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...
Has any general authority of the Mormon Church ever said anything about righteous wars?
Question Dear Gramps, Has any general authority ever said anything about righteous wars? Elizabeth Answer Dear Elizabeth, Let me give you just one quote from Elder Bruce R. McConkie of the Quorum of Twelve Apostles, which I think will answer your...
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...
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