Did we have any say in the circumstances we would be born into?
Question Gramps, Did we have any say in what kind of circumstances we would be born into on this Earth in the premortal life? Seems unfair to me if it wasn't that way. Sojourner Answer Dear Sojourner, First, let me say categorically that we don't...
Before becoming a Bishop, is it required to be on a High Council first?
Question Gramps, Is a man required to serve on the High Council before he is considered a candidate for the calling of Bishop? I was advised by a member of the High Council that Bishops are almost always required to sit as a High Councilman before he is...
Why were the deaths of the early apostles so brutal?
Question Gramps, I was interested in the life of the remaining Apostles after the death of the Savior. As I researched their lives I was stunned and shocked by the manner of death the majority of the Apostles experienced. I know the Savior loved his...
If a man is of a certain tribe, are they automatically called to be a Bishop?
Question Gramps, I heard that it has been stated that some people have been told by their patriarch that they are not of Ephraim or Manasseh but of the tribe of Judah. There are other tribes, and I've heard that if one is being told to be of a certain tribe,...
Is Mormon underwear magic?
Question Gramps, I am not a Mormon, but a Born Again Christian faithfully attending a Protestant church. I have recently been involved in a study in which we examined other religions of the world, and spent two sessions on Mormons and the LDS. (I assume they...
Why was the purchase of slaves allowed during Biblical times?
Question Gramps, I have been discussing matters of misinterpretation with Bible versus with friends and was wondering, why are there parts of the Bible that allow the purchase of slaves? Bryce Answer Bryce, Interesting question. To begin, I would...
If my father is the Branch President, can I repent to someone else?
Question Gramps, Hello. I have broken the Law of Chastity and the Word of Wisdom. I've been doing better and reading my scriptures and praying for forgiveness but I know I have to talk to my branch president to repent. I've been wanting to repent to the branch...
How many Priesthoods are there?
Question Gramps, How many priesthoods are there? I know there is the Aaronic and Melchezidek, but someone mentioned there was also the Patriarchal Priesthood? Don Answer Don, Technically, there's only one Priesthood. All other orders are...
Will the Church rescind the ban on coffee due to Alzheimers studies?
Question Gramps, I am a member and wonder why the church does not rescind the ban on coffee when scientific studies over the past 20 years have shown that drinking 3-4 cups of coffee a day reduces the risk of Alzheimers by 65%. So in order for me to reduce my...
Can physical intimacy and spirituality be compatible?
Question Dear Gramps, When I am reading my scriptures or saying my prayers, I have no interest in physical intimacy with my spouse. And when we do come together I become very carnally minded and completely lose interest in saying my prayers, reading my...
