Is “God” of the Old Testament the same as Jesus of the New Testament?
Question Dear Gramps, Is “God” of the Old Testament the same as Jesus of the New Testament? Lisa Answer Dear Lisa, There are three members of the Godhead–God, the Father, who is called by the Hebrews, Eloheim; Jesus Christ, the only begotten Son...
With negative talk about some religions, how do I keep reaching for my own understanding of God?
Question Dear Gramps, I have been an firm believer in Christ for an long time now for numerous reasons. Now as a grown man there has been negative talk about Jehovah Witnesses and now Mormons. The only reason I quit going to traditional churches was because...
In Mosiah, how is Abinadi making a connection to God the Father?
Question Gramps, I have always been confused by these verses and the explanation by Abinadi. Can you explain how Abinadi is making the connection to God the father in these verses. Thanks. Bud Answer Dear Bud, Abinadi’s wording is indeed...
Will God not help someone because of free will?
Question Gramps, I’ve been told that God will not help someone out because of free will. He cannot interfere with free will because of the fact that this is a fallen world. His hands are tied. Is this true? That no amount of faith can overcome the demands of...
Why does God allow innocent people to suffer at the hands of nature?
Question Gramps, Why does God allow innocent people to suffer? Not just by the hands of others but also in nature like people starving to death or killed and suffering some other ways by the hands of nature not because of the agency of other people. Brittney...
How can we justify to an investigator the trinity as three separate bodies?
Question Gramps, I have been approached by a investigator who wishes to know how we can justify the Trinity as three separate bodies instead of only one. The young lady in question cannot accept this, among some other points we believe. I used the scriptures...
Does God have a sense of humor?
Question Dear Gramps, Does God have a sense of humor? Sebastian Answer Dear Sebastian, To attempt to answer that question, it would seem appropriate to first come to a consensus of what humor is. Let me try a little development on that point. In...
I do not believe that God is all powerful. Don’t the elements obey because of their own volition?
Question Gramps, I really do appreciate reading your responses to the submitted questions. This isn’t really a question, but a statement. Although you quoted the scriptures stating that God is all powerful, I really don’t think that is the case. He...
