Why don’t we live as long as the people did in the Bible?
Question Gramps, Why don’t we live as long as the biblical people? Carla Answer Carla, The Old Testament presents numerous instances where individuals lived for several centuries. Genesis 5, for example, lists the ages of Adam’s...
Why are there two creations of humans in Genesis?
Question Gramps, Why are there two creations of humans listed in Genesis? There is Genesis 1:26-27 And then God rested on the 7th day. Then, there is another creation of humans in Genesis 2:7-8. Shasta Answer Shasta, Thank you for a great...
If the Book of Mormon doesn’t contradict the Bible, why do we need it?
Question Gramps, Recently I’ve been wondering about something with the Book of Mormon. If the Book of Mormon does not contradict the Old and New Testaments in any way, then why is it necessary? What element necessary for salvation is present within it that does...
What was the law before the Ten Commandments?
Question Gramps, What was the law before the 10 commandments were given? Vitor Answer Vitor, Before Moses received the Ten Commandments on Mount Sinai, various moral and divine laws governed the behavior of humanity. These laws, stemming from...
Was the Church of Jesus Christ established in the Old Testament?
Question Gramps, Was the Church of Jesus Christ established in the Old Testament? C. Julius Answer C. Julius, The history and doctrine of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints are deeply intertwined with the teachings and principles...
Is Cain still alive?
Question Gramps, Is Cain still alive? Lon & Mel Answer Lon & Mel, The story of Cain is one of the most profound in the scriptures, serving as a cautionary tale about the consequences of sin and rebellion against God. As the firstborn son...
What is being implied in Ecclesiastes 7:16-18?
Question Hi Gramps, I’m confused about what is being implied when in Ecclesiastes 7:16-18. I have a few other questions: 1. What does it mean to not be overly righteous and overly wise? 2. How is that destroying ourselves? 3. Is verse 17 implying that we...
Does my belief regarding the Adam and Eve timeline go against Church doctrine?
Question Gramps, I believe that humans have been around for a very, very long time. The whole thing about the earth being just 6000 years old doesn’t bother me that much because I don’t believe that’s the Church’s official stance....
