How can the Lord forgive us when He knows we will sin again?
The Lord will truly forgive anyone who truly repents. We must never give up, even if we feel we’ll never be completely free from temptation.
Is there a Mormon concept of the “rapture”?
The Christian concept of the “rapture” is an old false sectarian notion. For a true account of the events related to the Second Coming of Christ the Mormon Doctrine and Covenants is in harmony with the Biblical account.
Was there a different ceremony for the Kirtland and Nauvoo Mormon Temples?
Only with the Nauvoo Temple did Mormons start to do temple ceremonies as they are today, the Kirtland Temple was preparatory.
Do Mormons still practice polygamy in their temples?
Mormons no longer practice polygamy, but if his first wife dies, a man can be married to second woman in a Mormon temple.
What side of the U.S. Civil War were Mormons on?
Mormons were generally from Northern states or England, consequently the members of the Mormon Church were generally opposed to slavery.
What did the pulpit letters stand for in the temple in Kirtland?
The letters on the pulpits of the Mormon Kirtland Temple referred to the Mormon Church positions of those who sat in those particular seats. One pulpit was for the Melchizedek Priesthood, the other for the Aaronic Priesthood.
What connections are there between the Mormons and the Masons?
Although Mormon prophet Joseph Smith was a Mason, he did not attend many meetings, did not reveal the Masons’ secrets, and was not murdered specifically by Masons. Since Joseph Smith restored Mormon temple ordinances before he ever became a Mason, there is no connection between the symbols of the Masons and of the Mormon temple.
How do I balance dealing with chronic illness and family problems?
We cannot control our relatives lives and must respect their choices, even if we disapprove. God will reward us for patient service and enduring.
Does a Church leader’s sins and mistakes affect his/her calling?
Mormons do not believe their leaders are perfect; only Jesus Christ is perfect. Thus Mormon Church leaders and even prophets make mistakes, but we are to respect their office and listen to them.
Can newborns remember their pre-earth life?
Personal experience seems to agree that newborns and toddlers may remember something of their pre-earth life.
