Is green tea against the Word of Wisdom?
Although green tea may contain some constituents that could promote health, it is nevertheless against the Word of Wisdom and should be completely avoided. The beneficial constituents may be obtained from many other sources.
Was Jesus Christ married?
As recorded in Isaiah, Jesus Christ was married and had children.
Would the Lord ever direct one person to kill another, as in the case of Nephi being ordered to cut off the head of Laban?
Accounts are not uncommon in the scriptures where the Lord uses his servants to destroy the wicked in order to accomplish his righteous purposes.
Where can we find that those who die as children will be resurrected as children?
Those who die as children will be resurrected as children will be resurrected as children, for there is no growth in the grave.
Why aren’t some called to leadership positions in the Mormon Church?
Members of the Mormon Church should support the authority of the Lord’s servants in issuing callings.
Are there still excursion workers in Mormon temples?
Acting as an excursion workers in a Mormon temple is a local calling, and the requirements and conditions are dictated by local authorities.
What is the role of women in the Mormon Church?
In Paul’s day women took no active role in church. Today they do, and although they do not hold the priesthood in Mormonism, they are equal in counsel with men.
How do those taking prescription medication every day observe a proper fast?
The Mormon practice of fasting is to be done in wisdom. Its purposes are to subdue the body and feed the poor. Those taking medication can still accomplish both.
What should I do with my paranormal ability?
Use your spiritual gifts to bless others, but be careful not to contradict priesthood authority or turn the allegience of others away from God to yourself.
What is the Mormon Church’s position toward transgendered persons and gay marriages?
Mormonism teaches that homosexual relations are a sin, but we should not reject or shun those who have these tendencies.
Was there a room in the Hill Cumorah in addition to the place where the plates to the Book of Mormon were found by Joseph Smith?
There is a room in the Hill Cumorah where Joseph Smith and Oliver Cowdery of the Mormon Church, under the direction of the the Angel Moroni, returned the plates from which the Book of Mormon was translated.
If Nephi took the Brass Plates of Laban to the promised land, how could the Old Testament scriptures have been available to the people in the Old World?
The Brass Plates of Laban may well have been the original scriptures. But many copies in the Hebrew langquage were available after Nephi took the Brass Plates to the promised land.
Is speaking in tongues only a manifestation of the devil speaking?
The gift of tongues is one of the prevalent manifestations of the Holy Spirit in the Mormon Church today.
Do you think that the Lord would condone killing rodent pests?
Whether or not a person would be censured by the Lord for killing an animal would depend more on the attitude of the person doing the hunting than on the act itself.
Why do they let young boys perform priesthood duties such as passing the Sacrament?
The offices and duties of the Aaronic Priesthood are perfectly suited to young teen-age boys.
Does the Church prohibit hypnotism for medical purposes?
Mormonism takes no stand on hypnotism for medical purposes. Mormons should not participate, however, in hypnosis demonstrations.
Is it okay for Mormons to display pictures of the Savior by non-Mormon artists?
Mormons are encouraged to display uplifiting and inspiring religious art, regardless of the religious affiliation of the artist.
Was the Mormon Church’s purchase of the Main Street Plaza and the use of public transportation hypocritical?
The Mormon Church bought the Main Street Plaza fairly and gave opportunity for it be voted upon; some jobs, by necessity, must operate on Sunday to accomplish good purposes.
If God doesn’t change, how come Mormons practiced polygamy for a time?
Mormonism teaches that God never changes, but because our circumstances change, sometimes God commands one thing or another and forbids it at other times.
Are Mormons discouraged from donating organs?
The Mormon Church teaches that donating organs is an individual decision, and Mormons may do so if they wish.
Is it all right to talk about Mormon Church doctrine outside of Church?
It is acceptable to discuss Mormon Church doctrine outside of church meetings. We must avoid speculation, however, over doctrinal issues we know little about.
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