What is the Church policy regarding cremation?
Question Gramps, Does the Church have a policy regarding cremation? Victoria Answer Victoria, Historically, the Church has counseled that “consignment to the earth is proper and appropriate.” This sentiment appears in multiple Church documents and...
How can I be sure that an angel is of the Lord and not from Satan?
Question Gramps, How can I be sure that the angel I saw in my dream is really an angel of the Lord and not from Satan? I’ve experienced a couple of different dreams about different angels. They are very vivid and I remember every detail. However, one who...
Is there a difference between the gift and power of the Holy Ghost?
Question Gramps, 1 Nephi 13:37 says that the blessings of bringing forth Zion include the gift and the power of the Holy Ghost. Is there a difference between the gift and power? If so, what is it? James Answer James, After baptism, we talk of...
How do we know if a prophet is a true prophet?
Question Gramps, How do we know if a prophet is a true prophet, and how is a new one selected? Various submissions Answer Hello everyone, With the death of President Russell M. Nelson, several questions have again arisen regarding the succession...
What do we take with us when we die?
Question Gramps, What characteristics and knowledge do we take with us when we die? Norma Answer Norma, Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that growth does not end with death; rather, the next stage of existence is...
Who are the Lord’s Anointed?
Question Gramps, Who are the Lord’s anointed? Jon Answer Jon, In ancient Israel, anointing was a tangible ritual. Priests and kings received a ceremonial outpouring of oil to set them apart for sacred service. Exodus records the instruction:...
Are we commanded to bless our food before eating?
Question Gramps, Are we commanded to bless our food before eating? Cheyenne Answer Cheyenne, The act of pausing before a meal to bow one’s head in prayer is almost universal among Latter-day Saint families. Whether uttered in homes, at large...
What did the Lord mean when he said, “Be ye therefore perfect?”
Question Gramps, The commandment of “Be ye therefore perfect…” is a stretch for our imaginations, let alone our abilities. I understand we have time after this life to accomplish this monumental task of perfection. I wonder what the...
