Is there a difference between a law and a commandment?
Question Gramps, Peace be unto you... I would like to know the difference between a law and a commandment. I would like to also understand if they mean the same thing and if they do then why does Apostle Paul say we're are no longer living under the law but...
Was baptism for the dead part of the Law of Moses?
Question Was baptism for the dead part of the Law of Moses or did Christ initiate it during his ministry? Cynthia Answer Cynthia, No, it was not a part of the Law of Moses. No vicarious work for the dead was performed prior to the Atonement of...
Can I pay tithing for someone else?
Question Gramps, Can I pay tithing for another person? As in a person who neglects paying tithing? Richard Answer Dear Richard, This is an interesting question. In the Sunday morning session of the April 2002 General Conference, Elder Earl C....
Are some types of birth control considered abortion?
Question Hello gramps, I'm newly wed and my wife and I have agreed on not having kids just yet. We have been considering birth control, but what types of birth control are acceptable? As we researched different types, many simply prevent conception from...
How were the years in Biblical time counted?
Question Gramps, We name the years before Christ as in 2000 BC, 1500 BC, 600 BC, and so on. But how did those people at that time count their years? They couldn't have used BC in any of their calendars. Or as time passed, did they even label or keep track...
Will I ever feel clean or will I always suffer and feel guilty?
Question Gramps, If I have repented for my sins and I am still tempted am I still guilty? I have not given in but I'm constantly reminded of my past. Sometimes I feel the shame so strong I flinch. Will I ever feel clean or will I suffer because of my past...
Have people learned anything from the COVID-19 pandemic?
Question Gramps, With COVID-19 and all that it has entailed, do you think people have really learned anything from it? It's a first for all of us, unless we lived through the depression. Liam Answer Dear Liam, Thanks for your question. I know...
If a temple worker is unworthy, are the ordinances done void?
Question Hi Gramps! My question is: what if temple workers are unworthy, does that mean that the ordinances we do in the temple are void? Please note that I am not saying that anyone is unworthy, neither do I condemn them and their actions. It's just that I...
Will someone with Down Syndrome be able to perform their own temple ordinances?
Question Dear Gramps, My daughter was born with Down Syndrome. She passed away when she was 8 years and 3 months old. Because she was over 8 years, we have been required to do her Baptism and Confirmation, because there is no place to mention her mental...
Are all deaths the “Lord’s timing?”
Question Gramps, Often when someone dies, it just feels like 'the Lord's timing'. I've heard it said in classes in the past that not all deaths are 'the Lord's timing'. Of course, murder isn't. What about a medical mistake, accidents, the misjudgment of a...
Why didn’t Joseph Smith translate the Book of Mormon right the first time?
Question Gramps, I have heard there have been around 3000 corrections made in the Book of Mormon. Some changing words others were simple grammatical error fixes. Why didn't Joseph Smith just do it right the first time? Josh Answer Hello Josh, This...
Since I am now an Elder, can I still call upon angels as I could as a Priest?
Question Gramps, Now that I have been ordained an Elder in the Melchizedek Priesthood, and am no longer a Priest in the Aaronic Priesthood.. can I still exercise the keys of the ministering of angels to call upon angels? Patrick Answer Patrick,...
Why do we, as a Church, acknowledge Sunday as the Sabbath instead of Saturday?
Question Gramps, In reading my scriptures and learning about religious history Jesus never gives any indication that the sabbath day will ever change but does state that the sabbath will be a holy worship day for as long as he exists (which is forever, ...
I have a pornography addiction. What should I do?
Question Hello, For a long time I’ve struggled with a pornography addiction. I first started using it when I was as young as 11. I used to view it a lot, but I hardly do anymore (I wish I didn’t look at it at all anymore). I turned 17 this year, and I know I...
How do I learn to forgive fully?
Question Gramps, When I was 4, I was repeatedly molested by my 17 year old cousin. I want to forgive him but don't know how. I have been able to forgive him some but I don't know how to forgive fully. Please help. Lori Answer Lori, I’m so sorry...
How will Christ appear when he returns?
Question Gramps, I have recently pondered the walk with Christ along the the road to Emmaus. These disciples didn't recognize him. And it made me wonder how will Christ appear to us when he returns. In the past I'd imagined him returning wearing a robe and...
How can I have a personal relationship with Christ if I’m praying to God?
Question Gramps, I hear quite often that we should develop a personal relationship with Jesus Christ. I find that very hard to do because I am praying to Our Father in Heaven and not Jesus Christ. Kevin Answer Kevin, Thank you for taking a moment...
Must one sign a confession to have temple benefits restored?
Question Gramps, Just saw your page...I appreciate the views expressed and thought of a question: If I were to ask my bishop to review the contents of my "official church record" - what type of answer could I expect? I am asking as during Christmas I spoke to a...
Does Brigham Young University receive funding from tithing?
Question Gramps, Does BYU funding come from my tithing donations? Dermot Answer Dermot, The quick answer to your question is yes. Which is why you will notice that the tuition amount for members is substantially less than it is for non-members. ...
Has the Church’s policy on cremation changed?
Question Gramps, Has the Church’s policy on cremation changed recently? Beverlee Answer Hi Beverlee, Thank you for your question. The Church's policy regarding cremation could be found in Handbook 2: Administering the Church(obsolete) and...
If there is a God, why does He allow terrible things to happen?
Question Gramps, I came across a question that left me stumped. Someone had asked, "If there is a God then why does he allow such horrible things to happen?" (Example: murder, rape, etc.) I realized that if anyone were to ever ask me this I would have no idea...
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