Dec 30, 2006 | Life's Lessons
Question Dear Gramps, I know that humility is a Christlike quality to have and many have the intentions of acquiring it. How do we obtain it? What is needed to acquire this trait? Confused Answer Dear Confused, Humility is merely the trait of...
Dec 20, 2006 | Health, Worthiness
Question Dear Gramps, I am looking for doctrine or a quote about children (people) with special needs. I don’t know if I’ve ever read this anywhere or if it was just unofficial doctrine of the Mormon Church, but it’s the belief that people with disabilities,...
Dec 15, 2006 | Current issues, Life's Lessons
Question Dear Gramps, Has any general authority ever said that members of the church should not watch R rated movies? Leslie Answer Dear Leslie, ABSOLUTELY!! I found 91 references that spoke against the evil and immoral practice of watching R...
Nov 29, 2006 | Marriage, Missionary Work
Question Gramps, I frequently read your questions and responses and they bring quite a bit of thoughtful information and perspective into my life. My question to you is regarding my status in the Church. I am a married woman whose husband is not a member. I...
Nov 26, 2006 | Life's Lessons, Obedience
Question Dear Gramps, Thanks for you reply to my earlier question. My mind was clarified about some things I needed to do. The reason for my asking about the Lord continuing to bless us should we go against the counsel of his leaders is because in at least two...
Nov 22, 2006 | Marriage, Mormon Doctrine
Question Hi Gramps, Thanks for taking the time to answer questions. I know that we will not be alone in the next world if we stay faithful and keep our covenants. We are told a companion will be provided. I think this is a great part of the gospel, but my...
Nov 16, 2006 | Obedience, Personal Revelation, Priesthood
Question Dear Gramps, Our leaders have counseled us to remain in our native country to help develop the Church. I am planning to leave my country, bring my wife and kids, which means I will also have to be released from a major church calling and take my...
Nov 7, 2006 | Life's Lessons
Question Dear Gramps: I’ve been asked by my bishop to teach a class on how to be better Sunday speakers. I’m not sure if I’m being specific enough. The problem is that when members are assigned to give a speech they never seem to prepare themselves, and this is...
Nov 5, 2006 | Life's Lessons, Repentance
Question Dear Gramps, After being a member of the church for 16 years I had a relationship and was blessed with a daughter. I have not been to church since her birth (4years ago). I miss the church with every day that passes and would really like for my...
Nov 2, 2006 | Forgiveness, Love
Question Dear Gramps, When my female partner and I met we had both previously belonged to the Mormon Church but were no longer attending. We have been together for 15 years and plan on being life partners but do not plan on marrying. Is it possible to go back...