How can I better accept the cultural changes without feeling like we’re losing ourselves?
Question Gramps, The Church's traditional culture (specifically in the US) has long been part of my family's culture. I understand that customs aren't doctrine and are subject to change. However, it's still hard to listen to mission companions talk about how...
Does being Christ-like mean being perfect?
Question Gramps, Does being Christ-like mean being perfect? Bryan Answer Bryan, One of the most cited scriptures regarding perfection comes from the New Testament, where Jesus instructs His followers to "be ye therefore perfect, even as your...
Is it okay to play Dungeons & Dragons?
Question Gramps, I sometimes play tabletop games like Dungeons & Dragons, and I know there are competing views on the game. I know there are LDS D&D authors and members who play, but I want to be confident that the Spirit is always with me. Am I...
When other religions and churches give blessings do they take effect?
Question Hey gramps, I was wondering if, when other religions and churches give blessings, do they not take effect? In meaning this, I know our church is true and the priesthood holders are given true priesthood keys, but with God being all loving, do other...
How was the Priesthood lost upon the earth?
Question Gramps, So in the New Testament, after the death of Christ, as Paul and the other apostles spread the church to different areas, they also ordained priests and elders, offices in each church. If the priesthood was being spread to so many people, how...
Is attending in a different ward instead of your own ward a sin?
Question Gramps, Is attending a different ward instead of your own ward a sin? Zarex Answer Zarex, Wards are local congregations within The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, typically organized based on geographical boundaries. Each...
Does God hate Satan?
Question Gramps, Does God Hate Satan? ElderBuz Answer ElderBuz, To comprehend the commandment to love our enemies, we must first understand what love means in a divine context. The Church teaches that love is not merely an emotion but is expressed...
What happens to a person who dies as an atheist?
Question Gramps, What happens to the spirit of someone who dies without believing in God? Marcela Answer Marcela, At the core of Latter-day Saint theology is the Plan of Salvation, which outlines the purpose of life and the path to eternal life....
Do plants, trees and shrubs have a soul?
Question Gramps, I have heard various people say differing things about plants, trees, and shrubs having souls. They’re living right? Shouldn’t they have souls? Haley Answer Haley, According to the scriptures, particularly in the Book of Moses,...
Did Jesus possess human desires and earthly pleasures just like any other mortal man?
Question Gramps, Considering that Jesus Christ lived as a mortal and experienced temptation, is it possible that He possessed a 'natural man' aspect, including human desires and earthly pleasures, but developed great discipline mentally, emotionally,...
