Apr 15, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, “Men above the age of 25 and aren’t married are a menace to society” is a quote I hear a lot of members of the Church use. A lot of people say that Brigham Young said it. I can’t find anything about Brigham Young or any...
Apr 14, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, My husband and I were sealed in the temple 20 years ago and have 5 children. We have been active in the church this whole time. We have been experiencing marital issues for the past several years during which he has broken those covenants made...
Apr 12, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, Why did Joseph Smith have the offices of the Nauvoo Expositor ransacked and the printing press destroyed and thrown into the middle of the street? Steve Answer Steve, In order to understand the destruction of Nauvoo Expositor...
Apr 11, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I have a friend who is a forgiving person, however, my friend keeps forgiving others while they take advantage of hurting my friend. I tried telling my friend to stand tall but my friend said, “No, I’m just a forgiving...
Apr 10, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I just read your answer to Robert’s question about retiring and living off of Social Security. He quoted President Kimball’s October 1977 General Conference address that “No true Latter-day Saint, while physically or emotionally able will...
Apr 9, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, Why didn’t 1/3 part of God’s children accept God’s plan of salvation? What was the main reason they followed Satan? Raja Answer Raja, This is an excellent question, I believe,any person who has read the scriptures will or has...
Apr 6, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I would like to prove to my boss that unrighteous dominion applies to the work place as well as in the home. He is a Bishop and a temple officiator as well. But the two worlds are not the same. I need to show him that it applies to everything. Jon...
Apr 5, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, What is the church’s understanding or belief in regards to the spear of destiny. Do we believe in its existence? I’m pretty sure we don’t believe in its “power.” Please enlighten me. Court Answer Dear Court, Like...
Apr 4, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, Why do some get so many trials while others are happy and prosperous? Why don’t people understand me and force me to do things I don’t like? Babit Answer Babit, When we contemplate God’s love, his mercy, and his grace while...
Mar 30, 2014 | Current issues
Question Gramps, What is the church’s take on the Council of Nicea as it relates to LDS doctrine? Court Answer Court, Some may not know what the Council of Nicea is about, so let me briefly explain it, then I’ll take up your question. In the early...