When did the Word of Wisdom become a commandment?
Question Gramps, In the Word of Wisdom the 2nd verse states that it was given not by way of commandment. When did that change to a commandment? Daniel Answer Dear Daniel, In 1933 the General Handbook of instruction listed living the Word of Wisdom as a...
Missionary Work
Gramps, I have a boyfriend who is considering going on a mission soon. I am afraid a great deal about what is going to happen but the most bothersome thing about it is what if he changes? What's the probability of him completely changing and falling for another woman...
Jesus Christ
All of the prophets, including the Old Testament prophets, according to Jacob in the Book of Mormon testified of Christ. How come only the Book of Mormon prophets were given His name? Was it because they would not have crucified Him? Thank you. T-Rex _________________...
The Telestial Kingdom
Dear Gramps, I've heard it said in the Church that those men and women who live together without marriage are living a "Telestial" law. Does this mean that in the final resurrection, those men and women who inherit the Telestial kingdom will be able to co-habitate...
Book of Joseph
Joseph Smith has translated the Book of Joseph of Egypt. Why has it not been published? Dan ________________ Dear Dan, You start with a strong assertion that the "Book of Joseph" was translated. If such is the case, I will be greatly edified if you sent me your...
Is the story of Joseph Smith’s last dream true?
Question Gramps, I've recently read about the last dream of Joseph Smith and I found it amazing. Nevertheless, I wonder if it really was true. Is there any document or study that supports such a story about that vision? Please, I really admire Joseph's life and...
Messiah ben Joseph
Who is or what role does Messiah ben Joseph play in the last days? Thank you. Tom _______________ Tom, Messiah ben Joseph is part of the Jewish tradition. I will try to summarize it but if really want more details you would need to ask someone more expert in such...
If I’m not sealed in the temple will I only be an angel?
Question Gramps, I have never been sealed to a woman and the woman I wish to marry is already sealed and does not wish to cancel the sealing for fear of breaking her sealing to her children. I read the 1975 New Era Q&A about this. I want to know if I am not...
When did Jesus Christ enter his mortal body?
I read in 3 Nephi 1:13 that the voice of Jesus told Nephi that the Lord would be born the next day. Does this mean the Saviour's spirit being entered into his infant mortal body that very night? Or would it have been earlier in Mary's pregnancy? Thanks. Cliff...
Satan and his decisions
Dear Gramps, First of all I would like to thank you for taking the time to answer these questions. Many of your replies have helped me gain a greater understanding of various topics, which have proved useful whilst teaching my Sunday school class. I would like to ask...
