How is it that Lazarus died twice if scriptures state man dies once?
Question Gramps, How do we reconcile that Lazarus died, then was raised from the dead to later die again with Hebrews 9:27 as with all those who were raised from the dead? The scripture says man dies but once to die no more. Donald Answer Donald,...
Is God actively engaged?
Question Gramps, I want to know, whether God just sits on a throne the whole time and orders angels or people to do things. Is He actively engaged as well? Does He move around and do things too, and what might be meant by throne exactly, I'd appreciate your...
What city was the location of the drowning of the swine?
Question Gramps, What city was the drowning of the swine? I've heard the area of Gadarene, Decapolis and Sennabris, Bill Answer Hi Bill, Thank you for your question. This is a question that doesn't have a clear answer in scriptures. But we do...
How do you tell if scriptures refer to Jesus Christ or Heavenly Father?
Question Gramps, I was reading in 1st Nephi chapter 3 and wondering if referencing the Lord is referring to Jesus Christ or to Heavenly Father. How do you tell the difference when Lord is used in the scriptures and who it’s referring to? LeAnn Answer...
Does John the Beloved hold the keys to the priesthood?
Question Gramps, In D&C 7:7 it says: “…and unto you three I will give this power & the keys of this ministry until I come.” Peter, James & John were given the keys of the priesthood until Christ comes. Now, Peter/James died, but John is still...
Will speech impediments still exist after death?
Question Gramps, If a person has a speech impediment (a lisp) on this side of the veil, will he/she still have that impediment on the other side, prior to being exalted? Charles Answer Dear Charles, While we have few teachings about the condition...
Where is it said that Satan is a spirit son of God?
Question Gramps, Where in the scriptures does it say that Satan is a spirit son of God? I can't find one scripture. My daughter is questioning our beliefs and all I find is that he is an "angel." Marianne Answer Dear Marianne, First, please...
How do we have free will?
Question Dear Gramps, If God is all-knowing and all-powerful, how do we have free will? That seems to contradict itself. If he is all powerful and all knowing, then why would he be making/allowing people to live their life in a way that would derail them from...
How was God once a man if He is eternal?
Question Hello Grandpa I have a question and it is the following. How is it that God was once a man and was exalted to be a God according to the teachings of King Follet? Psalm 90 verse 2 says God was always eternal. Could you explain it to me please? Mauro...
Will Satan have influence in the spirit world?
Question Gramps, Will Satan have influence in the Spirit World to those being taught the gospel? Rod Answer Hello Rod! This is one subject where I am thankful for the gift of modern prophets to help clarify what isn't very clearly taught about in...