Could the use of decaf coffee and herb tea be in violation of the Word of Wisdom?
Gramps, We all know that the Word Of Wisdom pertains to Hot Drinks and has been defined as tea and coffee. We all know that tea and coffee contain caffeine and the use of either would prevent receiving a Temple Recommend. I have two questions: 1. Could the use of...
Where does the “cause a deep sleep to come upon him…take a rib…make a helpmeet” come from…some other planet???
Dear Gramps, OK, if Adam brought his wife with him to the earth...and into the Garden of Eden....and was made as all the rest of us (journal of discourse reference) then, where does the "cause a deep sleep to come upon him...take a rib...make a helpmeet" come...
Why didn’t Adam and Eve have children in the Garden of Eden?
Gramps, Why didn't Adam and Eve have children in the Garden of Eden? Donna, from Nevada Dear Donna, Very little has been revealed about the lives of Adam and Eve between the time that they came to this earth and the account given in the scriptures about the...
Could you explain 1 Timothy 1:13-14 in regards to Adam and Eve?
Dear Gramps, In 1 Timothy 1:13-14 it reads, "For Adam was first formed, then Eve. And Adam was not deceived, but the woman being deceived was in the transgression." Why does Paul bring up that Adam was formed before Eve? Is he simply illustrating Adam's priesthood...
Where will Zion be built and why?
Question Gramps, Where will Zion be built and why there? I am a member and I am pretty sure that I know this, but I am trying to explain it to a friend, and want to be certain. Velerie Answer Dear Velerie, There are many definitions of the word "Zion." For...
I have a great fear or speaking front of large groups. Would it be wrong to decline an invitation to speak in Sacrament Meeting?
Gramps, I was recently asked to speak in Sacrament meeting. I would gladly do so, however I have a great fear in speaking in large groups. However I strongly believe in supporting my leaders and doing what they ask and in pleasing my Heavenly Father. Would it be wrong...
Does the Prophet or other Church authorities make money off the books they write?
Gramps, Does the Prophet or other Church authorities make money off the books they write while serving at the time? I would feel uncomfortable if they were making money from their positions. Deb, from Arizona Dear Deb, Why would you feel uncomfortable if any of the...
What does it mean when no tribe is mentioned in my patriarchal blessing?
Dear Gramps, In my Patriarchal Blessing there was not a tribe mentioned. Do you know what this means? Thanks Lorraine, from California Dear Lorraine, It has no significance. Normally, one's tribe is mentioned in a patriarchah blessing. It would not be out of place for...
How do I undo things I’ve done that don’t fit into my patriarchal blessing?
Hi Gramps Two years ago I married someone who didn't "fit" my patriarchal blessing and I have had a sinking feeling now that it was wrong. I now realize that I shaped my blessing into what I wanted it to say at the time. This person is a good person. My question is...
Could you explain President Smith’ comment concerning a glimpse into the telestial glory?
Gramps, My question is on regards to Patriarch Smith's statement "President Smith told us that if we could get one little glimpse into the telestial glory even, the glory is so great that we would be tempted to commit suicide to get there." Can you please explain...
