Why are scriptures most often addressed to men?
Question Gramps, Why are scriptures most often addressed to men? Winona Answer Dear Winona, Perhaps because we, men, need to hear it repeated more often? I'm joking. Actually, I think it is simply a language issue. Remember that most of our...
Can the devil overpower us?
Question Gramps, Can the devil overpower us? Marshall Answer Dear Marshall, Your question was, "Can the devil overpower us?" I have good news for you - not unless we let him! There is an excellent speech that President James E. Faust gave in 1994...
Why can’t the Church use correct terms in different languages?
Question Gramps, I am questioning the use of certain English terms the Church has introduced in areas where members speak another language. An example of that is the word "garment" which we, speakers of Spanish, use. "Vestidura" is the term used in Exodus 28:4....
Is there a difference between spiritual and physical talents?
Question Gramps, My patriarchal blessing says that I have spiritual talents. What is a spiritual talent and how does it differ from a physical talent? Becky Answer Becky, Thank you for asking such an interesting question. I’m going to rephrase it a...
Can I still get married even after the atrocities I’ve committed?
Question Dear Gramps, I have recently had to return home early from a mission due to immorality I had committed in the past and that I did not have the courage to confess. I'm in the long process of repentance currently. I can't help but feel as if I will never...
Why doesn’t the Church teach evolution theories?
Question Gramps, My wife is taking online college courses from Brigham Young University and recently told me that they teach evolution theories. She wondered why the Church doesn't teach it. Are there non LDS professors at the college teaching this doctrine,...
Who is writing a history of the Church today?
Question Gramps, Who is writing the history of the Church today? Nephi kept a record of the proceedings, of wars and nations, etc. Who is doing that today? Can we see it? (General Conference, church magazines are not history) I know there is a church...
When is the ‘veil of forgetfulness’ removed?
Question Gramps, Is the Veil of Forgetfulness that was placed upon us when we were born into this world still in place upon those who have died and are in the Spirit World? I assume that it will definitely be removed after the resurrection, but what about...
Will we be able to communicate with others between kingdoms in heaven?
Question Gramps, I understand that after the final judgment that all men and women will be out into three kingdoms, the Celestial, Terrestrial, and Telestial or Outer Darkness (those being the sons of perdition). What happens if you have a friend who only makes...
What is the difference between commandments and laws?
Question Gramps, What is the difference between commandments and laws? Roger Answer Hi Roger, Commandments are divine instructions given by God, intended for the benefit of His children. They represent the fundamental principles that guide...
