Oct 20, 2018 | Current issues
Question Dear Gramps, I am a convert to the church of 5 years. My husband has been in the church almost 3 years. We have three sons under the age of ten and one due in November. I am far from perfect but try each day to do better and be a good example for my...
Oct 17, 2018 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I was wondering if Job really existed? Is there a church statement that said he did, or do we just assume he did. I have heard from scholars that his life is more of just a symbolism (perhaps of Christ). I am confused on the subject. Victor...
Oct 14, 2018 | Bible, Current issues
Question Gramps, My question goes this way. Now in the modern world, all churches base their laws on the New Testament. Why can’t they remove the Old Testament from the bible? Samuel Answer Dear Samuel, I find the best way to answer this...
Oct 13, 2018 | Current issues
Question Dear gramps, Are the writings of Ellen White truly inspired and in harmony with the bible? I see many people accept her teachings but I can see some confusing statements from her. Can you explain whether Ellen G White is truly a prophet? Anonymous...
Oct 12, 2018 | Current issues
Question Gramps, A friend argued his point that members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints only call Heavenly Father by this title. That we are never allowed to use God, Lord or King. As a recent convert I did not know for sure. Christina...
Oct 9, 2018 | Current issues
Question Gramps, There are several books written by members who claim they have seen the future and are commanded by God and angels to warn the public about what they have seen. They are even giving firesides in church buildings on the topic. Many members...
Oct 8, 2018 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I know that, according to Elder Uchtdorf, we should not seek to hide or to lead in the church. Instead, we should joyfully “lift where we stand.” Should we follow the same principle in the business world? For instance, I work at a...
Oct 7, 2018 | Current issues
Question Dear Gramps, Section 84 of the Doctrine & Covenants details the Oath and Covenant of the Priesthood. It is my understanding that an oath is a solemn verbal declaration. Yet I remember making no such verbal declaration when I was ordained to the...
Oct 5, 2018 | Current issues
Question Dear Gramps, I am a young man who is single. I have been trying to find an eternal companion, but I have yet to be successful. I hear a lot about how if a young woman doesn’t get married because she doesn’t have the chance she will have...
Oct 4, 2018 | Current issues
Question Gramps, I am our ward financial clerk and just became aware that rent receipts submitted may be fraudulent. What should I do? Valrick Answer Hello Valrick, Thank you for your question. It is unfortunate that you have been placed in this...
