Feb 5, 2015 | Current issues, Miracles
Question Gramps, John was telling Jesus that there was a man [who not followeth them] casting out devils. But Jesus said, Forbid him not: for there is no man which shall do a miracle in my name. From my understanding – people can perform miracles with...
Dec 28, 2014 | Blessings, Trials
Question Gramps, Do I get a greater blessing for successfully enduring a trial? For example I don’t have a family. I was not blessed with children and my relatives are dead. I hear about how important family is. Will I get a greater blessing if I...
Dec 12, 2014 | Blessings, Priesthood
Question Gramps, How is the performing of a dedication of a home by a Priesthood holder done? Does he have to raise his hand? Thanks. Luis Answer Dear Luis, I would follow the Church Handbook of Instructions on this one: 20.11 Dedicating Homes...
Aug 4, 2014 | Gratitude, Prayer
Question Gramps, Should we pray over food in a public setting such as restaurants? Austin Answer Austin, We should always have a prayer in our hearts. As we read in Alma 34:27: “Yea, and when you do not cry unto the Lord, let...
Apr 27, 2014 | Blessings, Mormon Policy
Question Gramps,In our Gospel Principles class we were studying the priesthood organization. A question came about as to why we need two priesthood holders to perform a blessing for healing of the sick. I do know if necessary one priesthood holder could...
Oct 10, 2013 | Children, Family, Happiness
Question Dear Gramps, I joined the church at 28 and want my kids to live the standards. I struggle with how they are taught in YW/YM. They tell my kids that their friends aren’t really having fun hanging out and breaking the Law of Chastity etc. They know...
Apr 26, 2013 | Depression, Forgiveness, Happiness, Jesus Christ, Life's Lessons, Sexual Issues
I suffered from rape/molestation as a child and was told by my mother that “that’s the way guys are.” My mother wasn’t mentally capable of helping me as her abuse was suppressed as well. I spoke to my grandmother and she told me that my grandfather used to...
Apr 10, 2013 | Current issues, Happiness, Life's Lessons, Love, Missionary Work
Gramps, I have a boyfriend who is considering going on a mission soon. I am afraid a great deal about what is going to happen but the most bothersome thing about it is what if he changes? What’s the probability of him completely changing and falling for another...
