Is marriage for eternity in the Mormon temple a requirement for exaltation in the celestial kingdom?
Question Dear Gramps, Should the quotation from John Taylor be interpreted as meaning that those who do not marry in this life may have the opportunity to do so in the millennium, thereby attaining exaltation, if they are otherwise worthy? I have been an...
According to the New Testament account, why do both Jesus and Paul favor celibacy over marriage?
Question Gramps Given the central motif of marriage throughout the Bible (between God and Israel, Christ and the Church, etc.), not to mention the original purpose of women–to be a companion of men–why do both Jesus and Apostle Paul sanction celibacy as even...
Should I get married in the Mormon Church Temple if my family is against it?
Question Dear Gramps, I’m getting married in the temple this summer as a recent convert to the church, and will have been a member of the Mormon Church for a year in July. My family is having a really hard time with the temple ceremony and not being able to...
Should I limit my activity in the Mormon Church in order to improve my marriage relationship with my non-member husband?
Question Gramps, I frequently read your questions and responses and they bring quite a bit of thoughtful information and perspective into my life. My question to you is regarding my status in the Church. I am a married woman whose husband is not a member. I...
If am not sealed for eternity to a companion in this life, will I have to wait for the Millennenium for that work to be performed?
Question Hi Gramps, Thanks for taking the time to answer questions. I know that we will not be alone in the next world if we stay faithful and keep our covenants. We are told a companion will be provided. I think this is a great part of the gospel, but my...
My girlfriend feels that we should not get married. Should I hang in there or just walk away?
Question Dear Gramps, I love reading your questions and answers and find them both uplifting and inspiring. I desperately need your help… I am recently divorced, having been separated for over a year from my wife of 17 years. I met a beautiful woman online and...
How does Matthew 20:30 fit in with celestial marriage?
There is no marrying in heaven, but those who are married in the holy temple during mortality, if they keep the covenants made in that holy ordinance, they will remain as husband and wife in their exalted state throughout all eternity.
Should I marry my non-member sweetheart?
The Holy Spirit will never inspire a person to marry outside of the temple, or to violate any other of the commandments of God.
If a divorced person marries again is that considered adultery?
When the Savior says “he who puts away his wife causes her to commit adultery,” he is referring to a separation without a legal divorce. When the Savior refers to a legal divorce he uses the term “writing of divorcement.”
