Why are there exceptions to the amount of power we allow Satan to have?
Question Gramps, We are taught that Satan only has as much power as we give him. It seems there are few exceptions to this, such as when he bound Joseph Smith's tongue before the First Vision. Why is that? Luis Answer Hello Luis, Thank you for...
What is John referring to when he says “Do not add to this book?”
Question Gramps, When John says "Do not add to this book," what is he referring to and how do I answer a non-Mormon's inquiry? Robert Answer Robert, How you should answer depends entirely on what you think this person might be attempting to...
Where are we in the 6th seal?
Question Gramps, Where are we in the 6th seal? Multiple apostles have said that we are living at the end of the 6th Seal, and I believe that. So where at the end are we? I’ve encountered some problems with what other people think. The Overview to The Book of...
The United States Marine Corps guard the gates of heaven?
Question Gramps, Since the USMC is the greatest fighting force God ever placed on this earth. Not to mention the Marine Corps hymn talks about Marines guarding the gates of heaven. Why hasn't the Church preached more about this? Josh Answer Dear...
How far do I carry forgiveness?
Question Dear Gramps, I'm wounded deeply by my niece whom I lent $5,000.00 to after she agreed to pay it back in January. Now, she says she can't and won't talk to me. I'm in need of that money.I can't see myself forcing her to repay it. I forgive always and...
Will the Sacrament be needed during the millennium?
Question Gramps, Will the Sacrament be administered or needed during the millennium? John Answer Dear John, During the Last Supper, Jesus foretold another time when He and His disciples would sit down together and drink the sacramental wine. "I...
Why doesn’t the Church use Apocryphal or gnostic books?
Question Gramps, Why doesn't the Church teach from or use the Apocryphal books or Gnostic books? Natalie Answer Natalie, In the Church, we currently teach only from scriptural texts which have been validated through modern revelation. This is not...
If God’s thoughts are not man’s thoughts, should I stop asking in faith?
Question Gramps, My friend is seriously ill and I've been praying that she will be healed, but no answer. In scripture, Ask and it shall be given you...For every one that asked received and to him that knocked it shall be opened. I've been holding this...
How do I explain temple work for the dead?
Question Gramps, My friend had an aunt that passed away and wants to submit temple work for her. She got in contact with the aunt's son for permission. (He is Christian but a nonmember). She told him that she would like to submit temple work for her aunt and...
Where does it say that Christ will not deceive us?
Question Gramps, Where does it say Christ will not deceive us? He will not come as an angel of darkness? Steve Answer Steve, I'm not sure what you mean by this. If you're just asking about if the Lord would ever lie to us, the answer is simple....
