Priesthood Authority and Casting out Evil Spirits
In Jesus' day, it seemed common for demons or evil spirits to take possession of mortal bodies; and be cast out by priesthood authority. Such incidents seem less prevalent currently; and Church leaders do not refer to such in talks, etc. Seizures, etc., all seem to be...
Saul’s Death
I have a question about Saul's death. His first occurs in 1st Samuel 31 verse 4-5....he fell upon his sword and died. However in 2nd Samuel 1:6-10, it says a young malachite soldier killed him. Please clarify this for me. Courtney ___________________ Courtney, As we...
Cremation/Dedication
Hi, Thank you for replying to my question the last time I emailed you. May I asked a question regarding "cremation and dedication of the grave", actually a question given by one brother during a class which there was no clear answer. His question is with regard to...
Coriantumr
Is Coriantumr a descendant of Jared or of the Brother of Jared? Joella _______________ Dear Joella, It seems likely. In Ether 11:17 we read: 17 And it came to pass that there arose another mighty man; and he was a descendant of the brother of Jared. This is the last...
Is it possible for a person to become perfect?
Question Dear Gramps, In Matthew 5:48, we are given the command to be perfect. My question is: Is it possible for a person to become perfect? There are several things to consider like: 1. Did Abraham become perfect in this life? Do you know if there were...
Bishops and Divorce
Can a man married to a divorced woman (specifically if she was sealed in the temple in her first marriage) be called to be a Bishop? I can't find an accurate answer for that. Thanks! Bernice _______________ Bernice, As I have taken time to research an answer to your...
What is Church policy regarding missions and same-sex attraction?
Question Gramps, My son has SSA (Same Sex Attraction). He does not act upon it. He wants to go on a mission. He has worked on worthiness and feels ready to go. We were told that he couldn't go because he had SSA. In the Church Handbook of Instructions, it says...
Barren
You said only mortals will be able to propagate. I am unmarried and 56 and have never given birth. I want to physically give birth in the millennium. It is my understanding that righteous people won’t be denied any blessings but apparently those of us denied...
More Scripture to be Revealed
Dear Gramps. I have read and studied the Old and New Testaments, Book of Mormon, Doctrine & Covenants, and Pearl of Great Price since I was a kid. I am just wondering about further light and knowledge in other scriptures being revealed. Do you have ideas about...
Why is the April General Conference called annual instead of semiannual?
Question Gramps, Why is the April general conference called "Annual" and the October general conference called "semi-annual?" It happens every six months so both are by definition semi-annual. Brad Answer Hi Brad, Thank you so much for your...
