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,...
Can I make my own garments?
Question Gramps, Some of the garments I wear do not fit me well. Can I make my own garments? Randy Answer Randy, Members of The Church wear temple garments as a physical representation of their faith and commitment to live according to the...
What are the personal blessings of the sealing ordinance?
Question Gramps, What are the personal blessings of the sealing ordinance? Natalie Answer Natalie, Sealing is an ordinance performed in the temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, where a husband and wife are bound...
Do you think with the advances in space science we will be allowed to discover other earths?
Question Gramps, Do you think that with the advances in space science, we will be allowed to discover other earths? John Answer John, In April 2014, astronomers announced the discovery of Kepler-186f, a planet located approximately 500...
