Do we have a moral obligation to worry about population growth?
Question Gramps, The LDS Church encourages married couples to have children. In a letter the Church says: “We have been commanded to multiply and replenish the earth that we may have joy and rejoicing in our posterity. “Where husband and wife enjoy health and vigor...
Inactive Members
Dear Gramps, Upon (retention)visits to inactive church members, it appeared that some of them had already joined other religious groups and no longer wished to come back to our church. How should we proceed with them? Eddy _____________ Hello Eddy, The Lord's work is...
Are we accountable for our actions in our dreams?
Question Gramps, Is there any doctrine or scripture saying we are accountable for our actions in our dreams? I pray that I don't have dreams that go against the Lord's commandments but they still happen. Gary Answer Hello Gary, Our dreams are an array of...
Can only the patriarch give patriarchal blessings?
Question Gramps, Can only the patriarch give patriarchal blessings? Sandy Answer Hello Sandy, You have asked a great question. Within the priesthood there are different offices, which are given different responsibilities. Within these offices...
Should my husband talk to the Bishop about his soda habit?
Question Gramps, My husband is an avid soda drinker. It seems he must have it everyday. And it has to have caffeine. I've tried to convince him to go without it for a week but he says he knows he can but he doesn't want to. I am concerned for him, Is this okay?...
What is the Gift of Aaron?
Question What is "the gift of Aaron" referred to in D&C 8:6-8? Tim Answer Tim, The Doctrine and Covenants serves as a foundational scripture for members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (The Church). It comprises revelations...
How could John appear with Peter and James to Joseph Smith?
Question Gramps, When Peter, James and John appeared to Joseph Smith, Peter and James had been resurrected but John was told by the Savior he would not taste death. So how could he appear with Peter and James when they appeared to Joseph? Sandi Answer...
Why are there subjects in school we have to study if we will never use them?
Question Dear Gramps, I am 16 with many artistic talents that I have developed over the years. I love the social life of school but greatly dislike most of my classes. I agree with my parents that I am capable of getting A grades in all my classes, but see no...
Should I pay tithing on money I withdraw from my IRA account?
Question Dear Gramps, I have no source of income for the last four years. Over the last 9 months I charged over $7,668 on credit cards. I racked up this debt on prescriptions, food and gas. After reading the word and praying, I was lead to take 10k of my IRA to...
If one is not married in the temple can they be in Heavenly Father’s presence?
Question Gramps, If you're not married in the temple but ended up in the Celestial Kingdom, will you be able to see Heavenly Father or to be in His presence? I've always thought that if you're not married you will never get to be in the presence of Heavenly Father...
