If it became law to turn in our guns, would the Church support that law?
Question Gramps, If we are one day told to turn in our guns because the law changed and it is required, will the Church support that law and tell us to turn them in? Tracie Answer Dear Tracie, I believe you have asked a question that has crossed...
Must I be sealed to my deceased spouse to obtain the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Dear Gramps. I have been told that I must be sealed to my non LDS husband who was anti the church for me to obtain the celestial Kingdom. Is this true? I have done his work except for the sealing. June Answer June, The ordinance of...
When did it become a practice to have members invited or assigned to give talks in Sacrament Meeting?
Question Gramps, What can you tell me about the history of Sacrament Meetings in the early restored church? When did it become a practice to have members invited or assigned to give talks in Sacrament meeting? Was it always the case? I am a branch president...
How can I be granted a spiritual gift?
Question Hi Gramps, I prayed recently to be granted any spiritual gift, any "leftover" gift God will give. I don't know which spiritual gift is appropriate for my situation, obviously God's wisdom is better. But then I read D&C 88:65 "And if ye ask anything...
Can a lone Priesthood holder prepare and bless the Sacrament if unable to attend church?
Question Gramps, Can a lone Melchizedek Priesthood holder prepare and bless the Sacrament for himself, when unable to attend church? Mark Answer Dear Mark, The sacrament, baptism, confirmation, naming and blessing of children, priesthood...
As a Mormon, is it okay to affiliate with other churches?
Question Hello Gramps, I have been looking at your posts drawing wisdom for numerous months now. I have a question that has been on my mind. I am not an official Mormon yet, but I do plan to be in the coming months. But at the same time I do have an affiliation...
Is it allowed to bring a pen and paper into the Celestial Room?
Question Gramps, Writing is an important part of my thought process. We are encouraged to go to the temple to seek out answers, and I was wondering why I never see people write down their impressions in the Celestial Room. Is it not allowed to bring a pen and...
Are there times when it’s okay not to wear temple garments?
Question Gramps, What is this trend with LDS women wearing workout gear when not working out and using it as an excuse to not wear their garments? I have noticed a LOT of people I know from church who are endowed doing things (and posting pictures on social...
Do Saints need to have a testimony of “theoretical” doctrine?
Question Hi Gramps, Recently I've been reading The Infinite Atonement by Tad R. Callister. His testimony/understanding is incredible, but he makes some assertions (with confidence) that I'm not sure I believe in just yet (ex. Christ atoned for infinite worlds...
Is a resurrected being a Celestial being only?
Question Gramps, Is a resurrected being celestial, or can they be a lower order? Dan Answer Hello Dan, Thank you for your question. This has always been a fun subject for me. As we know, thanks to the Atonement of the Savior, all mankind will one...
