How do I know if I am really receiving personal revelation?
Question Gramps, When I have an important decision to make or just need some answers, I fast and pray and study my scriptures. When I receive what I feel is my answer, I do my best to act on it faithfully. But some of these important decisions have ended up...
Does the atonement have no effect on us if we don’t repent?
Question Gramps, If we don't repent of our sins the atonement has no effect on us. We have to suffer for our own sins. Is this correct? Karen Answer Karen, This is correct according to the following scripture, Doctrine & Covenants 19:15-20 15...
Can you explain the Adam-God doctrine?
Question Gramps, Can you explain the Adam-God doctrine? Don Answer Don, I can certainly explain that it is not official LDS Doctrine. There is no clear scriptural precedent for the typical understanding of Brigham Young's comments. Did he mean...
What qualifies as doctrine?
Question Good ole gramps, My question for you is what constitutes as doctrine in the LDS church? I have been searching for statements by the brethren and haven't been able to find anything concrete. I know that the prophets and apostles each have their own...
Do We Have to Practice Polygamy in the Next Life?
Question Gramps, I read your answer - but when I read D&C 132:64, it sure seems like it is saying we (women) have to accept plural wives if our husband wants it. Is that what it is saying? I don't want to practice polygamy here or in the next life - it is...
Seventh seal
Has the seventh seal been opened? Karen _______________ Karen, the seven seals each represents 1000 years of the earth's temporal existence (D&C 77:6). If we take that to be a literal 1000 years and not a rough number, and if we accept the conventional date of the...
Family History
Is it found in the scriptures this statment "It is necessary to take a copy of your Family History records as you pass through the veil into eternity?" Penny ____________ Penny, No, that quote is not found anywhere in the scriptures. I think you'll be hard pressed to...
Are organ donations acting like God?
Question Gramps, Is organ and blood donating in a way acting like God? Do you think it is right to donate organs or blood? Shaunae Answer Shaunae, I've marveled at the levels our medical knowledge have reached. I've also marveled at how much more we've yet to...
What is the background of Genesis Chapters 48-50?
Question Gramps, Could please tell the background of genesis chapter 48-50 and the subject in it ? Naveen Answer Naveen, Shortly before dying, Jacob (Israel) called his sons together to give them one final blessing. Reuben was his firstborn son,...
One third part host all men?
A friend told me that she understood that the one third part host that was held back because of their agency was all men. She said she was also told that this is the reason plural marriage will be a part of the Celestial due to a lack of worthy men. Would you please...
Jesus and Jehovah
If Jesus is Jehovah can you explain Psalms 110:1? And compare Psalms 83:18 with Mark 5:7. Jesus is the son of Jehovah. Chris __________ Chris, I took a fresh look through the Bible after I read your question. I credit you that your interpretation can legitimately be...
What is meant by the sons of Levi offering up a sacrifice?
Question Gramps, What is meant by the sons of Levi offering up a sacrifice? John Answer John, This phrase is first found in the prophecy of Malachi 3:1-3) promising the coming Messiah who will first purify his priesthood holders in...
Tithes
We are in a bad financial situation. Our bills add up to exactly what we make and for food. If we tithe we cant buy food. We can't sell our house because we are upside down 80,000 dollars. Our bishop we contacted and he is coming over in a couple weeks to discuss...
Fasting from food and water
Hi there, I really enjoy your practical explanations of gospel principles. Thank you! I am LDS and work with three Christians of other faiths who hold the perspective that fasting refers to going without food only and not going without drink/water. I have seen where...
Can’t get along with my sister
Dear Gramps, Thank you for all your answers and kind advice. I have a problem. My sister and I are both adults. She is 10 years younger than me. For some reason, she just doesn't seem to want to get along with me. I don't have any problems with her. I think she's a...
Law of Sacrifice and Repentance
What is a contrite spirit and a broken heart? Within the Law of Sacrifice and during the repentance process for a specific transgreee, how will I know when I have a sufficient contrite spirit and broken heart? Dallas _____________ Dallas, When the scriptures mention a...
Ward Boundaries
Can someone have a calling who does not live in the ward? What about an ex husband who is stalking his wife? Vivian ___________ Dear Vivian, If your ex is stalking you, get a restraining order. If you are worried about him being in the same ward tell your Bishop and...
What does it mean to be from the lineage of Joseph?
Question Dear Gramps, My patriarchal blessing tells me that I'm from the house of Israel and I have the lineage of Joseph. What does that mean? What are the blessings from this lineage of Joseph? I appreciate your help very much. Thanks. Gabby Answer...
Earth too small for all resurrected people?
Hello Gramps, Wouldn't the earth be too small to hold all the resurrected people in the Millenium ? Already about 108 billion people have ever lived. Even if God would resurrect only 20% of people, this might get pretty crowded. And what if god is a little more...
Who dresses male members for burial?
Question Gramps, Who dresses the male members of the church for burial? Rhonda Answer Rhonda, If the deceased man is to be dressed in temple clothing, it will be an endowed Melchizedek Priesthood holder. The Bishop will ask either the High Priest...
Clothing in pre-mortal life
My daughter was in seminary when this question was posed. The teacher did not have an answer, but I say it's simple. Did we wear clothing as spirits in the per-existence? I think that since things are "on earth as they are in Heaven" that we did most certainly have...
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