Was Satan part of Heavenly Father’s original plan?
Question Gramps, I have a couple questions I have been pondering and haven't been able to find an answer. Was Satan part of Heavenly Father's original plan? Is Satan the prodigal son? Does Satan have power in other worlds or just ours? Brittany Answer...
Why does the LDS church have 15 apostles if only 12 in the New Testament?
Question Gramps, The recent passing of Elder Perry has got me thinking. In the New Testament after the passing of Judas, a new apostle was called to fill the vacancy of the twelve. And in all scripture, I can only find reference to the quorum of twelve...
How do we find time to do everything that is expected of us?
Question Dear Gramps, In the Church we are encouraged to study the Book of Mormon, read the General Conference Addresses, read and prepare a home teaching message from the monthly First Presidency message from the Ensign, study the Gospel Doctrine lesson, study...
Did women work in the ancient temples?
Question Gramps, Did women work in the Old Testament temples or in the Book of Mormon temples? Were baptism or endowments done in these temples? Karen Answer Dear Karen, There is much we don't know about these ancient temples, but there are...
Can I be re-baptized to show my recommitment?
Question Gramps, I cannot find anywhere in the scriptures nor the handbook that I cannot be re-baptized again. I know the church used to for those who wanted to recommit themselves to the Savior. I also know that Sacrament is for renewing covenants and renewing...
Why has the wording of the endowment session changed when taught it would never change?
Question Gramps, On an anti Mormon site, I have just read the original wording for the Endowment which included all of the changes made. The writer also said that Joseph Smith had indicated that the Endowment would never be changed from its original form, as...
If one is of mixed race, who do they marry?
Question Gramps, I have heard that a person should marry within his or her race. Well if a person is of mixed blood, who does that person marry? Shasta Answer Dear Shasta, The simple answer to your question is--whoever one wants to! There is no...
What if Adam had never partaken of the forbidden fruit?
Question Gramps, What would have been the outcome, had Adam not partaken of the forbidden fruit as Eve had already done? Michele Answer Michele, The story of Adam and Eve in the Garden of Eden is a representation of important and very real events....
What was the breastplate worn by the Levite Priests used for?
Question Gramps, What was the breastplate worn by the Levite Priests used for? Karen Answer Dear Karen, The Lord Himself dictated that the "holy garments" made for Aaron, the first Levitical high priest, were largely ceremonial in purpose "for...
Why does a missionary have to be assigned by inspiration?
Question Dear Gramps, Why does an apostle have to assign each missionary to a particular mission by inspiration? Why doesn't the church just administratively assign everyone to wherever there's a need? If you're willing to serve, then what does it matter?...
