Does Satan have power over things on this earth?
Question Gramps. Does Satan have power over things on this Earth? Spencer Answer Spencer, When considering the power of Satan, it’s important that our understanding is based on scripture and prophetic teachings. According to The Church of Jesus...
What is the purpose of prayer?
Question Gramps, What is the purpose of prayer? Do we actually influence God's will and the eventual outcome of a situation, or is it more to align our will with His? Carolyn Answer Carolyn, Prayer is not a magic wand to bend God’s will to ours,...
How does the Lord soften the hearts of men without interfering with their agency?
Question Dear Gramps, How does the Lord soften the hearts of men ( as often referenced in the Book of Mormon) without interfering with their agency? Chelsea Answer At the core of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints' doctrine is...
What does the Word of Wisdom mean when it says to eat meat sparingly?
Question Gramps, When I joined the Church 15 years ago, I quit smoking, drinking alcohol, tea, and coffee. Could you explain about eating meat sparingly, as it seems most eat a lot of it--even at the Church linger longers. Bruce Answer Bruce, Walk...
Why does the New Testament say there is no marriage in heaven?
Question Gramps, The New Testament says there will be no marriage in heaven. Yet we marry in the temple for time and eternity. What does the New Testament really say? Shasta Answer Dear Shasta, The verses which teach this principle are as follows:...
Will animals be resurrected?
Question Gramps, We are taught that there will be no more death after the Savior comes again and that all will be resurrected. Does that mean animals also? Barbara Answer Barbara, The question of animal resurrection begins with a more fundamental...
What does the arm raised to the square signify or mean?
Question Gramps, I noticed in THE CHOSEN that Jesus raised his arm to the square when commanding Lazareth to come from the tomb. We use that in the temple. What does the arm raised signify or mean? Dyan Answer Dyan, I had to take a look at that...
Why did Jesus Christ ask Peter three times if he loved Him?
Question Gramps, Why does Jesus ask Peter three times if he loves Him? What is the significance? Shane Answer Shane, To appreciate the weight of Christ’s questions, we must first revisit the events leading up to that Galilean morning. Peter, the...
Who were the last Black men ordained to the priesthood during Joseph Smith’s lifetime?
Question Gramps, Who and when was the last black person ordained to the Priesthood during Joseph Smith’s lifetime? Robert Answer Robert, Joseph Smith, the founder of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, organized the Church in 1830...
Does the Book of Mormon teach racism?
Question Gramps, Why does the Book of Mormon seem to teach and even promote racism at times? Samuel Answer Samuel, One of the most frequently cited verses in any discussion of race in the Book of Mormon comes from the prophet Nephi. In a sweeping...
