I have heard the reason that polygamy was practiced was because the 1/3 who followed Satan were all men and that left more women than men on this earth.
Question Dear Gramps, I have heard that the reason that polygamy was practiced was because the 1/3 who followed Satin were all men and that left more women than men on this earth. In order for all women to obtain eternal life they have to be sealed to someone. Is this...
If polygamy became legal again, would the church practice it?
Gramps, In the early days of the church, polygamy was accepted and practiced by the saints. But, when it was made illegal, the church stuck to obeying the laws of the land. My question is: If polygamy was made legal again, would the church practice it? Thank you so...
In the premortal life, did we have a choice as to what gender we wanted to be?
Question Gramps, My name is Ed and I was a little bit disturbed last week. My wife came home from a Relief Society function and told me that they had a speaker there that said in the premortal life we had the choice of what sex we wanted to come to earth as. I...
What is the difference between pre-ordination and pre-destination?
Dear Gramps, I am having a hard time with the two concepts-pre-ordination and pre-destination. Is there any way we can distinguish them? In our premortal life, Our Father knew which ones would return to him in the Celestial Kingdom. It seems unfair and it almost seems...
If I take medication is it breaking my fast?
Dear Gramps, I have a question concerning Fast Sunday. A week ago (which was fast Sunday) I had to take prescription medicine that says, Take With Food. I fasted my two meals, but put one bite of food in my mouth Sunday morning to take my pill. One bite is all I had....
To what degree can the Spirit abide with those who are excommunicated?
Question Gramps, I have a question that you may or may not want to answer through your column. What is the status (for lack of a better word) of the Spirit abiding or not abiding with excommunicated persons? I realize that those who are in this situation are worse...
If families are to be forever, how can they be if a couple divorces?
Dear Gramps, Growing up in the church, I have always been taught that families will be together forever. I have also been taught that we will have eternal joy if we make it into the celestial kingdom. What I don't understand is, is that if your family is divorced, how...
Will I be with my dog in the next life?
Question Gramps, I would like to know where dogs go when they die. I had a dog that died and she was like family. I would like to know if we will be with her in the next life. Is there a special place they go or will she be with u?. Please let me know because I'm very...
Where does the spirit children that God has sired since the council in heaven fit in?
Dear Gramps, If there was a council in heaven and all of God's children were there, and, using their free agency made the choice to follow Satan or Christ, where do the spirit children God has sired since that council fit in? Do they come under that council with no...
Why are some ordinances other than baptism and temple marriage performed only in the name of the Son?
Dear Gramps -- I've wondered for a time why is it that when we baptize we do it in the name of the Father, Son and Holy Ghost, as is also the case in the temple marriage. Why then are the other ordinances, such as confirmation, priesthood ordination, Sacrament,...
Are children who commit crimes before age 8 held accountable?
Question Dear Gramps, I know we are not accountable for our actions until we are 8 years old. What about that 6-year-old kid in Michigan who shot the girl in his class? If they would decide to execute him, would he automatically go to the Celestial Kingdom because he...
Is it a requirement to take the Sacrament with the right hand?
Gramps, I am a primary teacher, and recently one of the presidency taught the children that it is necessary to partake of the sacrament with the right hand. I had never heard this until I moved here. I have also had a friend correct my "lefty" (who is 3) about using...
Is it appropriate to attend singles wards or date before divorce is final?
Hi Gramps, I have a friend that is going through a divorce. She is now attending a singles branch. Is this right? She says that her divorce is still in the works(not final) but what if she started dating again or participating in activities as a single member even...
Is it true that if a woman remarries she is committing adultery?
Question Dear Gramps, In the New Testament it says that when a woman who is divorced remarries, she commits adultery. I know several women who have been remarried in the temple following a divorce. Can you shed some light on this scripture? Thanks! L ...
How can a single woman have a husband in heaven if the Bible clearly states there will be no marrying?
Gramps, Hello, I'm a member of the church, but am confused by something I have heard said that a single woman will have a husband in heaven. Now I'm curious as to how this can happen when the bible clearly states there will be no marrying or given in marriage in...
Why must the job of branch clerk be filled by a man?
Question Dear Gramps, Our branch is very small and we don't have enough regularly attending priesthood holders to fill all the positions without each person tackling more than one. I understand this is necessary at times but I was wondering if you could explain to me...
Are you held accountable if you kill someone as a police officer?
Question Dear Gramps, I always have been wondering about this question. You are a police officer and you have just shot or killed someone because it is a part of the job. Does Heavenly Father hold you accountable for those people that you killed while on this...
What will be our abilities in the spirit world?
Question Hey Gramps, I just had a question about our abilities in the spirit world. Brigham Young said that when we are there we will be able to visit places such as Jerusalem at the time of Christ, the Garden of Eden, etc. Will this be a gift to those who are...
Will celestial beings create spirit children in the same way they are created here upon the Earth?
Gramps Will celestial beings create spirit children in the same way they are created here upon the Earth? Will it be part of the duties of Angels to assist in rearing these millions of spirits? Anon, from England Dear Anon, Although there is no scriptural reference to...
What would you do if you had committed a sin against your family and would rip them apart if they knew?
Dear Gramps, I was wondering what you would do if you had committed a sin against your family and wanted complete forgiveness but if you were to tell them, it would rip your family apart. Literally. Thanks! Ariel Reese, Age 15 Dear Ariel, If you want complete...
How do I approach my adult children about my desire to not have R rated movies in my home?
Hi Gramps. Here's my problem. In addition to a 17 year old son I have an adult son and an adult stepson who are working full time also living at home. They are saving money for college. A few nights ago I found them upstairs watching R rated movies and my 17 year old...
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