Seeking Truth
Gramps, I admire the the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints a great deal. But I am not sure if I am ready to become a believer. I would love to be a witness to the truth. What would you recommend I do? Derek _______________ Derek, If you haven't done so...
Can you tell me about the Gift of Prophecy?
Question Dear Gramps, Recently I was told In my patriarchal blessing that I have the gift of prophecy. I had a sunday school teacher when I was younger tell us that he also had it, and he explained that he could prophesy about those whom he had stewardship...
Contradiction in Priesthood Blessings?
Question Dear Gramps, Almost 2 years ago I learned that I was expecting twins. After having some issues with bleeding in the beginning of the pregnancy my husband gave me a priesthood blessing. In it he stated that both babies would be healthy and that I would...
Ordinances of the Aaronic Priesthood
Which are the ordinances of the Aaronic Priesthood? John ___________ John, You can find the ordinances of the Aaronic Priesthood in the duties of a priest. They are: Baptism Sacrament Aaronic Priesthood ordination ...
Polygamy and the Law
Question Hey Gramps, Just wondering, hypothetically, if US laws were changed to allow polygamy would the practice be allowed in the church again? Just wondering Answer Dear Wondering, For the Church to begin practicing polygamy again, it would...
Does Luke 9:62 reference Lot’s wife?
Question Gramps, Does Luke 9:62 have reference to Lots wife looking back? She went back into the city and went back to her old ways. So if we look back on our old ways or go back to our old ways we lose sight of God. Thanks, Daren Answer Daren, Luke 17 has a...
Why did the angels go to the shepherds?
Question Why did the angels go to the shepherds? What was the reason? Larry Answer Larry, These shepherds may have been tending sheep specifically raised as temple sacrifices (see Elder McConkie’s The Mortal Messiah vol 1, page 347). The angel gave them...
Spirit Prison during the Millenium
Dear Gramps, We are taught that at the Second Coming of Jesus Christ that everyone living a Telestial law or lower will be burned and go to the Spirit Prison. At the same time, the righteous saints in Paradise will be resurrected. My question for you is: With such a...
Confession of Sin
I was married twice before and now I have not been active in church. I haven't gone cause I feel like a failure, but know I've gotten cought up in a sexual relationship. I don't want to be excommunicated(I've already been through a repentence process once before)but...
Who will be tempted by Satan after 1000 years
Dear Gramps, I can't find the answer to this question anywhere. When satan will be loosed at the end of the Millennium, who will be the ones tempted by him? Some in Church say everyone, to me that doesn't sound fair, some say all those born during the millennium and...
Why did the apostles have a hard time recognizing Christ?
Question Why did the apostles have a hard time recognizing Christ each time they saw him after the resurection? Karen Answer Karen, Jesus Christ was the first fruits of the resurrection. Before that, there was really nothing to compare. On that first Easter...
Parenting of Children
Dear gramps, My question is in regards to my father in law. I have been married to my wife for 3 years. My father in-law just tried telling my wife that he is still to raise her and the she is his responsibility in making sure the gospel is in her life. As well as...
Lost Books of the Bible
Bro Gramps, do you know if the LDS Headquarters use the "Lost Books of the Bible" and The "Forgotten Books of Eden"? I have had this bible for about 15 years and it is very very interesting. The reason these books wasn't published is due to the Authors thought these...
Serious Stumbling Block
Gramps, I've been in the church for over a year after having been a pentacostal minister for over 20 years. I love your site. It has answered many questions for me and increased my faith and testimony. However, in my studies I came across two scriptures that I cannot...
What does it mean to reject the gospel?
Question Gramps, Last week in Relief Society our lesson was on the Last Judgement. We learned that those who reject the Gospel in this life,but accept it in the next, will be assigned to the Terrestrial Kingdom. So what does it mean to "reject" the Gospel--I'm...
Women and Missions
Hi Gramps, Just wondering if there is a cut-off age for women who want to go on a mission? I'm thinking about going but I have a lot of things to sort out in my life first so I want to wait another year. Thanks Riya ____________ Riya, If there's any place where a...
Mormons Belief in the Bible
Am I correct in assuming that Mormon's belief in the divinity of the bible? That all 66 books contained within are true and valid and from God? Kevin _____________ Kevin, There are thirteen basic statements composed by Joseph Smith that explain what the LDS Church...
Satan’s Choices
We've all been given the ability to choose and the opportunity to repent. But does Satan have the same options? I realize it would be extremely unlikely. But if for some reason he wanted to change, could he?? Could Satan choose to follow Christ's light?? And is it...
How can I be prepared for an economic crash?
Question Dear Gramps, I have heard some of my friends, two who are former bishops, tell me that in the future the economy will crash. I am striving to prepare with food storage, etc. The one thing I won't be able to do is pay off my home loan and car loan. If...
Purpose for fasting
On fast Sunday or when we fast can we fast for more than one purpose on that day? Clinton _____________ Dear Clinton, I have on occasion, had more then one purpose in mind while fasting. Life doesn't always come at you in a nice orderly manner that allows you to focus...
Gift of Healing
My patriarchal blessing includes a one line statement that reads, "You will have the gift of healing with you." I have been a member of the church for 39 years now and I have always wondered what this gift meant and how I could develop it. I obtained a bachelor's...
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