSeason 1Ep. 17

Noah (week of Jan. 31)

Kerry and Lamar address interesting questions such as why Noah cursed Ham's seed. They also discuss Noah's "perfection" and questions of his communing with God.

Jan 30, 202235 minSeason 1Ep. 16

The Covenant and Becoming Children of God (Week of Jan 31)

In this short-cast Kerry traces the covenant from Adam through Enoch and looks at its evidence for Noah, which will allow us to follow it to Abraham. He explores the idea of the covenant helping us be changed to become children of God in a different way.

Jan 30, 202225 minSeason 1Ep. 18

Becoming Zion (week of Jan. 24)

Kerry does a "short-cast" on the definitions of Zion, and what it means for us to become a Zion people and a Zion person, taking it into very real and practical levels.

Jan 24, 202228 minSeason 1Ep. 14

Enoch the Seer (week of Jan. 17)

Lamar and Kerry explore Enoch's call as a seer. They delve into what it means to have communication with God, especially what some verses in Moses 6 teach us about that in our lives. They also explore what it means to prophesy, or to open our mouths. They help the story of Enoch have application in our lives.

Jan 16, 202244 minSeason 1Ep. 12

Eve, Adam, and the Fall (week of January 10)

In this episode Kerry explores aspects of the fall, such as was it necessary, did it have to happen through transgression, the role of Eve, and consequences for not understanding the Fall correctly.

Jan 10, 202246 minSeason 1Ep. 11
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