The Scriptures Are Real

For more lectures and other events, join sparcproject.org In this episode Kerry and Melinda Brown discuss what happens to Alma's community as they make a covenant with Christ. They show an inclusio in Mosiah 18 that helps us better understand the chapter. They look at what we covenant at baptism and explore what that really means, and how it happens for us today. They also discuss the importance of sacred places. They tie all of this into what it means to be on the covenant path. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and other anonymous donors. We are also grateful for our amazing producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

For great additional content that will bless your life, join us at TSAR.website! You can get help understanding the Isaiah passages in this reading by buying Kerry's book "Learning to Love Isaiah." In this episode Kerry and Stephen discuss Abinadi's teachings. They go over the story to help us understand Abinadi and the power of his story. They then delve into the doctrine Abinadi teaches, especially how he teaches us about Christ and Christ's mission and how Christ is the Father and how He is the Son. This includes understanding something about Isaiah and how Abinadi uses Isaiah. Kerry references an article by John Gee, as found in https://scholarsarchive.byu.edu/jbms/vol1/iss1/4/. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and other anonymous donors. We are also grateful for our amazing producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Join us on the Momentum 25 Cruise from San Diego through luscious Mexico ports and back! Go to goanddotravel.com, look at the Momentum 25 west cruise, and enter in the promo code Kerry. This will be so much fun! In this episode Lamar and Kerry explore the sometimes confusing storyline of this part of the Book of Mormon. They talk about the story of people moving from Zarahemlah back to the land of Nephi-Lehi, and some of the interesting cultural currents that stem They talk about lessons to learn from those groups, and the especially explore the teachings about what it means to be a seer. They discuss some of the historical details that make these stories come to life and help us learn from them. They also look at what we can learn about Abinadi from this reading in preparation for next week's reading. Kerry references an article that can be found at https://journal.interpreterfoundation.org/proper-names-and-political-claims-semitic-echoes-as-foundations-for-claims-to-the-nephite-throne/ . He also references an article by Kerry Hull on the east wind that can be found at https://rsc.byu.edu/sites/default/files/pub_content/pdf/An_East_Wind_Old_and_New_World_Perspectives.pdf. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and other anonymous donors. We are also grateful for our amazing producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

We really believe you can get help for you or loved ones who struggle with depression. Email depression@happierhormones.com. In this episode Robbie and Kerry discuss the power that King Benjamin's sermon had on his people, and how they became a holy and powerful covenant community. They look at how King Benjamin sought for feedback, and what he taught about maintaining changes and having the difference stay with you. They also explore the change that comes to us as we better recognize God's power and love. They also look at how this should affect the way we see others, and what we should do because of seeing them that way. We are grateful for our sponsor, Lisa Spice, and other anonymous donors. We are also grateful for our amazing producer, BJ Muhlestein, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Email depression@happierhormones.com to get help for you or your loved ones. To learn about our Church History Tour, email us at thescripturesarereal@gmail.com Consider gaining access to all the fabulous material at TSAR.website In this episode, Andrew Skinner and Kerry explore the great things we know about King Benjamin and how he set up his kingdom. They also look into all he did to prepare his people, and how he taught about our dependence on God and the effect this should have on us. They discuss Benjamin's teachings about Christ. In all of this they show how King Benjamin's teachings are a manual for how to be a true disciple of Christ. 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.

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.website In 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.

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.

Consider going to TSAR.website to get more from Jacob's sermons. There, I give daily thoughts, and this week they come from exploring Jacob's sermon more in depth. You can also access masterclasses, workshop, lectures, and all sorts of other material. Go to TSAR.website to access all this material. In this episode Jan Martin and Kerry set the background for understanding Jacob's sermon. They also discuss the temple setting and how it impacts our understanding. They also explore how the crux of the teachings are about our relationship with God and our relationships in general. How do you relate to possessions? How to you relate to others, especially family members and members of the opposite sex? How do these things affect your relationship with God? Are you letting possessions or other things prevail more in your life than God? They also explore different ways we can share of our "substance" with others and how we can bless others in many ways. They talk about how stratification of society and not seeing people equally is part of the concubine issue Jacob speaks of. They also delve into how Jacob's teachings can help us understand how to deal with trials and have them bring us closer to God rather than push us away from Him. They also speak of the need to be reconciled to God and receive of His counsel and submit to His will. 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 the podcast.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Easter Sunday. They revel in the reality of the resurrection, and explore the profound witnesses we have of that blessed event. 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.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In 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.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In 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.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In 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.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In 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.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In 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.

Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In this episode Andrew Skinner and Kerry Muhlestein discuss the events of Holy Monday. They talk about the cursing of the fig tree and the Savior’s teachings in the temple, including teachings about hypocrisy. 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.

You can get a discount on the coolest ties (and a great Easter gift) by entering the code TSAR20 at https://www.bomboraties.com/ Consider accessing extra content by joining our group at TSAR.website My book, the Easter Connection, would be a great enrichment for your Easter and a gift for others. https://www.seagullbook.com/easter-connection.html In this episode, Kerry Muhlestein and Andrew Skinner discuss what the Holy Week is, and why it is important, and why we should commemorate it. They talk about the traditions of other faiths and how it can and should be meaningful for Latter-day Saints. They then explore the meaning, and power of Palm Sunday, and how it can affect us today. 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.

Get a tie for an Easter gift at bomboraties.com. Use the code TSAR20 for a 20% discount. And also get The Easter Connection as an Easter gift, at https://www.seagullbook.com/search.html?Search=muhlestein Also, you can learn about our Missouri Workshop by emailing thescripturesarereal@gmail.com In this episode Kerry continues the conversation about the powerful and beautiful teachings in Nephi's teachings about the Doctrine of Christ. He takes us through other places in the Book of Mormon where we see the Doctrine of Christ being taught, so that we can see the similarities. He continues to explore the role of the Holy Ghost. 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 the podcast.

Get a tie for an Easter gift at bomboraties.com. Use the code TSAR20 for a 20% discount. And also get The Easter Connection as an Easter gift, at https://www.seagullbook.com/search.html?Search=muhlestein Also, you can learn about our Missouri Workshop by emailing thescripturesarereal@gmail.com In this episode Shon Hopkin and Kerry discuss the powerful and beautiful teachings in Nephi's teachings about the Doctrine of Christ. Shon emphasizes the temple connections in the teachings. Kerry helps us see that there is more to the Doctrine of Christ than we often see, and how important the Holy Ghost is in that doctrine. 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 the podcast.

We invite you to join us for our Palm Sunday march on Sunday, March 24, at 4 pm. It will start on the Lindon View Trailhead of the Murdock Canal Trail (330 N. 780 E, Lindon). We will walk along the trail to the Lindon Temple. Then people will need to walk back to their car. Consider getting an Easter gift from He-Lives.net In this episode Rachel and Kerry discuss ways of making more time for Christ by flooding our lives with more light, and how what Rachel is doing on her Instagram channel is helping us all with that. They also look into how this has made the scriptures real for Rachel and can for all of us. They also talk about how we can use online platforms to influence our children and grandchildren for good, and encourage us to make the effort to help the youth in our lives find their phones to be a tool for bringing light into their lives. 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 the podcast.

We invite you to join us for our Palm Sunday march on Sunday, March 24, at 4 pm. It will start on the Lindon View Trailhead of the Murdock Canal Trail (330 N. 780 E, Lindon). We will walk along the trail to the Lindon Temple. Then people will need to walk back to their car. Consider getting an Easter gift from He-Lives.net In this episode Stephen Smoot and Kerry teach about the ways in which Nephi intertwines his writings with Isaiah's. They provide some of the Isaiah context that allows us to get more out of what Nephi was saying. They explore the real meaning of being spoken to out of the dust and what that should mean to us in our day. They flesh out the ways the Bible and the Book of Mormon are designed to work together, according to Nephi's prophecies. They talk about the Gathering of Israel, and the role of the Book of Mormon in that, and the way Nephi uses biblical poetic patterns (like Isaiah) to teach about how universally available God's salvation is. They point out that the Book of Mormon, and especially this part of Nephi's writings, are aimed primarily at the descendants of the Lamanites, and how they and we are all gathered together as we use all of God's writings together. 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 the podcast.