Are we supposed to repent frequently or infrequently? Is every day too much?
Question Dear Gramps, Are we supposed to repent frequently or infrequently? I've heard recent prophets speak on the joys of daily repentance, but I've also read that Joseph Smith taught that repentance is too serious a thing to do regularly. I might think that...
Did Jesus receive temple ordinances?
Question Gramps, Did Jesus receive temple ordinances? I know he was baptized to fulfill all righteousness, but he was sinless and didn't need to be. So then did he receive the other temple ordinances? Is there any record of that? Devon Answer...
What is the Church policy regarding cremation?
Question Gramps, Does the Church have a policy regarding cremation? Victoria Answer Victoria, Historically, the Church has counseled that “consignment to the earth is proper and appropriate.” This sentiment appears in multiple Church documents and...
How can I be sure that an angel is of the Lord and not from Satan?
Question Gramps, How can I be sure that the angel I saw in my dream is really an angel of the Lord and not from Satan? I've experienced a couple of different dreams about different angels. They are very vivid and I remember every detail. However, one who says...
Is there a difference between the gift and power of the Holy Ghost?
Question Gramps, 1 Nephi 13:37 says that the blessings of bringing forth Zion include the gift and the power of the Holy Ghost. Is there a difference between the gift and power? If so, what is it? James Answer James, After baptism, we talk of...
How do we know if a prophet is a true prophet?
Question Gramps, How do we know if a prophet is a true prophet, and how is a new one selected? Various submissions Answer Hello everyone, With the death of President Russell M. Nelson, several questions have again arisen regarding the succession...
What do we take with us when we die?
Question Gramps, What characteristics and knowledge do we take with us when we die? Norma Answer Norma, Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints believe that growth does not end with death; rather, the next stage of existence is...
Is it okay to live with a person of the opposite sex in a platonic relationship?
Question Gramps, I realize that we are to remain completely chaste before marriage, but what about cohabiting with single persons of the opposite sex in a completely platonic arrangement? Does church policy have a specific stance? If circumstances require that...
Who are the Lord’s Anointed?
Question Gramps, Who are the Lord's anointed? Jon Answer Jon, In ancient Israel, anointing was a tangible ritual. Priests and kings received a ceremonial outpouring of oil to set them apart for sacred service. Exodus records the instruction: “And...
Is there any truth to the Witch of Endor summoning Samuel?
Question Gramps, Was that really Samuel that the Witch of Endor summoned? Was it a lie? Was it a demon? Karl Answer Karl, While I could not find any official doctrine or statement clarifying this passage, the Old Testament Student Manual Genesis-2...
