I have a pornography addiction. What should I do?
Question Hello, For a long time I’ve struggled with a pornography addiction. I first started using it when I was as young as 11. I used to view it a lot, but I hardly do anymore (I wish I didn’t look at it at all anymore). I turned 17 this year, and I know I...
How do I learn to forgive fully?
Question Gramps, When I was 4, I was repeatedly molested by my 17 year old cousin. I want to forgive him but don't know how. I have been able to forgive him some but I don't know how to forgive fully. Please help. Lori Answer Lori, I’m so sorry...
How will Christ appear when he returns?
Question Gramps, I have recently pondered the walk with Christ along the the road to Emmaus. These disciples didn't recognize him. And it made me wonder how will Christ appear to us when he returns. In the past I'd imagined him returning wearing a robe and...
How can I have a personal relationship with Christ if I’m praying to God?
Question Gramps, I hear quite often that we should develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. I find that very hard to do because I am praying to Our Father in Heaven and not Jesus Christ. Kevin Answer Kevin, Thank you for taking a moment...
Must one sign a confession to have temple benefits restored?
Question Gramps, Just saw your page...I appreciate the views expressed and thought of a question: If I were to ask my bishop to review the contents of my "official church record" - what type of answer could I expect? I am asking as during Christmas I spoke to a...
Does Brigham Young University receive funding from tithing?
Question Gramps, Does BYU funding come from my tithing donations? Dermot Answer Dermot, The quick answer to your question is yes. Which is why you will notice that the tuition amount for members is substantially less than it is for non-members. ...
Has the Church’s policy on cremation changed?
Question Gramps, Has the Church’s policy on cremation changed recently? Beverlee Answer Hi Beverlee, Thank you for your question. The Church's policy regarding cremation could be found in Handbook 2: Administering the Church(obsolete) and...
If there is a God, why does He allow terrible things to happen?
Question Gramps, I came across a question that left me stumped. Someone had asked, "If there is a God then why does he allow such horrible things to happen?" (Example: murder, rape, etc.) I realized that if anyone were to ever ask me this I would have no idea...
What is the point of being conferred and ordained to the Priesthood?
Question Gramps, I grew up being taught that men have the Priesthood. That is why we get chewed out during Priesthood session to be more righteous, living to be worthy of it, etc. We are conferred and ordained to an office, etc. The Church has lately done all...
Was Moroni a resurrected being when he appeared to Joseph Smith?
Question Gramps, Was Moroni a resurrected being when he came to Joseph Smith? Robin Answer Hi Robin, Thank you for your question. The answer is a clear - yes! On the Church's website it states the following: In 1823 Moroni was sent as...
