Do we believe that Jesus slew an animal to make the coats of skins for Adam and Eve?
Question Gramps, Do we believe that Jesus slew an animal to make the coats of skins for Adam and Eve? I have never heard or read anything from one of our Apostles or Prophets that says such a thing. I know so others have said it, but I have never heard it...
What does the LDS Church say about wars, whether on our soil or foreign soil?
Question Gramps, I have heard that the US should not make the first attack in war, on their own soil, and that the Lord will not be with them if they do. If invading enemies enter but don't strike, I have also heard that they will not have the Lord backing...
Is the Book of Abraham false and really the Book of the Dead as claimed by Egyptologists?
Question Gramps, Egyptologists said the Book of Abraham is false and said it's the Book of the Dead instead. Yet, I heard that there is evidence that the first facsimile image is indeed a sacrifice, not a mummification. Of course, we ultimately rely on our...
Why did God have to sacrifice His son to make redemption possible for us?
Question Gramps, Why did God the Father formulate a plan of salvation that required the sacrifice of one of his sons in order for redemption to be made available? Why was there no other way that could not include the immense suffering of one individual? Which...
Was Satan cast down to our planet only?
Question Dear Gramps, We know that Christ’s Atonement was infinite, and eternal, and that He died for the sins of all Of Heavenly Fathers planets and creations. I have also heard that our world was the only one wicked enough to crucify Our Lord. So my...
Who do the Ten Virgins represent?
Question Gramps, Who do the Ten Virgins represent? Are they those who say they are Christians? Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Active members of the Church? How can we be certain we have oil in our lamps? Shadow Answer ...
Why are we making the Salt Lake Temple earthquake proof?
Question Gramps, Why are we making the Salt Lake Temple earthquake-proof? Should we not have faith that Heavenly Father can protect his temple using divine means? If God isn't concerned about protecting his temples from natural disasters. Why are we worried?...
What are the blessings given to each tribe of Israel?
Question Gramps, Hey Gramps, What are the blessings given to each tribe of Israel? How is it decided what tribe one belongs to? Elder Pope Answer Elder Pope, The tribes of Israel trace their origins back to the twelve sons of the prophet Jacob,...
Is there a more relaxed look at modesty with change in garment styles?
Question Gramps, I can't find anything official from the Church about recent changes to the temple garment related to a relaxed view of modesty. Have modesty standards been lowered? Connie Answer Connie, The recent changes to temple garments in...
When did Jesus Christ receive the gift of the Holy Ghost?
Answer Gramps, When did Jesus Christ receive the gift of the Holy Ghost? Ashton Answer Ashton, The short and sweet answer is that we do not know. No scripture specifically identifies the moment when Jesus received the gift of the Holy Ghost, nor...
