Missionary Work
Should all church members proselyte? Doris ___________ Doris, For several years we have been told "every member a missionary". What I take from this is that we are all expected to have the spirit of missionary work within us, but we are not expected to go door-to-door...
White Stone
After reading Rev. 2:17 and comparing it with D&C 130:10-11, then the new name which is found "inside" the mind of temple members and also the new name which is found in the white stone, then the white stone and temple goers who are also dressed in white are...
When did Christ give His apostles the Melchizedek Priesthood?
Question Gramps, John the Baptist, being from the tribe of Levi, had the Levitical priesthood and the authority to baptize Christ. Christ was born holding the Melchizedek Priesthood and did not need to be confirmed a member of His own church nor the gift of the...
Can post mortal spirits visit pre-mortal spirits?
Question Gramps, I could not find the answer, so I hope I am not asking it again. In Sunday School a sister said her mom, who had passed away, knew and talked to her grandchild, this woman's daughter, in the pre-existence. I thought that would be impossible for...
Was Jesus Christ both human and divine?
Question Gramps, While Jesus was living on earth, was he both human and divine or did he set aside his divinity when he was born of Mary? Virginia Answer Virginia, When topics like this come up, I usually try to find out exactly what is meant by...
Is evil eternal?
Question Gramps, Will Satan who represents evil be bound forever for all of Heavenly Father's children and all earths? Will this struggle be an eternal one for all worlds as they are created and populated with mankind? My son asked me this question and I wasn't...
Will the prophet in the last days be named David?
Question Gramps, Is this a Wasatch front myth? It seems that I was taught that the name of the Church prophet at the time the Savior comes will be David. So, of course, I'm looking at David A. Bednar wondering. Jan Answer Jan, The closest quote I...
I offended someone
Dear Gramps, A few years ago I made a big mistake, not chastity related, one which gave someone cause to resent me greatly and to decide to stop going to church. I am currently in the process of being counseled by a priesthood leader in my ward about the mistake that...
Dress Code for the Chapel
I am the Primary president and we are going to have a practice for the children's program in the chapel. Do they need to wear Sunday dress or not? We will be eating afterwards in the gym. Vicky _____________ Vicky, I would think Sunday dress would be appropriate for a...
Spirit talking or fear?
Lately I've had doubts about a decision my husband and I made a few years ago to prevent any more pregnancies. Each of my 6 pregnancies have gotten worse with the last one nearly taking my life and the life of our son. My husband and I decided for me to get a tubal,...
Did Lucifer know he was fulfilling part of Heavenly Father’s plan?
Question Hi gramps! When Lucifer says he is only doing that which he's seen done in other worlds, what exactly is he referring to? Tempting the children of god? And he couldn't have known when he tempted Eve in the Garden of Eden that he was fulfilling part of...
Personality disorders
I have been professionally diagnosed with Schizoid Personality Disorder. The disorder has made it almost impossible to live a full, happy life. Due to my inability to connect with others, I have been unable to fulfill my church responsibilities as expected. This...
How much should I tell my Bishop?
I've self-harmed, attempted suicide, denied Christ, had more than one sexual relationship with guys I had no feelings for, allowed another girl to kiss me, been involved with drugs and alcohol, as well as several other things that I know are against the church. I know...
The Flood
Is there a specific date for the time of the flood? Dave _______________ Dave, Here is an interesting article on the Church web site about the flood and tower of Babel: The Flood and the Tower of Babel - Ensign Jan. 1998 - ensign The article is by Donald W. Parry, and...
Is the washing of feet an ordinance?
Question Gramps, I just read your response to someone's question about the significance of the washing of feet. You didn't say much about it being an ordinance. In James E.Talmage's book "Jesus The Christ," he calls it an ordinance. In Joseph Smith's journals...
Annointings
Is it true there are 7 types of anointings? Cindy ____________ Cindy, anointing with oil is an ancient practice that separates the anointed as holy and set apart for a special purpose. In the scriptures you'll find that Aaron was anointed to be high priest, David was...
A Dream about Mormons and Angels
Dear gramps, I'm not a Christian but I believe in Christianity very strongly. Two months back I saw a dream early in the morning where I found myself in my school where I was sitting with my old friends in a bus. They all were discussing about scary ghost stories. I...
Different abilities
Dear Gramps, I'm sixty and over the years have had a difficult time getting on with people. I have been coping with several challenges - not disabilities. Among them: depression, PTSD, ADD, OCD, dyslexia and processing issues. Currently I have a difficult time going...
King Mosiah
Who was King Mosiah's (the 1st) father? Floyd _____________ Floyd, The short answer is that the Book of Mormon does not say. If you remember from your reading the Large Plates were given to the person who would succeed Nephi (son of Lehi) as king (Jacob 1: 1-3). The...
What is Appropriate When Bearing Your Testimony?
Question Gramps, What is appropriate content when a person bears his testimony on the first Sunday and at the same time what is inappropriate? David Answer You will not find a checklist of things you have to say, nor will you find a checklist of thing you are...
Chronic depression and illness
I am a member of the church. I have had depression and chronic fatigue since I was 11 years old. I'm now 55. Medication does not seem to help. Could you please help me understand a couple of things? 1) What can I learn from these illness's? 2) Why would I choose this...
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