Does God change His mind?
Question Dear Gramps, The question was brought up in a quorum meeting,”Does God change his mind?” One instance that was mentioned was Joseph’s continual petition to the Lord in the behalf of Martin Harris to show the manuscript to his wife. I’m not convinced...
Was Jesus the creator of our world?
Question Gramps, Recently our home teacher read a scripture (I can’t remember where it was) that stated that Jesus Christ created the world. I am confused by that as I hadn’t read that before. I have searched for that scripture and can’t find it and would like...
Why are the biblical passages cited in the Book of Mormon essentially identical with those in the Bible?
Question Dear Gramps, I am curious to know why so many passages in the Book of Mormon are the same as those in the New Testament, particularly the beatitudes. If the bible is true insofar as it is translated correctly, then why are the passages so nearly the...
How does one acquire humility?
Question Dear Gramps, I know that humility is a Christlike quality to have and many have the intentions of acquiring it. How do we obtain it? What is needed to acquire this trait? Confused Answer Dear Confused, Humility is merely the trait of...
How can I become happy?
Question Dear Gramps, In the scriptures it says man should be happy, but in my life (no matter how hard I try) I cannot seem to find any happiness for an extended amount of time. How can I become happy? Nathaniel Answer Dear Nathaniel, The first...
I feel a leading back to the Mormon Church. What do you recommend?
Question Dear Gramps, I used to be a active member of the Mormon Church. We left the church years ago and are active in a non-denominational church. I feel a leading back to the church, except that I just don't understand doctrine. I also never felt connected...
How can I be sure that I’m choosing the right girl to marry as promised in my patriarchal blessing?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a question concerning a particular part of my patriarchal blessing that has been bugging me since the day I received it. First, let me tell you a little of what it says. My patriarchal blessing tells me that in the pre-existence I...
How can God be all powerful and all knowing if He is eternally progressing?
Question Hello, I have a question about the Mormon belief that God is “all-powerful” and “all knowing”. How can a being who is actively engaged in eternal progress by definition be in possession of “all-power” and “all knowledge”, since no limit is implied by...
Should Mormon women work outside the home?
Question Dear Gramps, I’m confused at how many Mormon women are working outside the home. Have the counsels changed? Are the General Authorities now encouraging this? It seems like women who work outside the home are extremely sensitive when questioned about...
What is the significance of parents being sealed to children?
Question Gramps, What is the significance of parents being sealed to children? Inasmuch as we will all be adults in the hereafter, what are the benefits derived from such a sealing? And what happens to that parent-child sealing if the parents receive a temple...
Were the priests and teachers among the Nephites functioning as part of the Aaronic Priesthood?
Question Gramps, When King Mosiah gave Alma authority to set the church in order - Alma ordained Priests and Teachers. Jacob and Joseph were ordained as Priests and teachers of this people. Is this the same office referred to in D&C 20 as part of the...
Would it be improper for a member of the Mormon Church to join the CIA?
Question Dear Gramps, A classmate of mine in Institute was considering applying to work for the CIA as a field operative. He was concerned, though, that he might be asked to steal information or other things (like technology) from foreign governments as part of...
What is the difference between a sin and a transgression?
Question Dear Gramps, What is the difference between a sin and a transgression? Adam partook of the fruit when God instructed them not to. Please explain the differences as in the 2nd Article of Faith about a sin and a transgression; We believe that all mankind...
How does one know that repentance is complete?
Question Hi Gramps, I love to read all of your answers! I have a question. After you have gone to the bishop and told him your sins…and prayed for forgiveness. What is next? Of course never do the sin again…feel godly sorry for what you have done…but what if...
Was the ordination of Elijah Abel to the priesthood an exception to the rule against admitting Blacks to the priesthood?
Question Dear Gramps, I was just doing some reading about Blacks and the priesthood and I came across the case of Elijah Abel. What can you tell me about him and was he an exception to the rule? If so, why? Curtis Answer Dear Curtis, Not only was...
What was the name that King Benjamin gave the people that is referred to in the Book of Mormon in Mosiah 1:12?
Question Gramps, What was the name that King Benjamin gave the people that is referred to in Mosiah 1:12? Christopher Answer Dear Christopher, The name that King Benjamin gave his subjects, as referred to in Mosiah 1:12, is the name of Christ. If...
What does the word “Gazelem” mean?
Question Dear Gramps, What does the word “Gazelem” mean? Richard Answer Dear Richard, The word “Gazelem” is a Nephite word, first appearing in the Book of Alma in the Book of Mormon. Daniel H. Ludlow reports the following on the meaning of the...
Would mentally handicapped people be special spirits who are exempted by their handicap from the trials of mortality?
Question Dear Gramps, I am looking for doctrine or a quote about children (people) with special needs. I don’t know if I’ve ever read this anywhere or if it was just unofficial doctrine of the Mormon Church, but it’s the belief that people with disabilities,...
What role does the Ark of the Covenant play in the Mormon faith?
Question Dear Gramps, What role does the Ark of the Covenant play in the Mormon faith? Don Answer Dear Don, The ark of the covenant was constructed while the children of Israel were wandering in the desert after their escape from the Egyptians. It...
Do parents of children that have been born in the covenant and fall away have a promise from the Lord that they will some day return to full activity?
Question Dear Gramps, Do parents of children that have been born under the covenant and fall away have a promise from the Lord that they will some day return to full activity? I think Brigham Young has a quote to that affect. Do you know where I can locate it?...
How can I let my daugher know that there is no Santa Claus without also destroying her faith in the Savior?
Question Dear Gramps, I have a 5 year old daughter that believes beyond a shadow of a doubt that Santa Claus exists. Today a neighbor boy told her that both Santa and the Tooth Fairy do NOT exist because both his mother and father told him so (grrrrrrr!!). I...
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