What is the purpose of tithing settlement?
Question Gramps, What’s the purpose of tithing settlements? Doug Answer Doug, Tithing is a foundational principle within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, serving as both a financial commitment and a spiritual practice. One...
Is the LDS Church against ring ceremonies?
Question Gramps, First time asking a question. You’ve answered similar questions but the differences are key and I could use some guidance. My wife and I have been married 15 years. During our temple sealing the sealer had some big opinions on wedding rings...
Is it appropriate to transcribe prayers for family history book?
Question Gramps, I have an audio recording of my Grandpa’s funeral from 1990. I have transcribed it and would like to put it into a history book I am making of him. Is it appropriate to transcribe and put in the prayers and the dedication of the grave in...
Is “the road to hell is paved with good intentions” taught?
Question Gramps, Do any of the leaders of the Church teach that the road to hell is paved with good intentions? Rebecca Answer Rebecca, I don’t think it means what you think it means. It might be helpful to understand the history and meaning...
Does the Book of Mormon have anything to say about atomic holocausts?
Question Gramps, Elder Bruce R. McConkie stated that atomic holocausts surely must come. What does the Book of Mormon have to say about that? What has to happen before the earth is “cleansed”? Andrew Answer Andrew, In a...
Is temple work a requirement to be resurrected?
Question Gramps, Are temple ordinances a requirement for resurrection? Can a person be resurrected if their temple work is not done? Dennis Answer Dennis, The doctrines regarding resurrection and temple work in The Church of Jesus Christ of...
Can we share personal revelation/insights we receive in the temple with others?
Question Gramps, Can we share personal revelation or insights that we might receive while in the temple with others? Mike Answer Mike, The temple serves as a unique environment conducive to spiritual experiences and personal revelation. Within its...
Do they celebrate birthdays in heaven?
Question Gramps, My mom died this year of uterine cancer complications. Her birthday is coming up this Saturday and she would’ve been 67 years old, had she been allowed more time on this earth. I am heartbroken that I can’t call her to wish her a...
