The Scriptures Are Real

Kerry Muhlestein

Book Of Mormon

Doctrine and Covenants

Jesus Christ

Joseph Smith

Old Testament

Faith

Covenants

Holy Week

Atonement

Repentance

Church Of Jesus Christ Of Latter-Day Saints

Atonement Of Jesus Christ

Covenant

Easter

Christ

Mosiah

Book Of Revelation

God

Alma

Church History

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 Sain... more

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Publishes	Twice weekly	Episodes	455	Founded	4 years ago
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Recent Guests

Joshua Matson

Dr. Joshua Matson, BYU Ancient Scripture faculty

Brigham Young University (Ancient Scripture)

Episode: S5 E39 Having Revelation and Faith, Even When the Journey Isn't What We Expected (Numbers)

Michael Biggerstaff

Dr. Michael Biggerstaff, BYU Ancient Scripture faculty

Brigham Young University (Ancient Scripture)

Episode: S5 E39 Having Revelation and Faith, Even When the Journey Isn't What We Expected (Numbers)

Dana Pike

Guest, Dr. Dana Pike, PhD in Hebrew Bible and ANE studies

University of Pennsylvania / BYU (scholar)

Episode: S5 E38 Will You Believe Christ Can Exalt You Or Will You Continue to Wander in the Wilderness? Such a Powerful Lesson from Ancient Israel! (Numbers)

Camille Frank Olson

Guest, BYU Ancient Scripture scholar

BYU Department of Ancient Scripture

Episode: S5 E38 Will You Believe Christ Can Exalt You Or Will You Continue to Wander in the Wilderness? Such a Powerful Lesson from Ancient Israel! (Numbers)

Avram Shannon

Dr. Avram Shannon, professor and colleague

University/Religious Education (as discussed in episode)

Episode: S5 E37 Sacrifice, Atonement, and Redemption: Do you want to really understand it? (Leviticus part 1)

Rabbi Jarrod Grover

Rabbi in Toronto, Canada, interfaith facilitator

Interfaith dialogue with LDS and Jewish communities

Episode: S5 E36 Learning from Ancient Temples about Modern Ones with Rabbis and Kerry (Temple and Sacrifice Thought)

Rabbi Joe Charnes

Rabbi, long-time contributor on Hebrew Bible topics

Jewish community

Episode: S5 E36 Learning from Ancient Temples about Modern Ones with Rabbis and Kerry (Temple and Sacrifice Thought)

Andrew Skinner

Dr. Andrew Skinner, BYU Religious Education faculty

BYU Religious Education

Episode: S5 E35 Part 2: Finding and Rejecting God: packed Exodus lessons on what to do and not to do! (Exodus 19-34)

Paul Hoskisson

Dr. Paul Hoskisson, former associate dean and professor of ancient scripture

BYU

Episode: S5 E35 Part 2: Finding and Rejecting God: packed Exodus lessons on what to do and not to do! (Exodus 19-34)

Hosts

Kerry Muhlestein

Host and expert on scriptural studies, known for engaging insights on the scriptures and their implications for modern faith practice.

Lamar Newmeyer

Co-host, contributing insightful perspectives on scriptural discussions and engaging with guests and listeners alike.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 680 ratings

Great CFM podcast
Thanks for all the great content, it’s very impactful! One suggestion I have for you Kerry is to let your guests speak more freely, it’s seems like you interject or cut them off a little too much.
Apple Podcasts
5
Mattie_S_C
United States3 months ago
Really Helpful!
This podcast has helped me better understand the Old Testament, improving my Come Follow Me study. I love learning more of the historic and linguistic context to better understand concepts.
Apple Podcasts
5
The True Stella
United States4 months ago
I've been following this podcast on various platforms for years, and the scriptures come to life over and over for me and my family through these conversations and those they spark in our home.
Audible
5
Blue Ray
United Statesa year ago
The name absolutely fits
I've been following this podcast on various platforms for years, and the scriptures come to life over and over for me and my family through these conversations and those they spark in our home.
Audible
5
Blue Ray
United Statesa year ago
Easter
Thank you so much for your great Easter week podcast! They were absolutely beautiful!
Apple Podcasts
5
Jogging Jan
United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the deep, insightful discussions that bring scriptures to life and make them relatable to their daily experiences.

The engaging content keeps audiences returning, as many find the host's expertise and the guest contributions enrich their spiritual study.

Some feedback suggests that guests with a solid background in scriptural or religious studies particularly enhance the quality of episodes.

Feedback often remarks on the positive impact of understanding scriptures more deeply and personally through the podcast's format and topics.

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Apple Podcasts	#3	United States/Education/Courses
Apple Podcasts	#80	United States/Education
Apple Podcasts	#20	Canada/Education/Courses
Apple Podcasts	#140	United Kingdom/Education/Courses
Apple Podcasts	#105	Australia/Education/Courses
Apple Podcasts	#19	New Zealand/Education/Courses

Talking Points

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S5 E38 Will You Believe Christ Can Exalt You Or Will You Continue to Wander in the Wilderness? Such a Powerful Lesson from Ancient Israel! (Numbers)

Q: How do the Daughters of Zalophehad influence later inheritance customs?

They prompt a change that ensures inheritance remains within the father's tribe when daughters marry within their tribe, preserving tribal and covenant continuity across generations.

S5 E36 Learning from Ancient Temples about Modern Ones with Rabbis and Kerry (Temple and Sacrifice Thought)

Q: What is the purpose of the ark and the inner life in the temple?

The ark represents the central holy life; outer gold and inner purity illustrate that true holiness begins inside and radiates outward, enabling access to God through covenant and purity.

S5 E24 Palm Sunday and Holy Week Worship with Eric Huntsman (Palm Sunday Special Episode)

Q: Why don't you tell us just a little bit about Holy Week for Latter-day Saints in general, and then we'll talk about Palms.

Eric Huntsman explains his personal and pastoral perspective on Holy Week, highlighting how LDS members can observe the week through scripture readings, family devotionals, music, and shared worship, and how Palm Sunday fits into a broader practice of commemorating Christ's life, suffering, and resurrection.

S5 E26 Holy Tuesday, Christ, Temples, and the Return of the King with Lani Hilton

Q: What is the main takeaway Kerry and Lani want listeners to remember from Holy Tuesday teachings?

The central takeaway is to love God with all your heart and to love your neighbor as yourself, and to live that love through service, readiness for the Savior's return, and study of his teachings.

S5 E21 Deliverance, Christ, and Redemption in the Joseph Story with Andrew Skinner (Genesis 42-50)

Q: What is the significance of Joseph's concealment of his identity when he first encounters his brothers in Egypt?

It allows him to judge their character and gauge genuine change in their hearts before fully reuniting, preventing old dynamics from resurfacing and enabling a more authentic reconciliation.

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Exploring the scriptures from a deeply personal and insightful perspective, this show connects ancient texts to modern-day experiences, particularly from the viewpoint of members of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Key themes include the historical and cultural context of scriptural passages, the significance of covenants, and the practical applications of scripture in everyday life. By featuring both expert guests and everyday individuals, engaging discussions emerge about how scriptures can truly resonate within personal spiritual journeys. Unique to the show is its focus on making scriptures come alive through various lenses, from archaeological insights to personal testimonies, which is likely to appeal to listeners seek... more

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