Did Christ’s atonement cover the sin of murder?
Question Gramps, Did Christ’s atonement cover the sin of murder? Ann Answer Hello Ann, The sin of murder is a most grievous sin before our God; however, it would be nice if this question was just a simple yes and no answer…it is not....
Why do evil wrong doers always win out?
Question Gramps, Why do the evil wrongdoers always win out in the world over the ones who try to do the right thing? Janis Answer Dear Janis, The reason why it sometimes seems as though evil wrongdoers win in this world is because this world is a...
Should we allow sinners into our home?
Question Hey Gramps! I have a family friend who’s daughter is a lesbian. Her parents love her just the same and though they don’t support her actions they still invite her and her significant other over for dinner. I think that they are making the...
Can two people live together in a platonic relationship?
Question Gramps, I realize that we are to remain completely chaste before marriage, but what about cohabiting with single persons of the opposite sex in a completely platonic arrangement? Does church policy have a specific stance? If circumstances require that...
Can drinking coffee be likened to sex outside of marriage?
Question Gramps, My husband told me that drinking a cup of coffee is like having sex outside of mairage. I told him he was full of it. Sheryl Answer Dear Sheryl, Upon first reading this question, I do believe that you had Gramps completely at a...
Is unbelief a sin?
Question Gramps, Is unbelief sin or does it just lead to sin? In reading John 3:16, I know that if we do not believe in Christ we can not be saved in the Kingdom of God. Steven Answer Hello Steven, Unbelief in and of itself is a word describing those who have...
What is the difference between a sin and a transgression?
Question Dear Gramps, What is the difference between a sin and a transgression? Adam partook of the fruit when God instructed them not to. Please explain the differences as in the 2nd Article of Faith about a sin and a transgression; We believe that all mankind...
Are temples desecrated by the visits of unworthy members?
Rather than judging and condemning others we should be kind and forgiving. The inappropriate actions of others may be a signal for help rather than a reason for condemnation.
How can so many people be in open rebellion against God if they originally followed Christ before coming to earth?
It is difficult to forgive someone who has hurt us or someone we love but the Lord said “Vengeance is mine.” We do ourselves more damage when we do not forgive.
