Why would evil people be resurrected?
Question Gramps, I teach Gospel Principles. I was teaching on the atonement, and this convert had a really big problem with the concept of everyone receiving a body in the resurrection. She thought it was not fair that mean nasty people, murderers etc. got a...
Does heaven and hell refer to paradise and spirit prison?
Question Gramps, I’ve always understood that many of the references in the bible to heaven and hell refer to paradise and spirit prison–thus, the images of sulfur and burning. Therefore that’s why there’s no discussion of the three degrees in the Old Testament...
Who recorded the events in the Garden of Gethsemane?
Question Gramps, If Jesus Christ was alone in the Garden of Gethsemane and was immediately taken into custody, how do you think we have a record of his exact words? Chantelle Answer Dear Chantelle, Jesus brought three witnesses with him to the...
Was Amulek a polygamist?
Question Gramps, Was Amulek a polygamist? According to Alma 10:11 it seems he may have been. Eric Answer Eric, The scriptures specifies Alma blessed Amulek's "women" while he stayed at his house. The truthful answer is that we don't know if Amulek...
Are the stories of Salome and the Daughter of Jared inspired by each other?
Question Gramps, I have just been reading in Ether about the daughter of Jared devising a plan to secure the kingdom for her father by obtaining the head of Omer. It appears to allude to the story of John the Baptist and Salome but surely the Jaredites didn't...
Did a person’s spirit exist in heaven before the earthly body was born?
Question Gramps, What and where is the scriptural basis for your contention that a person's spirit existed in Heaven before that person's earthly body was born? Does that spirit inhabit a baby's body before birth or, as you see it, or does it occur when the...
Is it unusual to attend the temple by myself?
Question Gramps, As a recent convert and YSA aged man, I want to go to the temple more. The thing is I kind of want to go by myself. Is it unusual to try and go by yourself without a family or group? Lee Answer Hi Lee, Thank you for your question....
Is the idea of “Multiple Mortal Probations” doctrine?
Question Dear Gramps, My husband believes that the idea of Multiple Mortal Probations, wherein all human life lives multiple mortal lives until we have achieved perfection, is true doctrine that we simply aren't taught in church because it's too much for most...
What would help me to believe that Jesus Christ is our Redeemer?
Question Dear Gramps, I am finding it hard to believe that Christ is our Redeemer. I am an inactive LDS member and only believe in the Old Testament. Why do we have to pray to God in the name of Jesus Christ? If I were of another religion would he not hear my...
How will I know if serving a mission is right for me?
Question Dear Gramps, The Church teaches that every able-bodied worthy young man should serve a mission. I am able bodied and I strive to be worthy through repentance. I'm not nervous about leaving home or having a strong testimony or even talking to strangers....
What do Latter-day Saints think of Catholics?
Question Dear Gramps, What is the current Catholic position on the LDS Church and what is the current LDS position on the Catholic believer? Does a Catholic believe an LDS member will go to heaven somehow and does an LDS believer think a Catholic can follow the...
Why is there only 4 gospels in the New Testament?
Question Gramps, Why do we only have the 4 gospels in the New Testament bible. The other 7 saint apostles should have been written also Drew Answer Dear Drew, I would give you a detailed history of the Bible and how we came to obtain it, but I...
What is the “land ethic” of Latter-day Saints and what is their belief regarding the human role in using the earth?
Question Gramps, What is the “land ethic” of Mormons and what do Mormons believe regarding the human role in using the earth? What is the source of this belief? Loretta Answer Dear Loretta, I know of no “land ethic” that is published by The Church...
Where is heaven?
Question Gramps, My 8 year old granddaughter asked me "Where is Heaven". I tried to explain to her but I don't think I got the message across very well. What would you say? Please. Diane Answer Diane, When teaching our children, it is sometimes...
What advice do you have for women who are struggling to feel understood when so many leaders in the Church are men?
Question Hey Gramps, I have a friend who has had bad experiences with men and priesthood leaders in the past, which has made it hard for her to open up to bishops, and men in general. She has been doing better recently, but even the fact that Jesus and Heavenly...
How can our faith be true if people from other faiths also get spiritual confirmation regarding their religion?
Question Hi Gramps, In our faith, we are often told that we can know our church is true by sincerely asking God in faith. Many members I know ground their faith largely in answers to such prayers. I have felt strong spiritual feelings at times as well in...
Is my deceased inactive brother in a state of torture for not having lived the principles of the gospel?
Question Dear Gramps, My brother was tragically killed one year ago. Although, he was born under the covenant and baptized at the age of 8, he was not taught the gospel standards as a child and lived in a home that did not have high regard for the Church. I...
How do you know when you have done “all that you can do”?
Question Dear Gramps, How do you know when you have done "all that you can do"? I confess to be a perfectionist and worry-wart. I have high expectations of myself and others. I want to do all that I can do. But I also don't want to ignore the gift of the...
What is the cup that Jesus speaks of in John 18:11?
Question Gramps, If the atonement is mainly carried out in the garden please explain what cup Jesus says he must drink in john 18:11. Frank Answer Frank, In John 18:11 Jesus reprimands Peter, who had just used his sword to cut off the ear of...
Were civil marriages ever performed in temples?
Question Gramps, Were civil marriages ever performed in The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saint temples? If so, what was the time frame? Thanks. Sarah Answer Sarah, There is a bit of confusion here because we commonly combine two things...
How big are the consequences if excommunicated?
Question Dear Gramps I'm so thankful that I have you. You're such a help in my life. I don't know if I will get a response but I was just wanting to know. How big are the consequences if you are excommunicated from the church? Thanks. Shanz Answer...
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