When someone commits suicide, do they go to another earth?
Question Gramps, If there are other "Gods" and other "Earths," do people that commit suicide perhaps go to another "Earth" with worse circumstances to work through? Timothy Answer Timothy, In short, no. Not those who commit suicide, nor any...
What is the benefit of keeping a journal if I don’t have family?
Question Gramps, What is the benefit of keeping a journal if I don't have a family? I am the last one alive in my family, no children, nieces or nephews. I made an interstate move a while ago and packed up 40 years of journals with me. UPS made pretty good...
Was Christ a tattle-tale?
Question Dear Gramps, When Christ was a youth, was He a tattle-tale? Since He could not "look upon sin with the least degree of allowance", did He always turn His friends or family members in when He saw them do something wrong? Today, friends expect you to...
How is a new apostle chosen?
Question Gramps, With the passing of beloved Apostle L. Tom Perry there is now a vacancy as it were in the Quorum of the Twelve Apostles. I am interested to know what the process is for choosing a new Apostle. Barbara Answer Dear Barbara, Jesus...
Are there any doctrines kept from members?
Question Gramps, Are there any doctrines kept from the members and if so why? Bernie Answer Hi Bernie, During his mortal ministry, the Lord made it clear how and to whom the deep and hidden things of the gospel would be revealed: For every one...
Will the Holy Ghost receive a body?
Question Gramps, I really love this website! I have a question regarding the Holy Ghost. Will he receive a body of his own at some point? Thank you for all your time and effort in answering people's questions the best you can! Allison Answer ...
Is Cain alive or dead?
Question Dear Gramps, On March 29, 2013, you posted that the story of David W. Patten in Miracle of Forgiveness mentions Cain and you indicated the individual that Elder Patten met was Cain. On March 8, 2006, you posted an extract from Hugh Nibley, where Cain...
If we are either on the Lord’s side or we are not, why are there 3 degrees of Glory?
Question Gramps, While having a religious discussion I was asked about the 3 degrees of Glory. In my friends eyes, all of our works are as a dirty rag to be burned and all of our sins are equally as horrible before the Lord so you are either a believer or you...
When did the Church change its policies on announcing disciplinary actions?
Question Dear Gramps, I'm curious, did the church change its policy of announcing when people in the church are disfellowshipped or excommunicated? I recall when they used to announce these actions in Sacrament Meeting. Thanks. Mike Answer Mike,...
Must I be sealed to my family to be a joint heir with Christ?
Question Hi Gramps, Why are eternal families so important and how do they relate to being an heir of God's kingdom? Do I need to be sealed to my parents, spouse, and children in order to be a joint-heir with Christ? Perry Answer Dear Perry, In...
