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S3 E65 Christ's Sacramental Invitation by John Tanner (3 Nephi 17-19) Oct 06, 2024

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In this episode John Tanner and Kerry explore the Savior's message to descendants of Lehi. They most especially focused on the institution of the Sacrament and the power and import of that ordinance.

We are grateful for our generous donors and sponsors, and for our producer, Launchpad Consulting Studio, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E64 Christ Invites to Come Follow Him (3 Nephi 12-16) Sep 29, 2024

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In this episode Kerry and Rob Eaton explore the different ways Christ invites us to come to him, and how the context of the righteous descendants of Lehi changes the way we can understand the Sermon on the Mount.

We are grateful for our generous donors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studios who produces the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E63 Aid in Following the Prophet: Dive into D&C 109 Sep 22, 2024

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Don't miss this special episode. Our audience asked for help in studying section 109 like our prophet asked us to, so we gave it to you.

Steve Harper, one of the greatest experts ever on the Doctrine and Covenants, helps Kerry explore Section 109, the Kirtland Temple dedicatory prayer. Last conference President Nelson asked us to study section 109, so in this episode we share with you the context, and show how it teaches again and again the power of covenants and how God wants to sanctify and change us. This episode is invigorating and powerful.

We are grateful for our generous donors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studio for producing the episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E62 Receiving Light out of Darkness with Kent Brown (3 Nephi 8-11) Sep 22, 2024

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Make sure you tune in for the second episode this week. Viewers asked for help with doing what President Nelson asked us to when he said to study Section 109, so we did an episode where we explored that section for you.

Kent mentions some articles in this episode. Here is the information for them: Benjamin R. Jordan, “‘Many Great and Notable Cities Were Sunk’: Liquefaction in the Book of Mormon,” BYU Studies 38/3 (1999): 119–22. Benjamin R. Jordan, “Volcanic Destruction in the Book of Mormon: Possible Evidence from Ice Cores,” Journal of Book of Mormon Studies 12/1 (2003): 78–87. Bart J. Kowallis, “In the Thirty and Fourth Year: A Geologist’s View of the Great Destruction in 3 Nephi,” BYU Studies 37/3 (1997–98): 136–90.

In this episode Kent Brown and Kerry explore the disaster and darkness that came at Christ's death, and the amazing burst of light that came a year later when Christ appeared to them. They then delve into the incredible things Christ taught them, and they experienced, when He appeared to them. In the way that only Kent Brown can, they explore the relationship between God and His Son, and His Son and His children.

We are grateful for our generous donors, and for our producer, Launchpad Consulting Studios, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E61 Through the Eyes of Awe (3 Nephi 1-7) Sep 15, 2024

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Space for one more couple just opened for our Oct. 10 Church History Tour. Email now to get that spot on this very special tour: thescripturesarere@Gmail.com.

In this episode Stephen Taeger and Kerry explore just a few verses and the incredible impact they can have on us as we realize the awe we should have for God and what He does for us. This launches them into a discussion about being able to recognize miracles and how doing so increases gratitude, faith, and the opportunity for more miracles.

We are grateful for our generous sponsors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studios for producing the episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E60 Hope in Chaos: Signs of Christ's Coming (Helaman 13-16) Sep 08, 2024

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In this episode Kerry and Andrew Skinner talk about the amazing prophecies of Samuel the Lamanite. They discuss the powerful lessons Samuel teaches and how it parallels what will happen in our day. They talk about the need to remember God and what He has done for us, and explore the need for daily repentance and how to go about that. They also emphasize the ability to receive daily revelation.

We are grateful for our sponsor, and for Launchpad Consulting Studios for producing the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E59 Prophets and the Coming of Christ (Helaman 7-12) Sep 01, 2024

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Join us for the spiritual cruise of a lifetime (with Kerry, Brent and Wendy Top, Jenny Oaks Baker, Elaine Dalton, Nathan Pacheco, Conlon and Rachel Bonner, Bruce Porter, and others)! We will leave from San Diego and hit luscious ports and try to create the kind of spiritual momentum we need in these times and as we start 2025. Go to goanddotravel.com, select the Momentum 25 West cruise, and use the promo code KERRY.

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In the episode Kim Matheson and Kerry discuss the way Mormon uses this part of Helaman to teach us about prophets. The explore the parallels Mormon makes between Old Testament prophets and those in the Book of Mormon. They talk about how this directs us in our lives. The discussion brings them to prayer, and to Christ.

We are grateful for our sponsors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studio for producing the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E 58 Keys to Breaking the Pride Cycle, Founded on Christ (Helaman 1-6) Aug 25, 2024

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Get ready for Come Follow Me D&C/Church History! We are conducting a tour this Fall specifically to help us get ready for next year's Come Follow Me. We will go to the sites in a way that is specifically designed to help you get more out of next year's study. For information email the scripturesarereal@gmail.com.

Also, join us on the cruise of a lifetime to start out 2025 with great spiritual momentum. Join us on the Momentum 25 West cruise, leaving from San Diego and going to luscious Baja ports in Mexico. Go to goanddotravel.com, use the promo code KERRY, and hear from me and other great lecturers and enjoy music from Jenny Oaks Baker and some of the Bonners and Nathan Pacheco and others.

In this episode Patrick Mason and Kerry explore the things that lead the Nephites to terrible lows, and the things that can break us all out of that pride cycle. They talk about the things that bring pain and sorrow, and the things that bring peace. They focus on the opportunity to have peace, and what it takes. They also look at the different motivations that lead to either sorrow or peace, and explore the importance of pure desires.

We are grateful for our sponsors, and for our producer, Launchpad Consulting Studio, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E57 Heroes Needed: Brad Wilcox on Being and Building God's Stripling Warriors (Alma 54-63) Aug 18, 2024

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Join us on a Spiritual Momentum Cruise! Go to goanddotravel.com, choose the Momentum 25 West Cruise, and use the promo code KERRY to get a discount and join Kerry, Elain Dalton, Brent and Wendy Top, Jenny Oaks Baker, some of the Bonners, and a host of others for what will be an amazing cruise to launch us into the new year with tremendous spiritual momentum.

Also join us for a Church History Tour to get ready for the 2025 Come Follow Me year. Email us at thescripturesarereal@gmail.com to learn more.

In this episode Brad and Kerry explore the difference the stripling warriors made in Nephite life, and how those principles are so needed in our day, and the how we can use them in our lives and the lives of those we love. This is an incredibly important topic, and we need everyone to listen and use it.

We are grateful for our sponsors, and for Launchpad Consulting Studio for producing the episode, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

S3 E56 Surviving the Spiritual Assassins Around Us (Alma 43-52) Aug 11, 2024

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Join us for for an in-person Meet and Greet for The Scriptures Are Real fans on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 6 pm in room 213 of the Joseph Smith Building at BYU. Also join us for a live online lecture on Wednesday the 28th at 6 pm MDT at our Patreon website, TSAR.website. We would love to be with you! In this episode

Kerry and Lamar explore the rich and powerful symbolism of the war chapters. They talk about how in our day there truly are people who want to kill our testimonies and those of our loved ones, and the chapters for this week contain the ideas we need to know how to defend ourselves and those around us. They delve into principle after principle and draw out powerful ideas to help us survive the unprecedented attacks we are all experiencing.

We are grateful for our sponsor, and for Launchpad Consulting Studio for producing the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

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