Answers about Various Topics of Mormon Beliefs

My patriarchal blessing doesn’t mention the first resurrection. Does that mean I’m not eligible?

Jan 4, 2021 | Afterlife, Blessings

Question Gramps, Many people who have received their Patriarchal blessing are told they will come forth in the morning of the first resurrection based on their worthiness. My wife’s blessing says that. My Patriarchal blessing makes no mention of the my...

President Nelson talked about counting blessings and recounting problems. Does that mean past too?

Dec 20, 2020 | Forgiveness, Repentance

Question Dear Gramps, Thru my eyes I was a mean mother and daughter with addictions. I can never make this up to those I have injured. I selfishly took from everyone. I am an old woman now, and for 25 years I have tried to be the best mother and grandmother I...

Why does the Church pay seminary and institute teachers?

Dec 13, 2020 | Mormon Policy

Question Hi gramps, I was curious about why the church pays seminary and institute teachers (at least in Utah, I know they don’t pay every single one) and was thinking if that was paid ministry? Because our church condemns that…I don’t have doubts at all,...

Is saying “Thank God” taking the Lord’s name in vain?

Dec 10, 2020 | God

Question Hi gramps! Is saying “Thank God” taking the Lord’s name in vain? I tried to research this; I concluded that “in vain” means using it as a swear, without thinking of the Lord, such as in omg, or using it to promote...

What is the difference between a sign and a token?

Dec 8, 2020 | AAAA AskGramps Website, LDS Church

Question Gramps, What is the difference between a sign and a token? Can you describe where temple tokens and signs are mentioned? William Answer William, I’ll take the tactic of Bro. Hugh Nibley when discussing things about the temple. ...

How can I make prayer more meaningful when I’m so tired?

Nov 26, 2020 | AAAA AskGramps Website, Prayer

Question Gramps, How can one make prayer more meaningful when they are so tired after working a late shift and all they want to do is sleep. Margaret Answer Margaret, I hear you. And unfortunately, if you’re trying to say a meaningful...

Can a person inherit the Celestial Kingdom if previously excommunicated?

Nov 24, 2020 | AAAA AskGramps Website, Forgiveness

Question Gramps, If a person was voluntarily excommunicated for adultery but repents with full restoration of blessings, having been faithful for over 30 years, including remarriage in the temple, is there any doctrine or conditions which would prevent that...

Are General Authorities making a lot of money doing what they do?

Nov 22, 2020 | AAAA AskGramps Website, Mormon Policy

Question Gramps, My son is under the impression that the general authorities are just making a lot of money, and that they “know what’s going on” , but hide it from the public. -So, do the general authorities get an income for serving in...

Since the veil was torn in the temple after Christ’s death, are temples still necessary?

Nov 21, 2020 | Temples

Question Hi, I’m a recent convert and my parents are dedicated mainstream Christians who are very concerned about my decision. Their biggest worry is about temples, they say that since the veil was torn in the temple after Christ’s death on the cross He took...

How do our temples reconcile with Acts 17:24?

Nov 12, 2020 | Temples

Question Dear Gramps, In the Bible, The Book of Acts, Chapter 17 verse 24 says God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth NOT in temples made with hands. With that stated, how do you explain the LDS...

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My patriarchal blessing doesn’t mention the first resurrection. Does that mean I’m not eligible?

President Nelson talked about counting blessings and recounting problems. Does that mean past too?

Why does the Church pay seminary and institute teachers?

Is saying “Thank God” taking the Lord’s name in vain?

What is the difference between a sign and a token?

How can I make prayer more meaningful when I’m so tired?

Can a person inherit the Celestial Kingdom if previously excommunicated?

Are General Authorities making a lot of money doing what they do?

Since the veil was torn in the temple after Christ’s death, are temples still necessary?

How do our temples reconcile with Acts 17:24?

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