How was it possible that Noah could gather all those animals into the ark?
Question Gramps, When God commanded Noah to build an ark and get two of every animal, how was it possible for him to get two of every animal on the earth when Noah was only in one area? Jennifer Answer Dear Jennifer, Just a couple of points— 1)...
Has any General Authority of the Mormon Church ever said that members of the church should not watch “R” rated movies?
Question Dear Gramps, Has any general authority ever said that members of the church should not watch R rated movies? Leslie Answer Dear Leslie, ABSOLUTELY!! I found 91 references that spoke against the evil and immoral practice of watching R...
Why should I pay tithing when I don’t have the luxury of being able to pay?
Question Gramps, This is not really a question, but a statement. A question was asked about tithing, and how this couple was reprimanded for not paying such money. I disagree with the answer to the question. Yes, I do believe it is important. I am a new convert...
How could Nephi have known what the Savior was praying about when he was not present at the time of his prayer?
Question Dear Gramps, I have just been re-reading 3rd Nephi, I especially like the direct words of the Saviour. I am extremely concerned about one point. The Lord Jesus Christ had ALL of the Nephite/Lamanite survivors praying earnestly on their knees and he...
How does the Mormon Church determine the “correct translation” of the Bible as is referred to in their Articles of Faith?
Question Dear Gramps, In one of your answers you say, “In English, the accepted version of the Bible is the King James Version, and the Mormon Church accepts it, and all other versions, only insofar as they are translated correctly.” How does the Mormon Church...
Does “the angel of the LORD” refer to an angel or to the Savior?
Question Dear Gramps, When Shadrach, Meshach and Abed-nego were thrown into the fiery furnace, the scripture indicates that they were joined by a fourth image who was “like the Son of God.” (vs.25) Later in verse 28 the king says that it is an angel of the...
Were Adam and Eve born on a terrestrial world rather than on this earth?
Question Dear Gramps, Based on one of your articles, I’d like to ask you a question about Adam and Eve. Would it be a reasonable point to believe that Adam and Eve were representatives of a terrestrial world/kingdom (like the one most of the humanity are going...
What is the difference between the terms ‘eternity’ and ‘eternities’?
Question Gramps, I was wondering if you could please explain to me the difference between the terms ‘eternity’ and ‘eternities’. The word ‘eternities’ seems to be used quite a lot in Mormon writings and I am confused to the actual meaning. Thanks. Chelsea...
Does Satan have the power to give us feelings and thoughts?
Question Dear Gramps, I was just reading your answer to the young lady about homosexuality and how it should be treated. In it was discussed whether the Lord gives feelings to us. My question is, “Doesn’t Satan also have the power to give us feelings?” Couldn’t...
What are the sins that should be confessed to a bishop in the Mormon Church?
Question Gramps, Thanks for your website. I am wondering about sins that must be confessed to a bishop. I know that all moral sins dealing with breaking the law of chastity must be confessed, but are their other sins that must be presented to priesthood leaders...
Does Heavenly Father also have a Father?
Question Dear Gramps, Could you explain a little further the nature of Heavenly Father? Specifically, does he have a father and so on and so on and did he have to gain a body and have a savior? Where might I find a scripture or prophet discussion to read to...
Is it possible that God would give a commandment and later rescind it?
Question Dear Gramps, A personal acquaintance of mine recently asked me the following question. “Why would God give the commandment of polygamy, and then rescind the commandment later.” Part of his concern is that maybe there wasn’t specific revelations...
Are tea and coffee against the Word of Wisdom?
Question Dear Gramps, One of the questions you answered today dealt with the reason for not drinking tea. The person that wrote you asked if it was because of the tannin in the tea. Your answer was that the Word of Wisdom forbids it. That is not correct, as you...
Can the spirits who followed Satan repent and be forgiven?
Question Dear Gramps, My mother-in-law believes that the spirits that were cast out and followed Satan can be forgiven and have an opportunity to obtain a mortal body simply by letting Heavenly Father know they are sorry. I disagree, but I cannot convince her...
Do animals, especially pets, also go to heaven?
Question Gramps, Do you have any insight about the hereafter for animals (pets)? Howard Answer Dear Howard, It is my understanding that all of God’s creations are eternal, and that they all consist of an intelligence, a spirit and a body. This...
What do you think is the language that the Nephite people spoke?
Question Hi Gramps! What do you think the Nephite language was. Thanks! Tommy Answer Dear Tommy, Both the spoken and the written language of the Nephites was Hebrew. Lehi and Ishmael and their families were living in Jerusalem when they were...
Do you have any information on a supposed prophesy made in 1739 by a Catholic priest?
Question Dear Gramps, I am looking for a reference on a catholic priest who stated that at that time (1739 in Basil, Switzerland ) that there was not a true church on the earth, but that he had had a vision of people being ran out of their homes because of...
Could you tell me when the great apostasy occurred?
Question Dear Gramps, I was having a discussion the other day with a non-Mormon friend. She asked me to define the Great Apostasy that occurred in the early church. She specifically wanted to understand time periods and what types of things were considered to...
Should I limit my activity in the Mormon Church in order to improve my marriage relationship with my non-member husband?
Question Gramps, I frequently read your questions and responses and they bring quite a bit of thoughtful information and perspective into my life. My question to you is regarding my status in the Church. I am a married woman whose husband is not a member. I...
Does the Mormon Church maintain that it is the one true church?
Question Gramps, Does the Mormon Church maintain that it is the one true church? What does it consider the other Christian denominations? Nostuh Answer Dear Nostuh, Yes, the Mormon Church DOES maintain that it is the one true church. In the first...
Is it considered a full tithing in the Mormon Church to pay tithing on our net income?
Question Gramps, When we pay our tithing in the Mormon Church do we pay on our Gross Income, before taxes are taken out… or on our Net Income? My husband who is self-employed says we pay on our Gross Income… But I have always felt that if I pay a tenth of my...
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