Lamanites
Alma 3:9-10 says that if Nephites are "led away" by Lamanites their seed would have the "curse" of the Lamanites. But what if a Lamanite were converted by a Nephite, would the curse be lifted from their seed? Shawn _________________________________________ Dear Shawn,...
Books by General Authorities
Hi Gramps, When buying books written by the General Authorities of the Church, do we support them economically? Thanks John _______________________________________ Yes. Just keep in mind that one does not "get rich" by writing books for the LDS community. It is a...
Confused in Love
HI, I am a 29 year old guy who was in love with a 28 year old gal. She said she loved me a lot. I too liked her a lot. Her parents approved but my parents didnt and due to this all of a sudden she got engaged to another guy even without giving me time to convince my...
Where did Satan’s power originate?
Question Gramps, We know that all true power comes from God, or the priesthood, so what's the source of Satan's power? Joseph Smith felt it before the first vision, and the priests conjured up serpents before Moses's ate them. I know there's opposition in all...
Staying single
Question Since we were created to marry and procreate, should I just be content with staying single since I can't have children(surgically removed)? Am I not receiving the blessings I could if I were married? Stacey Answer Dear Stacey, You a...
I found God somewhere else
Hi Gramps, I left home for college three years ago, taking up a religious studies major. My family is one of strong faith in the LDS church, and were concerned when I chose not to go on a mission. They were patient with my faith struggles because of my diligent search...
The Sign of the Dove
Dear Gramps, Could you please share anything you know about the Sign of the Dove. In my religion class a quote from the Prophet Joseph Smith "The sign of the dove was instituted before the creation of the world, a witness for the Holy Ghost, and the devil cannot come...
If I’m late and miss the bread, is it okay to just partake of the water during the Sacrament?
Question Gramps, If I am late for the sacrament and the bread has already been served, is it ok to just take the water? DeLeon Answer Dear DeLeon, The sacrament is a complete ordinance meant for the cleansing and renewing of covenants. Would it be...
Jesus Christ’s Crucifixion
Bruce R. McConkie, in his last address prior to his death, bore testimony that Jesus re-experienced the agonies of the Garden of Gethsemane while on the cross. I don't recall ever reading that in the scriptures or hearing that from any other apostle or prophet. Have...
Baptism by fire
Dear Gramps, What is the "fire"when you are baptized by fire? Looking through the scriptures I am finding a lot of comparison of fire and angels. So I have come to believe that it is angels surrounding you and partaking in giving the gift of the holy ghost. Am I way...
