Answers about Various Topics of Mormon Beliefs

What discipline can one expect if violating the Law of Chastity? And for how long?

Jun 6, 2019 | Repentance, Sexual Issues

Question Dear Gramps, When an endowed priesthood holder violates the law of chastity before he is married, what church discipline is invoked and what is it based upon (severity, length of time, etc)? Kristi Answer Dear Kristi, The duties of a...

Why do we need a prophet if we can receive revelation on our own?

Jun 5, 2019 | Prophets

Question Gramps, Since we believe that God can speak to everyone individually through the spirit, why then would we need a prophet (Such as Russel M. Nelson)? What would God reveal to the Prophet that he could not tell me directly instead? My first guess is...

Why are there contradicting accounts of the First Vision by Joseph Smith?

May 27, 2019 | Church History

Question Hi Gramps, I was wondering – recently my husband heard that there were contradicting accounts of the First Vision from the Prophet Joseph Smith. Do you know anything about this? This is very disheartening to my husband and I’m at a loss.. not sure what...

What kingdom will Born Again Christians obtain who reject certain aspects of our religion?

May 21, 2019 | Afterlife

Question Dear Gramps, Do you have any ideas / suggestions what kind of kingdom devout, practicing Born Again Christians can inherit, that completely reject Joseph Smith and classify the LDS church as a cult? Andre Answer Andre, Unfortunately, the...

What is the situation of those who lived valiant lives during mortality but never had heard of the gospel of Jesus Christ?

May 16, 2019 | Afterlife

Question Dear Gramps, I have great faith and trust that Heavenly Father will do the best for his children, but I would like clarification on the matter of those who will come forth in the morning of the first resurrection. I do a lot of family history and...

How could God be just if children born in the covenant were to inherit the celestial kingdom in spite of their worthiness?

May 13, 2019 | Mormon Doctrine

Question Dear Gramps, I was researching what it means to born in the covenant…what benefits/responsibilities this conveys, etc. I read the Orson Whitney quote (which I had never seen) with some astonishment and a feeling of deep humility for the love and...

Is investing in a marijuana company going against Church doctrine or standards?

May 7, 2019 | Obedience, Worthiness

Question Hey Gramps team! I love your work. You’re the best. I’m considering dabbling into investing. And I’m tempted to find a marijuana company to focus on. I think it’s only a matter of time before recreational marijuana will be tolerated in the nation and...

What happens to the money paid as tithing in the United Kingdom?

May 6, 2019 | Mormon Policy, Tithing

Question Hello Gramps Can you please tell me what happens to the money that results from tithing in the UK? Is it kept in the UK in whole or in part to be used by the Church for UK expenditure? David Answer Dear David, All tithing donations are to...

When did the American Founding Fathers appear in the St. George temple?

May 5, 2019 | Church History

Question Dear Gramps, I am looking for an account of the Founding Fathers coming to the St George Mormon Temple to have their work done. There is a copy of the painting in Washington DC Temple. Where can I find this account? Steve Answer Dear...

Does God get angry?

May 4, 2019 | God

Question Gramps, Does God get angry? Melissa Answer Dear Melissa, God absolutely gets angry! The scriptures attest to His wrath that get poured out among the wicked, and it is not spared against those who fail to live up to their covenants. The...

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What discipline can one expect if violating the Law of Chastity? And for how long?

Why do we need a prophet if we can receive revelation on our own?

Why are there contradicting accounts of the First Vision by Joseph Smith?

What kingdom will Born Again Christians obtain who reject certain aspects of our religion?

What is the situation of those who lived valiant lives during mortality but never had heard of the gospel of Jesus Christ?

How could God be just if children born in the covenant were to inherit the celestial kingdom in spite of their worthiness?

Is investing in a marijuana company going against Church doctrine or standards?

What happens to the money paid as tithing in the United Kingdom?

When did the American Founding Fathers appear in the St. George temple?

Does God get angry?

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