Why did Joseph Smith say that God had not the power to create our spirits…?
Question Gramps, Why did Joseph Smith say that God had not the power to create our spirits if He had not the power to create Himself? This puts me at odds with Moses Chapter 3. Rob Answer Rob, A single statement in a single speech is not all there...
Can you give details of the final war with the Antichrist in the Bible?
Question Gramps, Can you give details of the final war with Antichrist in the bible? Thomas Answer Thomas The teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints emphasize that the war initiated in heaven has not concluded; rather, it has...
Does a year without rainbows mean Christ is coming the following year?
Question Gramps, I’ve heard that there will be a whole year of no rainbows (and rain presumably), which is a sign that Christ will return the following year. Where did that come from? Scott Answer Scott, The rainbow first appears in the...
Why do Mormons believe that Jesus is a brother to Satan?
Question Gramps, Why do Mormons believe that Jesus and Satan are brothers? Jeremy Answer Jeremy, To understand the relationship between Jesus Christ and Satan, it is essential to first grasp the Latter-day Saint view of God and the Godhead. In...
What is the difference between eternal life and exaltation?
Question Gramps, What is the difference between eternal life and exaltation? JJ Answer JJ, Immortality, in the context of Latter-day Saint theology, refers to the state of living forever after death. According to Church teachings, all individuals...
What will happen before God cleanses the earth with fire?
Question Gramps, What will happen before God cleanses the earth by fire? Abby Answer Abby, One of the most comforting aspects of Latter-day Saint doctrine is the belief in resurrection. The righteous who have passed away will be resurrected at the...
Does any amount of tithing fund BYU athletics in any way?
Question Gramps, Does any amount of tithing fund BYU athletics in any way? Harold Answer Harold, Let’s answer the question. Is tithing used at all for Brigham Young University’s athletic department? The BYU Athletic Department operates...
What was the role of the prophets during the different dispensations?
Question Gramps, Did the prophets, through the dispensations, have specific responsibilities? Brad Answer Brad, Dispensations can be understood as periods in which God has provided specific revelations and instructions to His people. According to...
