How can I keep reading the Book of Mormon without becoming bored?
Question Dear Gramps, I joined the LDS Church almost 27 years ago. Since then I have read the Book of Mormon almost continuously for my spiritual nourishment. But it has gotten to the point now to where I'm now going through the same old stories time and again...
How is the church of the devil, as spoken of in the Book of Mormon, related to the various Christian churches?
Question Dear Gramps: The Book of Mormon refers to other churches as the church of the devil. The Mormon Church uses the King James Version of the Bible, with the caveat “as far as it is translated correctly.” However, if the King James Version of the Bible was...
Doesn’t the hymn “Praise to the Man” show we worship Joseph Smith?
Question Hello Gramps, I have sung "Praise to the Man" many times and noticed that the lyrics to the song seem a lot like we are worshipping Joseph Smith. Is there a explanation on why that is? Or a way new perspective on why it has the lyrics it does? Thanks....
What can I do to stop my doubts and fears regarding death?
Question Gramps, Lately I've had an overwhelming fear of death, and a fear that there isn't really a life after death. I do believe in the Church, and I feel horrible about having these doubts, but I can't stop worrying about it. I'm terrified of the idea of...
How can I help the homeless I see along highway intersections?
Question Gramps, I live in San Antonio. A big place, lots of people and many poor people. I feel guilty each time I drive by a homeless person at highway intersections (many times a day). I feel I have become numb to their presence. I know they are children of...
What is the process of rejoining the Church after having your name removed?
Question Gramps, Years ago, my faith was failing and I wasn't living according to the standards of the Church. As a result, I had my name removed from the records of the Church. I know I would need to be re-baptized in order to once again be in the Church....
Is okay to exercise on Sunday?
Question Dear Gramps, I've been an avid follower of this page. And it has helped me answer doctrinal questions I've had kept. As for my question, I would like to ask if it's okay to do exercise on a Sunday. I mean it's for one's health. Thank you. Charles...
How do we know what part of the Bible is allegorical and what part literal?
Question Gramps, This thing about Adam not being formed from the dust of THIS earth and Eve not being formed from a rib taken from Adams side – as the bible says. Should we believe that the flood is real and the dividing of the earth in the days of Peleg is...
Is being a “Special Witness of Jesus Christ” exclusive only to general authorities?
Question Dear Gramps. When a new Apostle is called, he becomes a "Special Witness of Jesus Christ". These special witnesses seem to be exclusive only to Apostles (or General Authorities). Yet Peter taught in Acts 10:34: "God is no respecter of persons". If that...
Will choosing education over mission affect my chances to marry someone in the Church?
Question Dear gramps, I was baptized at the age of 19 and have continued progressing ever since, however in the two years since my baptism I prayerfully decided that I should finish my college education (engineering) instead of serving a mission. This decision...
