Selection of earthly man to marry Mary and raise Jesus
I was recently teaching of the Divinity of Christ in a lesson, and was told by a young member that the priests in the temple threw down their rods to see if a branch sprouted to know who was to marry Mary. None of their branches sprouted, but Joseph who was not there...
Was it easier for Jesus to face His trials than it is for us?
Dear Gramps, When we came to earth, we went through a veil which made us completely forgot our pre-life in heaven. Thus, on earth we can only rely on Holy Ghost whispering for our testimony. However, Jesus' case might be a little bit different. I assume He knew and...
Who said that a bushel of wheat will have greater value than a bushel of gold?
Question Gramps, A quote often quoted is "A bushel of wheat will be greater in value than a bushel of gold." Was this really said and by whom? Joan Answer Dear Joan, This may answer your question. Brigham Young was quoted as saying this: “Were I...
How is it fair?
Question Gramps, I have a question I hope you can answer quickly concerning the sealing power that enables a wayward child to return to their parents so long as they repent and haven't committed the unpardonable sin. I am terminally ill and will soon leave...
Spiritual Gifts
Hi Mr. Gramps, I was wondering, my cousin and I have been extremely close since before he could talk. He's four years younger than I. Now, we are not allowed to speak to each other because of a family situation. I was wondering, whenever something is wrong with him, I...
Family Togetherness in Eternity
Hello Gramps, We are taught that as we live worthily we can live together as families in the Eternities. Obviously that cannot mean my little (nuclear) family as then I would not be with my parents nor my children with their children and so on. I have considered that...
Why is there a different organization than there was at the time of Christ?
Question Gramps, We have 15 prophets, seers, and revelators in the Church today (a First Presidency and the 12 Apostles). I do not see that a First Presidency existed in the time of Christ although we commonly accept Peter, James, and John were the acting...
Violins allowed on missions?
Hey Gramps, I am soon to receive my mission call but I was wondering about something. I have played the violin since I was a child, and to go two years without playing it would be a lot to ask of anyone who loves it like I do. I asked my bishop and he said it usually...
Electronic scriptures in the classroom
Dear Gramps, I teach the youth at seminary. Electronic Communication Devices are becoming a concern. Have the Brethren given any counsel on the uses of ECD in the classroom? I see them as a temptation to distract them rather than a blessing. What advice would I give...
Is the White Horse Prophecy true or false?
Question Gramps, Is the White Horse Prophecy a valid and true prophecy or is it false? John Answer Dear John, In short, it is false. There are many prophecies attributed to Joseph Smith that were written from memory, many after he was martyred. Most all of...
