How do you reconcile differences in the statements of different General Authorities of the Mormon Church on a given topic?
Question Gramps, I was reading something interesting and instead of wrestling myself over it, I thought of you and thought you might be able to help (if you don’t mind of course). I was interested in the Mormon view of the nature of God. I’ve been reading...
I am unmarried and have a daughter, if I were to join the Mormon Church would I ever be worthy of being married in the temple?
Question Dear Gramps, Big Question...I really need an answer. I'm 21 years old and I've definitely done some things over the past few years that I'm not proud of. I've recently made friends with two missionaries that live across the street from me. They taught...
Why can’t we find any evidences at the Hill Cumorah of the great battles of extermination that are recorded in the Book of Mormon?
Question Hey Gramps, I’m trying to figure out how come there have been no artifacts found of the final great battle on Hill Cumorah near Palmyra, New York. My Book of Mormon says that about 4 million total were killed there along with many horses and chariots,...
Since Joseph Smith modified parts of the Book of Revelation, would he not come under the condemnation mentioned Rev. 22:18-19?
Question Dear Gramps, In studying Section 12 of “The Life and Teachings of Jesus & His Apostles” I readily see that Joseph Smith’s Inspired Version of Revelation 12: 1, 7, and others he provided in the book do not add or take away (Rev. 22: 18, 19), but...
If the prodigal son was forgiven for his riotous living, why would he not be equal to the son who had not sinned?
Question Gramps, Last year when I was teaching the New Testament I came across this quote in "Doctrinal New Testament Commentary" by Elder Bruce R. McConkie p. 512. This comment was in reference to the Prodigal Son. "But we need not suppose that the two sons...
What is the difference between the responsibilities of deacons and teachers in the Aaronic Priesthood of the Mormon Church?
Question Dear Gramps, Can you tell me what difference there is between the responsibilities of deacons and teachers in the Aaronic Priesthood? What new authority or responsibilities does a boy obtain in the Mormon Church when he is ordained from a deacon to a...
What would be the status of God’s children who will be born to Him after this earth has passed into eternity?
Question Gramps. I realize that you would have to speculate on this question, but I value your opinion. If the Savior died for all the creations of Heavenly Father, and all the children that have, or ever will be born, after the resurrection, and each person...
Is the Lord’s Spirit and the Holy Ghost one and the same?
Question Gramps, While teaching a Gospel Principles lesson in the Mormon Church about baptism I was going over the covenant of baptism. The lesson manual highlights five promises the Lord makes. Numbers 2 & 3 are: 2. Pour out his spirit more abundantly upon...
Did the fossilized bones of dinosaurs come from other planets that were used to make this earth?
Question Dear Gramps, I am in Ohio on my mission and my companion and myself have been in debate. Did dinosaurs ever exist on this earth? I believe they did. My companion believes they never existed, but were simply part of the matter used to form the earth....
Would it be OK to have a civil marriage with someone who does not believe in the Mormon Church?
Question Dear Gramps, I am on the verge of breaking up with my non-member boyfriend of two years because he refuses to accept the gospel. I have told him that I will only marry him if he can take me to the Temple. I brought up the idea of proxy sealing after we...
How could Christ be pure if he took upon himself our sins?
Question Dear Gramps, My question is about the remission of sins. It is well known that Christ had taken upon himself our sins and that we will be made pure if we repent. If Christ takes upon himself our sins then how is it that he may enter the Celestial...
What is the relationship between prehistoric men and Adam?
Question Gramps, What does the church say about prehistoric man (caveman) and his relationship to Adam? Thanks Bobby Answer Dear Bobby, The exploration of humanity's origins has long captivated the minds of theologians, scientists, and...
In Psalms 110:1, who is the Lord telling the Lord to sit at His right hand?
The words LORD and Lord in the scriptures have distinct meanings. The true meaning of the scriptures can only be understood through the ministration of the Holy Spirit.
Why is so much attention given to the word ‘works’ in the Mormon Church and so little attention given to the concept of grace?
Both works and grace are central concepts in Mormon theology. Works is mentioned more than grace in Mormon literature because it addresses our own responsibility to strive to merit the blessings promised by the Lord to the faithful and obedient Saints.
How could God give Adam and Eve commandments that were in opposition to each other?
Man’s free agency was activated by the conflicting commandments to not partake of the fruit of the tree of knowledge of good and evil, and to multiply and replenish the earth.
How can I help relieve the apathy in my ward?
Question Dear Gramps, I too enjoy your column, and I don't know that I have a question as much as I am looking for information to present to our youth. I have been asked to talk to our young women and young men about "callings," accepting and following through...
Our patriarchal blessings declare that every one of our family except one are from the house of Ephraim. One daughter is from the house of Manasseh. Does this make her a Lamanite?
Question Dear Gramps, My daughter and I had a discussion about her patriarchal blessing and the tribe she is adopted in. Our whole family is of the house of Ephraim with the exception of her. She is of the house of Manasseh and feels like she will be with that...
Is it OK for a person who is going through a divorce to attend a Singles Ward in the Mormon Church?
Question Hi Gramps, I have a Mormon friend that is going through a divorce. She is now attending a singles ward. Is this right? She says that her divorce is still in the works (not final) but what if she started dating again or participating in activities as a...
How can a just and perfect God promote the increase of population?
God is in control of his creations. The earth belongs to him. Those who preside over the Mormon Church receive instruction from God with respect to family size and all other religious and moral matters.
Will mortal children be born during the Millennium?
A strain of mortals will propagate during the millennium to perform the proxy work in the Mormon Temples for those who received the gospel in the spirit world after mortality.
What is the meaning of the expression “the east wind”?
The “east wind” is a euphamism, expressing a destructive force sent forth from God upon the wicked.
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