Is God’s anger influenced by Satan?

Is God’s anger influenced by Satan?

Question   Gramps, When God becomes jealous and angry at His disobedient children, is He under the influence of Satan? Thanks. Erl   Answer   Erl, According to Latter-day Saint doctrine, the answer is no. God is not under Satan’s influence when He...
Can dark spirits exist inside the House of the Lord?

Can dark spirits exist inside the House of the Lord?

Question   Hi Gramps, I had a question as to the possibility of bad spirits in the temple.  I have now had conversations with 2 different ladies who have had paralyzing dark experiences while attending a temple session.  Both of these ladies still love the temple...
Was Satan cast down to our planet only?

Was Satan cast down to our planet only?

Question   Dear Gramps, We know that Christ’s Atonement was infinite, and eternal, and that He died for the sins of all Of Heavenly Fathers planets and creations.  I have also heard that our world was the only one wicked enough to crucify Our Lord.  So my...
Can Satan hear our prayers to use against us?

Can Satan hear our prayers to use against us?

Question   Gramps, A friend told me that you can think a thought, and only God knows it. Speak it out loud, and the adversary will use it against you, but the moment you address the Father in prayer, His ear is turned to yours, and Satan can no longer hear you....
Can Satan and his followers read what we write?

Can Satan and his followers read what we write?

Question   Gramps, I recall hearing once from a friend that Satan and his followers can’t read what you write. Not even sure where to look up such a topic. Thought maybe you ran across something, if that’s even real. Can Satan read? Annie  ...
Why is Satan called a serpent?

Why is Satan called a serpent?

Question   Gramps, Why is Satan called a serpent? Marie   Answer   Marie, Was Satan literally a snake, or is the serpent a metaphor? Across scripture and Latter-day Saint prophetic commentary, the prevailing interpretation is one of symbolism. A...
Does Satan have power over things on this earth?

Does Satan have power over things on this earth?

Question   Gramps. Does Satan have power over things on this Earth? Spencer   Answer   Spencer, When considering the power of Satan, it’s important that our understanding is based on scripture and prophetic teachings. According to The Church of Jesus...
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