What purpose do people with intellectual handicaps have in this lifetime?
Mormons believe that people with physical or intellectual handicaps are in no way disadvantaged in their eternal potential. Such handicaps do not necessarily stem from some pre-mortal worthiness or unworthiness.
What language will be spoken in the Celestial Kingdom?
According to Mormon scripture, Adam spoke a language that was pure and undefiled. It is most likely the language of Mormonism’s Celestial Kingdom.
How do I explain the purpose of life without being too religious?
The purpose of life cannot be explained without the religious based parts. Mormon doctrine provides a foundation for the purpose of life.
Does Mormonism teach at what exact time a fetus receives its spirit and becomes a living child?
Mormonism does not reveal at what point a fetus receives its spirit and becomes a separate organism. It may be different for each person.
What happens if a Mormon marries a non-Mormon, or gets married outside of a Mormon temple?
If a Mormon marries a non-Mormon or gets married outside of a Mormon temple, the marriage will end at death. A marriage between two Mormons in a Mormon temple may endure for eternity.
Do Mormons know what happened to the Urim and Thummim which Joseph Smith used to translate the Book of Mormon?
After Joseph Smith finished translating the Book of Mormon, he probably returned the Urim and Thummim to the angel Moroni.
Does Mormonism teach anything about the kind of weapons used in the War in Heaven?
Mormonism suggests that the weapons used in the War in Heaven were probably associated with the mind and will, or with the power of righteousness and faith.
Was it really the Lord’s will that my daughter died?
Mormon doctrine teaches us that death is part of God’s plan and we need not be sad for those who have died, for they are in a better place. We should be concerned with our life here so we can be reunited with our family in heaven.
Does Mormon doctrine teach a beginning to everything?
Mormon doctrine teaches that the universe was not created out of nothing, that it has always existed. God lives outside of time and is eternal, from age to age.
How can I deal with painful gossip in my Mormon ward?
Sometimes in the Mormon Church, members can pass on unkind gossip. We must learn to be patient, and forgiving as the Mormon prophets have taught.
