Has any General Authority said anything regarding soap operas?
Question Gramps, My question is short, as I was not able to find any info in your archives. Have the General Authorities, at any time, said anything, pro or con, about soap operas? Thanks Gramps. Jacqueline Answer Hi Jacqueline, I hope you...
How do I hold strong to the rod while being home schooled?
Question Dear Gramps, I have been in middle school for 2 years now. It has gotten pretty hard so for 8th grade I am going to be home schooled. I know that even though I am not at school, temptations will still follow, and I really want to be prepared to hold...
Was the Savior ever called the Father in the scriptures?
Question Gramps, Was the Savior ever called the Father in the scriptures? Thank you for the information. Renee Answer Renee, I have come up with 3 for you: Isaiah 9:6 (And 2 Nephi 19:6) "For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given:...
Could the Aklatan be additional scripture and approved by the prophet?
Question Hi Gramps. I have come across what is called the "Ang Aklatan", or "the library" in Tagalog. It claims to be a record of the ancient inhabitants of the Phillipines. I have glanced over some of the content, and it is very interesting, and there seem to...
Can those with tattoos do temple ordinances?
Question Gramps, I have many good friends who have tattoos and they are non-members, but I know that some of them would like to join the church, they are really great people and I have always had that concern because once I heard a member of the church who had...
Did Nephi live to see Jesus?
Question Gramps, Did Nephi live to meet Jesus?Jerry Answer Dear Jerry, I can see where your confusion comes from. The name of Nephi is the Book of Mormon version of John Smith. It seems like you can't read many pages without seeing it pop up. One...
Why isn’t coffee allowed but energy drinks are?
Question Gramps, I have a hard time understanding the reasoning behind coffee and tea not being allowed. I have a friend who left the church because of this. I just don't get how coffee isn't allowed but energy drinks and other things are. Sam Answer...
What if I forget that I’m fasting and eat something?
Question Gramps, If I've opened a fast, what are the consequences if I forget that I'm fasting and then eat something? Chris Answer Hi Chris, Let's take a moment and consider the purposes of fasting. First, we are showing devotion to our Father in...
Why can we not kneel to pray in the temple?
Question Gramps, Why can we not kneel to pray in the temple? Patty Answer Dear Patty, You can kneel in the temple, but it should be done at an altar designed for this purpose. They generally have a short padded "stoop" for you to rest your knees...
Was the Holy Ghost present while Jesus Christ was on the earth?
Question Gramps, Was the Holy Ghost present while Christ was on the earth?Steve Answer Steve, Thank you for your question. The simple answer to your question is yes. Please stay with me as I go into more detail to show some examples. ...
