Why was Mary not allowed to touch Christ before he saw God?
Question Gramps, Why was Mary not allowed to touch Christ before He saw God? Mary Answer Mary, After His death on the cross, Christ's spirit entered the spirit world, where He preached to the souls who had died before His resurrection. This period...
Where is the narrow neck of land described in Alma Chapter 21?
Question Gramps, Where is the narrow neck of land described in the Book of Mormon Alma chapter 21? Delores Answer Delores, The narrow neck of land is not merely a geographical curiosity; it plays a pivotal role in the military and social dynamics...
Is tithing a law or a commandment?
Question Gramps, Is tithing a law or a commandment? Danny Answer Danny, The concept of tithing is not new; it has its roots in the Old Testament. The first mention of tithing can be found in Genesis 14:18-20, where Abraham gives a tenth of his...
What does it mean by “As Man Now Is, God Once Was; As God Now Is, Man May Be?”
Question Dear Gramps, I read about this phrase suggesting a possible destiny for God’s children: As man now is, God once was; as God now is, man may be. Can you elaborate further on this phrase, please? So, does this mean that God was once a man just like us,...
Who baptized Adam?
Question Gramps, I'm sure Adam and Eve must have been baptized. Who might have performed these ordinances for them? If Peter, James, and John ordained Adam to the priesthood then he would have baptized Eve, but who might have baptized Adam? Did he have to wait...
Why doesn’t the Holy Ghost have a body like the Father and Son?
Question Gramps, Why doesn't the Holy Ghost have a body of flesh and bones the same as the Father and the Son? Danilo Answer Danilo, In Latter-day Saint theology, the Holy Ghost is described as a "personage of spirit" (Doctrine and Covenants...
Where in the scriptures does it say “He knows my name”?
Question Gramps, Where in the scriptures does it say "He knows my name?" Darlene Answer Darlene, The belief that God and Jesus Christ know our names is profound, but it is also a comforting doctrine in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day...
What does it mean to “take up serpents” mentioned in Matthew 16:18?
Question Gramps, What does it mean to take up serpents and the rest of the scripture as well? Tiffiney Answer Tiffiney, Mark 16:18 is part of what is known as the Great Commission, where Jesus instructs His apostles about their mission to spread...
What power does Satan have or hold?
Question Gramps, When we give Satan power through sins and iniquity, what power does Satan hold or wield? Members of the Church hold priesthood power. What then is the power Satan holds if he does not have priesthood power? Iwika Answer Iwika,...
Why was baptism one of the first things that Alma did?
Question Gramps, Why was baptizing one of the first things that Alma did? Lee Answer Lee, From the inception of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, baptism has been integral to its structure and growth. Alma’s decision to baptize was...
