How can one perform an ordinance they have not yet received themselves?
Question Dear Gramps, The LDS Church has consistantly taught that one cannot perform an ordinance which the person has not received himself. Yet Joseph and Oliver baptised each other before receiving the ordinance of baptism themselves. This seems out of...
What does it mean to be damned as mentioned in Mark 16:16?
Question Gramps, Mark 16:16 states the following words of Jesus, "He that believeth and is baptized shall be saved; he that does not believeth is damned." What does the word "damned" mean in this case and how is it compatible with work for the dead? If they...
How can one tell if they are reading the scriptures enough?
Question Dear Gramps, How can one tell when they are reading the scriptures enough? They tell us that we are to feast from them, and not nibble or snack. So how much is "enough?" How does one tell when they are "full" from this kind of nourishment? Robert...
Why aren’t seniors called to leadership positions?
Question Gramps, Has it become a norm that once a person reaches 55 or 60 years of age they no longer are called to any position of leadership? In my ward and stake, as well as surrounding stakes, there is not a single leadership position held by anyone older...
How can I maintain a humble reverence for my Heavenly Father?
Question Gramps, Recently pride has been my downfall; a lack of humility at certain times. How do I stay humble at all times? Humility being knowing how frighteningly powerless I am against Satan, and therefore the absolute necessity to always tap into the...
What are the differences between exalted, resurrected and translated beings?
Question Gramps, What are the differences between exalted, resurrected, and translated beings? Spencer Answer Dear Spencer, A resurrected person is one who has been raised from death to life, never again to die. The best example of this is Jesus...
Is it okay to have my college apartment dedicated?
Question Gramps, I know that dedicating a home is aimed more towards homes and families, but is it acceptable to ask for my college apartment to be dedicated in a way that's not so specific to the residents? Only to invite the spirit and keep it a place of...
Why were so many members of the original 12 apostles of the restored church excommunicated?
Question Gramps, I was reading about the members of the original 12 Apostles and realized that many of them were excommunicated due to apostasy. It happened to a lot of other members of the twelve that succeeded them. What kind of apostasy did they commit?...
Will I be reunited with a baby I miscarried?
Question Dear Gramps, I had a miscarriage 15 years ago. I have been wondering, will I be reunited with this little unborn soul in the next life? Nola Answer Dear Nola, First, I am sorry for the experience that you have had to go through. ...
Who created the Urim and Thummim mentioned in the scriptures?
Question Dear Gramps. Who created or assembled the Urim and Thummim mentioned in the scriptures? What did they look like? And how many different ones are mentioned? Robert Answer Dear Robert, You're questions require some background and history...
