Why does God seem so vengeful in the Old Testament?
Question Gramps, This year members of the Church are studying the Old Testament. In the Old Testament we see how Jehovah is very vengeful and seems to some to not be a loving God. In the New Testament we see Jesus Christ (who is Jehovah) and how loving and kind...
Should I replace studying scriptures with talks from modern day leaders?
Question Dear Gramps,It seems like many people study the actual books: Book of Mormon, Bible, or both everyday. However, we are taught the importance of studying living prophets and apostles, and that their word is considered scripture as well. Sometimes, I...
If we do not follow the commandments, can we still pray for things?
Question Hi Gramps, I have two questions... If someone's not following the word of wisdom for example, could still pray and ask on Him for the things needed. Life in general things like comfort for a family member going through something? If I wanted to finish...
How can I learn to love my enemies?
Question Dear Gramps, I have been struggling with this one for a long time. I don't have the ability to love my enemies, those who want to hurt me or my family and country. I want to obey the Lord but its not in my heart to love people who want to hurt me or...
What exact words are used to baptize someone?
Question What exact words are used to baptize someone? Cox Answer Dear Cox, What a great question! The answer comes from the governing documents of the Church (the Doctrine and Covenants) - specifically, in section 20 (known as the Articles and...
Did Jesus have siblings?
Question Did Jesus have siblings? Jim Answer Dear Jim, Yes, Jesus had siblings. John tells us that after the first miracle, where Jesus turned water to wine, "he went down to Capernaum, he, and his mother, and his brethren, and his disciples: and...
Should we bless our medications?
Question Gramps, We ask Heavenly Father to bless our children, our food, the sacrament, our houses and the sick. I am an old man who takes a lot of medications daily for my various health problems. Do you think we should ask for Heavenly Father blessing on...
How can I muster the courage to date and develop a relationship?
Question Gramps, I'm 24 years old and attending BYU. I feel an increasing desire to pursue a relationship and ultimately marry in the temple. However, I've never been in a relationship and have never really had the confidence to ask young women out. How do you...
Did Jesus ever say there was no longer a need for the Priesthood?
Question Gramps, My wife is not a member of the Church and last week we were talking about the priesthood. She asked me why we need the priesthood. When Jesus was on earth, he made a new covenant and said we were all priests; therefore, there is no longer a...
What does it mean to speak with the tongues of angels?
Question Gramps, What does it mean when it states "to speak with the tongues of Angels?" I'm assuming it's to do with the Holy Ghost? Thank you. Renee Answer Dear Renee, Nephi answers your question, but you have to be willing to follow his sermon...
