What is the Church’ position on psychic readings?
Question Gramps, What is the Church' position concerning psychic readings? Carol Answer Carol, Thank you so much for your question. If I may at first direct you to a previously answered question: What is the power that psychics have? While I’m...
How can I know that the Holy Ghost really exists?
Question Hey Gramps, I'm 17 and have been a member of the church all my life. Had many instances where I feel that I've truly felt the spirit (Sacrament, Personal Scripture Study, Firesides, etc.) I believe this Gospel to be true, but I have a recurring...
Why aren’t there more “Joe the Plumber” types called to be General Authorities?
Question Hello Gramps, I've come to realize during my short time in the church that you do t ever see a "joe the plumber" type in a General Authority leadership position......or stake and ward either? Although I do appreciate the need for certain qualities, by...
Did I deny Jesus and the Holy Ghost?
Question Dear Gramps, At one point in my life, I felt so low. Enough for me to think that not even Jesus loved me. Looking back now, it seems really stupid. I obviously don't believe that at all as of now. What I want to know is, was this denying Jesus and...
Are events mentioned in Patriarchal Blessings in chronological order?
Question Hi Gramps. I've been pondering where I am in life and so have been reflecting on my patriarchal blessing. Is the order of the things listed in the blessing understood as chronological? For example (I'll be vague) a section regarding higher education...
Who are the 144,000?
Question Gramps, Who are the hundred and forty four thousand? Are they appointed by a General Authority? Natalie Answer Dear Natalie, The Doctrine and Covenants may shed some light onto your question. As you know, the One Hundred and Forty Four...
Is dignity a virtue or a vice?
Question Dear Gramps, What is dignity? Some people in the world say you can't live in dignity unless you have some money, or a certain standard of living. That, to me, sounds like pride. I would think a humble person could feel dignified even if they lived...
Can we be temple worthy if having suicidal thoughts?
Question Gramps, It's been a difficult year with depression and thoughts of suicide. Recently, after confiding in my brother in law, he told me that I am not worthy to enter the temple or have a recommend. What have the General Authorities said about temple...
What color will our skin be in heaven?
Question Hi Gramps, The Lord has provided the earth with many beautiful colors including the different colors of people's skin. What will our skin colors be in heaven? Will we all be the same color? Diane Answer Dear Diane, Before I begin my...
When and how will Jesus return?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a good question, and that question is when will Jesus come again. I am looking forward to when He will come. I have spiritual feelings about Him. And another question I have is, how will He come? Will He come down from the sky like...
