May 3, 2011 | Bible, Current issues, Premortal Life
In our pre-mortal existence, one third part of the the hosts of Heaven were cast down with the adversary. Where are those “1/3rd hosts of Heaven? Richard Dear Richard, Satan and the 1/3 part of the Hosts of Heaven that were thrust down, are here on this earth...
May 2, 2011 | Book of Mormon, Current issues, Doctrine & Covenants, Forgiveness, Jesus Christ, Sexual Issues
My sister and I were all three molested as young girls by our father. He raped one of my sisters. We also suffered severe physical abuse. He was excommunicated. When as adults we confronted him with this he denied it. He has since apologized blaming his actions on his...
Apr 27, 2011 | Current issues, Forgiveness
I am having periods of difficulty forgetting and I assume forgiving my husband for cheating. I include forgiving because I can’t seem to forget. On top of cheating there have been several situations that not only were demeaning and hurtful, but frankly destroyed...
Apr 25, 2011 | Depression, God, Love
Lately I have been feeling more and more depressed. I feel as if God does not love me anymore. I try my best to be a good person but I have done some bad things. If I were Heavenly Father, I would not love me either. I feel like even though I have repented that I...
Apr 24, 2011 | Bible, Book of Mormon, Current issues, Jesus Christ
Can you please enlighten me as I am confused with the visitation of Christ to the Americas after 3 days and yet he also revealed himself in Jerusalem after 3 days. Was he in 2 places at once? Ace Dear Ace, Your question is a good one, given that we tend to think that...
Apr 20, 2011 | Addictions, Current issues, Jesus Christ, Life's Lessons
Hi Gramps, Thanks for all that you do. I had a question… I am confused on what I should do when apostles, prophets, and other church leaders say, “Lay your burdens and/or habits on Jesus Christ and he will help carry your burdens and/or take away your...
Mar 2, 2011 | Bible, Forgiveness, Sexual Issues
Gramps, Was the apostle Paul supporting the practice of being celebate as he has stated in his letter to the Corinthians that he would that we remain even as he was? L. from India Dear L. In 1 Cor. 6, Paul is admonishing the Saints to avoid unchastity. (v 18, Flee...
Feb 27, 2011 | Current issues, Jesus Christ, Priesthood
Dear Gramps, I sometimes wonder, how come in the time of Christ were there more than one set of apostles called and why there is only THE twelve today. What I mean is that Jesus called his apostles, those who ministered with him and then when he was resurrected and...
Feb 25, 2011 | Jesus Christ, Worthiness
Question Dear Gramps, What does it mean to take upon you the name of the Lord Jesus Christ? If you have any scriptures to help out they would be appreciated. Thanks! Chris Answer Dear Chris, Taking upon ourselves the name of Christ can mean...