How do you prepare for celestial marriage with history of abuse and divorce?
Question Gramps, A middle-aged woman interested in being in the New and Everlasting covenant and wants a celestial marriage and an eternal increase. She does not have the best family background, never knowing her biological father, or her siblings. She has...
How do our temples reconcile with Acts 17:24?
Question Dear Gramps, In the Bible, The Book of Acts, Chapter 17 verse 24 says God that made the world and all things therein, seeing that he is Lord of heaven and earth, dwelleth NOT in temples made with hands. With that stated, how do you explain the LDS...
How could Peter, James and John appear to Joseph Smith if no second coming of Christ?
Question Gramps, So I have questions about the priesthood when Peter, James and John appear to Joseph Smith. Were they in full perfect body flesh and bones? If yes, how could that be because in Nephi it says that until the second coming of Christ their dead...
Are the gates of hell a physical place?
Question Gramps, Many times in the Doctrine and Covenants we are told "the gates of hell shall not prevail against you." What does this mean? Why this imagery? Are the gates of hell a physical location or a spiritual position? Shelly Answer ...
Are General Conference talks considered scripture for our day?
Question Gramps, The recent general conference was full of excellent talks and council for all of us. Which makes me wonder if we could conclude that the conference talks can be considered scripture for our day? Lloyd Answer Lloyd, The quick...
Should a Stake President stick to the temple recommend questions?
Question Gramps, I have a stake president that said he would not sign my temple recommend unless I said I believed and would follow the “ For the Strength of Youth Pamphlet.” I told him that was not a question for the temple recommend, and I believe he needs to...
What have the brethren said about firearms for protection in the home?
Question Gramps, Have the Brethren ever said anything about having firearms for self-defense in the home? Pam Answer Dear Pam, Here is a link to a FairMormon discussion for your consideration. Consider the following as well, from History of the...
Where does it mention in the Bible the apostles receiving the Priesthood?
Question Gramps, In which specific place in the bible did the 12 apostles receive the priesthood by the laying of hands from Christ? Omi Answer Omi, Let me start off by referring you to a previous answer that will answer part of yours: When did...
Is it wrong to pray to find a man that is my type?
Question Dear Gramps, I’m 24 years old. I’ve gone on dates, met great men but I have not felt in my heart a desire to go any further other then just being friends. I don’t feel attracted to the men that ask me out on dates. I’m not a picky person. I’m looking...
How can I respect my father when he still sees me as a kid?
Question Dear Gramps, I am a 25 year old YSA, and still living with my parents for the time being. I have a good job with decent benefits and I’m normally a very agreeable and somewhat reserved person. Especially when it comes to my family life. However,...
