Why didn’t the 12 disciples in the Americas write anything?
Question Gramps, The 12 apostles in Jerusalem wrote many epistles to the saints. The 12 disciples in America never wrote anything (at least that we know of). Any explanation would be helpful. Kane Answer Kane, There really wasn't a reason to...
Why are some minors who are sexually assaulted disciplined by the Church?
Question Hi Gramps! I was wondering what your thoughts were regarding church discipline for minors, specifically victims of sexual assault? In some cases, victims of abuse and sexual assault of all ages are barred from taking the sacrament and subjected to a...
In which things should a woman in the Mormon Church be obedient to a man?
Question Dear Gramps, I have been a member of the Mormon Church for a few years now. I had a discussion with a friend that asked me a question and I didn’t know exactly how to answer. I hope you can help me. In which things should a woman be obedient to a man?...
Does the Mormon Church have a position on when the spirit enters the body?
Question Gramps, Does the church believe the spirit enters the body at conception? I've read that science says life begins 18 days after. I have a friend who miscarried at about 6-8 weeks. Would the spirit of that embryo be given to her in the next life? ...
Can one be baptized and receive a temple recommend if drinking coffee prescribed by a doctor?
Question Gramps, An investigator had a health concern and she was prescribed by her doctor to drink coffee with her medicines at least once a day. Is she allowed to be baptized and receive a temple recommend in the future without giving up coffee? Or will she...
How is the ordinance of Calling and Election and Second Comforter done?
Question Gramps, I have read about the ordinance of Calling and Election, and Second Comforter - the what and why's of this. But I have never found the "hows". How is this done? Are you recommended by your priesthood leader? Is this something you ask for? Is it...
Coming from an investigator, what is the official teaching of the Church regarding homosexuality?
Question Gramps, How you answer this question will determine whether I move forward with my conversion process or stop it. What is the OFFICIAL teaching of the church in regard to homosexuality? Does the church support, condone, accept the practices of...
Does God have a sense of humor?
Question Dear Gramps, Does God have a sense of humor? Sebastian Answer Dear Sebastian, To attempt to answer that question, it would seem appropriate to first come to a consensus of what humor is. Let me try a little development on that point. In...
Should we always agree with what the Prophet says or should we pray about it?
Question Dear Gramps, Should you always agree with what a prophet says automatically or should you pray about it? I heard that Brigham Young said don’t take my word for it, pray about it. I do understand that he can speak as a prophet and as a man, but how do...
Is there any symbolism in the fact that Nephi reports that his father dwelt in a tent?
Question Dear Gramps, The first book of Nephi mentions numerous times about Lehi dwelling in a tent. Is there any symbolism of this? Kyle Answer Dear Kyle, Lehi was a rich man. Not only did he live in Jerusalem, but he had a house out in the...
