One Must Overcome Addiction of Pornography
Dear Gramps, I know someone who want to do whats right. He has been endowed and has confessed to the bishop several times about his addiction to porn(Because he really would like to free from the chains of satan). Because he is a repeat offender and he needs confess...
Is it okay to go swimming on the Sabbath?
Question Dear Gramps, Is swimming on the Sabbath against the teachings of the church? Cody Answer Dear Cody, When the Lord gave Moses the ‘Ten Commandments' He stated: 8 Remember the sabbath day, to keep it holy. 9 Six days shalt thou labor, and do all thy...
Alma Held the Priesthood
Dear Gramps, We know that when Alma baptised Helam he already had the authority to baptise,do we have any record of who baptised Alma? Margaret Dear Margaret, Alma was given the authority to ordain and baptize, “And it came to pass that Alma, having authority from...
Without True Repentance, Our Suffering Shall Be Great
Dear Gramps: We hear wonderful things about the atonement. But do we know what it’s like should we have to pay for our own sins? Sugar Dear Sugar, The greatest gift we have been given is the Atoning sacrifice which our Lord and Savior freely gave to everyone who...
Satan and His Angels
Dear Gramps, It mentions in Revelations that 1/3 of the spirits were banished from the presence of God. In Abraham 3:28, no number is given, but it says “and many followed after him.” In LDS lessons and talks, we always hear 1/3 quoted. Could 1/3 be just an...
Those That Hold the Melchizedek Priesthood
Dear Gramps, Many Christians argue that besides Melchizedek, only Christ is a holder of this priesthood. They often refer to Hebrews which gives the impression that they may be correct. Is there any chance to prove the LDS version of this priesthood just from the...
Adam Commanded to Teach His Children
Dear Gramps, The above scripture (Moses 6: 59)reference seems to be divided into two parts, the first to do with Adams physical creation, the second, the need for a spiritual rebirth (baptism etc). Why in the first part does it mention Blood when blood didn’t exist in...
Which would be wiser? Investing in food or a 401K?
Question Hi Gramps, I am fairly young and trying to plan for my and my family’s future. Would you think it wise to invest in food rather than in 401ks, investments, etc? I figure that eventually someday money will be worth nothing, and the most valuable things will be...
What is the difference between Elias, Elijah and the Spirit of Elijah?
Question Dear Gramps, Can you help me get these two straight? Elias, Elijah, and the spirit of Elias/Elijah. There was also something with the Priesthood of Aaron and the spirit of Elias. I was reading the teachings of the Prophet Joseph Smith and am still...
Should we pay tithing on social security if paid while working?
Question Dear Gramps, If a person has paid tithing on their gross income while they worked, should they also pay tithing on their social security after they retire? Joan Answer Dear Joan, Many requests have been sent to the First Presidency asking...
