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...
Mar 31, 2013 | Current issues, Happiness, Life's Lessons, Prayer
Hello Gramps, I am a 27 year old divorced LDS woman. I have been divorced for 3 years and I have just graduated from nursing school. I tried attending YSA activities but I felt very out of place due to the fact that most of the people are between 18-21 and are in a...
Mar 4, 2013 | Blessings, Family Roots
Question Gramps, We really love your site and have been a subscriber for years. Thank you for the kind service you render to those of us seeking answers. My question…My husband, (I am his second wife) has several children in the tribe of Ephraim. He has...
Mar 3, 2013 | Blessings, Repentance, Worthiness
When I got my patriarchal blessing several years ago, I was not worthy. I deliberately lied during the interview. I have since confessed and have been working to correct my behavior (struggles with pornography and masturbation) and have made some progress in the year...