Why would God create a soul that would become the devil?
Question Gramps, Why would God, being all knowing, create a soul that would he knew would become the devil? You probably don't know the answer because I don't think anyone does but do you have a theory? Jake Answer Hi Jake, You're right. I don't...
Where did the phrase “This too shall pass” come from?
Question Dear Gramps, Where did the phrase, "This too, shall pass" come from? It sounds Book of Mormon, or at least LDS in the spirit of what it conveys, but I can't find it in the scriptures. It is used very often by people within and without the Church.Any...
Do you think Kate Kelly should have been excommunicated?
Question Gramps, In light of today's news regarding Kate Kelly's (Ordain Women) excommunication, do you think that it was too harsh? I felt like she was only questioning and sharing her opinion. What do you think? Grace Answer Grace, The news of...
Would I have to convert if I married a man that is LDS?
Question Gramps, I am not a Mormon but am just starting a relationship with a man that is LDS. I have read some literature on the topic but could you please tell me if there is anything out of the norm (as per other religions) with regards to the Mormon faith?...
Why are some so public about their donations?
Question Dear Gramps, I live in northern Utah. There is a very wealthy LDS family here who over the years has donated millions of dollars to various causes. You can see their family surname posted prominently on all kinds of buildings and facilities. Yet,...
Are there keys that only Jesus Christ holds?
Question Gramps, Our topic of discussions this month with the YW and YM is the priesthood. One of them asked,"What priesthood keys are held by Jesus Christ that the President of the church does not hold?" I was not able to answer the question at that time but...
Is John D. Lee eligible for the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Gramps, As we know, J.D. Lee was excommunicated and executed for his role in the Mountain Meadow Massacre. He was then posthumously reinstated in the 1960's. Doesn't that mean that he has been forgiven all his sins and eligible for the Celestial...
Can I give directly to the poor and call that tithing?
Question Gramps, I have asked many questions of you. Some you answered, some not. This very important question affects a lot of people. I try so hard to follow D&C 119 and Section 83. A lot anonymously (not bragging). But my inspiration leads me to think...
Why does the Bishop’s storehouse give out food loaded with GMOs?
Question Gramps, Why does the Bishop's storehouse stock and give out food that is not healthy and loaded with GMOs? Marie Answer Marie, The Bishop's Storehouse is not in the business of following the latest food trends or diet fads. It has one...
Can all be made right through the atonement?
Question Dear Gramps,In the April 2014 LDS General Conference, Elder Timothy J. Dyches quoted a statement from the "Preach My Gospel" handbook, "...all that is unfair about life can be made right through the Atonement of Jesus Christ." We know the Atonement can...
