Was Satan cast down to our planet only?
Question Dear Gramps, We know that Christ’s Atonement was infinite, and eternal, and that He died for the sins of all Of Heavenly Fathers planets and creations. I have also heard that our world was the only one wicked enough to crucify Our Lord. So my...
Who do the Ten Virgins represent?
Question Gramps, Who do the Ten Virgins represent? Are they those who say they are Christians? Members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints? Active members of the Church? How can we be certain we have oil in our lamps? Shadow Answer ...
Why are we making the Salt Lake Temple earthquake proof?
Question Gramps, Why are we making the Salt Lake Temple earthquake-proof? Should we not have faith that Heavenly Father can protect his temple using divine means? If God isn't concerned about protecting his temples from natural disasters. Why are we worried?...
What are the blessings given to each tribe of Israel?
Question Gramps, Hey Gramps, What are the blessings given to each tribe of Israel? How is it decided what tribe one belongs to? Elder Pope Answer Elder Pope, The tribes of Israel trace their origins back to the twelve sons of the prophet Jacob,...
Is there a more relaxed look at modesty with change in garment styles?
Question Gramps, I can't find anything official from the Church about recent changes to the temple garment related to a relaxed view of modesty. Have modesty standards been lowered? Connie Answer Connie, The recent changes to temple garments in...
When did Jesus Christ receive the gift of the Holy Ghost?
Answer Gramps, When did Jesus Christ receive the gift of the Holy Ghost? Ashton Answer Ashton, The short and sweet answer is that we do not know. No scripture specifically identifies the moment when Jesus received the gift of the Holy Ghost, nor...
What are the differences/similarities between a Latter-day Saint temple and a Shinto shrine?
Question Gramps, Can you provide comparisons and differences between Japanese Shinto shrines and temples of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, when Church missionaries are assigned to Japan to teach investigators who are practitioners of the...
When did Joseph Smith actually become a prophet?
Question Gramps, Joseph Smith was foreordained to become a prophet. Did he become a prophet when he had the First Vision or when he received the Priesthood? Thank you. Bonnie Answer Bonnie, In the Book of Mormon, Joseph of Egypt prophesied: “A...
Can Latter-day Saints play the organ for pay on Sundays?
Question Gramps, Is it appropriate for an LDS member to play the organ at a different church for compensation on Sundays? Michael Answer Michael, According to the theology and teachings of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints, the...
Why is permission required from a non-member spouse to receive endowments?
Question Gramps, My grandma wants to go to the temple more than anything, but her bishop says she isn't allowed because her husband (who isn't a member and has never been) won't let her. Why does a non-member get to dictate her eternal salvation simply because...
