I’m uncomfortable around my father. What do I do?
Question Gramps, I don't know what to do and I don't want to be judgmental but I do want to help my family. I'm worried about my dad and the influence he's brought to me and this family. When I was around 16, he introduced me to pornography, masturbation, and...
Does the church seek to convert those in same sex marriages?
Question Dear Gramps, As marriage equality becomes more common, will the church try to evangelize to these families and what might that look like? Theoretically, a happily married lesbian couple raising children wants to join the church. Can they simply become...
How can the Book of Mormon have identical quotes from the Bible?
Question Dear Gramps, We enjoy your website. Really sorry to hear that you are no longer physically with us, but I guess we can assume you are still here in spirit. My question: There are over 120 verses in the Book of Mormon that appear to exactly copy...
What is meant by secret combinations?
Question Gramps. What is meant by secret combinations? Marlene Answer Marlene, Secret combinations, as described in the Book of Mormon, refer to groups or individuals who engage in clandestine activities to achieve personal gain or exert power...
Should I end my relationship with a Mormon woman?
Question Gramps, Thanks for taking my question. The short story is that I am an atheist, and carrying on a complicated but loving relationship with a believing Mormon woman. While I believe none of the claims of the church (and am honest about it), somehow I...
Where is the line drawn before marriage?
Question Gramps, You might be getting ready for a response about the birds and the bees, but that is not what I am asking about today. That, to me, is a very clear line. But, my question is about other aspects of marriage that might be off limits to those who...
What is the meaning and importance of Personal Priesthood Interviews?
Question Gramps, Please, help me understand the meaning and importance of personal priesthood interviews. Eduardo Answer Dear Eduardo, I don't know if you are a quorum president giving these interviews or a quorum member participating so I'll try...
What are the responsibilities of the Beehive President?
Question Gramps, I have recently been called to be the Young Women's Beehive president but I am only 12. I don't really know how I am supposed to call for counselors and what my responsibilities are or what I have to do. I am stressed and I really don't want to...
Why did the serpent choose Eve first?
Question Gramps, Why did the serpent choose Eve first? Veronica Answer Veronica, The Institute Old Testament student manual explains that Eve was not tempted first: "The accounts in both Moses and Genesis state only that Satan approached Eve, but...
Can you help me with the 13th Article of Faith?
Question Gramps, I have two questions about the 13th article of faith. First, where in the scriptures do we find "the admonition of Paul"? Second, where it says "We believe all things, we hope all things," What are these "things?" There are "things" I don't...
