Can one be forgiven of abortion?

Can one be forgiven of abortion?

Jun 3, 2018 | Abortion

Question   Dear Gramps, We know that all sins can be forgiven except that of denying the Holy Ghost. In the case of murder I know that one can be forgiven but never obtain eternal life, only the telestial kingdom. In the cause of abortion is it the same in that...
How can we be certain that abortion is forgivable?

How can we be certain that abortion is forgivable?

Aug 26, 2016 | Abortion, Forgiveness

Question   Dear Gramps, I am currently going though a process of repentance for the terrible sin of abortion. It has been a painful journey and I am living on hope and faith that the worst sin I’ve ever committed is forgivable.  My question is, although it...
Can someone who has had an abortion go to the temple?

Can someone who has had an abortion go to the temple?

May 14, 2016 | Abortion

Question   Gramps, Can someone who has had an abortion go to the temple and go to the Celestial Kingdom? Raia   Answer   Hello Raia, Thank you for your question. As you must be aware, abortion is a serious topic and one that the church does not take...
Can one be baptized if they have had an abortion?

Can one be baptized if they have had an abortion?

Feb 21, 2014 | Abortion, Baptism

Question   Gramps, Can you be baptized if you have had an abortion? Trudy   Answer   Trudy, The short answer is yes…. Yes you can. Baptism is about having faith in Christ and having the desire and willingness to repent, in addition to joining the...
Revelation

Revelation

Aug 12, 2011 | Abortion, Forgiveness, Mormon Doctrine

Dear Gramps, I am very confused. In the Journal of Discourses there are a few quotes by John Taylor saying that any person who has an abortion can never receive eternal life in the celestial kindgom. Today Elder Boyd K. Packer has said that you can be forgiven of an...
What does the LDS Church say about abortion?

What does the LDS Church say about abortion?

Aug 7, 2010 | Abortion

Question   Gramps, I am a member but I have always wondered what the church has said about abortion. Thanks Gramps! Ashley   Answer   Dear Ashley, The taking of a human life, either before or after birth, is a grievous sin. The fact that many people in...
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