Will Salt Lake City become a wicked city before the Second Coming of Jesus?
Many rumors and tales have been told by Mormons saying that Salt Lake City will become a wicked and corrupt city.
My family opposes my joining the Mormon Church, what should I do?
Even if family or others prevent us from joining the Mormon Church, we can live its teachings until we are able to do so.
Should a Mormon date someone who is not an active Mormon?
For Mormons, marriage in a Mormon temple is among the most important decisions in their life and they should be careful not to date those who do not wish for a Temple marriage.
Does the Mormon Church have an official position on Bigfoot?
The Mormon Church has no official position on the existence of Bigfoot, the Loch Ness monster of other creatures.
Can a Mormon be excommunicated for offenses against other members?
Problems among members in the Mormon Church should be taken before the bishop for advice.
What is the Mormon Church’s position on organ donation and on burial vs. cremation?
Regarding burial vs. cremation, or organ donation, the Mormon Church leaves the matter up to the family of the deceased.
Who is the Davidic servant spoken of in the scriptures?
The Davidic Servant spoken of in the scriptures is to come from the line of ancient King David and will build the temple in Palestine. He is yet to appear.
If the Mormon Church is true, why do Mormons still do bad things?
The Mormon Church exists to make bad men good and good men better, to help families and individuals, and to help us repent and build faith in Jesus Christ.
Why is it people keep referring to the Mormon Church when Mormons never talk that way?
In talking amongst themselves, Mormons never refer to themselves as such. However, when talking to others, the term Mormon is more recognizable and understood.
Were there horses in America before Europeans came?
Although the Spaniards found no horses when they came to the Americas, more recent findings indicate that horses were native to America before the Europeans.
What do the words “Mormon” and “Cumorah” mean?
The definition of “Mormon” is unknown, Joseph Smith declared it did not come from Greek. The languages of the Book of Mormon people were Egyptian and Hebrew.
How can I support my friend on a Mormon mission? Should I date other people in the meantime?
It is unwise to make any sort of commitment to a relationship just before a Mormon mission. It is important to let others your age know that you are available.
Why is the title “Faith in Every Footstep” on some Mormon headstones?
The phrase “Faith in Every Footstep” comes from a 1997 Mormon video commemorating the Mormon Pioneer trek to the Salt Lake Valley
Would fishing be considered the wanton killing of animals and therefore sinful?
Scriptures warn against wasting flesh when you have no need of it, but whether fishing is sinful is a matter of conscience to figure out yourself.
How can so many people be in open rebellion against God if they originally followed Christ before coming to earth?
It is difficult to forgive someone who has hurt us or someone we love but the Lord said “Vengeance is mine.” We do ourselves more damage when we do not forgive.
How long did Mormon prophet Joseph Smith have the gold plates?
The exact date when Mormon Prophet returned the golden plates to the Angel Moroni is not known. People can only guess.
Are my doubts concerning Mormonism bad?
Having doubts about Mormonism is not bad if prompted by a desire to know the truth. The only answer to those doubts will come from the Holy Spirit.
Should women be covering their heads during prayer today?
Women do not need to cover their heads during prayer. Paul was giving counsel toward a local custom in order to avoid offense to any of the locals.
How should Latter-day Saints respond to serving on a jury?
Mormons believe it is important to honor and sustain the government by doing one’s civic duty and serving on a jury.
How can I live in accordance with the will of God?
Mormons believe that in order to live in accordance with the will of the Lord we must control our thoughts and actions, obey the commandments of God, and pray often.
Who was O. B. Huntington in Mormon Church History?
O. B. Huntington lived around Mormon saints in the early days of the Mormon Church. Anti-Mormons have used extracts from his diary to form biased propaganda.
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