Is it wrong for me to turn down invitations to attend Christenings?
Dear Gramps, I know a number of members who have attended 'Christenings' at the request of friends or family. I have always turned down such invitations as I always think of the statement by Mormon that infant baptism is an abomination in the sight of God. Am I right...
If one has a miscarriage, does that spirit stay in heaven to wait to be reunited with its parents?
Question Dear Gramps, If one has a miscarriage, does that spirit stay in heaven to wait to be reunited with it's parents and family later or does that spirit have the opportunity to come down and gain a physical body again with another pregnancy? Basically,...
Does our spirit look just like the age we are when we die?
Hi Gramps; I have a question about our spirits. Does our spirit look just like the age we were when we died? What about a baby, does his spirit look like the age of his or her prime, whatever age that may be? Thanks, Ann. Dear Ann, Remember that we are spirit children...
If a married couple enjoys pornography privately is it wrong and why?
Gramps, I know that they say to avoid pornography, but they also say that the prophet does not go into a married couple's bedroom. If a married couple enjoys it privately, is it wrong? If so, WHY? I need concrete reasons. Anon, from Colorado Dear Anon, Pornography,...
Could you tell me where I may find references to Jesus Christ written while he was on the earth or very shortly after his resurrection that are not part of scripture?
Gramps, Could you tell me where I may find references to Jesus Christ written while he was on the earth or very shortly after his resurrection that are not part of scripture? Anonymous, from California Dear Anonymous, One of the most prominent historians and writers...
Why is the name of our Savior written and transliterated from the Hebrew scriptures as Yehweh?
Hi Why is the name of our Savior written and transliterated from the Hebrew scriptures as "YAHWEH." What is the connection to Jesus and Yashua. I understand that there is a great importance in a name. My understanding is that the "J" sound was part of the Greek...
When did Jesus Christ appear to the Nephites on the American continent?
Gramps, When did Jesus Christ appear to the Nephites on the American continent? Was it after his resurrection, or was it during the time between his death and the resurrection? Michael, from Ohio Dear Michael, You will find the answer to your question in Third Nephi...
Is Satan allowed to tempt people of other earths or only this earth?
Gramps I enjoy reading your column quite a bit. I have just read with great interest the two most recent questions, the two regarding millions of earths and Christ the Savior for all for them. My question is would you please explain in conjunction to those answers if...
Is it appropriate to end our testimonies “In the name of Jesus Christ?”
Question Dear Gramps, After teaching a lesson in adult institute class, I bore my testimony and closed it by saying "I say these things in the name of Jesus Christ, Amen." After class one of the sisters asked me about that statement. She said the missionaries had told...
My question is, if every person has some form of a conscience, why is it necessary to bestow upon them the Holy Ghost
Dear Gramps, During Moses' time, the Israelites were misled constantly. It was explained to me that they held the Aaronic Priesthood (which gives the authority to baptize) but only Moses held the Melchizedek (as did Jethro). So when Moses died (or translated) and they...
Was the Savior crucified on a Thursday or a Friday?
Dear Gramps, Was the Savior crucified on a Thursday or Friday? I feel it was a Thursday. Read Matthew 12:40. "For as Jonas was 3 days & 3 nights in the whale's belly; so shall the Son of Man be 3 days & 3 nights in the heart of the earth." The world and Church...
Why in the Book of Mormon is Jesus Christ and the Father always described as the same person?
Dear Gramps, Our church (LDS) believes that Jesus Christ is the son of our Heavenly Father, two separate and distinct individuals. I also believe this and always have, even before I was converted a year ago. But a massive contradiction exists in our own Book of...
What I need to know is how to repair a relationship with our Father
Dear Bro. Gorton, Sir, I am a life-long member married to a convert. We have four children and are expecting our fifth by Christmas. I tell you this to share where I am in this life. What I need to know is how to repair a relationship with our Father. I am angry with...
Some of my friends have suggested that Christ not only appeared in Israel and America, but also in other places upon this earth.
Dear Gramps, Some of my friends have suggested that Christ not only appeared in Israel and America, but also in other places upon this earth. It sounds logical, but is there any kind of evidence or are there any statements made by the authorities on this? Thanks!...
Why could Mary Magdeline not touch Christ at the tomb?
Gramps, Why could Mary Magdeline NOT touch Christ at the tomb? My husband's priesthood quorum got way off track last week and he asked me (he figures because I teach Gospel Essentials and sometimes Gospel Doctrine I should know, but..) well, I'm hoping you do? Thanks....
Is there any reference that the Savior brought the Melchizedek priesthood with him from the pre-existence?
Dear Gramps, I have heard it said that the Savior brought the Melchizedek priesthood with him from the pre-existence, that he wasn't ordained here on earth. Is there any reference or information on this topic at all that you know of? FH, from California Dear FH, The...
Why wasn’t the Savior baptized when He was eight?
Question Dear Gramps, Why wasn't the Savior baptized when He was eight? Since we are to follow His example this is confusing. It is my understanding that baptism was around even before the Savior's time. If it was, then at what age were people baptized? Just...
Did Christ visit Nephi the night before he was born as a premortal spirit?
Gramps, When Nephi was praying the night before Christ was born, Christ as a Spirit appeared before Nephi. Was this Christ as a premortal spirit or was it an angel speaking as first person for Christ? Roger from California Dear Roger, Here is the scripture that you...
How do you explain all the references to the deity of Christ, and how are we to understand this if the Bible says that there is only one God.
Dear Gramps, How do you explain all the references to the deity of Christ, and how are we to understand this if the Bible says that there is only one God. This would sound like the people who believe in the trinity are right. Can you help me understand? isa4310 Dear...
What can you tell us about the marriage, the wives, and the children of Jesus?
Question Dear Gramps; What can you tell us about the marriage, the wives, and the children of Jesus? Sally Answer Dear Sally, There is no place in the scriptures that explicitely states that the Savior was married. However, there is also no place...
Didn’t Jesus have to know each of well enough to know what sins we would commit?
Gramps, Didn't Jesus have to know each of us well enough to know what sins we would commit in order for Him to suffer for those sins not yet committed? The scriptures say that if we don't repent we will have to suffer similar to the Savior. When a law is broken, a...
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