Is it true that it never rained before Noah?
Question Dear Gramps, Is it true that it never rained before Noah? Is there any authoritative references on this subject? Timothy Answer Dear Timothy, Prior to the natural creation of man on we read in Genesis 2:5, Moses 3:5 and Abraham...
Importance of Confessing Our Sins
Dear Gramps, A few years after I was baptized I started to be immoral with my boyfriend. I talked to the bishop after the first time it happened but I continued bad behavior with different boyfriends all the while still being “active” i didn’t think I needed to go to...
We Need to Forgive and Forget
Dear Gramps, I have a question I am marrying a lovley LDS women in a few months and in a prievous marriage that she was in for 26 years she was verbal and mentally abused he now is a branch president the other day she called me and told me hoe he called her and said...
The Lord is a God of Passion
Dear Gramps, Can you really answer a question? I have search the lds.org’s etc. no place to ask a question that I can locate. Question: Does God sorrow and weep when we commit a sin, mistake, or mean act? thank you. I will see if you answer. And does He rejoice when...
Who is the prophet of the restoration?
Question Dear Gramps, Who is the prophet of the restoration? Becky Answer Dear Becky, Just prior to his death,Lehi, gave counsel and blessings to each of his sons. In the blessing and counsel to his youngest son, Joseph, Lehi relates several prophecies of...
Heavenly Visitations
Dear Gramps, I recently herd about there were three Nephites that helped out on the Peter Whitmer Farm in Fayette,NY.Is there some scriptual facts that prove thaT TO BE TRUE? Harry Dear Harry, In late May, 1829, Joseph Smith continued to translate the Book of Mormon...
Herb and Grain Drinks
Dear Gramps, When I was younger a missionary told the woman I was baby sitting for about a type of tea that was okay to drink however I can not remember what it was and was wondering if you knew. It was something she could make into Ice tea and have on a daily basis,...
What is the difference between gambling and investing in 401K plans?
Question Dear Gramps, I have asked missionaries this question but I do not get a straight answer. I am not Mormon, my wife is. I gamble and I say so does she. I play poker and other games at casinos and with friends. She on the other hand funds a 401K plan...
How can I be in the world but not of the world?
Question Dear Gramps, I’m appreciative of the time you take to answer gospel-related questions. I’ve been very troubled lately by some experiences I’ve had in college. I’m a freshman, back from a mission in Peru, and now in my second semester at a college in Utah. I...
Jesus Speaks for His Father
Dear Gramps, Can you give a easy to understand explination of when reading the BOM, how to distinguish between God the Father and Jesus when they mention “God” “Lord” etc… Caren Dear Caren, It is difficult to determine when God the Father is speaking and when it is...
Gifts of the Spirit
Hi Gramps, I was wondering if you could expand a little on spiritual gifts. Before I was LDS, I didn’t have much religion but I knew there was something else out there. I have always been able to know before hand if someone close to me is going to die, or if someone...
We Believe in Being Honest
Dear Gramps, Is it considered steeling if a debt of over $4000.00 is owed to a non-church member by a member for nonpayment of rent and taking a refrigerator. The owner’s only income was the rent money. The owner got a judgment for this amount and has been unable to...
Adam Fell That Man Might Be
Dear Gramps, Why did Heavenly Father give Adam 2 commandments knowing he would have to sin to keep the one? Do not Partake of the Fruit and Multiply and replenish the Earth. Leila Dear Leila, First of all, we need to keep in mind that Adam and Eve did not sin while...
Mission of John the Baptist
Dear Gramps, Do we know why Jesus was baptized at the age of 30 and not earlier in life? Cam Dear Cam, Nephi explains to us that there are four reasons why Jesus was baptized. First He was baptized to “fulfill all righteousness.” Second His baptism showed “He...
Will We Wear Garments in the Celestial Kingdom?
Question Dear Gramps, Will we wear garments in the Celestial kingdom? Sue Answer Dear Sue, Yes we will wear garments in the Kingdom of God. The question whether they will be as the temple garments we wear today is not known. We read in Alma 5: ...
How do I relieve my fears after attending the temple for the first time?
Question Gramps, I have read a lot of your advice on your website and I really respect your opinions and trust your knowledge of the Church; that is why I am contacting you today. I was baptized into the LDS church on October 20th 2007, and on November 7th 2008 I went...
Bible, a Book of Books
Dear Gramps, wanted two know why the Mormon and other faith have two bibles i know my bible does say any thing about this mr. smith and my bible clearly say you should not add or take one word or . from the bibble and yes even the old king james bible does say any...
What happens when a couple gets a temple divorce?
Question Gramps, What happens when a couple gets a temple divorce? We should understand that there is no such thing as a temple divorce. Is what we refer to as a temple divorce in fact a cancellation of temple sealing? Robin Answer Robin, Many...
Dealing with Santa Claus in our Families
Question Dear Gramps, Sometime ago, I was having a discussion with my seminary teacher (also a former Bishop) about lying, and how he told us it was wrong. I remember asking him if it was wrong to lie to your children about Santa Claus and the Easter Bunny, and...
What the Word of Wisdom Prohibits
Dear Gramps, I was helping my dad bring in some new green tea into the house and he said I could have a case of it. I said “sorry I won’t drink it.” He just looked on and said, “Why not?” I said, “Its against the Word of Wisdom.” We got into a big discusion and he in...
What is True Love?
Dear Gramps, Thanks for your columns! I am 52 and divorced. My ex-husband and I still love each other, but I am active again and won’t have sex with him. He tries to manipulate me into it, and then argues, threatens me with needing to go to other women, etc. What...
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