Can I receive my temple endowments at the age of 19?
Question Hello Gramps, I'd like to ask about the temple ordinance. I have heard that there have been recent changes about receiving temple endowments. I heard that I could get it sooner. I'm only 19, and probably not going on a mission or getting married soon....
Why aren’t the national anthems of all countries included in the hymnbook?
Question Gramps, Why is the US National Anthem included in the LDS hymnbook? Does it mean that the national anthems of other countries are less worthy (for want of a better word) to be included? Jose Answer Dear Jose, I had to do a little research...
How is dedicating a home done by a Priesthood holder?
Question Gramps, How is the performing of a dedication of a home by a Priesthood holder done? Does he have to raise his hand? Thanks. Luis Answer Dear Luis, I would follow the Church Handbook of Instructions on this one: 20.11 Dedicating Homes...
How do we distinguish when Elohim or Christ is speaking?
Question Gramps, How can we distinguish when Elohim is speaking or when Christ is speaking? Doyle Answer Dear Doyle, I believe that it is Christ speaking unless otherwise noted. For example, we have been taught that Christ is the God of the Old...
Why did Christ have to go through all of that suffering?
Question Gramps, Why did Christ have to go through all that suffering? I mean, why was that; Gethsemane, and the cross, the process selected to save us from the fall and its effects? I know that it is similar to animal sacrifices in the Old Testament. But why...
What can I trust when there appears to be conflicting doctrine?
Question Gramps, I am struggling. I have loved this church for most of my life. I still love it. I am just so confused. We are told the prophets will never lead us astray. However now our leaders are disavowing things that were taught as doctrine and saying...
Is incense against the Word of Wisdom?
Question Gramps, I was wondering if the use of incense sticks is considered smoking and therefore against the Word of Wisdom? Julia Answer Julia, This is an interesting question. Elder Boyd K. Packer said, "Members write in asking if this thing or...
Is chai tea against the Word of Wisdom?
Question Dearest Gramps, Is partaking of chai tea against the Word of Wisdom? Lisa Answer Hi Lisa, According to this Wikipedia article, chai tea is made by putting various herbs and spices in black tea. It's therefore just a type of regular...
What are the differences in agency we used in pre-earth life and now?
Question Gramps, It seems to me we had agency during our pre earth life. What is the difference between the agency we exercised in the pre earth life and our agency here on earth? Kari Answer Dear Keri, It's hard to know for sure since we don't...
How do I keep the Sabbath Day holy and honor my parents?
Question Gramps, Sometimes on Sundays, my parents ask me and my siblings to do chores and sometimes we go get food even if we have enough food. So I am just confused. Although I do all of my chores on Saturday, I am just not sure what to do. I was thinking...
