Why was so much written down in the early days of the Mormon Church?
Question Gramps, Throughout my studies I feel like there was A LOT of doctrine, thoughts, life stories, and other things written down during the church's early years. I know there was also a lot not written down. Did everyone back then just write so much? And...
Is God’s real name Elohim?
Question Gramps, Is Gods real name Elohim? Kori Answer Dear Kori, Elohim is a word that we Latter-day Saints use to refer to God the Father. If that's how one defines a name, then it can certainly be considered a name. But beyond that, we don't...
Who was the father of the 1st King Mosiah?
Question Gramps, Who was the father of King Mosiah? There doesn't seem to be a patriarchal link. I'm referring to the first King Mosiah, not his grandson, a subsequent king. Floyd Answer Floyd, We know very little about the kings of the Nephites...
What does the word wrought mean that is used in the scriptures?
Question Dear Gramps, The word "wrought" is used often in the latter-day scriptures. It is used in the past tense. What is the present, or future tense of the word? And what does it mean? Thanks for being so kind. Robert Answer Robert, Wrought...
Will we eat meat in the millenium?
Question Dear Gramps, Will we eat meat and other animal by-products in the millennium, or will we all be vegan? Wondering Answer Dear Wondering, I suspect you know the answer. But yes, barring any Star Trek-style food replicators, we will be...
Does your patriarchal blessing ever hint as to who you will marry?
Question Gramps, I have been thinking a lot about patriarchal blessings lately, and I was wondering if your blessing ever hints to WHO you will marry. I'm in high school and believe me I've had lots of crushes on different boys, but lately I've been spending...
What happened to Joseph Smith’s seer stone?
Question Gramps, What happened to Joseph Smith's seer stone? Does the church have one today? Mary Answer Mary, Joseph Smith owned several seer stones throughout his life. From what historians can gather, it seems that he gave the stone that was...
How old was Mary when she gave birth to Jesus?
Question Gramps, I was wondering how old Mary was when she gave birth to Jesus. I know that she was a young woman but my dad and I would like to know if it says anywhere how old she was. Teleah Answer Dear Teleah, Mary was probably somewhere...
How can I unite a job with my faith?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a graphic designer and got offered a job where I would be working on mainly tobacco material. This would be my first job and I should be happy I found something but I don't know how to unite this with my faith. What are your...
Is is okay to use marijuana as a medical alternative?
Question Hello Gramps, I have 3 major medical issues that cause me serve pain and have a mental health disorder. One is a gene mutation and the others I could not have prevented. I am in my mid 30's and have been deemed disabled. I take many RX meds and I have...
