Lost Books of the Bible
Bro Gramps, do you know if the LDS Headquarters use the "Lost Books of the Bible" and The "Forgotten Books of Eden"? I have had this bible for about 15 years and it is very very interesting. The reason these books wasn't published is due to the Authors thought these...
Serious Stumbling Block
Gramps, I've been in the church for over a year after having been a pentacostal minister for over 20 years. I love your site. It has answered many questions for me and increased my faith and testimony. However, in my studies I came across two scriptures that I cannot...
What does it mean to reject the gospel?
Question Gramps, Last week in Relief Society our lesson was on the Last Judgement. We learned that those who reject the Gospel in this life,but accept it in the next, will be assigned to the Terrestrial Kingdom. So what does it mean to "reject" the Gospel--I'm...
Women and Missions
Hi Gramps, Just wondering if there is a cut-off age for women who want to go on a mission? I'm thinking about going but I have a lot of things to sort out in my life first so I want to wait another year. Thanks Riya ____________ Riya, If there's any place where a...
What are Latter-day Saints Belief in the Bible?
Question Gramps, Am I correct in assuming that Mormons believe in the divinity of the bible? That all 66 books contained within are true and valid and from God? Kevin Answer Kevin, There are thirteen basic statements composed by Joseph Smith that...
Satan’s Choices
We've all been given the ability to choose and the opportunity to repent. But does Satan have the same options? I realize it would be extremely unlikely. But if for some reason he wanted to change, could he?? Could Satan choose to follow Christ's light?? And is it...
How can I be prepared for an economic crash?
Question Dear Gramps, I have heard some of my friends, two who are former bishops, tell me that in the future the economy will crash. I am striving to prepare with food storage, etc. The one thing I won't be able to do is pay off my home loan and car loan. If...
Purpose for fasting
On fast Sunday or when we fast can we fast for more than one purpose on that day? Clinton _____________ Dear Clinton, I have on occasion, had more then one purpose in mind while fasting. Life doesn't always come at you in a nice orderly manner that allows you to focus...
Gift of Healing
My patriarchal blessing includes a one line statement that reads, "You will have the gift of healing with you." I have been a member of the church for 39 years now and I have always wondered what this gift meant and how I could develop it. I obtained a bachelor's...
Are substitutions for profanity okay to use?
Question What is the difference between saying "gosh" and "God", as well as substitutes for profanity? Sure they are different words, but we still give them the same meaning. So is it better to find reasons not to use "darn", "heck", etc? Rachel Answer Rachel,...
