To see the Archaeology of Nazareth lecture, and so much more, join us at TSAR.website. To get a discount as Seagullbook.com, use the code KERRY2025. In this episode Kerry and Lamar are joined by Andrea Woodmansee, who has been studying Jewish wedding traditions from the time of the Savior and how it helps us understand biblical texts. They begin by exploring imagery in John 10, and then follow that line of reasoning to understand the betrothal process and other elements of Jewish weddings that make the Christmas story come to life. You will understand and appreciate Mary and Joseph like never before. They also focus on the gift of Christ. We are grateful for our generous sponsors. We are also grateful for Launchpad Consulting Studios for producing the podcast, and to Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

Please give even $10 to help the podcast keep going. Go to TheScripturesAreReal.org to see ways to donate.

Also, please register for the Church History Workshop that will be held on January 2nd (not the 3rd) at my house. Go to TSAR.website to register. Here is what we will talk about:

10 am: Welcome

10:15 – 11:00: Smith Family and First Vision

11:00-12:00: Moroni’s visits and Joseph’s Tutoring

12:00-12:15: break

12:15 – 1:00 Translation of the Book of Mormon and the development of a prophet

1:00 – 1:45: lunch

1:45 – 2:45: Translation of the Bible and its impact on revelation

2:45 – 3:45: Consecration in Ohio and Missouri and what it teaches us about consecration today in our lives

3:00 – 4:00 break

4:00 – 5:00 Missouri Period and how it ties to the development of the Church

Afterwards, those who want to go to dinner together can.

In this episode Kerry and Andy talk about the role of Moroni and how he leaves us with a powerful testimony. They especially explore the role of the Holy Ghost in the way that Moroni talks about it, and how it draws on the Doctrine of Christ.

Dr. Skinner points out and teaches about the 8 exhortations that Moroni gives us in this one chapter. He touches on the need to remember, and to ask, and the power of the Holy Ghost and how it enters us and changes us and helps us understand and know all things. They also talk about the gifts God gives us and how they are not over and we should experience them. They also talk about how pride can rob us of joy and these gifts. They also talk about loving godliness more than ungodliness, and letting God prevail in your life. They talk about the grace of God in all of this.

We would love it if you joined us for a Church History workshop this Saturday, Jan. 14th. We will cover a bunch of topics that we think will make it so that you get more out of the entire year of studying D&C and Church History. Go to TSAR.website to register.

In this episode renowned scholar Robert Millet explores with Kerry the powerful teachings in Moroni 7-10. They look at what hope and faith mean, and how they are interrelated. They also discuss how charity springs from those attributes, and how those attributes come from charity. They talk about how the Holy Ghost is a key component to all of this, and how recognizing that all good things come from God can increase your ability to receive promptings from the Spirit. They also talk about the profound things we learn about Christ's atoning sacrifice as they discuss Mormon's teachings about infant baptism.

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

Please consider giving to us for the week of Giving Tuesday. We could use any amount of donation. Go to TheScripturesAreReal.org for giving options, or email us at TheScripturesAreReal@gmail.com.

Also, we would love for you to join us in a workshop at Kerry's house to prepare for Church History. Go to TSAR.Website to learn more and to register. Or email at TheScripturesAreReal@gmail.com for more information.

In this special episode Kerry leads a roundtable discussion with Jenet Erickson and Byran Korth. They look at hos Moroni's teachings about how to help the Church nourish and flourish also applies to families and friends. They discuss how to nourish with the good word of God when people may not want to be nourished. They also look at how Moroni's teachings tie covenants to nourishing and coming to Christ. They talk about the importance of centering on and having faith in Christ, and how that brings hope to all of us regardless of circumstances. They address the importance of finding joy while loved ones struggle.

We are grateful for our generous sponsors who make the podcast possible. We are also grateful for Launchpad Consulting Studios, who produce the podcast, and for Rich Nicholls, who composed and plays the music for the podcast.

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In this episode Brett Miller and Kerry discuss the way that Moroni uses Ether to teach lessons they have both learned in the trials they went through. They explore how trials refine us and the lessons Moroni and Ether try to help us understand it very well. They teach about how our relationship with the Savior affects the way we learn from trials and from life, and bring in insights from their service as bishop. They discuss how we need to come to a place where we completely rely on Christ, and how Christ then prepares for us a personalized place in the mansions of His Father. They also teach about how we need to be filled with love for others, and then remember how that felt when we are not feeling it.

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

In this episode Kerry and Lamar explore the Jaredite barge stones and possible parallels with the ark and the flood (see season 1, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PptNX0rL1cs). They also discuss the symbolic journey of the barges, and lessons to be learned from the cycle of righteousness that the Jaredites continually went through. They discuss the secret combinations of their day and lessons Moroni wants us to learn for our day. They also talk about the peace that can come from living righteously and believing even during times of terrible chaos and insanity.

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

In this episode Kerry and Sister Michelle Craig talk about learning to ask for blessings and miracles from God. They delve into how that interacts with personal revelation. They also talk about the archetypal journey the Jaredites were on and how we can learn from it They explore the practice God gave them on that journey, and the miracles that came as a result. They also talk about the fears, growth and faith of the brother of Jared. They tie that faith into the ability to move forward with God's power, tying that into Sister Craig's call and her response to it. They then see God's redemptive power in the story.

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

In this episode Kerry and General Authority Emeritus Elder Dennis B. Neuenschwander discuss Mormon's last address. They particularly key in on how Mormon emphasizes the need to recognize Israelite heritage. They look into what that means and how it should impact us. Elder Neuenschwander's experience in various parts of the world and as a patriarch give him a wonderful insight on this topic.

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